Why I Want To Be A Midwife Essay

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Kirsty McDonald
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45 My interest in midwifery stems from overseeing my older cousins pregnancy. As she became pregnant when she was 17, it was vital to offer her support. Watching the care offered to her by the midwives through all stages of her pregnancy, labour and postnatal period, ignited my passion to become a midwife, so I can offer the same support and compassion to other women and families. Through speaking to a practicing midwife, I am aware of their roles as an autonomous practitioners, responsible for the care and safe practice throughout the different stages of pregnancy. Not every pregnancy is straightforward. Often, there may be a number of complications which may lead to still birth or infant loss. It is important that as a midwife I am able to offer support during difficult times or even in cases of bereavement for the family. A midwife monitors the progress of the pregnancy and promotes natural childbirth with minimal medical intervention unless emergency procedures are required, where it is crucial for timely and effective referral. As a midwife it is vital to work in partnership with the women, taking on an educatory role, advising and providing women and their families with the knowledge they need to make informed choices throughout their …show more content…

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