Health Equity Learning Community
Provider Knowledge Share
The Provider Knowledge Share page features recorded presentations from maternal health providers and community stakeholders highlighting diverse topics, innovative programs, and impactful initiatives advancing health equity.
Access each Provider Knowledge Share presentation below:
Perinatal Bereavement
presented by Pat Spier, RN
Approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage, and many families experience other forms of perinatal loss. Despite how common these experiences are, they are often misunderstood, and many care providers feel unsure how best to support individuals and families during these difficult circumstances.
In this recorded presentation, community maternal health expert and retired nurse Pat Spier provides an overview of perinatal bereavement, including key definitions, the range of losses that families may experience during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and common contributing factors. The session also explores prevalence rates, as well as disparities in perinatal loss and how these experiences can impact individuals, families, and communities.
Watch this video to deepen your understanding of perinatal loss and learn ways to support individuals and families navigating grief and heartbreak during pregnancy or after birth.
Understanding Midwifery Care
presented by Aiyana Davison, RN, CNM, WHNP-BC
Join local midwife Aiyana Davison, RN, CNM, WHNP-BC, for a concise 3-minute overview of midwifery care. Aiyana explains what a midwife is, the different types and certifications, and the broad scope of practice—hospital and out-of-hospital births, family planning, preconception care, menopause management, STI testing, and more. Ideal for providers who are unfamiliar with the scope of midwifery. Also beneficial for anyone exploring childbirth options or comprehensive reproductive health services. Watch to learn how midwives support individuals and families across the lifespan.
