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Nurse midwives have the monumental

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responsibility of bringing the next generation

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into the world.

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These Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

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conduct many aspects of gynecological care,

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from providing annual exams

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and family planning services

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...to prenatal care...

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to birth and delivery. 

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The job of nurse midwives

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doesn’t start and end in the delivery room.

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While they manage and treat

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some birth complications, 

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such as bleeding or lacerations, 

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they also provide care in the months

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before birth...performing examinations...

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monitoring the fetal heartbeat…

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and identifying the baby’s position and size.

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They record this information to diagnose,

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treat, and prevent issues that may arise.

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Nurse midwives also educate their patients

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about the expected changes throughout 

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pregnancy and birth, 

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potential symptoms to monitor,

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and about any procedures that

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their patient is considering.

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Nurse midwives may work independently

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through a private practice or on a care team

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at a hospital or birthing center.

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They may be needed at all hours to

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manage labor and deliveries.

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Nurse midwives must be strong

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in order to lift and position their patients,

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and may be vulnerable to back injury.

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To enter the field, candidates typically need

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a registered nursing license,

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a master’s degree, and certification.

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With these professionals, patients can

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rest assured that the future...

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is in good hands.