Hello,

I’m voicing my concerns for Birthing Parents in VA. I love that parents have birthing options but for the homebirth option to be safer and more utilized option, Midwives need access and the approval to give life saving medications. All births are complete different. What works for one birthing parent may not work for another. To keep the risks down, as well as emergency expenses, it is imperative that Midwives have the ability and authority to administer life saving medications. The ability to administer the standard medications and vaccines that a Dr can would bridge the healthy access health gap in many families! Virginia needs to approve Midwives carrying and administering medications and vaccines as needed.  Thank you for your time.