Obstetrical Care at West Des Moines OBGYN

Your pregnancy journey is a deeply personal experience—and it deserves care that’s just as personalized. At West Des Moines OBGYN Associates, we are honored to be part of this exciting time and are committed to providing thoughtful, expert care from preconception through postpartum recovery.

Whether this is your first pregnancy or you’ve done this before, our goal is to support your physical health, emotional wellbeing, and evolving needs every step of the way.

What to Expect Throughout Pregnancy

We provide a comprehensive care plan tailored to each patient, beginning with early pregnancy screenings and continuing through labor, delivery, and postpartum visits. A typical prenatal schedule includes:

• Monthly visits until 28 weeks
• Biweekly visits from 28–36 weeks
• Weekly visits starting at 36 weeks until delivery

These visits help us monitor your baby’s development, manage any pregnancy symptoms, and provide a space for you to ask questions or share concerns. You’ll have the opportunity to meet multiple providers within our team so that you’re comfortable with whoever may be present at delivery.

High-Risk Pregnancy Services

While many pregnancies proceed without complications, some require specialized monitoring and care. We have extensive experience managing high-risk pregnancies, including:

• Advanced maternal age
• Hypertension or preeclampsia
• Gestational diabetes
• Multiple gestations (twins or more)
• History of preterm labor or loss
• Preexisting medical conditions such as cardiac, pulmonary, or autoimmune disorders

We work closely with maternal-fetal medicine specialists and maintain up-to-date protocols to ensure the best outcomes for mother and baby.

In-House Ultrasound Suite

Our advanced ultrasound department includes 3D and 4D imaging capabilities for both medical and elective purposes. Some of the services we offer:

• Early viability scans
• Detailed anatomy scans (20-week)
• Growth and fluid monitoring later in pregnancy
• Biophysical profile

These services are performed by certified sonographers and reviewed by your provider, all within the comfort of our West Des Moines clinic.

Delivery at MercyOne Medical Center

We proudly deliver babies at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines and Mercy One Westlakes Hospital, where patients benefit from modern labor and delivery suites, experienced nursing staff, and access to neonatal care if needed. Your physician will discuss birth preferences and options with you—including vaginal delivery, scheduled cesarean section, and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).

We encourage all patients to consider childbirth preparation classes, lactation support, and hospital tours offered through MercyOne.

Postpartum Support

Your care doesn’t end after delivery. The postpartum period is a time of healing, adjustment, and emotional transition. Our team schedules a routine postpartum visit and offers additional resources for:

• Breastfeeding support and lactation consultation
• Mental health screening and postpartum depression support
• Family planning and contraception
• In house pelvic floor physical therapy

We’re also available to answer any questions or concerns that may arise during the first few months with your newborn.

Additional Obstetric Services

• Preconception planning and fertility evaluation
• Carrier screening and genetic testing coordination
• Elective infant circumcision
• Assistance with prenatal nutrition and supplements
• Patient education materials and community resources
• Perinatal physical therapy

Compassionate Care, Always

Every pregnancy is unique—and so is every patient. Our experienced obstetricians and nurse practitioners are here to guide you through each stage with empathy, clear communication, and a focus on what matters most: a healthy, supported experience for you and your baby.

We look forward to being part of your care journey.

Call 515-223-5466 to schedule your obstetrics consultation or first prenatal appointment.