Midwives

'Daddy University is Redefining Fatherhood'

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021

Daddy University knows how important fathers are to their children's developmental needs.

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  • Daddy University knows how important fathers are to their children's developmental needs.
  • Therefore, Daddy University offers a wide variety of programs to support fathers.
  • Through programs such as the Parent Academy, Father's Club, and Doulas 4 Dads, Daddy University is supporting fathers through all stages of their children's lives.
  • As Daddy University continues to grow and develop programs to help fathers, they recently launched their Doulas 4 Dads program.

Fourth Phase + Birth Halo Launch Maternal Wellness Campaign, #ADDFOURTHTRIMESTER, To All Dictionaries On Change.org

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo and Marcia Cole, co-founders of social impact maternal wellness company, Fourth Phase, along with Sami Amundsen, and Kristen Wade, co-founders of Birth Halo, a one-stop-shop for evidence-based postpartum services, want to change that.

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  • Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo and Marcia Cole, co-founders of social impact maternal wellness company, Fourth Phase, along with Sami Amundsen, and Kristen Wade, co-founders of Birth Halo, a one-stop-shop for evidence-based postpartum services, want to change that.
  • The research done by both Birth Halo and Fourth Phase highlights the maternal health gap that exists in America.
  • Over the past year, both Fourth Phase and Birth Halo conducted surveys and focus groups with over 250 new moms, Doulas and Midwives.
  • Sign the petition on Change.org, share with family and friends and help validate the after birth experience of every mother.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Launches Nevada Doula Program To Improve Maternal Health and Birth Outcomes

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Friday, May 7, 2021

b'Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has partnered with Reno Doula Project to launch a new maternal health program in Washoe County that makes doula services available to the Medicaid health plan\xe2\x80\x99s pregnant members at no cost.

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  • b'Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has partnered with Reno Doula Project to launch a new maternal health program in Washoe County that makes doula services available to the Medicaid health plan\xe2\x80\x99s pregnant members at no cost.
  • They support pregnant people in both hospital and home birth settings by answering questions, addressing concerns and helping to develop a birth plan.
  • More than a dozen pregnant women have already enrolled in Anthem\xe2\x80\x99s doula program, and there is capacity for many more.
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is the trade name of Community Care health Plan of Nevada, Inc., an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Start Early Annual Luncheon on April 22 to Celebrate the Power of Early Learning

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

"\nStart Early is proud to kick off the program with a performance by the Soul Children Choir of Chicago.

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  • "\nStart Early is proud to kick off the program with a performance by the Soul Children Choir of Chicago.
  • Join us on Thursday, April 22 from 12 12:45 p.m. CT by registering at www.StartEarly.org/Luncheon .\nFor 40 years, Start Early has been a champion for quality early learning and care, focused on closing the opportunity gap for our youngest learners.
  • Quality early childhood experiences are critical to overcoming many of these inequities, helping to level the playing field and allowing children to thrive.
  • For nearly 40 years, Start Early has delivered best-in-class doula, home visiting, and Early Head Start and Head Start programs.

Nightfood Partners With Informed Pregnancy® Podcast and Prenatal Chiropractor to the Stars, Dr. Elliot Berlin

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Dr. Berlin is an award-winning prenatal chiropractor, labor doula, childbirth educator, and creator of the Informed Pregnancy Project podcast series.

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  • Dr. Berlin is an award-winning prenatal chiropractor, labor doula, childbirth educator, and creator of the Informed Pregnancy Project podcast series.
  • Informed Pregnancy is one of the most widely consumed pregnancy podcasts, and Dr. Berlin has an amazing sphere of influence within the pregnancy universe, commented Nightfood CEO Sean Folkson.
  • Nightfood struck a really difficult balance crafting a formula with better nutrition without sacrificing the creamy deliciousness that makes ice cream awesome.
  • The 60-second ads on the Informed Pregnancy Podcast feature Dr. Berlin talking about the benefits of Nightfood.

