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Re: Midwifery as a career?

From: Alicia (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 5 Feb 2003 21:33:50 -0600 (CST)

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What do you mean, are you too old? You're only 31! Sure it'll take about 8 years to become a CNM but if you want to do, go for it! At the hospital where I will deliver, CNMs work side-by-side with the doctors (and let me tell you, most of them are a little more understanding and sympathatic towards pregnant women). Just in case you don't know, CNMs actually attend formalized classes and most often begin as registered nurses. They also normally work in birthing centers or hospitals. Lay midwives (those that do home births) train as an apprentice to another lay midwife. State laws are tricky when it come to practicing as a lay midwife. You've taken the first step to pursuing your career - research. If you do decide to go for it, don't give up. I have a year left of undergraduate studies before I apply to med school. I am ready to throw away all of my dreams for motherhood but I know that if I don't continue, I'll regret it later. I just hope that it won't be to difficult with a little one running around! I wish you the best of luck!

At Wed, 5 Feb 2003, Amanda wrote: >
>Hi there,
>
>I'm really drawn to the practice of midwifery. I'm 31, have a 4 yr
>degree in an unrelated field and no premed experience. Am I too old to
>begin the process of training? - I understand it could take around 8 yrs
>to get a CNM. Also, is there anyplace for midwives in today's
>healthcare environment? My local 800-lb gorilla got rid of almost all of
>them, but has since started hiring back. I know these are big
>questions, just looking for general thoughts.
>
>Thanks!
>
>--
>Amanda
>

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