How one First Nation hopes to bring birthing back to the community and improve outcomes

Opaskwayak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba is concerned about an uptick in miscarriages, so it is working to support pregnant women better. One goal is to hire midwives so women don't have to travel to bigger cities when they are due.

How one First Nation hopes to bring birthing back to the community and improve outcomes
Two women in ribbon skirts sit side by side on a couch.

Opaskwayak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba is concerned about an uptick in miscarriages, so it is working to support pregnant women better. One goal is to hire midwives so women don't have to travel to bigger cities when they are due.