My dissertation research explored pregnant women living at moderate altitude and how their sleep affects how they labor and deliver. My home for the previous 15 years was in Flagstaff, Arizona, elevation 7000 ft., where I was able to conduct my research in the same Labor & Delivery unit that I worked in for over 10 years. I am intrigued by the effects of altitude on pregnant women and newborns. Other research interests include postpartum depression, labor support, holistic nursing, and safety.
