Midwifery is an exciting and evolving profession. Midwives share the unique journey of a woman and her family from pregnancy to parenthood. Being involved in the birth of a new life is just one part of this rewarding career.
Midwives work with women to give support, care and advice during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period. The practice of midwifery includes:
Midwives play and important role in health counselling and education for women, their families and the community. This can include antenatal education and preparation for parenthood, women's health, sexual or reproductive health and child care.
This toolkit aims to provide a consistent approach for implementing Midwifery Continuity of Care in NSW.
This program aims to develop a reciprocal learning relationship that expands opportunities for connection, learning and growth.
MidPip aims to assist midwives navigate opportunities for professional growth, support, and optimal practice.
NSW Health supports public hospitals to enable admitting and practice rights for midwives.
Scholarship support is available for undergraduate and postgraduate midwifery students.
For additional information contact Principle Advisor for Midwifery; Kelley Lennon via email at Kelley.Lennon@health.nsw.gov.au
