I'm extremely lucky. Every mentor I have worked with over my two years studying as a midwife has shaped my practice, taught me things in a new way and helped me develop into
In your own words
Throughout my time at university we've always been told that communication is number one in maternity care. The use of verbal and non-verbal communication can help build a trusting relationship between the midwife
'A dent in my armour' - Building resilience in Midwifery
That is what it felt like a few days after the event. A dent in my armour. A dent in my belief pattern of childbirth being a happy and exciting experience for families
Moving on to my third and final year...
This week I received my final placement allocations for my BMidwifery course. My map of third year. My last year all planned out in front of me in 2/3/4/7 week blocks. Honestly moving
The Highland Midwife - Episode 3
The final episode of the three part documentary on Scottish rural midwifery finished this week and it was another great episode. We were introduced to another three mothers to be and their wants
The Highland Midwife - Episode 2
Sorry for the delay in posting this blog, but I've been on a run of shifts on placement, not to mention living my non-student midwife life! I finally managed to catch up with
Reflecting on practice - tools and tips
I use reflection daily. Whether I am at clinical placement, classes, or in my everyday life. It helps you analyse, recharge and readjust to positive and negative experiences. Reflecting on clinical practice is
What is a feminist?
I'm taking a little diversion away from the midwifery stuff to let you all know I. AM. A. FEMINIST. I've never ever seen the word as 'dirty', as 'man-hating' or even 'unequal'. I
Midwifery, childbirth and strong women in literature
Recently I've been loving reading, whether it be fiction or non-fiction and I thought I'd share some of my favourite books involving midwifery, childbirth and strong women. Here are some of my favourites
The Highland Midwife - Episode 1
Channel 5 have a new mini documentary series on midwifery and the first episode aired this Wednesday 5th July at 8pm. It is call 'The Highland Midwife' and follows a group of community
Preparing for placement
I have just recently started my final second year placement, which WOW is a slightly scary thought. I remember starting the course and the other students and tutors mentioning how quickly the three
Applying for my BMidwifery course
So now you know a little bit about my journey to midwifery, here is how I was inspired to apply for my course. Hope you enjoy! I sometimes feel a little shame when
My journey into midwifery...
Hello! I best start with a little introduction. I'm Ruth, a student midwife and a feminist. To me the two are synonymous and you can't be one without the other, which is why
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