Janet Schwab, CNM: Pioneering Midwifery, Empowering Women, and Revolutionizing Maternal Healthcare

Certified Nurse Midwife Janet Schwab shares her inspiring journey, sparked by the feminist movement and a pivotal Life magazine article, which led her into the empowering world of midwifery. We take a look back at the evolution of midwifery in the U.S. during the 1970s and 1980s, exploring the diverging paths of Certified Nurse Midwives and Certified Professional Midwives. Janet’s collaboration with Dorothea Lange to integrate midwives into hospital settings shines a light on the dedication to improving maternal healthcare for underserved women.Our conversation underscores the evolution of midwifery from traditional roles to independent practices, marked by the creation of the Certified Midwife credential. Janet recounts shedding patriarchal norms in nursing to embrace a more autonomous midwifery role. Together, we discuss the challenges and milestones in gaining state recognition for this credential, emphasizing the importance of hospital training for enhancing safety. Through compelling narratives, we highlight the contrasting midwifery models in the UK and the US and the ongoing struggle for midwives to gain full autonomy and recognition.We wrap up by focusing on empowering maternal healthcare providers and the families they serve, encouraging informed choices and uninterrupted care access. With insights into obstetric complications and the importance of personalized care, Janet’s expertise offers a glimpse into the complexities and triumphs of maternal health. Join us for an episode that informs and inspires confidence and strength in your maternal journey. To learn more about Janet Schwab, CNM, and her work, visit https://www.besholembirth.com/ or contact her at [email protected] Credithttps://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/kitchen-dancehttps://uppbeat.io/t/tobias-voigt/hope-and-wonderhttps://uppbeat.io/t/oliver-massa/brighter-dayshttps://Uppbeat @ you-and-me-abby-noiseWould you like to be a guest on our show? Send us a message here!Support the showBecome a Maternal Wealth Provider Today. Search and Find Maternal Wealth Providers Near You.  Visit www.maternalwealth.com Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review!Follow Us Maternal Wealth InstagramMaternal Wealth Facebook