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When did it change – the public discourse about maternity and midwifery?

Debra
The narrative has changed, and midwifery is struggling to make its voice heard writes Neil Stewart, Editorial Director, Maternity and Midwifery Forum and MATFLIX. What is going on and how do we reverse the trend? _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ When did it change – the public discourse about maternity and midwifery? Under pressure.......
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Extraordinary review to extraordinary: improving student experience at Bangor University

Debra
Midwifery globally is currently facing immense pressures. In this environment midwifery educators still must work with practice environments to develop and support students to become the midwives of the future.  In this article Sheila Brown, midwifery lecturer, Julie Roberts, Midwifery Course Director, and Emily Ford, newly qualified midwife, all from......
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Midwifery in Abu Dhabi is here!

Debra
The next in the series on developing an international midwifery programme, Maeve O’Connell describes the next part of the journey in Abu Dhabi. Teaching and learning is happening and she shares how their involvement is now opening doors to other exciting opportunities. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Midwifery in Abu Dhabi is here! 1.......
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It’s more than a moustache: men’s wellbeing in the spotlight

Debra
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 neglected, yet Pete Wallroth, CEO of Mummy’s Star, points out the need to recognise men’s experience. In sharing his powerful personal story, he reminds us......
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Childbearing with hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders

Debra
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 affect more women than men and are more likely to lead to discrimination and health inequalities. Dr Sally Pezaro highlights work and resources on childbearing......
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Supporting families from diverse communities

Debra
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 and managing director of the Raham project, offers advice to midwives and health care professionals providing support. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Supporting families from diverse communities   My......
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The National Bereavement Care Pathway

Debra
In this article Marc Harder, Head of Bereavement Care & Hospital Liaison, Sands, explains the need for Baby Loss Awareness week. He highlights the inconsistency of support across services and draws attention to the National Bereavement Care pathway, to provide a framework and standardise bereavement care for all parents at......
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Black History Month – a personal view

Debra
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 Jennifer Ekwebelem shares her views on the need for greater equality in maternity services. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In 1948, the National Health Service (NHS) was born which......
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How Midwives Can Support Couples After Pregnancy Loss

Debra
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 and Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and David B. Allsop, completing his PhD in Experimental Psychology at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada, are undertaking a study to......
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Support for deaf and deafblind women in the maternity setting

Debra
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 interpreter, Lipspeaker, and Deafblind Communicator/Guide, explains how maternity services need to improve support and make services accessible all the time. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ My personal view on......
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