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Being a Homebirth Midwife in West Virginia
Hello friends! Time for an update on midwifery and homebirth here in WV. This year started out wild with tons of births and my first year officially practicing as a Certified Professional Midwife. I had a lovely little break this summer and am settling… Continue Reading “Being a Homebirth Midwife in West Virginia”
Taking Off the Rose-Colored Glasses, Breastfeeding in Appalachia
On Friday I attended the second annual Appalachian Breastfeeding Network Conference. The theme was “Taking off the Rose-Colored Glasses”, and the presentations focused on the barriers to breastfeeding in our region. The conference was held at the surprisingly lovely Burr Oak Lodge, in Glouster… Continue Reading “Taking Off the Rose-Colored Glasses, Breastfeeding in Appalachia”
West Virginia Doula
I thought I’d write a post about what it’s like to be a Doula in West Virginia, rural WV. Including my work as a student midwife attending homebirths as well, since the experience isn’t all that different. Today, for example, I’m sitting at my… Continue Reading “West Virginia Doula”
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