Midwifery: More Than Just Delivering Babies

Brianna Pattison

A midwife is a person (typically a woman) trained to assist women in childbirth.

What is a Midwife?

Midwifery is a viable alternative to traditional birthing methods.

Thesis

The controversy stating that midwifery is “unsafe” has been going on for centuries.

Counterargument

Midwifery is a safe option for giving birth.

Argument

licensed registered nurses (RNs)◦ Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

specialized graduate degree in nurse midwifery (masters)◦ Accredited program with a concentration in

midwifery

Educational Requirements

Chart

A midwife who has entered the profession as an apprentice to a practicing midwife rather than attending a formal school program.

Lay Midwife

A registered nurse with additional training as a midwife who delivers infants and provides prenatal and postpartum care, newborn care, and some routine care (as gynecological exams) of women.

Certified-Nurse Midwife

Midwifery is safe birthing method and should continue to be practiced around the world.

Conclusion

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References

I have been accepted into PSB’s nursing program for the fall of 2015

I will graduate with a bachelors degree in nursing

Once graduated from PSB, I will further my education and obtain my master’s degree specializing in nurse-midwifery

My future goals