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The Fourth Trimester Visit Increases Utilization

Greta Cohn Gill, CNM, MSN - May 28, 2019

Toward the end of pregnancy, we see women weekly and guide them safely through the birth. And then, after all of the attention...

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Transition of Pearline Gilpen, CNM To Join The Ancestors

Patricia O. Loftman, CNM, LM, MS, FACNM - August 14, 2019

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It is with profound sadness that I share the news of the passing of Pearline Gilpen, CNM, ACNM Midwives of Color Committee...

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ACNM Honors the Legacy of Frances T. Thacher, CNM, MS, FACNM, Beloved A.C.N.M. Foundation Trustee

Lisa Paine - May 8, 2019

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Midwives have lost a beloved friend, passionate champion, and tireless advocate who leaves a distinguished and indelible legacy that will continue to...

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From International Public Health Specialist to American Certified Midwife

Karen Jefferson, LM, CM, FACNM - April 30, 2019

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After a 15-year international career in public health spanning 20 countries, Renée Fiorentino, LM, CM, MPH earned her Advanced Certificate in...

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Helping Pregnant Women Navigate Microbiome Research

Joan Combellick, CNM, MPH, MSN - March 6, 2019

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There is a growing body of research that focuses on the “critical window in early life” from conception through the first...

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Midwives for Universal Health Care: Now Is the Time to Get Involved

Susan Kamin, CNM, MSN, MPH - March 9, 2019

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New ACNM Connect group is advocating for health care reform and needs your help. For years, a solid...

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Quality Improvement and Risk Reduction: Two Peas in a Midwife’s Pod

Katie Page, CNM - March 14, 2019

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Quality improvement and risk management are often treated as unrelated aspects of the health care system. They are housed in different departments and operate...

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Affiliate Conferences and Continuing Education: Virginia’s Experience

Katie Page, CNM - May 28, 2019

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One of the primary roles of every affiliate is to provide networking and continuing education opportunities to its members. For the past 6 years, the Virginia Affiliate has been doing this by hosting a one-day conference that brings together midwives, students, and...

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Region I Spring Update: Celebrating Achievements and Contributions

Our Representatives Kathryn Kravetz Carr, CNM, MSN, FACNM - May 8, 2019

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Region 1 celebrated Black History Month. In February, Massachusetts ACNM Diversity and Inclusion Co-chair, Joelle Leacock, posted daily on Facebook. In Joelle’s...

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