Creepy robot mom that gives birth is training future midwives
A childbirth simulator named Mama Anne is revolutionizing midwifery training by allowing students to practice deliveries in a controlled environment.
The demographic crisis affects midwives. Fewer births, less work
The decline in births in Poland has led to a surplus of midwives, creating significant employment challenges within the profession.
A Defense for Midwives
Experienced midwives shared their insights regarding challenging childbirth cases in Norwegian hospitals, addressing the evolving expectations of birthing women.
Birth Rate Explodes – This is How Hus Reacts
Hus is responding to a significant increase in birth rates by hiring additional midwives due to a notable rise in the number of births in its hospitals.
'Midwife recommended' baby carrier that's 'comfortable' from Lily Collins-loved brand
A new baby carrier from Najell, endorsed by midwives and celebrities, offers comfort and ergonomic features for parents and their children.
Potiguara midwives maintain ancestral tradition and pass on knowledge in Northern Coast of ParaÃba
Women from the Potiguara community in Northern ParaÃba are preserving traditional midwifery practices through the Asociación of Potiguara Midwives and Healers.
In Uusimaa, the baby boom is so intense that midwives are running out: this is how the evening goes in Espoo
Uusimaa is currently experiencing a significant increase in births, leading to overburdened midwives and hospital resources in Espoo.
Midwives: Women often do not know that they are entitled to our services
A report highlights that many women in Czechia are unaware of their rights to midwifery services during childbirth.
‘Midwives said it was a panic attack - two days later I was in coma and baby was dying’
A mother, misdiagnosed with a panic attack by midwives, suffered massive internal bleeding and fell into a coma, highlighting systemic failures in NHS maternity care.
New midwives 'having to work in retail and hospitality'
Newly qualified midwives in the UK are struggling to find employment despite existing staff shortages in maternity care, leading many to seek work in unrelated fields such as retail and hospitality.
Nurses and midwives to go on strike at major Adelaide hospital over wage claim
Nurses and midwives at Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide will strike over a wage claim for a 21 percent increase, amid a government offer of 11 percent.
Letter to the Editor. Give all women the same opportunity to give birth at home
The article advocates for equal support for home births for women in Sweden.
The government wants to expand the rights of nurses and midwives. What changes is the ministry planning?
The Polish government is proposing changes to expand the competencies and training of nurses and midwives to improve healthcare provisions.
Regions' Alarm: Several Cases of Complications During Births Outside the Healthcare System
Several Swedish regions have reported serious complications in newborns following home births without professional midwives.
Tasmania explores homebirths, AMA says focus should be making hospitals comfortable
The Tasmanian government is developing a public homebirth model to allow midwives to support women who choose to give birth at home, despite concerns from the Australian Medical Association about safety.
Midwives spot something unusual while nurse gives birth - now she has six months to live
A nurse in the UK has been diagnosed with cervical cancer shortly after giving birth, with doctors giving her just six months to live despite ongoing treatment.
Just a 'baby catcher'? Myths and truths about the midwife profession
The role of midwives has expanded significantly, involving broader aspects of women's reproductive health care beyond pregnancy, but many stereotypes about the profession remain in Latvia.
Georgiadis: Nothing will change for midwives, concern is unjustified
Georgiadis addresses recent reactions regarding potential changes to the responsibilities of midwives, asserting that there will be no changes and that concerns are unfounded.
Georgiadis' response to midwives regarding childbirths
Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis clearly addressed midwives concerning the recent issues related to childbirth in Primary Health Care, stating that no changes will be made to the midwives' duties despite published concerns.
Natural childbirth is removed from midwives – Intense reactions
The draft job description from the Ministry of Health is provoking strong reactions from midwives' associations, as it unjustly limits the role of midwives and removes their ability to independently conduct natural childbirth, especially in primary healthcare.
Being pregnant in a rural area of Andalusia: "We have to go to emergency services to be seen"
LucÃa shares her traumatic experience of pregnancy in rural Huéscar, Andalusia, highlighting the lack of midwives, support, and information for expectant mothers.
The Average Age of Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, and Midwives Continues to Rise
The average age of nurses, healthcare assistants, and midwives has been increasing, with significant proportions of healthcare assistants not working in their field.
Visits by midwives have disappeared for ten years. However, starting next year, they will be part of the covered care.
Visits by midwives, which have been absent for the last decade, will be reinstated as part of covered healthcare starting next year.