Mission Statement
The purpose of Birth Network of Cleveland is to advocate for health, safety, and informed options in childbearing. Birth Network of Cleveland supports the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative, a wellness model of maternity care issued by the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services
(CIMS), a group of individuals and national organizations with concern
for the care and well-being of mothers, babies, and families.
About Us
As a chapter of BirthNetwork National,
we are a consumer led nonprofit organization dedicated to educating women and families of their birth options through support, outreach and activism.
Our Goals
~ Empower women to take back their birth process.
~ Educate all women without exclusion.
~ Reach out with open and non-judgmental communication.
~ Promote healthier and gentler birth processes.
~ Create change in modern maternity care practices that are both mother and baby friendly.
Committee Members:
Audrey John Melzer
Katy Maistros
Jessica Surdam
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