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Simulated Practice Learning for Midwives: A Solution to Placement Challenges? 

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Globally the shortage of skilled midwives is at a critical state. Across the UK the shortage continues, with pressure on placements to support an increased number of students. Hannah Tizard, Midwife, Educator and e-Learn Innovator addresses the new NMC report on simulated practice learning for nursing students and asks if......
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The Power of Midwifery Societies: creating lasting connections and harnessing the power of enthusiasm 

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It is of continued concern the pressure student midwives are under across the UK, trying to make ends meet while fulfilling all the course requirements. Midwifery societies have a role in providing peer support. Mira Waligora, part 3 MSc Midwifery Student, University of the West of Scotland shares how their......
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Undergraduate Systematic physical examination of the newborn- impact and effectiveness

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Systematic physical examination of the newborn (SPEN) has been included in the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Standards for Pre-Registration Midwifery Education since 2019. It is expected to be part of the programme, with students able to undertake SPEN at qualification. Sarah Milnes, and Lucy Bradley, Midwifery Lecturers, University of......
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Scotland Maternity & Midwifery Festival – Tuesday 26 November

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The Scotland Maternity & Midwifery Festival takes place on Tuesday 26 November online and in-person at Murrayfield Stadium. Bringing you the latest clinical and research innovations, Meet the Expert talks, careers and self development advice, networking opportunities and diverse exhibition – all to your door step.   Join us at Murrayfield......
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Do we want to change? – recent reports on maternity services 

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Over recent months various reports relevant to maternity services have been released. Dr Jenny Hall, Editor, Maternity and Midwifery Forum highlights points from the reports, encouraging us to use them to make change.   __________________________________________________   Over recent months, with the current transitions of government here in the UK sharing headlines......
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The role of the midwife in the new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programme

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A new vaccination programme to help protect infants against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has commenced. Greta Hayward, Consultant Midwife, Immunisation Division, UKHSA, explains the programme and the role of midwives in supporting women to make informed decisions and access the vaccine   ________________________________________ Most of you will have heard about the......
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Safelives – Ending Domestic abuse: the midwives’ role 

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  Domestic abuse in and around the perinatal period is of increasing concern. This is testified in the recent release of the latest MBRRACE-UK Saving lives-improving Mothers’ care report. Speaking on the Maternity and Midwifery hour this week, members of the charity Safelives-Ending Domestic Abuse will be sharing the importance......
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Making a difference, from midwife to parent & child foster carer

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Sometimes young, and not so young, parents require extra support in parenting. In this article, Kerry Williams, Capstone Foster Care Content Writer, shares how being a parent and child foster carer works and invites us to get involved.   _____________________________________ Have you heard of parent and child fostering?   We wouldn’t blame......
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Can dietetic-led nutrition education sessions support student midwives to have more meaningful conversations about diet during antenatal care?

Debra
Helping women and birthing people with nutrition in pregnancy is important for their wellbeing and that of the unborn fetus. Yet, there is little attention given to education to enable students to have meaningful conversations. Dr Julie Abayomi, RD, Associate Head of Medicine & Nutrition, Edge Hill University, who will......
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Personalised Care and Support Planning – Recognising, supporting and nurturing maternal health literacy

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The principles of Personalised Care and Support Planning (PCSP) have been embedded in maternity transformation in the NHS. Jennifer Pountain, Community Midwife for Cheadle and Bramhall, Visiting lecturer in Public Health, University of Salford and previous Population Health Fellow NHSE, challenges us to address health literacy as an aspect of......
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