How Do You Find A Certified Nurse Midwife?
A licensed nurse midwife provides emotional support during your pregnancy. Midwives can also provide nutritional information, offer advice during the different stages of your pregnancy and help you schedule obstetrician appointments. Most nurse midwives assist in hospital births. Some assist in at-home births and in birthing centers. When searching for a nurse midwife, carefully consider her credentials, obtain referrals and meet with the midwife face-to-face to see if she is someone you can trust throughout your pregnancy. Contact your state’s health and human services department to learn more about licensing requirements for midwives. There are two types of midwives. A certified nurse midwife has completed training in nursing and in midwifery. A direct-entry midwife has completed training in midwifery only. Contact organizations such as the American College of Nurse-Midwives for information about nurse midwives in your area. Obtain a list of practicing nurse midwives from the health
