What is House Bill 224? House Bill 224  introduces an optional licensing framework  for midwives (CMs, CPMs, and CNMs) in Ohio. Traditional or lay midwives may continue practicing without a license, provided informed consent and a limited scope of care   Ohio House of Representatives Ohio House of Representatives . Establishes a midwifery advisory committee  to oversee training, supervision, reporting standards, and scope of practice Requires systematic reporting  of critical

Infant Mortality According to March of Dimes , Ohio’s infant mortality rate was 7.1 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2023 , compared to the U.S. average of 5.6 , placing Ohio at 43rd among all states. Nationally, the U.S. infant mortality rate is about 5.1 per 1,000 live births  as of 2024, ranking the country low in international comparison—173rd according to the CIA World Factbook . Preterm Births & Low Birth Weight Ohio’s preterm birth rate in 2023 stood at 10.7% , slightly

Over the past several years, maternity care in the United States has begun to shift. Families are exploring options beyond the hospital...

Midwifery goes back to ancient times—but it’s also a modern healthcare profession that is constantly evolving. To provide the best care...

Midwifery is one of the world’s oldest professions. Obstetricians did not come on the scene until the 18th and 19th centuries when male...

Every family deserves the right to choose where and with whom they give birth. For low-risk pregnancies, planned home birth with a...

Midwife collaboration with obstetricians and hospitals is essential for the advancement of integrated, respectful maternity care. At...

Ever wondered how a new law actually gets passed in Ohio? Each bill follows a step-by-step process designed to ensure that it gets a fair...

Have you noticed an uptick in home births and birth center births across the U.S.? Over the past decade, more expectant parents have been...

Ohio Senate Bill 140  has been formally introduced and seeks to improve access to freestanding birth centers by addressing the...

Have you ever wondered about the difference between midwives and nurse-midwives? The terms “midwife” and “nurse-midwife” are often used...

Maternal health disparities remain a pressing issue in the United States. According to the CDC, Black, Indigenous, and other women of...

Informed consent is all about making sure families have the full picture before making healthcare decisions. When it comes to home birth,...

The way one approaches birth is often shaped by one’s traditions, beliefs, and values that vary across different communities. Midwives...

The postpartum period is a time of tremendous transformation, and having the right support can make all the difference in helping new...

Delayed cord clamping (DCC) has emerged as a practice backed by strong evidence, offering significant health benefits for newborns....

In the United States, the Midwives Model of Care views pregnancy and birth, not as something to fear, but as a normal life process that...

There is an endless back and forth about the safety of planned home birth vs hospital birth. Sometimes a “compromise” is reached where it...

November 17th is Prematurity Awareness Day, drawing attention to the realities of preterm birth, especially among vulnerable communities....

We are excited to share an important event with you that is coming up on April 10 – Lobby Day at the Ohio State House! What is Lobby Day?...

When we talk about better laws for midwives, what does that mean? There are currently four different categories of midwives practicing in...

Your cervix matters! Check yourself is about learning how to perform a cervical exam on yourself to understand your own anatomy and...

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Executive Summary BBC added an accomplished healthcare advocate, Angela Campos, to our board of directors. We had a banner year...

Representative Boyd is planning to introduce the bill during Black Maternal Health Week, which is April 11-17th.

Midwifery care results in lower overall medical costs and improved health outcomes in healthy, low-risk populations. This includes: High...

A Midwife is trained in providing care for healthy individuals during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Most midwives are trained to...