Posts from Deborah McBain

Racism and Unexpected Consequences

by Deborah McBain | May 15, 2017

Deborah McBain writes about the daughter of parents who could not write the rules of life but taught that daughter optimism, courage and resilience to deal with the challenges of a racist society.

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When Traditions Perpetuate Tragedy

by Deborah McBain | May 08, 2017

Deborah McBain discusses how cultural standards are powerful regulators of what is considered acceptable in health care.

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Why Protecting a Mother's Health is so Important

by Deborah McBain | May 01, 2017

What every midwife knows is that the ability of the mother to nurture, shelter and protect her child is directly related to that mother’s health.

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Tracing the Path of Brave Hearts

by Deborah McBain | April 24, 2017

Deborah McBain tells of a Modern Midwife colleague who's life's path showed her just how resilient, how bold and how brave hearts can be.

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A Modern Day Midwife Leader

by Deborah McBain | April 17, 2017

Deborah McBain reflects on the personality traits and decisions that turn a Modern Midwife into a strong leader.

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From Transformation to Reinvention

by Deborah McBain | April 10, 2017

Deborah McBain recalls the early inspirations that led a dear friend into midwifery.

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What Time Cannot Erase

by Deborah McBain | April 03, 2017

Deborah McBain reflects on more than 20 years of Midwifery, and the struggles of giving up the role of health care provider to become the care receiver.

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Truths and Lessons Learned from Being a Midwife

by Deborah McBain | May 23, 2016

Deborah McBain bids farewell to midwifery but recalls the lessons she has learned during this special journey of her life.

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The World Intrudes on Birth

by Deborah McBain | May 09, 2016

As an important chapter of her life soon comes to a close, Deborah McBain reflects on her time as a midwife and nurse.

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