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National Association of Certified Professional Midwives is a professional midwifery association committed to contributing to a new era in maternity care.

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With hospitals and maternity wards closing across rural America, the need for accessible, community-based solutions has never been more urgent. #MaternalHealth #MidwiferyMatters #RuralHealth #EquityInCare

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Big win for Iowa: CPMs are now licensed! 🎉 This, plus extended postpartum Medicaid, marks progress for maternal health. Challenges remain, but midwifery-led care is key to equitable outcomes. https://t.co/BNu2dzUclx
#MaternalHealth #MidwiferyMatters #CPMLicensure

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Barriers include the lack of licensure in some states, insufficient insurance reimbursement, limited public awareness about midwifery care, and systemic inequities that disproportionately impact marginalized communities.

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Exciting news! 15 states have been chosen for the CMS Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model, supporting midwifery and doula care to improve maternal health outcomes. A big step toward equitable, whole-person care!

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How can we advocate for the expansion of midwifery in the U.S.? What steps can policymakers and communities take to prioritize this evidence-based model of care? Let’s discuss.

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In Wisconsin, a growing number of families are embracing home births, seeking personalized and comfortable experiences. 🏡 https://t.co/7GeybCwS9U

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Read the powerful story of a midwife transforming Houston’s Black maternal health landscape. This inspiring journey highlights the critical role of midwives in addressing systemic inequities and empowering birthing people. https://t.co/cclbUYdZai

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Expanding midwifery care in the U.S. would not only improve health outcomes but also result in significant cost savings for families and the healthcare system. #publichealth #midwifery

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60% of Rural Hospitals in the United States do not offer obstetric services.

⭐ Midwives could play a pivotal role in bridging the gap. Expanding midwifery access ensures that all families—regardless of location—can access skilled care before, during, and after childbirth.

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By avoiding unnecessary interventions and supporting physiologic births, midwifery care benefits families and healthcare systems alike. Investing in midwives is an investment in healthier futures. 💛🌍
#publichealth #midwifery

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Medicaid is a lifeline for many families, covering 43% of births in the U.S. However, midwifery services are often under-reimbursed or excluded. Expanding Medicaid to include midwives would provide access to cost-effective, high-quality care for families who need it most.

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Midwifery care provides culturally competent, personalized support 🤝🏾, addressing these disparities head-on. Every family deserves safe, respectful maternity care. 💛

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Midwives are experts in supporting physiologic births, reducing unnecessary cesareans and their risks. Fewer interventions mean safer outcomes for both mothers and babies, shorter recovery times, and lower healthcare costs. 💪🏾✨

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This care desert disproportionately affects rural areas 🌾, where midwives 👩🏾‍⚕️ can play a pivotal role in bridging the gap. Expanding midwifery access ensures that all families—regardless of location—can receive skilled care before, during, and after childbirth. 💛

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A recent global analysis revealed that if midwives were fully integrated into healthcare systems:

✨ 41% of maternal deaths could be prevented.
✨ 39% of neonatal deaths could be avoided.
✨ 26% of stillbirths could be averted.

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Yet, many healthcare systems underutilize their incredible skills. Expanding the midwifery workforce 👩🏾‍⚕️ and integrating midwives into healthcare systems 🌍 could drastically improve access to care, especially in underserved communities.

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Led by Dr. Marit Bovbjerg & Dr. Melissa Cheyney, this study confirms that home and birth center births are equally safe for low-risk pregnancies. Informed choices = safe, empowered care. 🌟

📖 Read the full report : https://t.co/OqH6yNuSAQ

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Led by Dr. Marit Bovbjerg & Dr. Melissa Cheyney, this study confirms that home and birth center births are equally safe for low-risk pregnancies. Informed choices = safe, empowered care. 🌟

📖 Read the full study : https://t.co/OqH6yNuSAQ

#midwives #birthequity #publichealth

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Led by Dr. Marit Bovbjerg & Dr. Melissa Cheyney, this study confirms that home and birth center births are equally safe for low-risk pregnancies. Informed choices = safe, empowered care. 🌟
📖 Read more about this groundbreaking study! https://t.co/AfO9wBr9xi

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As midwives and midwifery advocates, we must lead the way in fostering these partnerships. By working alongside community organizations and addressing systemic barriers, we can create a more equitable maternity care system that meets the needs of all families.

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