Midwifery

Every birth is unique, and so is every family. But for many LGBTQIA+ parents in Australia, navigating pregnancy and birth can bring added challenges. From being misgendered

Health professionals often witness a wide range of emotions in the delivery room, especially from dads and non-birthing partners. The first-time dad, visibly nervous, holding

At first, it seemed like normal morning sickness. But within days, the nausea became relentless. Getting out of bed felt impossible, every sip of water came back up, and daily

Midwives are essential birth partners, guiding an expecting mother through the prenatal, birthing and postnatal period, ensuring the health and safety of both mothers

Bringing a new life into this world is equal parts incredible and anxiety-inducing at the same time. It’s common to experience heightened emotions, uncertainty and vulnerability,

Every birth story is unique, and the journey to motherhood, whether for the first or the fifth time is a special one. The support and care provided by those around can shape

Despite experiencing a difficult first birth and pre-emptively lodging an ‘Informed Decisions-Birth Plan’, Grace* says her second birth experience resulted

Pregnancy is commonly associated with a decline in women's physical activity, but the benefits of exercise during the antennal period are considerable. And while midwives

Uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 has many Australians in a heightened state of health anxiety. So, it's unsurprising that pregnant women have experienced fears around

Fetal surveillance consists of a number

Hannah Dahlen understands the heartache of losing a baby at birth. The renowned privately practising midwife and mum lost two of her own babies, shortly after

There are 33,490 midwives and dual registered nurse midwives practising in Australia (according to data from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia). 

Australia’s privately practising midwives providing birthing services in the home have been unable to access professional indemnity insurance (PII) since the collapse

Caesarean sections are one of the most common surgeries in the world with rates continuing to rise, especially in high and middle income countries around the world.

Is midwifery the right career for you? If you’re interested in nursing as a

Midwifery is one of the health industry’s most rewarding careers – after all, you’re playing an integral role in the beginning of new life.

If you’re a midwife or a midwifery student, then you may

A Midwife's Role Is Special and Rewarding If you are searching for a career that's personally and financially rewarding and where no

Kara Blackburn, from Brisbane, joined Médecins Sans Frontières as a nurse/midwife in 2006. Following her first placement in Darfur, Sudan, Kara went on to work

What do you need to not only be a good midwife but to excel in your midwifery career? The key lies in getting back to partnerships with women and perhaps, most importantly,