It’s more than a moustache: men’s wellbeing in the spotlight
November brings a focus on men’s mental and physical health, and the growth of moustaches as a reminder. In maternity care men have often felt
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Childbearing with hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders
This week in October has been allocated International Bone and Joint Week, aiming to focus on the thousands of people who have Musculo-skeletal conditions. These
Supporting families from diverse communities
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
The National Bereavement Care Pathway
In this article Marc Harder, Head of Bereavement Care & Hospital Liaison, Sands, explains the need for Baby Loss Awareness week. He highlights the inconsistency
Black History Month – a personal view
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
How Midwives Can Support Couples After Pregnancy Loss
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
Support for deaf and deafblind women in the maternity setting
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
International midwifery: why does it matter?
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
Patient Safety Now: safety II and maternity
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
Caring for pregnant women with long term health conditions: call for research support
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