Cape Fear Valley Health will open a new midwifery clinic on Walter Reed Road on Jan. 12, 2026. This development marks a significant expansion in women’s health services for the region. Many women have sought out-of-town options for the type of care this clinic will now provide. The new clinic responds to growing community interest in natural, personalized maternity care, increasing local access and choice.

The clinic will adopt a holistic model, distinguishing itself from traditional high-risk obstetric clinics. Patients can expect longer, more meaningful appointments, shared decision-making and a focus on education and empowerment, fostering stronger patient-provider relationships. The clinic includes six exam rooms, an ultrasound room, laboratory services and a community gathering area to accommodate group appointments and classes. Insurance coverage is available for these services, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of patients. When it is time for the mothers to deliver their babies, their midwives will accompany them into the hospital to assist with the birth. 

Certified nurse midwives and women’s health nurse practitioners, supported by a team of front desk staff, medical assistants, ultrasonographers, and phlebotomists, will lead the care. The clinic’s staffing approach ensures that every patient receives continuous, coordinated care, drawing on both specialized midwifery support and the broader medical resources of Cape Fear Valley Health.

While the majority of pregnancies can be managed by midwives, women with high-risk conditions (such as certain chronic illnesses or the need for surgical delivery) may also be cared for at the clinic but will require the involvement or coordination with a physician.

The emergence of this clinic addresses a notable gap in care following the closure or restructuring of several private midwifery practices in the area. The new clinic is poised to meet this unmet demand, helping families stay closer to home while receiving comprehensive care.

By centering on patient experience, empowerment and choice, Cape Fear Valley Health’s new midwifery clinic aims to redefine pregnancy care in the region. The initiative reflects the community’s growing interest in natural approaches and individualized birthing options, ensuring women feel seen, heard and supported through every stage of their journey.