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  1. 2 questions regarding midwifery (kinda long)

    mommy2boysaz replied to cc_nurse's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I don't think being a NICU nurse would hurt your ability to be a good CNM, but if I were you, I would try to find a midwife that you could shadow for a while, to see if you are comfortable with the...

  2. nurse midwife--how?

    mommy2boysaz replied to premedturnednursing's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi! I am an OB nurse who is just starting work on my Master's to become a Certified Nurse Midwife. Check out the ACNM website and look under Advanced Practice Nurses, under specialties here, and CNMs...

  3. Co-sleeping?

    mommy2boysaz replied to amber1142's topic in Ob/Gyn

    At my hospital in the past 10 years (and we only have about 400-450 deliveries/year), we've had 2 babies fall from the bed onto the floor when moms were trying to sleep with the babies in their beds....

  4. Curious as to what happens to teen Moms

    mommy2boysaz replied to justme1972's topic in Ob/Gyn

    In my experience, the teen (under 18) mother has final say over what happens to her baby. If her parents refuse to take either of them home, I suppose they would both go to foster care, though I've...

  5. What is the difference between LD nurse and CNM

    mommy2boysaz replied to lmRNstudent08's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Also, midwives (CNMs) can have their own practices and/or open their own birthcenters. They practice by a different model of care than the medical model, also. Check out the Frontier School of...

  6. me again

    mommy2boysaz replied to ladylabor's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Richelle, Just had to reply! I am writing this from Frontier Bound! I am in the Bridge Class 60. My personal opinion is that this place is amazing! The history here is fascinating. (And I'm NOT a...

  7. Epidural management in RN scope of practice?

    mommy2boysaz replied to Selke's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The nurses on my L&D unit raised cane when we began doing more epidurals and the anesthesiologists didn't want to hang around to manage them. Our policy also vaguely states that they need to be...

  8. Doula turned RN....L&d or Mother/infant the right place for me?

    mommy2boysaz replied to heartlover07's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I realize this may not be an option for many, but I work in a small, community hospital where we have LDRP rooms and we "do it all". There aren't separate L&D, PP, Nursery depts. I admit a...

  9. Did anyone read the People story about Christina Aguilera?

    mommy2boysaz replied to rph3664's topic in Ob/Gyn

    This IS an ethical issue. And this is sooo why I am becoming a CNM! It is a symptom of our society today that "elective" CS and inductions are becoming common-place. First of all, we have a...

  10. Presidential cadidates stand on midwifery/ healthcare?

    mommy2boysaz posted a topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    So, I know all the candidates always give lip service to "reducing healthcare costs", etc. Has anyone ever heard any candidate ever bring up the idea of increasing midwifery availability as a much...

  11. Wat r the options for a RN?

    mommy2boysaz replied to khuship's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Gosh, just take a look around this great site for examples of everything you can do as an RN. Most places want at least one year of Med-Surg experience before you can do anything else. Then, try to...

  12. job prospects - existant or not?

    mommy2boysaz replied to birdgardner's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    beckinben pretty much said it all, but I will just add my 2cents. I am a student. The reason I am a student is because of the tremendous success I have witnessed the 2 CNM's enjoy, where I work. We...

  13. Had my Frontier Phone Interview today

    mommy2boysaz replied to studentnurserachel's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Congrats on getting through your interview! It is a little nerve wracking, but I'm sure they are accustomed to people being nervous at first. I am starting the Bridge program in March. I can't...

  14. WHCNP due to skyrocketing malpractice rates??

    mommy2boysaz replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    First of all, I got my information about the malpractice increase from a CNM that I work with. She's supposed to be finding out more specifics. And, it is good to hear that the insurance in Ohio...

  15. ASN to NP?

    mommy2boysaz replied to rockexrolloh's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    It would be financially easier to go from your ASN to MSN via a bridge program. You would not have a BSN, though. There are lots of options for bridge programs. Good

  16. me again

    mommy2boysaz replied to ladylabor's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    cnm2B, I wouldn't assume that you didn't get in. If they said they haven't gotten to the June apps yet, that's probably true. I applied in early August for the Spring semester and didn't get my...

  17. me again

    mommy2boysaz replied to ladylabor's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    First of all, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin's loss! I will keep them all in my prayers. And, I was notified in Nov. of my acceptance to Frontier via email, so keep checking it! My fingers...

  18. Love Pregnancy, Hate Medical OB

    mommy2boysaz replied to chaun08's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Absolutely, holiday2525! Women should have access to the kind of birth they desire without having to argue or battle with nurses or doctors to get it! It's such a wonderful, blessed event! That is...

  19. Good Morning

    mommy2boysaz replied to ladylabor's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Hello! I had pretty much the same experience as CNM2B. Same type of questions, very laid back. She did place a fair amount of importance on what type of support you will have at home, how do you...

  20. I got in!

    mommy2boysaz replied to Nicky30's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi and Congrats!! I'm just beginning a Midwifery program, also! Go to the Advance Practice area under Specialty and then go to Certified Nurse Midwives. There's lots of good info there and there was...

  21. Advice RE: L&D vs. NC

    mommy2boysaz replied to lilac_tree's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi. I had worked in a small community hospital OB dept. for a few years when a larger local hospital offered me a job in their NICU. I, too, was flattered and the idea of learning something a little...

  22. Does it really cost $20-25,000 for CNM malpractice insurance?

    mommy2boysaz replied to littlemamakt's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    OK, I'm not exactly sure of the cost, but a CNM that I work with (also in Indiana) pays I think more than the $20-25,000. She says it goes up each year you practice, because you've done more...

  23. Patient's preferences during birth

    mommy2boysaz replied to TTE7's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am a L&D nurse (and student midwife) and I work in a hospital where midwives do practice. That would be a great situation for you, I think. Also, at our hospital, IV's are NOT standard. Some...

  24. Hello

    mommy2boysaz replied to ladylabor's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Hi! I will be at Frontier Bound in March! I am in the bridge program and I applied for the March term last August. I got my acceptance email Nov. 30. My application was sent the first week of...

  25. Love Pregnancy, Hate Medical OB

    mommy2boysaz replied to chaun08's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I have to agree with the above post. I am an OB RN, about to begin school to become a CNM, and I do get frustrated at the docs who are quick to call a CS because it's 5pm and supper is waiting... or...