Massachusetts CPMs in Action
Supporting Excellence and Innovation Safeguarding the Right To Normal Birth
Influencing State and National Policy Engaging CPMs as a Force For Change
Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of Certified Professional Midwives: Statement of Purpose
To build a more cohesive, influential, diverse and effective CPM workforce.
To Empower, connect, and support CPMs.
To influence state and national public policy about the value inherent in CPM care.
To share success stories, best practices, resources and learnings.
To provide educational opportunities for midwives and advocates.
CPMs in Massachusetts: Listing for Families
Coming soon...
Massachusetts Midwives: Lighthouses for Humanity
We thought the image of a lighthouse was particularly fitting for our new organization, since it is such an iconic image of Massachusetts, but also is a perfect metaphor for midwives, and CPMs in particular. An ancient idea, whose sole purpose is to shine its light brightly and guide people to the safety of its shores, that is still a necessity even in these days of ultra-modern technology. Like midwives, lighthouses don’t discriminate. They give of themselves freely to all who seek their guidance, standing tall and strong amidst the forces of nature, but staying grounded and in harmony with the world that surrounds it.
Our vision for the new Mass Chapter of the NACPM is to create an organization that will bring CPMs together, where we can celebrate our diversity and share our gifts, and lift each other up to keep our lights burning brightly. Collectively, we can create a brilliant beacon, steering Massachusetts toward better birth outcomes, and more satisfying birthing experiences for all of its citizens.
-Ann Kilroy Whitman, CPM, Mass Chapter of the NACPM