The Life of a CNM | Jennifer Krebs

"In today’s episode we talk with Jennifer Krebs, a hospital Certified Nurse Midwife. She discusses the particulars of her job, and we cover topics such as the importance of the midwifery model of care, providing options and accommodating clients’ needs and wishes, and how a CNM works with associates and patients to ensure a safe and positive birthing experience.

Intro: Daily Schedule/Routine of a CNM 0:42
Jennifer Chose Midwifery Because of Her Desire to Serve Other Women 2:46
Service Offered to Clients--Trying to Sympathize 7:27
Midwifery and Hospital Policy 10:45
Jennifer’s Practice 12:39
Clients’ Interviews and Accommodations 17:16
Improvements in the Medical Culture--Women’s Care and Empowerment 20:34
Distinguishing Between Pain and Suffering for Clients 22:18
Involving Partners in the Birthing Process 28:15
Preventing/Responding to Tearing 30:30
How Epidurals Can Change Cues 41:18
Dilation 46:37
Monitoring 50:54
Conclusion: Letting Women Choose 56:39

“It should be an experience that is memorable, and loving, and positive, and empowering, and there is a way for any woman’s desired birth to be that way.” 58:31"