About the Midwife and BioBirths, PLLC

Children are truly a blessing! Congratulations on exploring your options for the best possible birth of your new baby. I look forward to getting to know you and answer any questions you may have.

I'm Darlene Dorries-Nesloney. I am a Licensed Midwife through Texas Department State Health Services.(formerly Texas Department of Health) and have had a private practice since 1992. I continued my education with EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) training in 1997. I remain current in Neonatal Resuscitation and have taken many continuing education courses including; Nutrition in the Childbearing Years, Herbs and Natural Medicine, Improving Perinatal Outcomes, Plus Size Pregnancy and many more. I also teach Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid classes for The American Red Cross.
 
Education:
1992 Texas Department of Health, State Midwifery Course
Brazoria County Birth Center, Lake Jackson, TX

1997 Emergency Medical Technician
Victoria College, Victoria, TX

1999 American Red Cross CPR & First Aid Instructor Training
Crossroads Chapter American Red Cross, Victoria, TX

Current Positions:
Texas Licensed Midwife
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
American Red Cross CPR & First Aid Instructor
CPR for the Professional Rescuer; Adult, Child & Infant CPR and AED Instructor
Association of Texas Midwives Board of Directors
Association of Texas Midwives Region VIII Regional Director

Previous Positions
Association of Texas Midwives Secretary

Home Life and Hobbies

Getting started with BioBirth, PLLC

(Q) Where do I go for prenatal care if I want to have a homebirth?
(A) Midwives provide excellent prenatal care meeting all your prenatal care needs throughout your pregnancy. Check-ups are once a month until you reach 28 weeks. Then check-ups will increase to every two weeks. At 36 weeks you will be seen every week until your baby arrives. You will have complete lab work, and thorough prenatal screening through out your pregnancy. At each visit we will discuss diet, nutrition, and exercise. If a problem should arise you can get a referral to a doctor to determine if homebirth is still a safe option for you.

(Q) Can I have homebirth in an apartment?
(A) An apartment is usually more than an adequate place to give birth. Hot water, heat and electricity are usually basic necessities for homebirth but we have done births without all the basics.

(Q) Is it safer to have my first baby in a hospital? 
(A)Women will have greater success in having a normal birth in the comfort of their own home with equipped and knowledgeable attendants. It is well-known that women having their first child in a hospital suffer the most unnecessary interventions and have an excessively high rate of preventable Cesarean sections. It is also well known that first time pregnancies tend to go to 41 to 42 weeks gestation compared to 40 weeks for woman with subsequent pregnancies. This factor isn't calculated into most doctor’s decision regarding inductions of first time labors. Artificial inductions and having labor sped up are disturbingly frequent. Inductions, since they are more painful and stressful, lead to more use of narcotics and anesthesia. All this contributes to higher cesarean rates. Most first time moms will leave the hospital with a scar, either on their perineum (episiotomy)or on their abdomen (c/section).

(Q) I have maternity coverage on my insurance plan, will insurance cover midwifery care?
(A) In most situations the answer is yes. More and more companies are recognizing homebirth as a reasonable and cost effective option. I have a National Provider Number and have filed claims with most insurance companies. At your initial consultation or prenatal check-up we can assess your insurance plan. I also use Larsen Billing for my insurance claims, they will also be able to answer any difficult questions.

(Q) I don’t have insurance can I still have a homebirth?
(A) Absolutely! In addition to accepting insurance I have other options available. I have a cash-fee for patients who are self-paying and complete their payments before the 36th week. Payments can be made at each prenatal visit, through PayPal, or by mail. I also have a Scholarship program for low-income families or Medicaid recipients.

Please see our FAQ section for most Frequently Asked Questions. If you don't see your question answered, please e-mail me with your specific question. You may also call us in  Houston 713-367-8623 or in Victoria 361-550-1111