Leila Forman, CNM

Languages

• French
• Spanish

Education and Training

Masters

Yale University School of Nursing, M.S.N/C.N.M

Academic Appointments

Teaching Associate, Harvard Medical School

Provider Philosophy

My fascination with pregnancy and birth began at the age of three. I watched with awe and inspiration as my mother pushed my baby sister into this world with the help of a midwife, and it was all I could talk about for a long time. In college, I was drawn towards women's studies in the sciences, humanities, and social studies, and as soon as I graduated (with a degree in French Literature) I trained to be a doula to experience first hand the world of birth. I was consistently inspired both by the power of the women who I attended in labor, and by the continuous compassion and support provided by the midwives taking care of them.
I graduated from Yale School of Nursing in 2008, and have been working at Mount Auburn in full scope midwifery practice ever since. I love being a part of this community and supporting women during the transition to motherhood.
Since starting my career at Mt. Auburn, I myself have become a mother. I have a husband and two wild young boys, both born into the hands of midwives, who take up the majority of my free time. When there is time I run 5Ks, knit, and enjoy spinning with friends. In my past life, I used to be a traveler and a photographer. I have traveled all over the world with my family and with friends, from Asia to Africa to the Arctic, and one day hope to return to being a globetrotter.

Board Certification

American College of Nurse Midwives