Before we enter the life stage of childbearing, we may never hear the word “midwife.” And, in many cases, we may not learn about what midwives offer, even when it’s relevant to our lives. What is a ...

Your first prenatal care visit takes place when you are 8–10 weeks pregnant. This initial visit typically takes 40 minutes. You will see either a midwife or women’s health nurse practitioner during ...

Certified nurse midwife Catherine Badeaux of Woman to Woman Midwifery (3615 Prytania St., 272-0681; www.womantowomanmidwifery.com) discusses natural birth and a midwife's role. Q: What exactly does a ...

Matt Whittle has experience writing and editing accessible education-related content in health, technology, nursing and business subjects. His work has been featured on Sleep.org, Psychology.org and ...

Within the swaths of maternity care deserts across the Southwest are some alternative birthing options — like through a midwife, and not in a hospital. With drastic cuts to healthcare across the ...

It’s Black Maternal Health Week. Here’s everything you should know to protect yourself and those you love. MyQueen “Nurse Queen” Dickens, MSN, CNM, is on a mission to set the record straight about ...

In a world where childbirth is one of life’s most personal and profound experiences, one family in New Lenox is proving that ...

Fans were heartbroken to see Lucille Robinson depart Call the Midwife season 12 - and with the character heading to Jamaica after suffering a breakdown, viewers were left worried about whether she ...

Obtaining a cult following in the US following its September 2012 debut, Call the Midwife, has proven itself to be one of the best British shows to ever land on western shores. By mixing an endearing ...