Meet the Leadership: Liza Mordkovich, ICAN of Manhattan
ICAN is excited to announce our newest Chapter Leader! “I believe every birthing person should have access to accurate information and support and be able to explore birth choices.” – Liza Mordkovich, ICAN of Manhattan How did you find out about ICAN? I contacted ICAN when I was going for a VBAC. Please tell […]
Meet the Leadership: Katherine Anderson
ICAN is excited to announce our newest Chapter Leader! “I love to listen to women sharing their birth stories and I fully believe in the transformative experience of being heard when you tell your story.” – Katherine Anderson, ICAN of Westchester Please share a little about yourself. I have a been a musician all my life […]
Meet the Leadership: Dedra Staka
ICAN is excited to announce our newest Chapter Leader! “I strongly believe it is possible for women to VBAMC, and they have the right to make informed decisions as I did with my HBA3C.” – Dedra Straka, ICAN of the Capital District (NY) Please share a little about yourself. I have a Bachelor of Arts […]
Meet the Leadership: Melissa Wood, ICAN of Grand Rapids
ICAN is excited to announce our newest Chapter Leader! “Your body is your own and you are entitled to what happens to and with it. Women are too often treated as if they have less rights for their body while it is carrying life. Every woman has the right to informed, consensual care during their […]
Meet the Leadership: Kimberly Thoner, ICAN of San Diego
ICAN is excited to announce our newest Chapter Leader! “I wish people knew how long ICAN has been around and that all birth stories are welcomed!” – Kimberly Thoner, ICAN of San Diego Please tell us a little about yourself. I have two kids and have been married for five years. I enjoy spending time […]
Meet the Leadership: Chelsea Boothe, ICAN of Birmingham
ICAN is excited to announce Chelsea Boothe as our newest Chapter Leader! “A cesarean can affect you far longer than just the day you give birth. Many women are good candidates for VBAC and should have that as a safe birthing option.” – Chelsea Boothe, ICAN of Birmingham Please tell us a little about yourself! […]
Meet the Leadership: Jillisa Kraemer, ICAN of the Twin Ports
ICAN is excited to announce Jillisa Kraemer as our newest Chapter Leader! “I wish more people were aware of ICAN in general, which I am thrilled to be able to help bring to fruition!” – Jillisa Kraemer, ICAN of the Twin Ports Please share a little about yourself. I am a wife and mother of […]
Meet the Leadership: Jody Swank, ICAN of Chattanooga
ICAN is excited to announce Jody Swank as our newest Chapter Leader! “Every woman has the right to know her options and make the best decisions she can for her body and her baby.” – Jody Swank, ICAN of Chattanooga How did you find about about ICAN? I attended a meeting with a doula friend […]
Meet the Leadership: Andrea Moonen, ICAN of the Twin Cities
ICAN is excited to announce Andrea Moonen as our newest Chapter Leader! “I’m excited to create a space where moms know they have the power to choose the best birthing options for themselves. I also enjoy meeting in person and supporting each other wherever we may be in our process.” Andrea Moonen, ICAN of the Twin […]
Meet the Leadership: Carolin Gharbi, ICAN of the Twin Cities
ICAN is excited to announce Carolin Gharbi as our newest Chapter Leader! “I strongly believe that the way a birthing woman is treated is so incredibly powerful to framing her experience. Respect, informed consent and empowerment should be the cornerstones of any birth! ” – Carolin Gharbi, ICAN of the Twin Cities Please share a […]
Meet the Leadership: Jessica Breslin, ICAN of Northern Duchess
ICAN is excited to announce Jessica Breslin as our newest Chapter Leader! “ICAN is not attempting to make women feel victimized by their birth experience. Instead, the organization offers resources to women who may be having a difficult time with the physical and/or emotional aspects of recovery.” – Jessica Breslin, ICAN of Northern Dutchess How […]
Meet the Leadership: Jeri Jones, ICAN of Tulsa
ICAN is excited to announce Jeri Jones as our newest Chapter Leader! ” I believe the option to have a VBAC is a human right and that providers do a disservice to their patients by not offering it as an option.” – Jeri Jones, ICAN of Tulsa What area does your chapter serve? Tulsa, OK […]
