Midwifery

This presentation examines trends in midwifery and birth attendants in the U.S., highlighting the growing role of certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified professional midwives (CPMs). It explores geographic, racial, and insurance-based disparities in midwifery access, compares midwifery integration in the U.S. to other countries, and examines its association with improved maternal and infant outcomes. The discussion also addresses the rising role of osteopaths in childbirth and the need for policy changes to expand midwifery care.