Home Births Newswire

Some Midwives Break the Law to Assist With Home Births

By Lisa Rab and KFF Health News HealthDay ReportersFRIDAY, May 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) —  In a midwife's suburban Atlanta home with a playground and chicken coop outside, Madie Collins lay on an examination table while the midwife measured her …

Home birth: is it suitable for everyone and is a "plan B" necessary?

The global trend toward home births has been ongoing for many years. The percentage of such births fluctuates depending on the country—this is influenced by many factors, not just the wishes of pregnant women. Read about the situation with home births in …

License To Deliver: Some Midwives Break the Law To Assist With Home Births

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — In a midwife’s suburban Atlanta home with a playground and chicken coop outside, Madie Collins lay on an examination table while the midwife measured her pregnant belly. Unlike at many a doctor’s office, no crinkly paper sheet …

Frustration after latest on suspension of home births in Gloucestershire

The home birth service was initially suspended across the county in November last year after safety concerns were raised by staff. Now, bosses at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust say the service will remain suspended until the autumn. They …

Gloucestershire home births suspended until autumn

Gloucestershire Maternity Action Group (GMAG), who had previously begun the process of challenging the home birth suspension through a judicial review process, say they continue will continue to explore all avenues to ensure safe, lawful maternity care for …

As Georgia home births rise, midwives break the law to deliver babies

GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA — In a midwife’s suburban Atlanta home with a playground and chicken coop outside, Madie Collins lay on an examination table while the midwife measured her pregnant belly. Unlike at many a doctor’s office, no crinkly paper sheet …

Why a group of Colorado midwives is suing state regulators

Julianne Guy first saw a home birth in a village in rural Guatemala during her stint in the Peace Corps in the 1980s. She became friends with the village midwife, an Indigenous Mayan woman who spoke mostly Kaqchikel, who started bringing Guy with her to …

Support group for home birth parents celebrates 15 years helping in the community

Kat Hassell started Home Birth Support Cheshire in 2011 after feeling there was a lack of support and awareness when she had her own children via home birth.  The group, which now has almost 500 members on Facebook, hosts monthly events where parents and …

More Americans to fall under state’s new summer swimming law from July 1 – it’s been dubbed ‘a huge win’

A NEW water safety law which comes into force from July 1 has been dubbed “a huge win” for families. The new law coming to one state will cover more Americans in a bid to tackle a common life-threatening issue. Sign up for The US Sun newsletter Thank you! …

‘Calm, home‑from‑home’ birth units to open in Darlington and Durham hospitals

The changes, designed to offer more choice and personalised support, will improve birth options across the region. County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust officially opened Midwifery Led Units (MLUs) at Darlington Memorial Hospital and the …

Special delivery: paramedics assist with couple's emergency home birth

SUAMICO (NBC 26) — A Suamico couple is sharing the story of their daughter's unexpected arrival after labor progressed so quickly last week that first responders helped deliver the baby in the couple's half bathroom. Jessica and Jesse Tesch …

Dispatcher recalls emergency home birth

NSW new maitland Hospital launches home birthing pilot on International Day of the Midwife

Maitland Hospital, on International Day of the Midwife, has officially launched its new public home birthing pilot program, a key milestone in strengthening maternity services for women and families across the Maitland and Hunter Valley region. This global …

Maitland Hospital launches home birthing pilot on International Day of the Midwife

This global day recognises the essential role midwives play in delivering personalised, high-quality care to women and their families, and highlights the importance of continued investment in midwifery services. The Maitland Hospital public home birthing …

First baby due this week in Maitland's new home birth program

There were plenty of tears and smiles in the room as midwives, community members and health staff celebrated the milestone at Maitland Hospital on Tuesday, May 5, and reflected on how important it is to give women choice.

The rising demand for home births and the midwives who are making it happen

"I carry medical equipment, I have everything a hospital has, except for a theatre. I'm not carrying it because I think I'll need it, I'm carrying it because one day I will need it and I'm not just going to hope for the best, I'm …

I got laid off from Google, then found out I was pregnant. Going from DINK to self-employed has felt like the wild west.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Shanon Morris, a 34-year-old entrepreneur in Ithaca, New York. It's been edited for length and clarity. Loading audio narration... I'm a Navy veteran, Marine Corps spouse, and the CEO of …

Why a group of Colorado midwives are suing state regulators

Julianne Guy first saw a home birth in a village in rural Guatemala during her stint in the Peace Corps in the 1980s. She became friends with the village midwife, an Indigenous Mayan woman who spoke mostly Kaqchikel, who started bringing Guy with her to …

Stevenson Memorial Hospital celebrates 30 years of Midwifery Program

May 14, 2026   ·   0 Comments By Brian Lockhart Stevenson Memorial Hospital is celebrating a 30-year partnership with the Alliston Midwives – Caring Hands Midwifery Services. The anniversary coincided with International Day of the Midwife on May 5. Members …

Mentavi Health to Present Clinical Validation Study Data for Adult ADHD Evaluation at 2026 APA Meeting

CMO Barry K. Herman, MD, MMM, will present a poster on Mentavi's clinical validation study, published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mentavi Health, a telehealth …

