New Bill Could Change NC's Position on Midwives

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by Caryn Little
by Fox Charlotte

Story Created: Feb 27, 2011 at 5:36 PM EDT

Story Updated: Feb 27, 2011 at 6:11 PM EDT

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--The arrest of a North Carolina midwife is continuing to draw a lot of attention.  Police arrested Emily "Amy" Medwin last week in Charlotte for practicing without a license. 

She does have a national certification but since North Carolina does not license midwives it is not permitted here.  About 40 states do license, regulate or permit midwives. 

Supporters say women have a right to choose their car providers.  Brooke Atkinson says a state lawmaker is putting together a bill that would change North Carolina's position on midwives. 

Opponents say home births are dangerous for the mother and baby.  

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