The word 'midwife' dates back to Middle English, but the role of midwifery extends to modern day. The term midwife originally referred to a woman who was "with" another woman giving birth, but ...

Before we enter the life stage of childbearing, we may never hear the word “midwife.” And, in many cases, we may not learn about what midwives offer, even when it’s relevant to our lives. What is a ...

What does it mean to be a midwife? What is true midwifery? In Episode 7 Jenny Lee returns and must maneuver the rigid routines of the London hospital maternity ward. Sister Morgan, the head midwife ...

Certified nurse midwife Catherine Badeaux of Woman to Woman Midwifery (3615 Prytania St., 272-0681; www.womantowomanmidwifery.com) discusses natural birth and a midwife's role. Q: What exactly does a ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a unique set of emotionally distressing challenges for pregnant women. From concerns about their health and that of their baby, to the prospect of having to go into ...

Your first prenatal care visit takes place when you are 8–10 weeks pregnant. This initial visit typically takes 40 minutes. You will see either a midwife or women’s health nurse practitioner during ...

Selamawit Lake Fenta, a midwife from Ethiopia, would like to change a lot of things about her profession — including its name in her country. And she has made an impact in another crusade: fair pay.

Terri Coates is a practicing midwife and lecturer and serves as the Midwifery Adviser to Call the Midwife. Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author.

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