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Midwives Association of British Columbia

MABC is the professional association representing midwives and the profession of midwifery in BC.

03/08/2026

Everyone deserves access to safe, respectful, and equitable maternity care. Yet barriers to care still exist for many — especially in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate midwives for their passionate work on the frontlines to balance the scales of equity, and we reaffirm our commitment to advocating for systemic change, so that everyone has access to the care, dignity, and respect they deserve.

02/27/2026

Research shows midwifery care is associated with:

✔️ Higher rates of vaginal birth for low-risk pregnancies
✔️ Higher levels of satisfaction with the birth experience
✔️ Lower risk of preterm birth in healthy pregnancies
✔️ Increased likelihood of breastfeeding initiation and positive postpartum care experiences

Sources: Cochrane Review (Midwife-led continuity models), The Lancet Series on Midwifery, World Health Organization.

As demand for maternity services grows across the province, midwifery remains an established, evidence-informed model of care within the broader healthcare system.

Learn more about Midwifery in BC here: https://www.bcmidwives.com/about_midwifery.html

02/19/2026

Black midwives have long shaped maternity care in Canada, including here in British Columbia.

Recent research has helped bring forward the stories of midwives like Sylvia Stark in BC and Mattie Mayes in Saskatchewan, who supported hundreds of births in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Often called “baby catchers” or elder midwives, their work was rooted in African ancestral traditions and deeply responsive to the communities they served.

As childbirth became medicalized in the 20th century, midwifery was increasingly marginalized. Systemic racism disproportionately pushed Black midwives out of emerging formal systems, despite their training and experience.

Their impact, however, endures.

Today, Black midwives and birth workers continue to lead change, advocate for culturally safe care, and address inequities in maternal health outcomes across Canada.

This Black History Month, we honour their legacy and recommit to building systems grounded in equity, accountability, and community-centered care.

Learn more: https://linkin.bio/bcmidwives

Source: UBC Midwifery, “Recognizing Black History Month.”

02/16/2026

Family does not take on just one shape.

It's who shows up.
It's who listens.
It's those who give comfort and encouragement.

Midwifery care in British Columbia supports families in all their forms.

This Family Day, we recognize every version of family and the people who stand beside you through life’s biggest transitions.

Happy Family Day from us to you!

02/12/2026

Values are not just statements on a wall.
They show up in the choices we make every day.

At the Midwives Association of British Columbia, our values ground how we lead, how we collaborate, and how we support midwives across the province.

As a collective voice of midwifery in BC, we are committed to:
▶ Leading with strategy and long-term sustainability.
▶ Embedding equity and anti-racism into governance and decision-making.
▶ Collaborating to strengthen the profession.
▶ Engaging members with respect and operate with transparency.

We hold ourselves accountable to these principles in how we make decisions, support our members, and show up every day. This commitment guides our work as we strengthen and advance midwifery care across BC.

Learn more about the work we do at MABC using the link in the comments.

01/29/2026

January comes to a close, we take a moment to honour community, culture and belonging.

January marks Tamil Heritage Month in Canada. The first Tamils arrived in Canada in 1983 through government measures aimed at supporting people fleeing the decades-long armed conflict in Sri Lanka.

For more than 40 years, Tamil communities have helped build the Canada we know today through their courage, leadership and social commitment. From politics and health care to entrepreneurship and the arts, Tamil communities continue to enrich our society with resilience and excellence.

Canada is home to one of the largest Tamil diasporas outside Asia, and Tamil culture remains an important part of our shared identity. As we reflect on this history, we also recognize that people of Tamil descent continue to face systemic barriers.

In British Columbia, supporting diverse communities includes strengthening access to equitable, culturally safe care. Through the midwifery model of practice, families in all contexts, including newcomers to Canada, can access safe, individualized, publicly funded maternity care and connections to community programs and supports.

This work is supported through MABC’s advocacy and system-level efforts, and guided by commitments to inclusivity, anti-racism, anti-oppression, dignity, humility and ongoing learning.

Learn more about midwifery care for newcomers, immigrants and families using the link in the comments.

01/22/2026

Supporting a person’s choice of birth setting is essential to midwifery care.

In British Columbia, registered midwives support both planned home births and hospital births, within a regulated scope of practice.

Midwives work with each client to plan the setting that is both safest and most comfortable for their individual circumstances.

For some families, the ability to plan a home birth is a key reason they choose midwifery care. Others choose midwifery care for a hospital birth and ongoing support.

When a home birth is planned, midwives arrive with the clinical supplies needed to safely support labour at home. This includes essential birth supplies, medications, and sterile equipment.

Midwifery care is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to respectful, comprehensive maternity care, regardless of their circumstances.

Learn more about midwifery in B.C. and find your midwife using the link in bio.

01/15/2026

What does pregnancy care with a midwife look like?

It’s centered around personalized support and a strong, trusting relationship from day one. With longer appointments, your midwife has the time to care for both your physical and emotional well-being, offering comprehensive health services and 24/7 on-call support for urgent needs. By the time you give birth, you’ll feel truly connected and comfortable with your midwifery team.

01/08/2026

Midwifery is more than a profession. It's a calling.

It's about providing life-changing, continuous support that honours your unique journey. From the first appointment to weeks after birth, your midwife is a constant, trusted partner.

Midwives empower families, offering personalized guidance and care while fostering a community rooted in health, trust, and connection.

How has midwifery care made a difference in your family’s life?

12/23/2025

Season's Greetings from all of us at MABC!

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a bright year ahead. ✨

Please note, MABC will be closed from December 24 through January 4, reopening on January 5, 2026, giving the team time to rest, recharge, and return refreshed for the exciting year to come.

12/18/2025

Meet Chidinma, who is passionate about taking an evidence-based midwifery practice alongside building strong relationships on a foundation of trust. Her goal is to create a supportive environment where every parent feels empowered in their healthcare journey.

As she puts it, "I want my clients to feel fully supported and informed throughout their care."

We are so proud to have midwives like Chidinma in our community, providing thoughtful care across British Columbia.

12/11/2025

In BC, midwifery goes beyond care, focusing on continuity, informed choice, collaboration, and community-based support.

Midwives provide personalized, evidence-based care, and build strong relationships with clients throughout the childbearing journey. Whether you choose to give birth at home or in a hospital, midwives respect your choices and ensure you're supported every step of the way.

With 24/7 availability, midwives are there for you, offering compassionate care tailored to your unique needs. And the best part? Midwifery care is publicly funded, meaning it's accessible to everyone through the medical services plan (MSP).

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4370 Dominion Street
Vancouver, BC
V5G4L7

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+16047365976

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https://www.bcmidwives.com/, https://www.bcmidwives.com/supportbcmidwives.html, https://linkin.bio/bcmidwives

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