ACOG Recommends Covid-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy
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ACOG and other medical associations recommend Covid-19 vaccination during pregnancy to protect both the mother and unborn child.
American College of Nurse-Midwives News and Analysis
About American College of Nurse-Midwives
The **American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM)** is a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing the practice and education of nurse-midwifery in the United States. Founded in **1955** in New Mexico, ACNM emerged to unify and professionalize midwifery, transitioning it from informal, community-based care into a nationally recognized healthcare profession[1][2]. It represents certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives, setting educational standards, advocating for midwives’ roles in healthcare, and promoting maternal and infant health. Historically, midwifery in America dates back to colonial times, practiced informally by women without formal certification. The ACNM’s foundation was pivotal in transforming the profession through standardized education, certification, and advocacy. The first national certification exam for CNMs, administered by ACNM, was held in **1971**, and the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB), established later, now independently certifies midwives[1][4]. This professionalization has helped integrate midwives into mainstream healthcare, especially benefiting rural and underserved communities by offering personalized, holistic maternal care[4]. The ACNM has been instrumental in key achievements such as establishing rigorous educational standards, promoting research, and advocating policy changes that expand midwives’ scope of practice. It has grown to over 7,000 members, reflecting its robust influence in healthcare policy and women’s health advocacy[4]. Despite its successes, the profession faces ongoing challenges related to racial disparities in maternal health outcomes and inclusion, which the ACNM is actively addressing through diversity and equity initiatives[5][6]. Today, ACNM remains a vital force in advancing nurse-midwifery as a science and art, bridging traditional caregiving with modern healthcare technology and policy. It continues to promote safe, equitable, and high-quality care for women and families across the U.S., positioning nurse-midwives as key contributors to innovative healthcare delivery in materna
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