On May 5, we joined people around the world in celebrating International Day of the Midwife—a special day to recognize the care and commitment of midwives everywhere. This year’s theme, “Midwives: Critical in Every Crisis,” is a powerful reminder of…
Shared decision-making is a form of communication where women and midwives collaborate around healthcare decisions.
What is a Midwife? Throughout time, midwives have been the traditional care providers for mothers and infants. We are experts in normal birth, and view pregnancy and birth as a normal life process. Most people know midwives as birth attendants,…
To find a midwife near you, please visit the Midwife Locator at the ACNM website. The video below from the Oregon Affiliate of the ACNM helps explain the value of midwifery care. [embed]https://vimeo.com/334288472[/embed]