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Supporting Midwives: How Midwives for Midwives Helps the Community

Midwives play an essential role in the healthcare system, particularly in maternal health. From providing personalized care to ensuring safe deliveries, their contributions extend far beyond the birth room. However, midwives face many challenges in their work, from limited resources to lack of support, especially in underserved areas. That’s where organizations like Midwives for Midwives […]

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The Role of Midwives in Maternal Health: Advocating for Better Care

Maternal health is a critical issue that affects women worldwide, and the role of midwives in providing care to expectant mothers cannot be overstated. Midwives are highly trained professionals who play an essential part in supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Their knowledge, expertise, and holistic approach to care have made them

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Why Midwives for Midwives is Essential for Birth Professionals’ Mental Health

Midwifery is one of the most rewarding professions, but it is also one of the most demanding. The responsibility of caring for mothers and babies during one of the most significant events in their lives is both a privilege and a tremendous challenge. Midwives often work long hours, manage intense emotional situations, and deal with

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How Midwives for Midwives is Empowering Birth Professionals Worldwide

Midwifery is one of the most crucial and rewarding professions in the world, yet it is often underappreciated, under-resourced, and overlooked. Midwives are at the forefront of maternal and neonatal care, offering support, expertise, and compassion to mothers during one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. However, the challenges faced by birth professionals

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Creating a Positive Environment for Midwives: Best Practices for Peer Support

Midwifery is a rewarding yet demanding profession. Midwives are the trusted caregivers who provide crucial support to women and families through pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. However, the emotional and physical demands of midwifery can lead to burnout, stress, and even isolation if support systems are not in place. One of the most powerful

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Why Midwives Need Midwives: Supporting Each Other in the Birth Community

Midwifery is a rewarding yet often demanding profession. Midwives dedicate their careers to providing personalized care for expectant mothers, supporting them through one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. However, the work is not without its challenges. Long hours, emotional and physical demands, and the responsibility of ensuring safe deliveries can leave midwives

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Midwives Supporting Midwives: Creating Stronger Communities and Networks

Midwifery is a deeply rewarding profession that is rooted in compassion, knowledge, and dedication. Midwives provide essential care to mothers and babies, guiding them through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. However, the demands of this profession can also be emotionally and physically taxing. The responsibility of supporting families during some of the most important moments in

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The Importance of Peer Support in the Midwifery Profession

Midwifery is a challenging and rewarding profession that plays a pivotal role in maternal and infant health. Midwives provide compassionate care to expectant mothers, offering physical, emotional, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. However, the demanding nature of the job—coupled with the emotional and physical strain—can sometimes leave midwives feeling isolated or overwhelmed.

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Baby Catcher

This story just in from MFM placement student Emily Welch. It’s true, I’m officially a baby catcher. I delivered my first baby yesterday, June 2nd, at 1:11 am. This is how the story goes: Maria Luisa, who isn’t due for another three weeks (but Odilia predicted she would go early) called Odilia with contractions. When

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MFM Home Stay Student Shares Her Stories: Living with Midwives Blog

We are excited to share with you a blog written by a current homestay student in Guatemala! Caitlin Heermans shares her adventures in midwifery, stories of birth, photos and thoughts in her blog; ‘Living with Midwives’, written from the aldea of San Jose Calderas, Guatemala and updated each week. Below an excerpt and short teaser; “On

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