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Midwife-Led Care: Is it Right for You?

Midwife-Led Care: Is it Right for You?

January 27, 2025

In this episode, Dr. Margreet Barnardt interviews Ruwaida Moola, an experienced midwife and founder of Birth on 5th, a birthing unit in Linden, Johannesburg. They discuss the benefits of Midwife-Led Care, including:

  • Lower intervention rates: Fewer medical procedures like inductions and cesarean sections. 
  • Increased client satisfaction: More personalized and empowering birth experiences.
  • Improved breastfeeding outcomes: Increased support for breastfeeding initiation and continuation. 

Ruwaida explains what Midwife-Led Care entails, emphasizing its focus on low-intervention, personalized care and continuity of care. They explore the situations where Midwife-Led Care is most appropriate, such as low-risk pregnancies and those seeking a more natural birth experience.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand the benefits and potential limitations of Midwife-Led Care.
  • Learn why every community should have access to quality midwifery services.
  • Gain insights into the importance of continuity of care in pregnancy and birth.

Website: http://www.birthon5th.co.za

Find a Professional: https://sisterlilian.co.za/midwives-allied-health-professionals/

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Margreet Barnardt

Dr Margreet Barnardt, midwife specialist, host of the Birth & Baby Show.

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