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Let’s Talk About Spina Bifida

by Michelle Collins | April 17, 2025

I was unprepared for the couple who relinquished their baby born with spina bifida, one of several types of birth defects categorized as neural tube defects.

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Mental Health & Perinatal Care

by Michelle Collins | April 10, 2025

I was elated to see perinatal mental health the spotlight of this episode. Historically, this is an issue and a population that has received far too little attention.

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Once a C-Section, Always a C-Section (?)

by Michelle Collins | April 03, 2025

We have become accustomed to great season openers in the past, and this one was no exception. I am focusing this blog entry on the storyline with the pregnant woman who had a prior cesarean section.

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Courageous Women

by Michelle Collins | May 09, 2024

The season finale included many emotionally compelling storylines, specifically the reveal of Millicent Higgins and her long-concealed secret past.

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Home Births vs. Hospital Births

by Michelle Collins | May 02, 2024

Whether mothers decide to give birth at home or in hospitals, they should access to healthcare that supports their decision and promotes safety in all birth settings.

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Hallmarks of Midwifery Care

by Michelle Collins | April 25, 2024

In addition to overseeing births, midwives also provide primary care services to their patients. Above all, midwifery care prioritizes the patients' fully-informed consent.

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Childhood Incidents

by Michelle Collins | April 19, 2024

Episode 5 shined a light on two commonly occurring childhood incidents – near drowning and retinoblastoma.

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Work-Life Balance For Midwives

by Michelle Collins | April 11, 2024

Episode 4 highlights the ever-present struggle midwives have with carrying out their professional responsibilities along with showing up for family.

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Not Taking Things for Granted

by Michelle Collins | April 04, 2024

While many parents try to plan for everything before giving birth, sometimes they are handed unexpected surprises that are beyond their control.

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