Remember, your due date isn’t necessarily the exact date you’ll go into labor. Instead, your baby can safely arrive two weeks prior to the due date or even two weeks after. During the final weeks of your pregnancy, your baby will gain weight, develop sucking abilities, and receive crucial antibodies that will help them fight infections.

Though all birth centers are required to abide by certain laws and regulations, only accredited birth centers demonstrate a higher accountability and dedication to best midwifery practices.

Here are 30 important questions to ask your midwife to see if you’re a good fit.