The Crisis of Midwifery in German Cities

Urban areas in Germany grapple with a severe shortage of midwives, prompting a call for urgent reforms in maternal healthcare.

#Midwifery #Germany #maternal health #pressure on midwives

Birth Trauma: The Silent Affliction in Maternal Health

Unraveling the hidden struggles of birth trauma: A deep dive into postnatal PTSD, its silent effects, and the pressing need for heightened awareness and compassionate maternal care.

#maternal health #Midwifery

The Pivotal Role of Midwives in Uganda's Remote Communities

In the vast landscapes of Uganda, midwives stand as beacons of hope, especially in remote corners.

#maternal health #Uganda #life matters #Midwifery #support midwives

Midwives: A Beacon of Hope for US Black Pregnant Women

Black women in the U.S. are turning to midwives for personalized care amid alarming maternal mortality rates.

#United States #midwife-led care #BlackLivesMatter

A positive sign for midwives at the Rotkreuzklinikum in Munich

The Rotkreuzklinikum in Munich is set to pioneer a significant change in their approach to childbirth. Known for its already expansive maternity facilities, the clinic is introducing a new midwife-led birthing room.

#maternal health #safedelivery #Germany

Overcoming Darkness in the Warzone: Childbirth under Mobile Phone Lights

Amid conflict in Sudan, obstetrician Dr. Howaida Ahmed al-Hassan performs Caesareans using mobile phone lights

#maternal health #WHO #safedelivery

Unlicensed Midwife caused harm and even death to patients

Unveiling the Consequences of Negligence: The Tale of Matron Gaga and the Regretful Hospital Owner

#safedelivery #life matters #midwife-led care #legal

Midwives and Homeopathy

General Misconceptions Regarding Commitment to Evidence-based Practices for the Well-being of Mothers and Children.

#midwife-led care #drugs #Germany

Midwife Shares Emotional Experience of Anonymous Birth at German Clinic

Midwife Christine Maek recounts an emotional anonymous birth, highlighting the importance of safe, medically supervised options for struggling mothers.

#safedelivery #mental health #Germany

Addressing Traumatic Birth Experiences

The Impact of Personal Preparation, Physiology, Treatment during Labor, and Maternal Mental Health

#midwife-led care #inpatient care #mental health

Midwife Lifetime Achiever Charity Salima: Over 12,000 Births, Zero Deaths

Malawian midwife Charity Salima has successfully delivered 12,000 babies without fatalities, founded Achikondi Women's Clinic, and promotes awareness.

#Malawi #midwife-led care #heroes

Midwifery: The Importance of Maternal Care and Support

Midwifery is a crucial aspect of maternal care and support, providing care and guidance to women throughout their pregnancy journey.

Black NHS Midwife Wins Discrimination Claim

Olukemi Akinmeji, a Black NHS midwife, has won a discrimination claim against her former employer, alleging mistreatment by colleagues due to her race.

Nurses and Midwives in Australia warned about OnlyFans content

Warning from Nursing and Midwifery Council of NSW: Posting explicit content on OnlyFans could harm professional reputation

#Midwifery #midwife-led care #legal

Corrina Parata: The Only Midwife on New Zealand's Rugged East Cape

Midwife treks through cyclone to deliver aid to pregnant woman in remote New Zealand community

Ukrainian midwives seek training from canadians for births in bomb shelter

Midwives in Ukraine are seeking training from Canada on how to safely deliver babies outside of hospitals, including in bomb shelters, where many women are forced to give birth.

Sharp rise in cases of Scarlet Fever alarms pediatricians

Scarlet Fever on the Rise in Germany: Doctors Warn Parents to Take Precautions and Seek Prompt Medical Attention

Movie on Midwifery in Myanmar: Courage and Creativity

"Midwives: Mut und Einfallsreichtum" is a powerful film that provides a window into the daily lives of people in Myanmar, particularly the midwives who are working to provide maternal healthcare in the face of challenges.

#midwife-led care #Myanmar

What it means to be pregnant in prostitution

This is a summary provided by an undisclosed organization helping prostitutes in need mixed with experiences from practicing midwives. It is a view on pregnancy in German prostitution, but most of it also applies to other countries.

#anxiety in pregnancy #midwife-led care #aCaseForSSI

Israeli midwives reveal techniques for pregnant mothers on how to deal with stress caused by rocket strikes

Although the recent rocket strikes in Israel have been far from constant, they have caused a significant amount of stress for pregnant mothers in the country. Many of these mothers are naturally worried about the safety of their unborn children. And babies are not waiting for a war to end before they get born.

#Israel #midwife-led care #anxiety in pregnancy

I wasn't expecting my first call to be an earthquake!

Midwifery in Afghanistan. New midwife’s first call:  Midwife Minaz Bibi accompanied her first birth after training in disaster area.

#Midwifery #midwife-led care #mobile clinics #Afghanistan

Midwives Burnout: Toxic Cycle of Staff Shortages and Resignations

One midwife, who doesn't want to be identified, has just handed in her notice after nine years in the role. She cites the demoralizing effects of the maternity sector as the key reason for her decision. Midwives are leaving the profession in droves, exhausted by burnout and rising pressure. 

#Midwifery #healthcare #increasing workload #support midwives #pressure on midwives