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Supporting families from diverse communities

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There are many challenges midwives are currently facing in the workplace. Supporting women from diverse communities may be one. In this article Faiza Rehman, midwife
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The National Bereavement Care Pathway

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In this article Marc Harder, Head of Bereavement Care & Hospital Liaison, Sands, explains the need for Baby Loss Awareness week. He highlights the inconsistency
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Black History Month – a personal view

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October brings the start of a focus on the important contribution that Black people have made, and are making, across society. In this article midwife
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How Midwives Can Support Couples After Pregnancy Loss

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There is currently minimal evidence around how couples’ sexual relationships are affected by pregnancy loss. Natalie Rosen Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor, Departments of Psychology
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Support for deaf and deafblind women in the maternity setting

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This week is International week of Deaf people, a time to bring the needs front and centre. However, Lesley Weatherson, midwife, nurse and specialist BSL
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International midwifery: why does it matter?

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The role of midwives is important throughout the world and there are increasingly significant opportunities for exchange of practice and resources. In the first of
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Patient Safety Now: safety II and maternity

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We all want to provide services and care that are safe and appropriate for the women and birthing people in our care. “Safety” has taken
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Caring for pregnant women with long term health conditions: call for research support

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Are you a UK midwife caring for pregnant women with two or more long term health conditions? A study is launched to investigate the experience
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Sepsis: what midwives and maternity professionals need to know

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September is sepsis awareness month. Sepsis is a serious condition, and one that can develop suddenly. In this article Professor Helen Cheyne, RCM (Scotland) professor