A group of expectant mothers will be provided their childbirth education and MD visits during the same time.  Prenatal classes provided as a group with each woman stepping out into a private corner of the room for her MD visit.  All is discussed in the group setting.  These same mothers meet after childbirth.  Relationships are formed, support developed, and less expense for prenatal care.  Happier patient and family.  This is being done in other medical centers.  Has showen improved compliance with medical care and appointments, less calling the physician, etc. Take a look at this key note presentation at the last IHI conference in Dec. 2013.  Maureen describes this new childbirth model in about the middle of her presentation.  Worth listening to in an event.

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Key note presentation at IHI Maureen<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATaEgJsidJo>