Birth centers in Ashland, OR
Ashland has 8 birth facilities in this directory — 8 freestanding birth centers, including 4 that mention water birth. Listings are ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count — and refreshed from public map data. Confirm capabilities and availability directly with each facility and your provider.
Artemis Midwifery, Midwife Ashland, Medford, all of Southern Oregon. CPM, LDM and OHP provider.
5 ★★★★★ 40 reviews
Cara Frantz, Midwife Medford Ashland Grants Pass Southern Oregon
4.5 ★★★★★ 15 reviews
Coyote Midwifery
5 ★★★★★ 10 reviews
Moonstone Midwifery
5 ★★★★★ 5 reviews
Hive Midwifery & Family Health and Hive Birth Center
5 ★★★★★ 4 reviews
Water birth options in Ashland
4 facilities in Ashland mention water birth or birthing tubs. Tub access usually requires a low-risk pregnancy and can depend on availability the day you deliver — confirm directly with the facility and your provider.
- Artemis Midwifery, Midwife Ashland, Medford, all of Southern Oregon. CPM, LDM and OHP provider. — 534 Washington St
- Cara Frantz, Midwife Medford Ashland Grants Pass Southern Oregon — 190 Oak St #4
- Coyote Midwifery — 246 4th St
- Hive Midwifery & Family Health and Hive Birth Center — 499 Chestnut St
Choosing where to give birth in Ashland
This directory lists 8 birth facilities serving Ashland: 8 freestanding birth centers. One is a midwife-led service-area practice that serves Ashland and surrounding areas rather than one street address. 4 mention water birth, 6 carry formal accreditation (CABC is the gold standard for freestanding centers), so use the badges to shortlist by what matters most for your birth.
Most facilities offer tours — visit two or three before you decide, and ask about who attends births, transfer arrangements, and whether your insurance is accepted. This directory helps you compare options; it doesn't give medical advice. Your pregnancy, your history, and your provider's guidance should drive the final call.
Frequently asked questions
- How many birth centers are in Ashland, OR?
- This directory lists 8 birth facilities serving Ashland, Oregon — 8 freestanding birth centers. The most-reviewed is Artemis Midwifery, Midwife Ashland, Medford, all of Southern Oregon. CPM, LDM and OHP provider. (5★ from 40 Google reviews). 1 of them is a midwife-led service-area practice that serves Ashland and surrounding areas rather than one street address.
- Can I have a water birth in Ashland?
- 4 facilities in Ashland mention water birth or birthing tubs in their listings, websites, or reviews. Tub availability often depends on a low-risk pregnancy and on the day itself, so confirm directly with the facility and your provider.
- Should I choose a freestanding birth center or a hospital?
- That depends on your pregnancy and your preferences — it's a decision to make with your provider. Freestanding birth centers are homelike, typically midwife-led facilities that serve low-risk pregnancies and maintain hospital-transfer plans; hospital labor & delivery units handle all risk levels, with epidurals, surgical backup, and often a NICU on site. Tour both kinds if you can, and confirm capabilities, insurance, and availability directly with each facility.