Midwife Life

Episode 06: Navigating the PEP Process

Hi!  Are you considering becoming a Certified Professional Midwife?  Or, have you recently started the PEP process?  Perhaps you've been doing it for a bit, but you are struggling. This podcast is for you!!  Roslyn discusses requirements for the PEP process.  She also explores easy ways to set yourself up for success and how to avoid delays in completing this challenging process.  

Episode 05: Considering a MEAC School

Are you considering becoming a Certified Professional Midwife?  If so, you may have heard or read about MEAC schools, NARM, NACPM, or a variety of other acronyms.  It can take some time to sort it all out. In this episode, I try to help clarify what MEAC is, why you might need or want to attend a MEAC school, and which schools offer a distance or low-residency option.

Episode 04: Finding My First Midwife Job

In this episode Kourtney discussed her personal job search experience and gives some actionable tips to help you in your job search. Finding your first midwife job can be a daunting task and somewhat intimidating. While every person’s job search is different it can be helpful to hear the sources and timelines along Kourtney's journey.

Episode 03: Types of Midwives in the US

This episode is for people exploring becoming a midwife or changing their current educational path.  Roslyn discusses the scopes of practice, educational requirements, and what to consider  when deciding which midwifery route is best for you.  The episode covers the 5 different types of midwives that are practicing in the United States, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Midwife, Certified Professional Midwife, Naturopathic Midwife, & Traditional Midwife. 

Midwife Life Episode 02: Women's Bodies & Conception

WARNING:  In this episode we say the word vagina a lot. Like A LOT! So, keep that in mind if you’re listening at work, in public, or around those that might be offended by repeatedly hearing the word vagina.  In this episode Roslyn & Kourtney talk about conception as well as historical and societal factors to consider when talking to women about the most intimate parts of their bodies. 

Episode 01: Preconception

Kourtney & Roslyn talk about what topics to consider discussing during a preconception visit. 

Episode 00: Meet the Midwives

Get to know a little bit about the hosts of Midwife Life. Kourtney and Roslyn share a bit about their journeys to becoming midwives and their vision for Midwife Life.

I'm a Chameleon

Take a break from studying and enjoy an original song by my niece, Ema Lutt.