Midwifery Legislation in Utah | Holly Richardson

Up until 2005, it was illegal (as it still is in most states) for a home birth midwife to safely practice. Listen to the story behind the groundbreaking legislation changes that led to the rights of Utah women to birth wherever and with whomever they please.

-Four Types of Midwives 1:14
-Utah’s History with Midwives 4:02
-Regulations for Midwives and Homebirth 9:45
-Midwives in the Medical Community 12:06
-Finding the Right Midwife 15:09
-Opposition to Legalizing Midwifery in Utah 16:13
-Changing Legislator’s Minds 20:11
-Milestones for Legislation in Midwifery 27:26
-Current Legislation About Birth Center Licensure 33:42
-Hurdles to Overcome in Legalization 40:10
-Influence of Home Birth Community 44:15
-Benefits of Midwifery in Birth 50:21

“As moms get more informed about what their options are, then they can drive the change as well.” 45:30

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