Above: A rally was held on the steps of the Capitol in Lincoln for the bill on midwives on Friday. Photo provided.
LINCOLN - Nebraska has the reputation of being one of the worst states to practice midwifery. Midwives deliver babies at home. Many are certified nurses.Two types of midwives are being affected: CPM (certified professional midwives) and CNM (certified nurse midwives).Currently, certified nurse midwives who are authorized to practice in Nebraska may do so only in a hospital or birt...
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