After working as a nurse I wanted to help improve maternity care in the United States in the role of a provider. My philosophy of care includes shared decision-making and respecting patient autonomy. When I am not working, I enjoy traveling, reading and spending time with my family.

I chose to become a midwife after an amazing physician-led pregnancy and birth with my first child. I asked my doctor how he managed to create an experience that was so patient-focused and his response was, “I worked with midwives right after residency and they helped me learn to listen”. Fast forward several years: I decided to make a major... Read More about Samantha "Sam" C. Weinhold, MSA, MSN, CNM

I knew I was passionate about pursuing a career in midwifery when I had the opportunity to study abroad and work hands-on in South Africa and Tanzania for five weeks during my senior year of nursing school. Shortly after nursing school, I started working as a labor and delivery nurse and fell in love with the labor process and caring... Read More about Megan T. Burnham, MSN, CNM

I’ve always known I wanted to work with pregnant people. My passion has continued to grow through my experiences as a labor and delivery nurse, certified nurse midwife, and mother. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring the area with my husband, kids, and Australian Shepherd pup.

I have always had a passion for caring for others and I knew that I wanted to be in healthcare for as long as I can remember. At an early age, I loved watching "A Baby Story" on TLC, and the idea that I could be a part of welcoming new life into this world started my desire to become... Read More about Megan M. Agardi, CNM

I began my journey to midwifery while serving in the Air Force as a labor and delivery nurse. I was captivated by the way the midwives cared for their patients, and I loved learning from them. After separating from the Air Force, my husband and I moved to Raleigh, NC and added our loveable black lab to our family followed... Read More about Lauren Hess, CNM

One of the most important women in my life inspired me to make a career out of caring for other women. My grandmother was a cardiac nurse. Seeing her care for her patients sparked my interest in nursing, as I knew that I enjoyed helping people just like she did. After spending many hours alongside laboring women as a nurse,... Read More about Lindsay Lowery, CNM

I became an advanced practice provider because I wanted to improve health equity and access to quality care for the women in my community. I have always had a passion for women’s health, but I want to be more than just a health care provider. I believe the need to feel cared for and heard by their provider are priority... Read More about Melissa W. Black, CNM, MSN

After working as a nurse I wanted to help improve maternity care in the United States in the role of a provider. My philosophy of care includes shared decision-making and respecting patient autonomy. When I am not working, I enjoy traveling, reading and spending time with my family.

I’ve always known I wanted to work with pregnant people. My passion has continued to grow through my experiences as a labor and delivery nurse, certified nurse midwife, and mother. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring the area with my husband, kids, and Australian Shepherd pup.

I knew I was passionate about pursuing a career in midwifery when I had the opportunity to study abroad and work hands-on in South Africa and Tanzania for five weeks during my senior year of nursing school. Shortly after nursing school, I started working as a labor and delivery nurse and fell in love with the labor process and caring... Read More about Megan T. Burnham, MSN, CNM