With major depression, there is a profound sadness or a sense of despair. The symptoms of major depression are defined as lasting at least two weeks, but usually they go on much longer. Other types of depression may have more subtle symptoms.
The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) is the national certifying body for candidates in nurse-midwifery and midwifery who have received their graduate level education in programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME).
Because of their professionalism and expertise, midwives are often part of a labor and delivery team associated with a local hospital. You can choose to use the services of a midwife whether you elect to give birth at home, a birthing center, or at a hospital. Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) : a midwife trained and licensed in nursing and midwifery. 2  Nurse-midwives must have at least a bachelorâs degree from an accredited institution. 3  They are also certified by the American College of Nurse Midwives. 4  Certified Midwife (CM) : an individual trained and certified in midwifery.