Midwifery

There is no shortage of information and advice available to new or expecting parents, much of it unsolicited. However, the sheer volume of it can be overwhelming, the various suggestions often contradictory, and the...

Milk-sharing, an option for mothers who are unable to nurse their babies, may be unsafe if the breast milk has been purchased online. A study published in the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics...

Having a baby is one of the most amazing experiences in anyone’s life. It also can be one of the most overwhelming, especially when it comes to baby safety. The list of things to prepare...

As far back as the Old Testament, midwives were heralded for their experience and knowledge. However, their story in the United States has been a constant struggle for recognition. The full history of the American...

From prenatal to postpartum care, midwives have long been experts on bringing children into the world. Their place in the delivery room, however, has been a topic of debate between doctors and the midwives...

Over the past five years, on average, there are 230 applicant spaces left vacant for potential midwives in the United States, according to the annual Midwifery Education Trends Report from the American College of...

Throughout the course of history, midwives have been a key component in successful child births. Despite all the advances of modern medicine and the knowledge available to first-time mothers through books and easily accessible...

Medicaid coverage for a midwfie likely to increase