Oct 5, 2017 · It's 40 years since men were first allowed to train as midwives in the UK, but they still only make up a tiny proportion of the profession. So when a teenage boy in Birmingham …

Our male midwives play significant roles in advancing midwifery, as well as making a difference in the lives of the women, families, individuals, and communities they serve. We asked ACNM members to explain why they chose midwifery as a profession.

Find out the name for male midwives and their impact on breaking gender stereotypes in childbirth. Explore important topic and its significance in healthcare.

Oct 6, 2017 · Did you know that male midwives are a thing? Would you choose a male midwife? Would you refuse one if he were assigned to you? Let's talk!

Men who work as midwives are called midwives (or male midwives, if it is necessary to identify them further) or accoucheurs; the term midhusband is occasionally encountered, mostly as a joke.

Jul 12, 2018 · According to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), fewer than 1 per cent of registered midwives in Australia are male. Working in a profession where he was in such a minority, Mr Jones found himself questioned about everything — from his sexuality to his motivation.

Dec 9, 2024 · Male midwives represent a growing proportion of the global obstetric workforce and provide an important contribution to addressing maternal morbidity and mortality.

May 17, 2021 · Let us take a look at some really touching stories from six incredible male midwives. They shared their midwife journeys with the team of Mylocum and we want to reshape them with the world....

In this blog post, we share first hand accounts from male midwives about their experiences working in the field, the challenges they have faced, and the unique perspective they bring to …

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), men made up just 1.6%, or 448, of the 28,211 employed registered midwives in 2015. The ANMJ spoke to New South Wales-based Clinical Midwifery Educator (CME) Daniel Evans about why he chose to pursue the non-traditional career path for men and what he loves about