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Katelyn Neufeld, CNM, now sees patients at Western OB/GYN, A Division of Ridgeview Clinics

Katelyn Neufeld, CNM

Katelyn Neufeld, CNM, now provides midwifery care to women at   Western OB/GYN, A Division of Ridgeview Clinics. She began seeing patients at Two Twelve Medical Center in Chaska and the Ridgeview Professional Building in Waconia in early November.

Neufeld received her nursing degree from Crown College in St. Bonifacius, Minn., and later earned her Master’s in Certified Nurse-Midwifery from Bethel University in St. Paul, Minn., while working as a nurse at Ridgeview.

“I recognized my passion in caring for women through pregnancy and childbirth when I volunteered at a birthing center in Uganda after graduating from high school,” Neufeld said. “Since then, I have supported hundreds of women in childbirth, first as a birth doula, then as a labor and delivery nurse, and now as a midwife. I have a strong desire to promote family-centered care and advocate for shared decision-making as women navigate pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and beyond.”

To schedule an appointment with Katelyn Neufeld, call 952-442-2137.

What your teenage girl can expect at her first gynecology visit

Rebecca Baudoin, MD, Western OB/GYN, A Division of Ridgeview Clinics, sees female patients in their teens and continuing through their lifespan for a variety of women’s health concerns. Her patients often ask, ‘When should I bring my teenage daughter for her first visit? At what age does it make sense to transition from her pediatrician to a women’s health specialist?’

Dr. Baudoin helps moms make this decision by discussing reasons for making that first appointment. She addresses some of the worries that girls might feel about seeing a gynecologist for the first time. “Typically, a teenager in my office can expect mostly talking,” Dr. Baudoin said. “I don’t tend to do a pelvic exam at that first visit for my teenagers. The standard is to begin those at age 21, when the first Pap smear is due, unless she has a specific problem we need to sort out. Just knowing that can relieve some of the fear and anxiety. No one should have to fear going to the gynecologist!”

Watch the video below to learn more:

What it’s like having a baby during the pandemic

mom and baby

“I wasn’t terribly worried about COVID-19 until Governor Walz issued the stay-at-home order at the end of March,” said Sarah Cowell from Arlington, Minn., who was nearly 8 months pregnant with her fourth child at the time. “I quickly became concerned and had a long list of questions for my provider.”

Sarah has delivered all four of her children at Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia and all with a provider from Western OB/GYN, A Division of Ridgeview Clinics. Her last two children were delivered by Rebecca Baudoin, MD.

Having a baby during the pandemic

“Dr. Baudoin was amazing. During one particular prenatal visit, we just sat together and had a long conversation about COVID. Although there is still so much unknown, Dr. Baudoin was very knowledgeable about new findings about the disease and how it would affect my labor and delivery, and safety of me and my baby.”

I learned that:

1. Mother-to-child transmission of COVID-19 during pregnancy is unlikely.

2. Pregnant women who do become ill with COVID-19 may get sicker than non-pregnant individuals because of changes related to pregnancy and should follow closely with their health care team.*

3. If a pregnant woman is ill with COVID-19 at the time of delivery, Ridgeview has a process in place to still take care of mother and baby AND separation of a new mother and baby is never forced, but a shared decision that the mother makes after an informed discussion with the health care team.

“We talked about all of it and I left that appointment feeling at ease—that everything would be ok.

It was a bit different planning and having my baby during COVID. I had to be screened (answer a few questions) prior to entering the clinic for a prenatal visit and everyone stayed 6 feet apart when checking in. Wait times were minimal, if any, and masks were required by all staff and patients.

I had to self-quarantine 14 days prior to my scheduled C-section and I also received a COVID-19 test prior to surgery, which came back negative.

What didn’t change during my experience was the amazing care I received at Ridgeview. I appreciated all of these extra precautions and felt completely safe and comfortable the entire time.

Dr. Baudoin had assured me that having Evie during the pandemic would be every bit as special as my other birthing experiences—and she was right. The compassion and kindness shown by my entire care team was amazing and I am grateful for everything that was done for me and Evie. We were treated like royalty,” Sarah said.

“When Dr. Baudoin delivered Evie, she squealed with delight. It was evident she was just as excited to meet her as we were.”

*Modified from previous version to reflect the change in CDC designation of pregnant women as a high risk group.

Heidi Edsill, MD, joins Western OB/GYN, A Division of Ridgeview Clinics

Heidi Edsill, MDHeidi Edsill, MD, has joined Western OB/GYN, A Division of Ridgeview Clinics and sees patients at its Waconia, Chaska and Arlington clinic locations. The addition of Dr. Edsill grows the long-established practice to 12 providers, caring for women’s health at all stages of life.

Dr. Edsill received her Doctorate of Medicine from Creighton University in Omaha, NE, and completed her residency at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN. She then spent six years as an associate professor at Creighton where she uncovered a strong interest as an educator.

“I am able to quickly connect with patients and build trusting relationships by explaining information in an understandable way, and encouraging them to ask questions. My goal is to provide my patients with the information they need to make educated decisions for themselves,” she said.

Growing up in the Midwest, Dr. Edsill is happy to return to the area and be near family. She lives in Chaska with her husband and two sons.

To schedule an appointment call 952-442-2137.

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