As a parent, you want to find the most reliable information about your pregnancy and the birth of your baby. But looking for information on the Internet can be like driving without a map. How can you avoid getting lost? How can you get there quickly and efficiently? And how do you know that you can trust what you read?

The Parents Channel is here to help. It's going to be a place where you can find all the information that you need in order to decide if The Midwives Model of Care (tm) is the right one for you.

We'll cover the topics you really want to know about: How does the Midwives Model of Care work? What does the research say about it? What kind of parents choose the Midwives Model of Care? How can you decide if it's right for you? How can you find a midwife in your area? We'll give you an honest look at the latest news and research, as well as provide you with a detailed guide to finding further information on the Web and in print.

But the Parent Channel is much more than an information clearinghouse. It's a community, where you'll be able to talk with other parents and with birth professionals. Pull up a chair, pour a mug, and share your ideas and concerns. Ask your questions. Tell your baby stories! The best way to answer questions is to ask them, and the Parents Channel will give you the chance to ask what you want, when you want. No matter the time of day, we'll be here for you.

We hope that you'll find that the Parents Channel is a friendly place to be, easy to access, and full of information you can trust: personal, practical, and professional.