Midwife

Background

Midwives support women through pregnancy, labour, and the first weeks after birth. They provide medical care, advice, and emotional support to help mothers and babies stay healthy. Midwives work in hospitals, birth centres, or sometimes visit women at home, and they work closely with doctors when complications arise.

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Next Step Roles

Senior Midwife→Midwifery Manager→Consultant Midwife→Midwifery Lecturer

Publications

British Journal of MidwiferyMidwifery

Books

Ina May's Guide to Natural ChildbirthThe Midwife's TaleCathy's Story

Movies

Call the MidwifeOne Born Every Minute

Key Figures

Cathy WarwickLesley PageNicky LeapMary Breckenridge

Classification

SIC Code8049, 8049907The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference618.2, 610.73For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Registered MidwifeMidwifery PractitionerBirth Attendant

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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