How growing families in Montana can access award-winning maternity care
When you're expecting a baby, you're not just looking for a hospital—you're looking for someone who will look you in the eye, listen to your fears, and say, "We've got you."
At Bitterroot Health, that kind of care isn’t the exception—it’s the standard.
Home to a nationally recognized Baby-Friendly designated birthing center, Bitterroot Health’s team is committed to helping every mom feel heard, respected, and fully supported. From birth planning and breastfeeding to labor and that first car-seat ride home, Bitterroot Health makes sure families feel confident every step of the way.
“Our birthing center was designed to feel like home, with expert care just steps away,” says Dr. Mary Camden, OB/GYN for Bitterroot Health, who was recently named Bitterroot’s Best OB by community vote. “We know how emotional this journey can be. We’re here to walk with you through all of it: the joy, the unknowns, the big decisions.”
Bitterroot Health has been expanding its women’s health services, most recently with the addition of Amber Lavin, CNM, WHNP—a certified nurse midwife and women’s health nurse practitioner. Her advanced credentials enable her to provide comprehensive care, from low-intervention births to surgical settings, offering patients a rare and deeply reassuring level of expertise.
“Trust is everything in this work,” says Lavin. “Our patients know we’re completely with them. Whether they’re planning a natural birth, a C-section, or something in between, we don’t force a path; we follow theirs.”
What you’ll find at Bitterroot Health:
- An award-winning birthing center with private rooms and spa-like touches
- OB/GYN and midwifery care that honors your values and choices
- Full-spectrum pediatric care from newborns to teens
- Pediatric rehabilitation that includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Seamless access to pediatric specialty services like ENT, neurology, and orthopedics
- A growing program with new OB/GYNs joining in late summer and fall of 2025
“Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, you deserve care that respects your choices and supports your whole family,” says Bitterroot Health OB/GYN Dr. Megan Metcalf. “Every pregnancy is unique, and our team is here to listen, guide, and provide the personalized care you need at every step. We’re honored to be part of this journey with you!”
- To explore Bitterroot Health’s Birthing Center and free childbirth classes open to the public, visit bitterroothealth.org/BirthingCenter.
- To learn more about all women’s health services, visit bitterroothealth.org/womenshealth.
- To book an appointment online with a Bitterroot Health OB/GYN, visit: bitterroothealth.org/Baby or call (406) 375-4777.