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Lessons from Call the Midwife for contemporary midwifery practice

Paul
‘Call the Midwife’ is a TV series based in the UK, but has now become an international treasure. Relating the story of midwives based in the Poplar area of London it traces the history of midwifery from the 1950s, now reaching the 1970s. Samuel Todd, Consultant Midwife, Sherwood Forest Hospitals......
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Professor Tim Draycott (1964–2025): Celebrating a global leader in maternity safety

Paul
It is with sadness we bring news that Professor Tim Draycott, a recognised global leader in maternal safety died suddenly in November. Danielle Doyle, Strategic Communications and Engagement Lead, The Healthcare Improvement Studies Institute, University of Cambridge, shares some of his achievements. A new scholarship fund has been set up......
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How to help pregnant women and new mothers access free NHS prescriptions and support to buy healthy food and milk

Paul
Pregnant women could be missing out on help with the cost of NHS prescriptions and healthy food, milk and vitamins. Midwives and other maternity professionals can help provide support and point them in the right direction. The NHS Business Services Authority shares information about the maternity exemption certificate and NHS......
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Veganuary 2026: Raising a vegan baby or toddler requires careful planning

Paul
January sees the return of “Veganuary”, the annual not-for-profit campaign encouraging and supporting people worldwide to try vegan diets in January, and throughout the year. But is it possible to meet the nutritional needs of babies, toddlers and pre-school aged children on a vegan diet? Dr Vicky Sibson, Director of......
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