A warm place for you and your family.
From pregnancy through birth and well into life with your child, our experienced midwife team is with you every step of the way – knowledgeable, warm, and always meeting you as an equal.
We're here for you – from the first test to the first birthday
The Hebammen- und Familienpraxis am Mescheder Krankenhaus is a welcoming place for the whole family, where the joy of a new arrival is met with expert, loving care right from the start – and where women in every stage of life can find a wealth of health and wellbeing offerings.
Midwife care – in most cases at no cost to you
Every woman has a legal right to a midwife during and after pregnancy. Health insurers cover midwife services right up to the end of the breastfeeding period. Make use of our no-obligation initial consultation today.
Support that grows with you and your family
Whether it's pregnancy, the postpartum period, the years with a baby or toddler, or your own personal wellbeing – we have the right offer for every stage of life.
For expectant mothers
We guide you and your unborn baby safely through pregnancy.After the birth
In the first weeks with your baby, we're closely by your side.Baby & child
Courses and groups that share knowledge and bring families together.For women
Health and wellbeing for women of every age.Four midwives, one heart for you
Practice manager Kerstin Bigge, together with Christina Richter, Nadine Rüther and Melina Kramer, bring years of experience and thorough training – and support you with just as much passion as expertise.
Kerstin Bigge
Practice manager · State-certified family midwifeBorn 1971 · in Meschede · qualified as a midwife in 1992 · running her own practice since 2014
Christina Richter
Midwife · Hypnosis coachBorn 1982 · in Heringhausen · qualified as a midwife in 2005 · cooperating partner
Nadine Rüther
MidwifeBorn 1988 · in Oeventrop · qualified as a midwife in 2010 · self-employed since 2012
Melina Kramer
MidwifeBorn 1993 · qualified in Paderborn in 2014 · at Karolinen Hospital since 2017
What families ask about most
A small selection from our range of services – from prenatal care to postnatal recovery.
Antenatal Care
Expert support throughout your pregnancy – shared care with your gynaecologist if you like. 30–45 minutes at every appointment.
Antenatal Classes
Time and space to prepare for birth and parenthood with experienced guidance – for first-time and experienced parents alike, including our “for pros” course from your 2nd child onwards.
Postnatal Recovery Exercise
Strengthening your pelvic floor, tummy and back – starting around 6 weeks after birth, also available as an online course.
Baby Massage
Gentle, nature-inspired massage in small groups – strengthens bonding and wellbeing.
Women's Massage
Therapeutic and feel-good massages with organic olive oil – in pregnancy, after birth and beyond.
Café Babybauch
A free get-together for all mums-to-be: friendly chat, a relaxed atmosphere and midwife advice.
For us, there's no more beautiful subject than the beginning and growth of a new life. It's a joy we share with you, every day.
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Have a question, or want to book an appointment? We'd love to support you.