INTRODUCTION There is compelling evidence that when a woman sees the same midwife there are better outcomes. Yet in Australia, access to midwifery continuity of care remains limited. There are a nu…
INTRODUCTION Simulation-based education using low to high fidelity techniques are common in midwifery professionals’ education, and it is found to be an excellent alternative to fill the gaps in …
The aim of this study is to consider possibilities of defining common professional and normative standards of the midwifery profession in six neighbouring Southeast European countries, and to creat…
INTRODUCTION Midwives have a remarkable influence on various outcomes in healthcare, of which the activities related to the management during the childbirth are emphasised the most. Midwives like a…
INTRODUCTION Clinical placements are an integral part of midwifery education and are crucial for achieving professional competencies. Although students’ experiences on placements have been shown …
INTRODUCTION Malnutrition is one of the major problems in which the physical function of an individual is impaired to the point that it can no longer maintain adequate body processes such as growth…
INTRODUCTION In 2010, the Norwegian Directorate of Health introduced the guideline ‘Safe maternity services – quality standards for maternal care’. These standards include adequate staffing w…
INTRODUCTION Access to contraceptive consultations and the content of these consultations are important to achieve a safe and satisfying sexual life and successful reproduction when desired. The ai…