Midwifery models of care: what you need to know

Introduction and Importance of Midwifery Care00:00:20

Introduction to the International Day of the Midwife, the focus on quality of care, and the critical role of midwifery models in improving maternal and newborn health outcomes.

WHO Guidance and Strategic Vision00:05:57

Dr. Tedros and WHO leadership outline the global vision for high-quality midwifery care, emphasizing its role in achieving universal health coverage and reducing maternal mortality.

Defining Midwifery Models of Care00:10:34

Presentation of the core concepts of midwifery models, including the importance of continuity of care, professional collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

Country Case Studies and Implementation00:23:11

Panelists from Ethiopia, Sweden, South Africa, Australia, and the Netherlands share practical experiences of implementing and scaling up midwifery models in diverse contexts.

Addressing Challenges and Future Research01:13:36

Discussion on overcoming implementation barriers, securing policy change, fostering interprofessional collaboration, and identifying research gaps for future development.