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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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      • Donna Scales
      • Rebecca Stein, MPA, LCCE, CD (DONA)
      • Rebekah (Reba) Anderson, CD(DONA)
      • Elizabeth Cano
      • Stephanie Powell 
      • Divine Jackson
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      • Britt Sando, CD (DONA), LCCE, IBCLC
      • Rebecca Stein, MPA, LCCE,  CD (DONA)
      • Donna Scales
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      • Kaitlyn Schoenfelder, RN, CNM, WHNP
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      • Erin Elsaesser, RN
      • Heather Jorgensen
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Events

March for moms

Join Us at March For Moms, May 14-15 Washington D.C.

Feb 7, 2017 (Updated: Jun 11, 2024) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Krystina Friedlander recently wrote a blog that clearly shows the direction in which ACOG is moving these days. The position statements and opinions of this influential organization are showing a greater understanding of the need to change the way we are caring for women during pregnancy, birth and early parenting. The ACOG Articles are Listed Below: …

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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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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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Improving Birth – Your Birth, Your Choice Rally

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

We are at a pivotal point in time. Women are beginning to recognize that much of the care they are provided during pregnancy and childbirth is not only unnecessary, but often harmful. They are beginning to understand that their babies are NOT better off for the medicalization of the birth process and now their own …

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Vaccine Choice: Stand Against Mandatory Vaccines!

Aug 24, 2015 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Now is the time to stand against mandatory immunization.   Most of us would choose certain immunizations at certain times, like during an outbreak. But we should not be forced by the government to medicate ourselves or our children. Our country’s infants are currently the largest group in our country without vaccine choice, followed by those …

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Join Us March 7th for The Exciting New Film Screening “Bought”

Mar 3, 2015 by Midwives Of New Jersey

Fearless Parent, Jeff Hays Films, Family Chiropractic of Lake Hopatcong, Paul Miller Automotive, the Midwives of NJ, Skyhorse Publishing, and the NJ Coalition for Vaccination Choice are proud to bring you the mind blowing new documentary film, BOUGHT, for an exclusive screening and Q&A panel discussion with several leading voices featured in the film. BOUGHT …

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Breastmilk – The Movie Screening

Aug 8, 2014 (Updated: Jan 7, 2015) by Midwives Of New Jersey

The Midwives of New Jersey invite you to join us for a movie screening of Ricki Lake’s new movie “Breastmilk”. With unexpected humor, with an unflinching camera, with some guilt and some pain, this film takes the unusual risk of examining what breast milk truly means. We are often told that breast milk is better. Better …

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The Midwives of New Jersey Are Hiring!

Mar 24, 2014 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Midwives Of New Jersey

The Midwives of New Jersey are always interested in speaking with Midwives with a commitment to providing excellent healthcare to women about joining our team.  We hope to expand our vision for midwifery beyond our own personal practice, and to leave a legacy to the generations of Midwives to come, by teaching our model of …

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Epigenetics Event: Why you should join us – Video

Jan 21, 2014 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Lisa Lederer

Here is a video we made with a little more insight into the benefits of joining us for this event. Register here for the event.

Read moreEpigenetics Event: Why you should join us – Video

“Do you want a boy or a girl?”

Jan 14, 2014 (Updated: Jan 7, 2015) by Lisa Lederer

“I don’t care, as long as the baby is healthy.” This is our response in almost all cases, even if we already have 4 daughters or 3 sons because we know that healthy children are the greatest prize in our life. And although health is a true gift from God, we cannot dismiss the impact …

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Epigenetics: How You Can Impact the Expression of Your Baby’s Genetic Potential

Dec 13, 2013 (Updated: Jan 7, 2015) by Lisa Lederer

What: This must-see presentation unveils new research that demonstrates how mothers can positively shape the health and personality of their baby based on how they manage stress and nourish themselves during pregnancy. Mothers have an opportunity to create healthier, more stable mental health for their babies long-term, as well as to reduce the risk of …

Read moreEpigenetics: How You Can Impact the Expression of Your Baby’s Genetic Potential

Childbirth Class Offered in Madison NJ

Nov 13, 2013 (Updated: Aug 14, 2019) by Midwives Of New Jersey

We are excited to announce that we will be offering our very popular Childbirth Class Series to those in or around  the Madison/Morristown New Jersey area.  Our Childbirth Class approaches birth as a healthy and exciting challenge and helps couples prepare both mentally and physically for the birth of their child.  This class is recommended for all expectant parents but especially first …

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New Childbirth Class Offered in Madison NJ

Nov 12, 2013 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Lisa Lederer

We are excited to announce that we will be offering our very popular Childbirth Class Series to those in or around the Morristown New Jersey area. Our Childbirth Class approaches birth as a healthy and exciting challenge and helps couples prepare both mentally and physically for the birth of their child. This class is recommended …

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How Your Baby Can Benefit from a Gentle Birth – Seminar

Oct 28, 2013 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Lisa Lederer

Babies are programmed through biology and neurology to be born and to attach to their mothers. Gentle Birth assists in a baby’s ability to carry out what it has been programmed to accomplish. Drawing on over four decades of experience, Barbara will explore birth and the first hour of life from a baby’s perspective and …

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Home Birth goes Mainstream; Alanis Morissette shares her home birth on Today Show

Sep 29, 2013 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Lisa Lederer

In case you missed it, the Today Show featured a fantastic segment on Home Birth on their #BornTODAY feature earlier this week.  The feature stated that while home birth only constitutes about 1% of total births in the U.S., births at home have risen 50% since 2004!  The Midwives of New Jersey are thrilled to …

Read moreHome Birth goes Mainstream; Alanis Morissette shares her home birth on Today Show

Keeping It Real: Motherhood

Sep 24, 2013 (Updated: Aug 14, 2019) by Midwives Of New Jersey

Motherhood is a journey. One filled with bumps, hills, mountains and valleys, and lots of surprises. Summer was ending and we were getting ready for the first day of school. We had new outfits picked out and laid out on beds the night before, fresh haircuts, an earlier bedtime, and lunches packed with notes from …

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Listen To The Midwives Radio Commercials!

Apr 18, 2013 (Updated: Feb 6, 2017) by Lisa Lederer

We recently did some radio ads on Star 99.1 and we thought we’d share them with you.  Take a listen below:

Read moreListen To The Midwives Radio Commercials!

The Hackettstown Midwives Announce New Name & Service Offerings (Press Release)

Apr 10, 2013 (Updated: Jan 10, 2026) by Lisa Lederer

After growing Midwifery services and pioneering Waterbirth in New Jersey for over a decade, The Hackettstown Midwives announced its new name today – The Midwives of New Jersey. While their name has changed, the Midwives of New Jersey’s services and commitment to serving families and providing the highest quality care remain unchanged. “Our new name signifies …

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