Midwifery

inherently negative practices, in fact they are often incredibly necessary and lifesaving for both mother and baby, noting the differences helps to make clear where the major focus is within each model and can help someone who may be faced with deciding which model is best suited for them be able to make a more informed decision. The aim of this paper is not to discredit or erase the knowledge and capabilities of professionals who abide by a medical model or to claim that it is something that should be completely erased from U.S. society. It is to explore the midwifery model in greater depth and to offer its benefits and positives to childbearing women and their babies. Why is a midwifery model of care a more beneficial method when it comes…

Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The certification standards and certified courses of study are accepted by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). They develop the Standards, codes and guidelines required for nurses and midwives. When trained practitioners from other countries have a desire to practice in Australia they are assessed by NMBA. In addition to that the complaints and investigations of nurses and midwives are managed by NMBA. Finally, it is the function of Nursing…

A watershed signifies a noteworthy turning point. The events of the eighteenth century were key in shaping midwifery in many areas, and meant that this aspect of medical history was never the same again. Therefore for the reasons i am about to detail, the use of the word is appropriate and justified. Midwifery and childbirth were very different landscapes at the start of the early modern period. Childbirth was as a social thing, and until around the eighteenth century, women shared the…

developing interest in midwifery can somewhat be accredited to the fact they do one of the most important jobs in society. To bring a life into the world is truly remarkable which is why I find the work of a midwife to be one of the most admirable. I look forward to the aspect of being able to support, empower and care for women through varied stages of pregnancy. I believe that I work well under pressure and would thoroughly enjoy the challenges that midwifery can bring. I feel I possess the…

From a very early age, I have always been fascinated and captivated by how babies were delivered and I had the opportunity to witness this from my mother’s pregnancy at the age of 19. I had the chance to play a key role in my mother's pregnancy being with her at every stage from the first trimester to the third. Midwifery is a subject which gives you a purpose. It is a career path that gives a holistic understanding of human life. Being able to see how the midwives took care of my mother and it…

I have been inspired to study midwifery ever since I shadowed my cousin, a midwife, at a hospital in Pakistan. After that visit, I started researching the role of a midwife and realised the midwife is the lead person in providing advice, care and support for women, and their families before, during and after childbirth. I knew this would be the most suitable career for me as I would enjoy helping expectant mothers bring new life into this world. To explore more about midwifery, I had a great…

desperation to find myself a new career, which would lead me to satisfaction with what I am doing for a living. However, soon I realised with a support of my family and friends, who know me and my abilities so well that a role of a midwife would be the most quintessential answer to all my needs. I based my decision not only on a fact that I have been always appreciated an interaction and helping others but also on my fascination with foetal development, physiology of birth and postnatal…

My keen interest in midwifery came from being inspired by a midwife from the Eden team. Her friendly and encouraging nature, brought real comfort to me when I wasn't feeling my best, that experience has got me to where I am today, it gave me the confidence to be able to pursue my career in midwifery and one day become an inspiring midwife and give other women a positive experience throughout their pregnancy, birth and postnatal period. I understand that the role of a midwife is to provide care…

“…teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ” (ESV). In other versions the word “mature” is changed to “perfect” (NIV). The reader may understand that if a Christian is to present himself to God, he must be perfect, or excellent. Christ looks for a bride who is perfect and spotless for Him. He is waiting for the excellent ones to rise up and cry out to Him. Christians everywhere endeavor to be excellent in the things they do and say for Christ and to be a…

The purpose of this essay is to reflect on and discuss midwifery continuity of care and my personal experience of participating in the Continuity of Care Experience. This essay will evaluate benefits and challenges of continuity of care and I will provide details of my personal experience. I will relate this to professional codes and standards for midwifery care in Australia and reflect on what I have learned that I will take with me into my future practice as a midwife working within a…