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What Is a Midwife? — Policy at a Glance
Midwives, ob/gyns, and family physicians are trained to deliver babies in California. In California, a worsening ob/gyn shortage paired with hospital labor and delivery unit closures have generated urgency for expanding access to midwives.
Maternity Workforce Insights
This series of conversations takes a look at the critical roles of doulas, lactation professionals, mental health professionals, and midwives.
What Is a Doula? — Policy at a Glance
Doulas improve birth outcomes and advance health equity, especially for families of color. California covers doula care for Medi-Cal enrollees, but opportunities remain to further expand access to doulas.
Understanding California’s Midwife Workforce
Midwives are licensed clinicians who play a key role in the maternity care workforce. These snapshots present survey findings on licensed midwives and nurse-midwives in California.