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Racism and Unexpected Consequences
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.
When Traditions Perpetuate Tragedy
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.
Why Protecting a Mother's Health is so Important
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.
Tracing the Path of Brave Hearts
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.
A Modern Day Midwife Leader
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.
From Transformation to Reinvention
From Transformation to Reinvention
by Deborah McBain | April 10, 2017
Deborah McBain recalls the early inspirations that led a dear friend into midwifery.
What Time Cannot Erase
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.
Truths and Lessons Learned from Being a Midwife
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.
The World Intrudes on Birth
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.