Governor Paterson, Please Sign the Midwifery Modernization Act!

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Beth Hooper July 20, 2010 at 5:21 pm: Dear Governor Paterson,

I am writing to express my strong support for the Midwifery Modernization Act (A8117B) and to urge you to please sign this bill into law.

Midwifery care is safe, cost effective, and associated with excellent outcomes for mothers and babies. This legislation will increase access to midwifery care for women all over New York State and it will not cost the state anything. Physicians and hospitals are happy to consult and collaborate with midwives without a Written Practice Agreement.

As an acupuncturist, I strongly support midwives because of the high quality of care they provide for their patients.

Beth Hooper, L.Ac.
157 East 86th Street, Suite 2B
NY, NY 10028
Meryl Ranzer August 2, 2010 at 1:24 am: Dear Governor Paterson,

I am writing to express my strong support for the Midwifery Modernization Act (A8117B//S5007A) and to urge you to please sign this bill into law.

Midwifery care is safe, cost effective, and associated with excellent outcomes for mothers and babies. This legislation will increase access to midwifery care for women all over New York State and it will not cost the state anything. Physicians and hospitals are happy to consult and collaborate with midwives without a Written Practice Agreement.

I found it very difficult trying to get a midwife for the birth of my son. I believe this bill will give families more options.

Sincerely,
Meryl Ranzer