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The Midwives Of New Jersey

The Midwives Of New Jersey

Serving Women, Honoring Birth

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      • Lisa Lederer, CNM
      • Jacqueline Candido, CNM, Director of Midwifery
      • Illona De Santis, CNM
      • Elisa “Ellie” Weatherbee, CM
      • Ileana Cooper, CNM
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      • Britt Sando, CD (DONA), LCCE, IBCLC
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      • Kaitlyn Schoenfelder, RN, CNM, WHNP
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      • Erin Elsaesser, RN
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What is a Midwife?

Jan 23, 2017 (Updated: May 5, 2025) by Midwives Of New Jersey

If you’re expecting (or hoping to be soon), you may be hearing the word Midwife — and you might also wonder: “Isn’t that, like, something from medieval times?” You’re not wrong that midwifery has ancient roots.  Many People Associate the word Midwife With: Instead Of: Midwives are modern healthcare professionals — highly trained, certified in …

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Setting New Goals: Breastfeeding Photography Project

Dec 31, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Have you ever imagined a really cool project for yourself but your busy life kept it on the back burner?  Most mothers would say this is the story of their lives! The daily grind, whether you are a stay-at-home mom or working mom, can keep you from expressing yourself creatively.  Try to scrounge up a …

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Top 5 Healthy Holiday Gifts!

Dec 14, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

As the holidays approach, we often wonder, “What can I give the people I love to really express that I care for them?” We want to find something unique, practical, something that shows our love and appreciation. Oftentimes the gifts we give and receive only offer short-term benefits such as a piece of clothing, a …

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Massage Away the Holiday Stress and Anxiety

Dec 8, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

It is the most wonderful time of the year, but among all the family and friend celebrations, there can be a rather large price tag attached! In fact, 6 of 10 adults suffer from stress and anxiety during and after the holiday season. As a result, muscle tension becomes more persistent. Symptoms associated with holiday …

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How to Make it Through the Busy Holiday Season with a New Baby

Dec 5, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

The holidays are an exciting time for all of us…a time to celebrate with family and friends, warm fires, delicious food and drink and many holiday parties. However, if you have a new baby it can feel extremely overwhelming. It may seem like you just got your little one to follow a sleep schedule, and …

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Why VBAC?

Nov 29, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Although the benefits and risks of vaginal birth versus cesarean birth are part of the Midwives of New Jersey’s everyday life, we recognize that most of the world never considers that they have a choice. They believe cesarean is performed only when absolutely necessary and that the complications of a Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC) …

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10 Holiday Pregnancy Eating Tips

Nov 22, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

The holidays are closely approaching, and the Midwives of New Jersey are gearing up for a busy month with lots of babies expected in the month of December. This is a wonderful time of the year to appreciate and enjoy family, friends and of course food! This season welcomes us with sweet temptations throughout our …

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Surviving the Cold and Flu Season Naturally

Nov 16, 2016 (Updated: Feb 21, 2025) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Cold and flu season is officially upon us. With a busy schedule knocking down your door, there is no time to be sick or to have sick children! The flu vaccine (also known as the flu shot) can be controversial. Alternatively, you can avoid getting sick this year by eating the right foods and including …

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Waterbirth Support Continues to Grow at Morristown Medical Center

Nov 11, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Barbara Harper from Waterbirth International wrote this blog regarding ACOG’s recently published opinion on Water Immersion and Birth in a blog on the website Science and Sensibility.  I am relieved to find that Barbara finds this opinion more favorable than the ACOG Opinion from 2014. Morristown Medical Center, Positive Waterbirth Data Since 2008 Morristown Medical …

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Chlorella for Preconception, Pregnancy & Breast Cancer

Oct 25, 2016 (Updated: Apr 7, 2025) by Midwives Of New Jersey

What is Chlorella? The Midwives of New Jersey currently recommend Chlorella vulgaris for several different purposes. Chlorella is a single-celled freshwater microalga loaded with large quantities of bioavailable vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin B-12, iron, potassium, selenium, magnesium, zinc, and calcium. The health benefits of chlorella include natural detoxification, digestive health, immune function, inflammation …

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The Midwives of New Jersey Grand Opening: A Celebration of Our 2nd Location in Madison, NJ

Oct 11, 2016 (Updated: May 21, 2026) by Midwives Of New Jersey

As featured in the Madison Patch  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Midwives of New Jersey Grand Opening: A Celebration of Their 2nd Location in Madison, NJ Madison, New Jersey – October 11th, 2016 – The Midwives of New Jersey celebrated the opening of their second location in Madison, New Jersey at 250 A Main Street by …

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3 FREE Social Outlets For New Moms

Sep 27, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

As a new mom, I felt excited yet overwhelmed by my new sense of responsibility.  The realization that I now had to make big decisions for my child was a bit daunting.  I desired to have the information and support to know what is best for my family while having the means to talk with …

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Hackettstown Regional Medical Center Closes its Obstetric Unit

Sep 19, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Hackettstown Regional Medical Center closed its Obstetric unit on 651 Willow Grove Road in Hackettstown, NJ after more than 40 years of operation. I think that is unfortunate for the people in Hackettstown and the surrounding areas because the nearest Labor and Delivery Units are Newton Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Saint Clare’s Health System …

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Lisa Lederer’s Speech from the Improving Birth Rally, Madison NJ

Sep 6, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

If you were unable to attend the Improving Birth Rally on Labor Day, we are publishing Lisa Lederer’s speech. Lisa Lederer’s Speech at the Labor Day Improving Birth Rally, Madison NJ Hi everyone. Thank you so much for taking time at this busy time of year to attend this very important event. The Midwives of …

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6 Tips for Your Fourth Trimester

Aug 21, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

At 9 months pregnant, most of my thoughts were on my upcoming birth. When would I go into labor? Would it all go according to plan? The rest of my thoughts were on not being pregnant anymore, especially when I got up to use the bathroom for the tenth time that night or when even …

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Want to Help Women & Babies Receive Better Maternity Care?

Aug 12, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Did you know that 9 out of 10 women in the U.S. receive maternity care that increases, rather than decreases, risks of harm to themselves and their babies?  Most people have no idea that U.S. maternity care practices are in crisis – decades behind what science says is best for moms and babies. Many women …

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I Love Cristen Pascucci

Aug 12, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Lisa Lederer

I love Cristen Pascucci. And I love every other person in this world who is fighting to Improve Childbirth for women and babies around the world. I really do. They share my same passion so I know that I am not fighting alone. Christen wrote the blog You’re Not Allowed To Not Allow Me  and …

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Whooping Cough in Newborn Babies

Aug 12, 2016 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Disclaimer:  The purpose of this blog is to educate and inform pregnant women in New Jersey.  It is not intended to create a vaccine debate and we will delete any comments that are anything but supportive to our client and her family. The time-honored rule of avoiding any potential toxic exposure that might interfere with …

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