The most effective ways of enhancing midwife wellbeing have been identified in a study, researchers have said. University of Bath (UOB) researchers have published a midwife-focused stress audit and a ...

The risk for preterm birth was lower among women in high-risk social groups exposed to community-based midwife care.

Shortage raises rates of maternity intervention, while improving access to care could potentially save 4.3m lives a year, say experts ...

Women who receive continuous care from community-based midwives have a significantly reduced risk of preterm birth in comparison to those who receive standard care. This care model also significantly ...

The vast majority of the midwives are continuing their careers in north-east England.

The word ‘midwife’ dates back to Middle English, but the role of midwifery extends to modern day. The term midwife originally referred to a woman who was “with” another woman giving birth, but now, ...

It’s a labor of love. Midwives have been caring for women for centuries — the roots of this work can be traced to the beginning of humanity. About 14,000 midwives now practice in the US. These ...