MIDWIFE SPOTLIGHT: Midcoast's Maud van de Wiele
Why did I do it and why I do it now have likely evolved. I do it now because I can think of no greater privilege in supporting and empowering women and families then being a part of such a treasured and personal journey. I'm sure there is a selfish component; it is I think as close as we get short of death to being a part of whatever great spirit or God you believe in.
Ariel Bernstein - Birthwise Midwifery School
Ariel Bernstein is a doula, CLEC, placenta encapsulation specialist and, most recently, has completed her training to become a CPM. This included studying at Birthwise Midwifery School in Bridgton, ME as well as a preceptorship at the Birth Cottage in New Hampshire. She has been on a rich and diverse path to becoming a midwife, spanning continents in her birth work. She gave me a chance to share in her unique perspective and her journey to midwifery care.
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Robin Illian - Sacopee Midwives
Sacopee Midwives has been serving families and their choice for safe, natural home births for over 20 years. As with many home birth options, this group has a strong devotion to the sanctity of labour and birth. I caught up with Robin Illian, CPM , who joined them in the summer of 2014 after leaving behind her own practice, Open Circle Midwifery. Robin has a remarkably calming presence, which is a tremendous asset in this line of work. She is deliberate in choosing her words, so you have to lean in sometimes to soak in the magic.
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Suzanne Zimmerman - Midwives of Mid Coast Hospital
We are happy to introduce Suzanne Zimmerman, CNM, a hospital-based nurse midwife. Originally from Williamsville, NY and having attended Frontier Nursing University (Like Jerri Walker!) you may have birthed with her at Miles Memorial Hospital in Damariscotta or her current baby-catching location of choice with Midwives of Mid Coast Hospital. You'll be sure to notice her smile the moment you meet her.
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Celebrating National Midwifery Week in Maine
Honoring midwifery care is not only easy, it's a pleasure.
First, the country is celebrating National Midwifery Week which is sponsored by the American College of Nurse Midwives. It's a week-long event that celebrates the contributions and care midwives provide here in the United States.
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