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Register Today for the 56th Annual
Wisconsin Perinatal Conference

WAPC welcomes perinatal professionals from across the spectrum of care. We encourage nurses, physicians, midwives, doulas, quality improvement experts, public health professionals, lactation consultants, social workers, and more to attend. The 2026 Conference will take place October 12-13, 2026 at the Madison Marriott West.

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Update your membership status now to get the membership discount on your conference registration fee! 

Questions? Reach out to us at wapc@wiperinatal.org. 

The views and opinions expressed by speakers at this conference are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care (WAPC).

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Conference Registration

*Opens June 1, 2026

Registration Fees

Attendee TypeEarly Bird by 7/14Regular
Pre-Conference Activity: Stabilization Session-$20
WAPC Member$280$320
Lifetime Member
Student Member		$230$270
Non-Member$360$400
Organization Group Tickets (Minimum 4)-$340 per ticket
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Registration Policies

Early Bird Discount

Register before July 14, 2026 to receive $40 off the registration fees listed above. Registration and payment must be received by this date to receive the discount.

Registration Deadline

Register by September 22, 2026 to guarantee full access to all conference materials.

Recently joined WAPC?

If you purchased a new membership and plan to register for the conference using member pricing, please allow up to 24 business hours for your membership to be processed and added to our registration system. Membership records are updated Monday through Friday. If you are unable to access the member rate after 24 business hours, please contact us for assistance.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be received in writing.

Cancellations received:

  • Before September 1, 2026, will be eligible for a full refund minus processing fees
  • From September 1 and September 12, 2026, will be eligible for a 50% refund minus processing fees
  • After September 12, 2026, will not be eligible for a refund

This policy allows us to manage costs effectively, as conference expenses—including materials and services—are determined based on the number of registered participants. 

Refunds will not be issued for no-shows. 

Conference Schedule

*Subject to Change

Additional Conference Information

Hotel Accommodations

Rooms are discounted through our room block at the Madison Marriott West & Convention Center for 159.00 USD per night

Reservations must be made by September 21, 2026. 

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Continuing Education Credits

To claim your CME, CNE or CHES credit for courses completed during the conference, you must attend the full session and complete the conference evaluation within 2 weeks of the end of the conference. 

Continuing Medical Education

The Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care (WAPC) is accredited by the Wisconsin Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care (WAPC) designates this live course for a maximum of 14.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Continuing Nursing Professional Development

The Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care (WAPC) is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

This live course meets the criteria for a maximum of 14.5 contact hours.

Certified Health Education Specialist

Members of the planning committee are finalizing the sessions in this program that will be designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) credit. Sessions available for credit will be noted in the descriptions.

Continuing Education for Social Workers

This program has been approved by the National Association of Social Workers, Wisconsin Chapter for a maximum of 11.0 hours of credit. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with their participation in the activity. 

Callon Leonard Award

The WAPC Callon-Leonard Award, named in honor of its founders Helen F. Callon, RN, CNM, and Thomas A. Leonard, MD, is the highest individual recognition bestowed annually by WAPC. This prestigious award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to perinatal care in the State of Wisconsin. Nominations for this esteemed award are open to all, and individuals are encouraged to nominate themselves or someone they believe fits this description. By acknowledging the outstanding efforts in perinatal care, WAPC aims to celebrate and inspire continued excellence in the field.

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Planning Committee

Get Involved: Conference Planning Committee & Abstract Reviewers

WAPC is seeking perinatal professionals to support the planning of our Annual Conference by serving on the Conference Planning Committee and/or as an abstract reviewer. Volunteers help shape conference content by reviewing breakout session and poster abstract submissions and ensuring sessions are timely, relevant, and aligned with WAPC’s mission to advance equitable, evidence-based perinatal care. This is a meaningful opportunity to share your expertise, collaborate with colleagues across Wisconsin, and support high-quality perinatal education.

Join the Planning & Review Team