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Domestic abuse in the perinatal period, and the importance of asking “the question”

Paul
The statistics around abusive behaviours during pregnancy and in the first 1001 remains at a high level, despite the knowledge of professional interventions for many years. The For Baby’s Sake Trust work with parents with previous history of abuse, aiming to break the cycle and prevent ongoing harm through generations.......
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Book review: Harry, Forever loved, Forever missed, Forever three

Paul
Kerry Annable’s HARRY: Forever Loved, Forever Missed, Forever Three is a deeply moving and profoundly human account of the life and loss of a young child. While not a conventional medical textbook, this work holds significant value for healthcare professionals, particularly those working in Midwifery, Paediatrics, Neonatology, Palliative care, Mental......
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You were held: a midwife photography project in complex safeguarding situations

Paul
There are many women who have struggles in their personal life that may ultimately lead to the risk of being separated from their babies. These are particularly challenging situations for all concerned and midwives are often at the forefront of providing support. In this project Gaynor Morrison, Senior Lecturer, Kingston......
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The Midwives’ Gospel: The forgotten women at the birth of Jesus

Paul
Did you know there are records of midwives attending Mary for the birth of the baby Jesus? Portrayed in art over the centuries, Professor Jane Salvage, Independent Nursing Consultant and Visiting Professor, Kingston University, London shares her fascination for these midwives and the publication of her studies in two books.......
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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......