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Midwifery 101

If you had told me when I was growing up that I would be a Nurse-Midwife, I wouldn’t have believed you.  But now, after practicing midwifery for 6 years, I can’t imagine doing anything else.  When people find out you are a midwife there is a certain look that you get.  And then you inevitably [...]

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A day in my shoes in West Africa: Stories from a Midwife

In honor of National Midwifery Week, we met up with Paige McDaniel, one of HealthNet’s many excellent midwives! Paige recently traveled to Liberia, West Africa to conduct a needs assessment and help nursing staff in Liberia update protocols. Check out Paige’s incredible story about her trip to West Africa and delivering twin baby boys! Q: Tell [...]

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Views from a Midwife: Your birth experience is YOURS!

In honor of National Midwifery Week, we got in touch with one of our own Nurse Midwives to get a feel for Indiana’s largest Midwifery program!  Lisa Glazik has been with HealthNet over 7 years and LOVES her job!  Why did you become a Nurse Midwife? Lisa: I was always interested in women’s health.  When [...]

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Fours are everywhere in March – What about FOUR great things about Health Promotions?

It’s the middle of March!  Meaning that the buzz of the town is all about “FOURS.” Which FOUR teams will make the FINAL FOUR? The excitement of the FIRST FOUR teams playing today and tomorrow. And, all this talk may remind you of the FANTASTIC FOUR! BUT!! Don’t forget FOUR great things about our Health [...]

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