“Unfortunately, midwifery hasn’t been integrated into the way of birth life in the United States. But in places where it’s normal and integrated, understood, and respected, midwifery as an autonomous profession is really the best, safest, most humane way to provide support for birthing and pregnant families and parents. I believe that’s because midwifery provides support that respects and hears patients, incorporating them in plans and decision making. That’s a true person-centered, patient-centered, woman-centered model, which has always held that sacredness, no matter whether in an institution, or in the community.”
