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Not In Our Name: Midwifery Turf Battle?

By Amie Newman, Managing Editor

July 21, 2009 - 7:00am

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In health care reform, Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) are seeking federal recognition of their vocation. But will the leadership of the Certified Nurse Midwifery (CNM) advocacy organization be their main obstacle?


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2009 PushSummit Day One: This is What Midwifery Looks Like!

By Amie Newman, Managing Editor

July 15, 2009 - 12:47pm

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What's going on in Birmingham, Alabama this week? Midwives and activists from around the country are gathering to share stories, challenges and successes on legalizing and licensing midwifery in all states.

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2009 PushSummit: Free the Midwives!

By Amie Newman, Managing Editor

July 12, 2009 - 5:38pm

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If you are pregnant in Alabama and you'd like to birth at home, you have every right to do so. But don't expect to do it with the provider of your choice.  Midwifery is illegal in Alabama, as it is in 25 other states. The 2009 PushSummit in Birmingham this week will address this and much more.


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Update: AMA Votes Not to Target Ricki Lake

By Amie Newman, Managing Editor

June 20, 2008 - 12:41pm

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In response to recent criticism, the American Medical Association removes references to Ricki Lake in its newest resolution but continues its quest to outlaw home birth.

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