There are two ABC events in September that you need to be on your calendar.  If they're not already there, get on it!  

On September 9th, the amazing Ina May Gaskin will be speaking at the University of Alabama--Huntsville.  For more information, head here.  

On September 25th, Alabamians from across the state will Walk for Midwives.  To find a location near you and to pre-register for the event, head here.  

We look forward to seeing you and working together to advance maternity care options in the state of Alabama.

Babypalooza, Birmingham's FREE maternity and baby expo, will be in Birmingham this weekend on Saturday, August 28th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Metro Church of God in Hoover.  More info here.  Stop by the ABC table and say hi!

Ina May Gaskin, the world's most renowned and respected midwife, will be speaking in Huntsville on the campus of University of Alabama--Huntsville. This is a FREE event! 

Ina May, who has authored several of the world's bestselling books on the topic, including Ina May's Guide to Childbirth and Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding, was recently awarded the title of Honorary Doctorate from Thames Valley University in London, England for her work in midwifery and promotion of natural childbirth worldwide. 

Ina May will speak on September 9th at UAH's Chan auditorium at 6:30 p.m.

For more information about Ina May and her work, please visit www.inamay.com.

WHNT of Huntsville took time after Wednesday's debate to ask Bradley Byrne and Robert Bentley their stances on legalizing Certified Professional Midwives in the state of Alabama.  Head on over to the WHNT website to hear their responses and make your call.  Much thanks to WHNT for their coverage of this issue, which is of such critical importance to so many families in Alabama--especially during an election year.  

We are very grateful to the women who have stepped up and offered to coordinate walks in eight cities!  Way to go! This is twice as many walks as last year. 

Please note that we have had to change the date again to avoid conflict with local events and football games.  All walks will take place on Saturday, September 25th.  Save the date!

If you would like to help with a walk near you, please contact Susan @ albirthnorth[at]gmail[dot]com.

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