Posts by Peppamint

Only you can decide that. I recently had a client who not only didn't tell her mother about her homebirth plans, but let her mom believe she was released from the hospital 4 hours postpartum. I don't think her mom totally buys it, but...

I would try to hook up with the Iowa and/or Nebraska Midwives Association and get to know the midwives there. Whether formal schooling is expected will vary from area to area, and even midwife to midwife. I agree with the PP who...

There is a midwife near me who takes on an apprentice every 2-3 years but requires them to move out of state after their apprenticeship is over... she has trained quite a few midwives who are practicing in other states now. We have a...

Thought I'd share the link since it's great deal- I just ordered a 2nd copy to loan to clients/friends! http://www.amazon.com/Business-Being...4484492&sr=1-1

Since you have a child, I would mention if you have a good childcare arrangement available.

It if is BV, have you had your vitamin D levels checked?

My preceptor and I both do exclusively home visits. Getting my own practice up and running, I am finding that my prenatals tend to last 45 minutes to an hour... with the initial visit lasting closer to an hour and a half. This is very...

Quote: Originally Posted by ncolvin How long do they suggest waiting until the cord is clamped? If for purely blood volume reasons, 2 minutes in a good aim (you can get all this info at Karen Strange's NRP...

Quote: Originally Posted by MamaRabbit busybusymomma (Michelle) has worked there. You can msg me with specific questions...

Her website isn't live yet, but should be in June sometime.