Life as a Midwife varies so much from day to day- you will never be bored that’s for sure! So if you think becoming a Midwife is for you, try our Midwife Quiz to see if you have what it takes.
  • As a MidwifePhoto of Becky, Labour Ward Midwife

    Becky, Labour Ward Midwife

      “Labour ward is definitely the place for me, I love the hustle and bustle, working closely with the doctors and going to theatre. I suppose that’s also why I like to watch 24 hrs in A&E, it’s the adrenaline rush that appeals!” The early bird… I have worked on…

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  • As a MidwifePhoto of Sarah, Day Unit Midwife

    Sarah, Day Unit Midwife

      “I have always been interested in working in the Day Unit, I think the decision-making, the fast pace and not knowing who might be coming in next, all appealed to me. I started off as a midwife on labour ward, a secondment to the day unit came up and…

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  • As a MidwifePhoto of Jo, Community Midwife

    Jo, Community Midwife

      “My day starts at 9am where I find out how many visits I will be doing today. The area that we cover is large and I could be driving up to 100 miles today.” I will mainly be visiting new mums and babies, generally up to 10 days old.…

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  • As a MidwifePhoto of Kate, Birth Centre Midwife

    Kate, Birth Centre Midwife

    “Shift Starts Thursday @ 8PM” I am getting ready to leave home to go to work on a night shift. The drive to work often involves feelings of apprehension but excitement of what the shift might bring. Start with a handover We always start the shift with a handover of…

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Becoming a midwife gives you access to a broader range of career options than you may initially suspect. You will have the qualification and experience to develop your career to where you are most interested, this may include:…