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We are delighted to welcome Alison Eddy as the new President of the International Confederation of Midwives. Alison brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to strengthening midwifery around the world. Read more: zurl.co/giYZZ

Engaging in Meaningful Conversations with Women Living with Diabetes webinar 📅 2 July 2026 ⏰ 12:00–1:30pm Join our upcoming webinar to explore: ✨ Why language matters in maternity care 🗣️ How communication shapes women’s experiences 👉 Don’t miss this important conversation — book your place now

CDC today released data showing self-reported alcohol use during pregnancy increased in the US between 2021 and 2024. Roughly 15% of women reported drinking, or nearly 1 in 8 pregnancies. We detailed this problem last month (1/2) www.statnews.com/2026/06/11/c...

On the road to #ICM2026 Check out @thelovelymaeve.bsky.social ‘s podcast on SUSQI in #midwifery, & how support for appropriate infant feeding needs to be embedded in both population & planetary health actions. “Midwives need a stronger voice in these discussions.” open.substack.com/pub/thelovel...

This is a devastating, devastating read. It is so hard to engage with. But we must.

Join us for a landmark conversation bringing together, for the first time, the leaders of the world's five global professional associations representing midwives, obstetricians and gynaecologists, nurses, paediatricians and neonatal nurses. 📍 Auditorium II 🗓️ Monday 15 June, 17:30-19:00

Our anti-racism principles are intended to drive real change, strengthening anti-racism, bias awareness, cultural safety, curiosity and respect across nursing and midwifery. We're pleased to have the support of the NHS Race and Health Observatory as we take forward this important work.

Obstetric violence is often discussed as individual experiences of mistreatment during childbirth — but many harmful practices are deeply rooted in maternity care culture itself. Read more: zurl.co/lHAVT

Call for submissions: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth Collection on Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Submission deadline: 06 October 2026 link.springer.com/collections/... ping @carolinemjoyce.bsky.social

On 13 June, midwives, students, educators, families, partners, and supporters from around the world will come together to march for stronger investment in midwifery, better care for women and newborns, and a future where everyone has access to a midwife's care. Read more: zurl.co/3OB1f

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The wide spread belittlement, dismissal& underestimation of ethnic minority women in public life is something so commonly experienced yet so palpably absent from societal consciousness. Even if we don’t solve it talking about it may save the next gen lifelong lost energy on doubt & self-questioning.

(1/4) Today we’ve launched landmark new anti-racism principles for midwifery and nursing education and practice. This is our contribution to help urgently tackle bias, including the Black maternal health crisis. www.nmc.org.uk/news/news-an...

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During #IndigenousHistoryMonth, the College celebrates the many Indigenous midwives in Ontario who are returning birth back to communities and protecting their cultural practices. Find out more about the #BirthBack movement at indigenousmidwifery.ca

Join us and @Direct Relief for an interactive session focused on hearing from midwives working in humanitarian, fragile, & climate-affected settings. Your perspective is essential to help inform the design & implementation of a new Direct Relief grant initiative & shape ICM's strategic priorities.

Fossil fuel phase-out plan is missing link in energy and climate policy Ireland has clean energy targets but no strategy for ending oil and gas, Prof. @hannahdaly.ie writes.

At the ICM Triennial Congress, plenary speakers will explore the future of midwifery, sexual and reproductive health and rights, workforce investment, leadership, equity, and the challenges shaping care for women and newborns globally. Learn more about the plenaries at: zurl.co/oMTaf

Have you registered for the 2026 MBRRACE-UK virtual conferences yet? MBRRACE-UK 'Saving Lives, Improving Mothers' Care' Report 2026 Thursday 10th September 2026 buff.ly/Ilzpy9j MBRRACE-UK Perinatal Reports 2026 Thursday 8th October 2026 buff.ly/srLbDzH Find out more buff.ly/obawsCZ

A group of student midwives in Pakistan attends a practical class on clinical skills as part of their training. 📸by Khaula Jamil

Launching Ireland’s first LGBT+ Action Plan in a higher education institution⁣⁣ We’re proud to launch ‘Together with Pride: LGBT+ Action Plan 2026–2028’, a clear and ambitious roadmap to embed LGBT+ inclusion across every aspect of university life.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

Signed up to 3 peer reviews. We must give back! Hope it will bring me good karma!

