Web Directory

» AIMS - Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services
   Campaigns for better understanding of the normal birth process and also provides support and information about maternity choices in the UK and Ireland. Includes articles, publications and a quarterly journal for members.
   http://www.aims.org.uk/

» American College of Nurse-Midwives
   Accredits, administers and promotes education programs. Also establishes clinical standards. Offers links to news, resources, careers, legislation and publications.
   http://www.acnm.org/

» American Midwifery Certification Board
   The national certifying body for graduates and accredited training programs.
   http://www.amcbmidwife.org/

» Association of Ontario Midwives
   Features resources and links. Provides a basic introduction, information on media, government and consumer relations, professional development and events.
   http://www.aom.on.ca/

» Association of Texas Midwives
   Promotes quality of maternal-child healthcare as well as providing information and support for members. Offers news, calendar of events and a searchable database of practitioners.
   http://www.texasmidwives.com/

» Citizens for Midwifery
   Volunteer based organization founded by mothers. Promotes citizen and consumer awareness. Includes the midwives model of care definition, resources, state by state analysis and FAQ.
   http://www.cfmidwifery.org/

» College of Midwives
   American College of Domiciliary Midwives home page. Provides information and links to other schools and organizations. Located in CA.
   http://www.collegeofmidwives.org

» College of Midwives of Manitoba
   Self-regulating governing body which maintains and ensures standards of practice. Also provides further information on registration, codes of ethics, educational principles and legislation.
   http://www.midwives.mb.ca/

» Colorado Alliance of Independent Midwives
   Advocates homebirth midwifery as an autonomous profession. Aims to ensure every pregnant woman within the region has access to care. Links to birth stories, news and skills workshops.
   http://www.homebirthcolorado.org

» Columbus Midwives and Doulas Club
   A club promoting and supporting midwifery, labour, delivery nurses and doulas who advocate for clients in the birthing environment and support childbirth options.
   http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/columbusmidwifesanddoulas/

» Connecticut Midwife
   Provides a searchable database by practice location or birth site. Includes links to services and other general information.
   http://www.connecticutmidwife.org

» Home Birth Association of North Dallas
   Association supporting home birth and midwifery. Information regarding monthly meetings and referrals also provided. Located in Dallas, Texas metro area.
   http://www.homebirthdallas.org/tiki-index.php

» International Confederation of Midwives
   A collection of 85 national associations from over 75 countries. Focuses on the worldwide advancement of aims and aspirations in attaining improved outcomes for women. Includes news, factsheets and a variety of other resources.
   http://www.internationalmidwives.org/

» Long Island Midwives.com
   Educational outreach service for nurse/midwives, childbirth educators and doulas practicing in the area. Includes a searchable directory, links to events, statistics and birth stories.
   http://www.longislandmidwives.com

» Midwife Associations Database
   A list of international associations, listed by geographical locations.
   http://home.comcast.net/~webmidwife1/

» Midwifery Coalition of Nova Scotia
   Works and campaigns towards integrating and funding the profession within the provincial healthcare system. Also provides articles, a chronology of the group and contact information.
   http://mcns.chebucto.org/index.htm

» Midwifery Organizations
   Provides an index of organizations with links and contact information.
   http://www.motherstuff.com/html/2midwifery-orghome1.htm

» Midwives Alliance of North America
   Organization which focuses on a mission to promote midwifery as a quality health care option. Offers news, definitions and resources as well as listing conference dates.
   http://www.mana.org/

» Midwives Alliance of West Virginia
   Provides education, support and advocacy to both lay and professionals.
   http://myweb.wvnet.edu/~omb00875/mawvindx.html

» NSW Midwives Association
   Aims to represent professional, educational and political interests, also to promote quality practice in maternity care. Includes links to events, news and education resources. Based in New South Wales, Australia.
   http://www.nswmidwives.com.au/

» National Association of Childbirthing Centers
   Offers a variety of information about birth centers to parents and health care professionals. Provides articles, a directory of centers and FAQ section.
   http://www.birthcenters.org/

» New York State Association of Licensed Midwives
   Supports the needs and concerns of practitioners within the state. Includes a mission statement, news, events and legislative updates.
   http://www.nysalm.org/

» New Zealand Midwifery & Childbirth Care - New Zealand College of Midwives
   Regulatory authority which sets standards of professional practice. Also provides information on education, registration, standards review processes and publications. Offers additional regional sections.
   http://www.midwife.org.nz/

» North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)
   Certifying organization recognizing and encompassing multiple routes of entry into licensed practice. Offers detailed sections on certification processes, professional accountability, policy and procedures as well as newsletters.
   http://www.narm.org/

» Ohio Friends of Midwives
   Promotes homebirth, the use of direct-entry professionals, and the model of care. Describes roles, routes to practice and membership information.
   http://www.ofom.org/

» Oregon Board of Direct Entry Midwifery
   Sets practice standards, administers exams, monitors peer review, and has the authority to revoke licensure and issue civil penalties.
   http://www.oregon.gov/OHLA/DEM/index.shtml

» Quinte Midwifery Committee
   Promotes the profession as an acknowledged and safe option for maternal-child healthcare. Further links to research articles, updates and an optional survey. Based in Ontario, Canada.
   http://www.quintemidwives.ca

» Tennessee Midwives Association
   Organization of practitioners, aspiring midwives, and childbirth educators. Offers continuing education workshops and quarterly newsletters.
   http://www.tnmidwives.org/

» The Midwives' Association of Washington State (MAWS)
   Non-profit organization that aims to promote public and professional recognition. Offers resources and a searchable database of practitioners .
   http://www.washingtonmidwives.org/

» Uganda Private Midwives Association
   Offers a brief listing of contact details, activities and areas of operations. Includes various links focusing on women's organizations within the area.
   http://www.wougnet.org/Profiles/upma.html

» Washington State Midwives
   Provides information for practitioners and consumers focusing on professional issues and women's health. Links include birth options, articles on decision making and a searchable database.
   http://www.midwivesofwa.org/