The Student Midwife Journal

The October issue of The Student Midwife is here.
Theme: One Calling — celebrating the global spirit of midwifery and the shared challenges and triumphs that unite student midwives worldwide. This issue is open-access - see below.

✨ 𝑾𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑼𝒍𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒇-𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝑩𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑴𝒊𝒅𝒘𝒊𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒎 ✨ We’re inviting midwives to join the Weleda Midwife Community – a supportive space created especially for you, both in practice & beyond. weleda.co.uk/all4maternity

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We’re delighted to share 'A Student Midwife’s Tale' - a beautifully written reflection by Student Midwife Rebecca Parrymore The piece celebrates the art and humanity of midwifery, reminding us of the power of communication, inclusivity, and care. all4maternity.com/a-student-midw…

We pay tribute to Sophie Peachey-Rayner RIP, an inspiring and trailblazing student midwife whose courage, advocacy, and dedication to neurodiversity and compassionate care have left an indelible mark on our profession ❤️ all4maternity.com/student-midwif…

The October issue of The Student Midwife is here.
Theme: One Calling — celebrating the global spirit of midwifery and the shared challenges and triumphs that unite student midwives worldwide. This issue is open-access - see below.

It’s time to #EndCoercion in #MaternityCare. Our new campaign calls for a system where everyone can make informed, autonomous choices about their care, free from stigma, coercion, or punishment and where HCPs are supported, not silenced. Learn more at: 🔗 bit.ly/ENDcoercion

@NasmecUG @NatMidwivesAsUg @TSM_Journal @JaneRuth_Aceng @FIGOHQ @CHAIofficialJPN @ainbyoo The tone is set!🎤 Day 3 at #NSMC2025 begins with powerful discussions framing PAC as a cornerstone of reproductive justice. This conversation will shape national AND regional reflections on safe motherhood. The energy here is incredible! #MaternalHealthUG

@sophieraynerx @TPM_Journal A wonderful tribute to you @sophieraynerx @TSM_Journal ❤️

STUDENT MIDWIVES! Who inspires you? Whether it’s a mentor who guided you through a placement, a lecturer who believes in you, or a fellow student who lifted you up on a tough day - take a moment to thank them! Gratitude nurtures us all 🌸

A Student Midwife’s Reflection of a Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigation Insight Visit - Pat Alexander. 'We left feeling heard, respected, and hopeful for the future of maternity care'. all4maternity.com/a-student-midw……on-insight-visit/

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Head of Midwifery Hannah Horne's words are a call to all midwives and students: find your people, hold on to your passion, and never forget the heart of midwifery. all4maternity.com/reflecting-on-… #Midwifery #AddressingTheCrisis #BirthRights #MakeBirthBetter #MidwivesMatter

🌟 Forte Medical has launched a national survey to explore women’s experiences around UTIs and Prenatal Screening urine tests, to tease out issue around hygiene, dignity, repeat tests, antibiotic prescribing and side effects and more. 👇🏽 form.typeform.com/to/b4bBRDAz

✨ Calling all student midwives! Have a story, reflection, or idea you’d love to share? Join our vibrant community of writers and let your voice be heard! 🖊️ 👀 View the author guidelines on the All4Maternity website for tips and details. all4maternity.com/about-us/the-s…

Still seeking research participants! Please consider taking part and share widely.

In the April issue of The Student Midwife journal we cover: ✨ Changemakers & climate care
✨ Antenatal innovation
✨ Birth wisdom & homebirth stories ✨ Amniotomy how-to ✨ First-year homebirth reflections Have you read your copy? 
Join us: all4maternity.com/about-us/plans…

📘 Communication in Midwifery is a must-read for all midwives - at any stage of their career. Packed with real-world insights & reflection points, it explores the heart of midwifery care. 📖all4maternity.com/book-review-co… 🔗 Available now from @ElsevierConnect | ISBN: 978-0-323-88399-3

🎓💜 Student-Led, Woman-Centred 💜🎓 At Griffith University’s Student-Led Midwifery Clinic, final-year student Alisha Quest shares how continuity of care transforms learning and empowers women. 🌿👶🏽✨ 🔗 Read more: all4maternity.com/insights-from-… #StudentMidwife #TPMAustralia

Our newsletter is delivered! What an exciting month it's been - Norway, Bulgaria, UK Universities and a special positive midwifery project meeting in London... Plus meeting a VERY inspiring student midwife! Read here! ow.ly/ngml50VpgNn

🌟Why You Should Belong to a Professional Association! "Joining the National Midwives Association of Uganda opened doors to career growth, networking & training" Discover how it transformed Brenda's career & why midwives should stay connected! 💻Read more: all4maternity.com/why-you-should…