The call to action from the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) this year is to celebrate and bring attention to the essential role midwives play for the health and well-being of birthing people and families around the world.
ICM is calling for: ONE MILLION More Midwives Read more
As we consider the challenges facing modern healthcare here in the USA, midwives offer a compelling solution.
- Midwifery care: Midwives are vital healthcare providers who deliver safe, high-quality, relationship-centered care and should practice to the full scope of their training in supportive environments; evidence shows that when fully integrated into healthcare systems, they improve access, reduce unnecessary interventions that can lead to improved health outcomes, and provide cost-effective care.
- Advancing equity: Midwives provide culturally responsive, respectful care and are adept in addressing healthcare disparities especially within marginalized communities.
Celebrate International Day of the Midwife by:
- Thanking a Midwife: if you know a midwife, take a moment to express your gratitude write a note and mail or post to social media
- Learn about Midwifery: read some books
- Consider a Donation: to support the advancement of midwifery make a donation to the American College of Nurse Midwives
- Advocacy: take ACTION and take part in Midwifery Advocacy Day April 14th 9:30-1:30 Beacon Hill Boston. Support midwives, birth centers and home birth in MA Contact your Legislators Scroll down
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