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Midwifery. The word brings to mind a pregnant woman in a softly lit room, laboring with intent, touched and tended by gentle women who are experienced and wise in the ways of labor and birth. One role of midwives is to protect the sanctity of birth. Read more…. Keeping the Midwifery Legacy Alive
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The author brings to life her experience apprenticing as a midwife in Africa.
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A midwife traces the family birthing lineage back to Poland.
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Written by a feminist anthropologist, this article provides a comprehensive view of traditional midwifery beliefs and practices among the Andean people of Peru.
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This story of a stillborn baby, and the unexpected repercussions for his midwife mother, will evoke both sadness and anger in readers.
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A great article for all aspiring or practicing midwives, providing important advice on mentoring.
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Music has a central place in the lives of many of us, and it is an essential part of some birth plans. The author discusses the research and her experiences of music and birth, along with some helpful suggestions.
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Who would guess that the advice from “experts” on chickens’ ability to hatch eggs parallels that of the advice of childbirth “experts.” This cute article shows how nature knows best. Read more…. Birth Lessons from a Chicken
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A couple chooses to go it alone for the birth of their daughter.
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Reflections on how obstetricians have a tendency to choose the most medicalized interventions, rather than trying a simple fix first.
Read more…. Health Care with No Legs to Stand On: The Questions behind the Question
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A story of a birth in the Philippines, experienced by the mother and father midwives.
Routinely checking for the nuchal cord is a common medical intervention in birth. Some evidence shows damage to the baby and mother. Results from the authors’ study reflect the training midwives have received and their current practices in relation to a possible nuchal cord at birth.
Read more…. The Nuchal Cord at Birth: What Do Midwives Think and Do?
