AABC has issued a position statement opposing the use of the name “birth center” for a facility that does not meet the definition or requirements of a birth center, a model of care that has been thoroughly studied and evaluated over the past 40 years. Continue Reading
Given the recent presidential executive orders and proposed federal legislation and their impact on access to care for childbearing families, the American Association of Birth Centers reaffirms our mission, vision, and core values. Continue Reading
The AABC Nominating Committee seeks dedicated members who are passionate about the AABC mission, core values, and the families we serve. We aim to assemble a diverse group of candidates with a range of skills and professional backgrounds, including administrators, providers, and individuals... Continue Reading
Apply to present at the 2025 AABC Birth Institute in Porltand, Oregon this fall. Continue Reading
Twenty-nine member birth centers were recognized for their exemplary outcomes in the 2023 ACNM Benchmarking project. Each year, the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) asks CNM/CM midwifery practices to participate in the ACNM Benchmark Project. Continue Reading
The American Association of Birth Centers is developing a roster of consultant Subject Matter Experts (SME) from within the AABC community that will be able to provide technical assistance to states participating in the CMS Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) grant program. Continue Reading
The 2024 AABC Media Award was presented at the 2024 AABC Birth Institute to Jennifer Almanza, DNP, APRN, CNM, and her research team for their journal article exploring the impact of culturally-centered care in community birth centers. Continue Reading
During the 2024 AABC Birth Institute, Dele Ogunleye, MD, FACOG, was presented the 2024 AABC Collaborating Physician Award, in recognition of his dedication to improving birth outcomes and the midwifery-led birth center model of care. Continue Reading
Recognized for her efforts within the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Megan Warfield-Kimball received the 2024 AABC Public Advocate Award at the 2024 AABC Birth Institute. Warfield-Kimball's advocacy has made a significant impact on the field of midwifery and birth center care in the state. Continue Reading
In recognition of their groundbreaking work in birth center sustainability, Laura Wiegand, MBA, Rebeckah Orton, BS, RN, and Desiree LeFavre, CPM, LDM, received the AABC Professional Award at the 2024 AABC Birth Institute. Continue Reading
At the 2024 Birth Institute, we were honored to celebrate a group of dedicated professionals who are advancing the field of birth center care. These individuals were recognized for their outstanding contributions to improving maternal health outcomes and promoting sustainable birth center care. Continue Reading
AABC recently held elections for the AABC Board of Directors. The ballot included candidates for Director and Alternate Director. The election was close which is an indication of strong candidates all around. The membership elected the following to serve: Directors Amy Goh, PhD, CNM - Amy... Continue Reading
