It is very important to take this statement into account because stereotypes and racism still exist regardless of what women centred care truly defined as. The negative side to the model of care is not often mentioned but a serious issues such as this should be addressed in the scope of practice. In order to address these issues, it is important to understand the purpose of midwifery philosophy and how it guide to improve for a better care.
Philosophy concept of Midwifery: 800
Being a midwife means to be with woman, this includes underpinning the midwifery’s philosophy, work and relationships. Each individual philosophy all acts as a guideline which also supported by the NMBA (2006) competency standards and Page (2006) five steps in midwifery …show more content…
This step highlights the importance of recognizing every woman’s right to self-determine in attaining choice, to make informed decision for herself, her baby and her family which is part of the midwifery philosophy (ACM, 2017. This philosophy is supported by NMBA (2006) competency five, which emphases on assessing, planning, providing and evaluating safe and effective midwifery care. These connections all have similar goals of giving the woman choices in order for her to make an inform decisions. But, at the same time, assessing and providing the appropriate information for her in order to facilitate an optimal experience for herself and her …show more content…
Page’s (2006) five step of midwifery care provide the essential guide for midwives in order to offer the necessary care the woman needs. Understanding the importance of women centred care is crucial because through this model, midwives and women are enable to build a professional relationship that create a comforting environment for the woman. Being able to correlate midwifery philosophy with Page’s (2006) five step of midwifery care and women centred care gives an overall connection between these fundamental standards that midwives has to follow. Therefore, this indicates the importance of understanding the whole process of what being a midwife really means and the fundamental roles it has in providing the best care for the
Philosophy concept of Midwifery: 800
Being a midwife means to be with woman, this includes underpinning the midwifery’s philosophy, work and relationships. Each individual philosophy all acts as a guideline which also supported by the NMBA (2006) competency standards and Page (2006) five steps in midwifery …show more content…
This step highlights the importance of recognizing every woman’s right to self-determine in attaining choice, to make informed decision for herself, her baby and her family which is part of the midwifery philosophy (ACM, 2017. This philosophy is supported by NMBA (2006) competency five, which emphases on assessing, planning, providing and evaluating safe and effective midwifery care. These connections all have similar goals of giving the woman choices in order for her to make an inform decisions. But, at the same time, assessing and providing the appropriate information for her in order to facilitate an optimal experience for herself and her …show more content…
Page’s (2006) five step of midwifery care provide the essential guide for midwives in order to offer the necessary care the woman needs. Understanding the importance of women centred care is crucial because through this model, midwives and women are enable to build a professional relationship that create a comforting environment for the woman. Being able to correlate midwifery philosophy with Page’s (2006) five step of midwifery care and women centred care gives an overall connection between these fundamental standards that midwives has to follow. Therefore, this indicates the importance of understanding the whole process of what being a midwife really means and the fundamental roles it has in providing the best care for the