President of Ireland Catherine Connolly visits Cork Marking her first official trip to Cork, Uachtarán na hÉireann visited Gaelcholáiste Mhic Shuibhne and UCC. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

Good to see this progress in Northern Ireland - work is ongoing to have the Baby Loss Certificate Scheme in place before the end of June www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/odowd-w...

Inspiring Journeys in Midwifery “My Journey to Become a Registered Qualified Midwife” 🎤 Sheila Gregory, Newly Qualified Midwife Discover Sheila’s inspiring path into midwifery and the realities of becoming a qualified midwife. 📖 Read more: maternityandmidwifery.co.uk/my-journey-t...

684 poster presentations await you at Congress showcasing groundbreaking research and practice from midwives worldwide. From education and leadership to climate change and care models, the breadth is incredible. Register now for Congress: zurl.co/PlZHT

While most midwife educators in Bangladesh hold advanced qualifications, many report gaps in key areas such as midwifery theory, clinical teaching, simulation, research capacity and leadership development. Read more: zurl.co/9wlbu

The global position paper on transitioning to midwifery models of care makes the case for health systems that are more person-centred, respectful, and effective. This #ResourceTuesday, learn why investing in midwives is essential for stronger health systems worldwide: zurl.co/cFXCp

‘A defining moment in Ireland’s history’: UCC symposium explores significance of 1926 Census www.ucc.ie/en/cacsss/ne... @csoireland.bsky.social

2 more rejections within 5 minutes of each other. #academiclife

Mothers' postnatal experiences following care in a specialist pregnancy after loss clinic Joanna Beaumont, @debbiemsmith1.bsky.social, Emilie Bailey, Rebecca Barron, Emma Tomlinson, @mgtmurphy.bsky.social, Alexander Heazell @mcr-sb-research.bsky.social www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Nearly 4 in 10 midwives worldwide are considering leaving their jobs. This global analysis reveals a workforce under pressure — with even higher levels of turnover intention in low- and middle-income countries, where the need for midwives is often greatest. Read the full article: zurl.co/8Ysck

Front and back covers of our book. Look at those endorsements! So honored. Can pre order now, hits the shelves September 17th. #maternalhealth #birthintheUS @avitalnn.bsky.social

@johnlauner.bsky.social Enjoyed your opinion on how to break the cycle of being busy and agree re striving for better care by appearing to care! Point well made

📢 Call for Papers: Elevating Research in Nursing & Midwifery link.springer.com/collections/... Submission Deadline: 8 February 2027 (though we can be flexible for the right manuscript!). #NursingResearch #Midwifery #AcademicWriting #BMCNursing #HealthcareInnovation #CallForPapers #Nursing

Stay up to date with the latest maternity & midwifery news, insights and developments shaping maternity care across the UK and beyond 📖 Read more here: maternityandmidwifery.co.uk/news/ Maternity & Midwifery News #MaternityAndMidwifery #MidwivesMatter #MaternityCare #HealthcareNews

Happy 100th Birthday to Sir David Attenborough Thank you for being a friend to all animals and for helping the world to cherish us x

Hantavirus: No vaccine any time soon.

Sheyna Patel developed a hydrogel that removes more than 93% of PET microplastics from water. The material acts like a molecular sponge and could degrade waste using sunlight to help fight environmental pollution.

Yay David Attenborough - 100 tomorrow! Gets a whole genus of wasp named after him! www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...

40 million visits in less than a month. To mark the landmark release of the 1926 Census, UCC School of History will host a one-day public symposium on 25 May. Registration is now open: www.ucc.ie/en/cacsss/ne...

Day two will be packed with topics and concurrent sessions you don't want to miss! Swipe through to see all the current topics and research that will be explored during the second day of Congress. Haven't you registered yet? Do it now before all the spots at Congress are finished: zurl.co/AhUgE

“Together - One Million More Midwives” by Abelone. Out 5 May, 00:00 CEST

As of May 1st, Licensed Certified Professional Midwives (LCPMs) are approved to enroll and bill for midwifery services through Medicaid. You can read the details here: hfs.illinois.gov/medicalprovi...

On International Day of the Midwife, we celebrate Prof Valerie Smith's work at UCD improving safer birth for mothers & babies. #UCDResearch #IDM2026 #OneMillionMoreMidwives @ucddublin.bsky.social @hselive.bsky.social @inmoirl.bsky.social @who.int #MidwivesMatter #Proud