Coalition for Improving Maternity Services

The Coalition for Improving Maternity Services (CIMS) is an organization focused on enhancing maternity care in the United States. It brings together healthcare professionals, consumers, and advocates to promote safe, respectful, and evidence-based care for expectant mothers. CIMS works to educate the public, influence policies, and support practices that improve maternal and newborn outcomes. They advocate for informed choices in childbirth and aim to empower women to have positive birth experiences. Their initiatives include the “Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative,” which sets guidelines for facilities that support optimal maternity care.