Nebraska’s Midwifery Laws in Flux | Omaha News

Nebraska’s outdated midwifery laws are forcing expectant mothers into less empowering birth experiences—certified nurse midwives can’t legally attend home births, making the state the only one with this restriction. Rooted in a 1984 law with a last-minute amendment, the system has allowed unlicensed individuals to fill the gap until a court clarified licensing requirements. Mothers like Kirsten Johnson describe feeling disempowered without midwife support, while Hope Lindstrom’s successful lawsuit has reignited hope. Now, nurse midwives and professional midwives are pushing for full practice authority and licensure, aiming to join the majority of states offering safer, more accessible birth options. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6e0227b5f22b317b