Midwife Life
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Navigating the PEP Process
Hi! Are you considering becoming a Certified Professional Midwife? Or, have you recently started the Portfolio Evaluation Process (PEP)? Perhaps you've been doing it for a bit, but you are struggling. This podcast is for you!! Roslyn discusses requirements for the PEP process. She also explores easy ways to set yourself up for success and how to avoid delays in completing this challenging process.
Why Consider a MEAC School
Are you considering becoming a Certified Professional Midwife? If so, you may have heard or read about MEAC schools, NARM, NACPM, or a variety of other acronyms. It can take some time to sort it all out. In this episode, I try to help clarify what MEAC is, why you might need or want to attend a MEAC school, and which schools offer a distance or low-residency option.
Finding My First Midwife Job
In this episode Kourtney discusses her personal job search experience and gives some actionable tips to help you in your job search. Finding your first midwife job can be a daunting task and somewhat intimidating. While every person’s job search is different it can be helpful to hear the sources and timelines along Kourtney's journey.
Types of Midwives in the US
This episode is for people exploring becoming a midwife or changing their current educational path. Roslyn discusses the scopes of practice, educational requirements, and what to consider when deciding which midwifery route is best for you. The episode covers the 5 different types of midwives that are practicing in the United States, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Midwife, Certified Professional Midwife, Naturopathic Midwife, & Traditional Midwife.
Women’s Bodies & Conception
WARNING: In this episode we say the word vagina a lot. Like A LOT! So, keep that in mind if you’re listening at work, in public, or around those that might be offended by repeatedly hearing the word vagina. In this episode Roslyn & Kourtney talk about conception as well as historical and societal factors to consider when talking to women about the most intimate parts of their bodies.
Preconception
Kourtney & Roslyn explore different topics to discuss during a preconception visit.
Meet the Midwives
Get to know a little bit about the hosts of Midwife Life. Roslyn and Kourtney share a bit about their journeys to becoming midwives and their vision for Midwife Life.