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Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth

5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Midwife

Midwife-led Mentions insurance/Medicaid Home Birth ServicesNatural & Unmedicated BirthPrenatal Care unmedicated birth

Contact

2485 SE 1st St
West Des Moines, IA 50265

+1 515-206-2040

Mentions insurance/Medicaid — verify your specific coverage directly with the facility and your insurer.

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Hours

Monday 8 AM – 4 PM
Tuesday 8 AM – 4 PM
Wednesday 8 AM – 4 PM
Thursday 8 AM – 4 PM
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Where to find Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth

What this center offers

Services and options at Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth that families mention in their own reviews. Offerings change and eligibility depends on your situation — confirm anything that matters to your birth plan directly with the facility and your provider.

🤱 Midwife-Led Care 22 mentions

“I had received personal recommendations for Heart of Iowa Midwifery and Birth from friends who had worked with this Des Moines midwife team for their births.”

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🏡 Home Birth Services 10 mentions

“It is hard for me to put into words how thankful I am that we found Heart of Iowa Midwifery for our 3rd homebirth.”

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🌿 Natural & Unmedicated Birth 5 mentions

“I knew from the beginning of my pregnancy that I wanted to pursue a physiologic and natural birth for my first baby.”

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🩺 Prenatal Care 2 mentions

“From the first consult to the birth of our son and all the prenatal appointments in between, I knew I was in good hands.”

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What parents say again and again

The things reviewers keep coming back to across 19 Google reviews — with their own words as the evidence.

🌿 unmedicated birth 5 mentions

“I knew from the beginning of my pregnancy that I wanted to pursue a physiologic and natural birth for my first baby.”

What parents say

This past fall, I partnered with Heart of Iowa to deliver our first child at home. I cannot speak more highly of this team of faithful, experienced ladies. I came in with only as much knowledge as a first time mom can truly have.

★★★★★ — Michaela, 2025-03

I could not have asked for a better birth experience with Kayla as my midwife. When I went for my prenatal appointments she was always so good about answering any questions I had. I asked her to do a couple things for me with my insurance and she was always so prompt and helped me right away.

★★★★★ — Courtney, 2024-08

I had the most wonderful pregnancy and birth experience with Heart of Iowa Midwifery! From the first consult to the birth of our son and all the prenatal appointments in between, I knew I was in good hands.

★★★★★ — Morgan, 2025-07

This past February we welcomed our second baby with Heart of Iowa Midwifery and we can not recommend Lauren and Kayla enough! They are such a great team and any one looking for a homebirth midwife in the Des Moines and surrounding area would be blessed to have them as a part of their pregnancy journey and in their…

★★★★★ — Kaitlyn, 2025-05

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Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth a freestanding birth center or a hospital unit?
Their public listing categorizes them as midwife, not a hospital maternity unit. Ask them directly where births take place and how they coordinate with hospitals, and confirm the details with your provider.
Does Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth offer water birth?
Water birth isn't mentioned in the public information we have for Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth. If a birthing tub matters to you, ask the facility directly — options change, and our data may not capture everything they offer.
Does Heart of Iowa Midwifery & Birth accept insurance or Medicaid?
Their public listing or website mentions insurance or Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan and by service, so verify your specific plan directly with the facility and your insurer before you commit.
How do I get in touch or see the facility?
Call +1 515-206-2040 or use the website link above. Most birth centers and hospital maternity units offer tours — it's the best way to get your questions answered before you decide.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and parent reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Is this your facility? Claim your listing — it's free.