Definition of «midwife»

A midwife is a healthcare professional who specializes in supporting women during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum period. They provide care to both mother and baby before, during and after labor. Midwives are trained to recognize and handle complications that may arise during pregnancy or delivery, but they also focus on natural methods of birth and promote a holistic approach to women's health.

Usage examples

The midwife provided prenatal care to expectant mothers, monitoring their health and the growth of the baby.
During labor, the midwife offered guidance and support to the mother, helping her through the process of giving birth.
The midwife ensured the safety of both the mother and the baby during childbirth, using techniques such as monitoring vital signs and managing pain.
After the birth, the midwife assisted with breastfeeding and provided postpartum care, monitoring the mother's recovery and offering advice on newborn care.

Phrases with «midwife»

Sentences with «midwife»

Funny enough, the «college» of midwives of BC doesn't have an opinion on the ethics of that behaviour. (skepticalob.com)
I think something to consider is the statistics of C - sections in other countries, the statistics of home birth and births with midwives in European countries. (academicobgyn.com)
The readers of this paper need to know that every day babies are delivered legally and safely in this country by certified nurse midwives in hospitals. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
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Definition of «midwife»

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Phrases with «midwife»

Sentences with «midwife»

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