Obstetrics Care
Caring for you and your growing family with genuine, whole-person care.
Dr. Carlstone provides obstetric care, including labor and delivery, that is personal, attentive, and centered around your family. From early pregnancy to delivery at our local Pella hospital, we’re honored to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Our Services
Postpartum Care
Postnatal health checks
Emotional and mental health support (including postpartum depression screening)
Breastfeeding guidance
Healing and recovery support
Contraception counseling
Follow-up visits for parent and baby
Labor & Delivery
Dr. Carlstone delivers locally in Pella
Supportive, patient-centered delivery approach
Close coordination with the hospital labor & delivery team
Continuous communication during labor
A plan tailored to your preferences and health needs
Prenatal Care
Confirming pregnancy
Routine prenatal visits
Screening tests
Monitoring fetal growth and maternal health
Education and birth planning
Management of common pregnancy symptoms
Meet Your Provider
With more than 1,000 babies delivered over his career, Dr. Carlstone brings deep experience and steady, compassionate care to every stage of pregnancy. He sees obstetric care as both a privilege and a calling, offering attentive support from the first trimester through postpartum. Families trust him for his calm presence, sound judgment, and wholehearted approach.