Study Links Summer Scalp Conditions to Hair Loss; Batana Oil Use Rises

As seasonal hair loss research gains attention, YBW Beauty makes two unrefined, Honduras-sourced Batana Oil products available for men and women across the U.S. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dermatologists and …

Human+Tech Week 2026 Names the Human Flourishing Economy

Five days. 5,000 contributors. 85 partner organizations. San Francisco built the room for a new capital category: the Human Flourishing Economy. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Human+Tech Week (HTW) concluded today …

The Meadowglade Repositions Mental Health Rehab Services Across Residential and Outpatient Care

The Meadowglade Repositions Mental Health Rehab Services Across Residential and Outpatient Care MOORPARK, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Meadowglade, a residential and outpatient mental health treatment center located …

أرليند جوني: مستقبل الرعاية الصحية يعتمد على وصول الابتكار إلى المرضى

ABU DHABI, ABU DHABI CITY, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — في ظل التسارع الكبير الذي يشهده العالم في مجال الابتكارات الطبية، دعا رائد الابتكار الصحي والمؤسس المشارك لشركة بريبير لابس، أرليند جوني، إلى ضرورة معالجة ا …

Hiking Season Brings Knee Pain Into Focus as NYC Pain Specialists Highlight Non-Surgical Treatment Options

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While most clinics hand out NSAIDs and surgical referrals for knee conditions and pain treatment, Pain Physicians NY is seeing a rise in knee injuries that no amount of stretching, …

KFSH Showcases Saudi Healthcare Innovation at Trilateral Commission Tokyo Plenary Meeting 2026

TOKYO, JAPAN, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) is highlighting its role as a global driver of healthcare innovation during its participation in the Trilateral Commission Tokyo Plenary …

KFSH Highlights AI-Driven Healthcare Leadership at Trilateral Commission Tokyo Plenary Meeting 2026

TOKYO, JAPAN, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) is highlighting its growing role as a global leader in artificial intelligence-enabled healthcare during its participation in the …

Rejuva Fresh Unveils Enhanced 2026 Adonis™ II Series for Advanced Body Contouring

New 2026 Adonis™ II lineup features upgraded components, advanced cavitation performance, and expanded multi-function treatment capabilities. ELLSWORTH, ME, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rejuva Fresh® has just unveiled its …

MicroTouch Showcases Tap-to-Pay POS and NFC-Enabled Touch Displays at NRA Show

Live Demos at Booth #8307 Highlight Efficient Checkout and High-Performance Display Solutions for Hospitality Environments CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MicroTouch, a global leader in touch technology and …

Our Thrive Tribe Launches SPARC: An AI-Powered Platform Built to Turn DSO Professionals Into Industry Voices

New AI platform transforms 60-second voice recordings into authentic, DSO-specific LinkedIn content designed to build authority, visibility, and opportunity. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our Thrive Tribe, a marketing and …

Skylark Clinic Recognized for Transforming Client Care Through Goal-Oriented Charity

BRUNSWICK, GA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Skylark: A Sexual Health + Care Clinic has received the 2026 Waypoint Award from True Charity for redesigning its “Earn While You Learn” program to focus on personalized growth and …

Ascendo AI Independently Recognized by Gartner for Prescriptive Maintenance Architecture

Gartner highlights Ascendo AI in new research, showcasing how our prescriptive maintenance platform shifts enterprises from fault detection to field execution. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ascendo AI today …

The Providence Receives New York State Attorney General Approval

Historic Sacred Oak Tree and Founders Club Introduced to Welcome First Residents ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Providence, projected to open in late 2028/early 2029, is a new senior living Life Plan …

Chiro One Reopens Colonial Heights Clinic After Remodel, Enhancing Patient Experience

Chiro One reopens its remodeled Colonial Heights, VA clinic, offering modern treatment spaces and an open house on May 20 to showcase enhanced patient care. COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chiro One …

The Conversation That Changed How One Harvard Trained Dentist Plans Every Patient's Care

Dr. Hamid Barkhordar on the early career moment that reshaped his entire approach to dentistry WEST COVINA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Most dentists graduate from school confident in their clinical training. They know the …

Most Dental Implant Patients Pick The Wrong Office, Says Harvard Trained Dentist

TORRANCE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dental implants have become one of the most requested restorative procedures in dentistry, yet many patients choose their provider based on price or convenience without understanding what …

Postponing A Routine Dental Visit Costs More Than Patients Realize, Says Harvard Trained Dentist

The math on delayed care is straightforward, according to Dr. Hamid Barkhordar SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Skipping a routine dental check up because of cost or time is one of the most expensive decisions a …

A Bride's Last Minute Dental Emergency And What It Taught One Dentist About Cosmetic Care

The story of a Friday afternoon phone call and the wedding photos that came back two weeks later OXNARD, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It was a Friday afternoon when the call came in. A woman was getting married in two …

Share your feedback on the Behavioral Health Services Act and Workforce Education and Training Plan

The Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Workforce Education and Training (WET) Plan outlines a proposed statewide approach to strengthening and sustaining California’s behavioral health workforce through targeted education, training, and workforce …