 Abbott Northwestern HospitalFree classMeet the Midwives Spend an hour with our midwives and learn about their practice philosophy and experience. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions about your potential birthing experience and tour Abbott Northwestern's Birth Center. Midwife servicesMidwives regard pregnancy and childbirth as natural processes. Nurse-midwives can provide individualized and holistic care to families at Abbott Northwestern Hospital's Birth Center. These clinics provide midwifery services at Abbott Northwestern's Birth Center:
What is a nurse-midwife?The term "midwife" means "with woman." According to the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), midwives provide a wide range of services during pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period for mother and infant. They coordinate family planning and general health care for women of all ages. The certified nurse-midwife works closely with an obstetrician/gynecologist to meet an individual's needs in the safest, most family-centered way. A certified nurse-midwife is a registered nurse who has advanced training and certification from the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACMN Certification Council, Inc.) Midwives are also licensed by the state in which they practice. For more about nurse-midwife certification, visit midwife.org. |