The Baby Manual Offers Comprehensive Online Course for New Parents Free During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Thursday, April 23, 2020

SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Baby Manual announced today the company is offering its virtual 'Complete Baby Care Course for New Parents' free to support parents preparing to give birth during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Baby Manual announced today the company is offering its virtual 'Complete Baby Care Course for New Parents' free to support parents preparing to give birth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The Baby Manual is an award-winning online video series in which real parents, practicing medical professionals and industry experts provide detailed answers and step-by-step demonstrations to answer first-time parenting questions.
  • "We recommend starting our online course at least three months prior to your due date," said Oksana Korsakova, founder of The Baby Manual.
  • The Baby Manual is used by hospitals, doulas, pregnancy centers, lactation consultants and adoption agencies to teach thousands of parents nationwide each year.

Motherhood Center Expands Online Operations to Support Expecting Mothers

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Thursday, April 2, 2020

HOUSTON, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Motherhood Center is proud to announce its new lineup of online classes to support expecting parents.

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  • HOUSTON, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Motherhood Center is proud to announce its new lineup of online classes to support expecting parents.
  • "We are proud to be able to serve the nation's expecting parents with our online courses," says founder Gabriela Gerhart.
  • Motherhood Center is also helping place night nurses, baby doulas, postpartum doulas and other in-home support for families that need an extra hand.
  • About Motherhood Center: For 20 years, the Motherhood Center has been one of the most sought-after pregnancy and postpartum service centers for Houston's expectant and new moms.

Boston Premiere of Brazilian Documentary, Women of Earth, Shows Power of Indigenous Midwives

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Thursday, January 23, 2020

The film follows a young Brazilian woman with a dream of becoming a midwife who journeys through indigenous villages and rural communities in search of traditional midwives and the wisdom that they share ( www.womenofearthfilm.com ).

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  • The film follows a young Brazilian woman with a dream of becoming a midwife who journeys through indigenous villages and rural communities in search of traditional midwives and the wisdom that they share ( www.womenofearthfilm.com ).
  • The film is directed by three Brazilian women: Mayara Boaretto (who has since been trained as a midwife), Isadora Carneiro, and Oscar-nominated director Ktia Lund.
  • When I heard the news that the premiere would be in Boston, I found it significant.
  • She writes, Women of Earth beautifully reveals the priceless wisdom that has been preserved by midwives in Brazil for years.

American College of Nurses-Midwives to Introduce Innovative Handheld Ultrasound Technology to Members

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Thursday, May 9, 2019

BOSTON, May 09, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --American College of Nurses-Midwives (ACNM) today announced an alliance with GE Healthcare to introduce to its members Vscan Extend handheld ultrasound technology from GE Healthcare through educational webinars and training.

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  • BOSTON, May 09, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --American College of Nurses-Midwives (ACNM) today announced an alliance with GE Healthcare to introduce to its members Vscan Extend handheld ultrasound technology from GE Healthcare through educational webinars and training.
  • This will expand access to innovative technology to certified nurse midwives and certified midwives where their licensing allows.
  • Vscan Extend from GE Healthcare is a handheld, pocket-sized ultrasound system that empowers users to make focused assessments and accelerate treatment decisions at the point of care.
  • About American College of Nurses-Midwives:
    With 6500 members, ACNM is the professional association that represents certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives (CMs) in the United States.

BMBFA Annual Birth & Breastfeeding Conference Combines Innovative Spirit of Motown With Leading Speakers, Expert Panels, Maternal Child Health Tours and MasterClasses

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Thursday, April 4, 2019

The conference will be held at The Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown, 333 East Jefferson Ave. Detroit, Michigan 48226.

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  • The conference will be held at The Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown, 333 East Jefferson Ave. Detroit, Michigan 48226.
  • If we can pull those forces together for music, then we can certainly do so to save mothers and babies.
  • The annual conference, now in its 9th year, opens with Celebrity Doula, Latham Thomas speaking on Addressing Black Infant Death.
  • The conference also includes the first-ever Maternal and Child Health Immersive Bus Tour allowing attendees to visit and learn from Detroit-based organizations working to eliminate inequities in maternal and infant care.