Scaling Up and Sustaining Midwifery

“There are few leaders in the American maternal health system that I respect and admire more than Ginger and Lesley. They have improved the wellbeing of countless moms and babies, not only through their own clinical practices, but through building professional bridges and laying the foundation for how midwives and physicians, birth centers and hospitals, can and should work together.”

“Ginger has been my ideal model of professional midwifery for over 20 years... It was Ginger’s wisdom and professional demeanor, tireless research into best practices and seasoned leadership that made the practice a success... She combines a unique mix of experience, warmth, intelligence, practicality and passion which she brings to every project to which she commits.”

“As a new graduate CNM working with a hospital who has never had a midwife before I had no clue where to start the negotiating process. Grow Midwives was able to break the contract down and explain what it was saying. They provided me with suggestions on what to ask for in the original contract review. When I met with Ginger for 1:1 coaching she was able to talk me through the things I wanted and how to ask for them. With their help I was able to negotiate $50,000 in student loan repayment, a $35,000 increase in salary, non-compete clause from 3 years to 1 year, and an increase in sign on bonus that is forgiven after 2 years. Even after the 1:1 coaching and contract review Ginger has answered any questions I have had with no extra charge. Had I not worked with them I would have been miserable in that first contract and may have even left midwifery all together because of it. If you are questioning your contract or whether it is worth the money to meet with them don’t question anymore. It has been totally worth it!”

“Consulting with Ginger has been a blessing. At the time that I heard about Grow Midwives, I was being promoted to Director of Midwifery Service at my practice. As young Midwife, it was important to me that I equip myself with the tools and the mentorship to shape myself as a leader who could make our service thrive. After my first meeting with Ginger, I felt motivated, empowered, and informed about the next steps I needed to make in order to emerge as a leader in my department while expanding the reach of our service! Truly looking forward to future meetings with Ginger soon.”