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Read stories from real people who have faced challenges due to Virginia's outdated law for Licensed Midwives that restricts them from access to the life-saving medications that promote safe community birth. Learn why this is such an important issue for Virginia families.
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Time to Take Action!
It's time to contact your legislators and ask them to support HB 1511 and SB 1275. Here's how!
Kim Pekin
Jan 12, 20231 min read
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The American Association of Birth Centers Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth
We are excited to announce the American Association of Birth Centers (AABC) supports our efforts to update our outdated law so Licensed...
Kim Pekin
Oct 18, 20221 min read
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Birth in Color RVA Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth
We are excited to announce that Birth in Color RVA supports our efforts to change our outdated law and increase safety for Virginia...
Kim Pekin
Oct 18, 20221 min read
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CABC Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth
The Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers (CABC) is the organization that accredits birth centers they evaluate for safety...
Kim Pekin
Oct 18, 20221 min read
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The Birth Rights Bar Association Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth
We are excited to announce that the Birth Rights Bar Association supports the efforts of Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth to...
Kim Pekin
Oct 18, 20221 min read
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The Virginia Birth Center Alliance Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth
There are over 20 freestanding birth centers in Virginia. The Virginia Birth Center Alliance was established in 2018 to promote & support...
Kim Pekin
Oct 17, 20221 min read
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Virginia ACNM Affiliate Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth
The Virginia Affiliate of the American College of Nurse-Midwives supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Birth in our effort to...
Kim Pekin
Oct 17, 20221 min read
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North American Registry of Midwives Supports Virginia Midwives for Safe Community Births
The North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) is the organization that administers the CPM credential. We are very grateful to NARM for...
Kim Pekin
Oct 17, 20221 min read
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