Ultimately, the issue is not whether homebirth midwives are able to secure practice agreements, but whether homebirth is a fundamental right and not merely a privilege to be granted within the confines of the law. Of course we are disappointed, but not discouraged. It is our intention to go back and start again. Meetings are already set to begin. I'll keep you all informed as news arises.
Independence is crucial.
To all who may be interested, Last week two Mass. mw, Kathleen Maye and Allison Nash, were sentenced. They plead guilty to reduced counts of practicing midwifery without a license. This Thursday, March 20, there will be a rally in front of the Gov. Mansion to protest and show support for Kathleen and Allison. While both midwives are legal in their own state coming across the border to NY and attending women is illegal. It is illegal for all unlicensed DEMS and CPMs because the state won't give us the opportunity to become licensed.