Definition

1. Noun:
   • The profession or practice of assisting women in childbirth: "Midwifery" refers to the work of a midwife, which involves providing care and support to women during pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period.
   • The branch of medicine or healthcare concerned with childbirth and the care of mothers: "Midwifery" is also the field of study and practice focused on normal pregnancy and birth.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • She decided to study midwifery because of her passion for supporting new mothers.
  • Modern midwifery combines traditional knowledge with evidence-based medical practices.

Advanced Usage

• "The art and science of midwifery": This phrase emphasizes that the profession involves both practical skill and theoretical knowledge.

  • The conference focused on the evolving art and science of midwifery.

• "To practice midwifery": To work professionally as a midwife.

  • She is licensed to practice midwifery in three states.

Variants and Related Words

• Midwife (n): A person, typically a woman, who is trained to assist women in childbirth.

  • The midwife provided excellent care throughout the pregnancy.

• Midwifery-led care (n): A model of maternity care where midwives are the primary caregivers.

  • The hospital offers a midwifery-led care unit for low-risk pregnancies.

Synonyms

• Obstetrics (n): The branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and the care of women giving birth. (Note: "Obstetrics" is a broader medical field, while "midwifery" often focuses on non-surgical, low-intervention care for normal pregnancies.)
• Childbirth assistance: The act of helping during labor and delivery.

Related Phrases

• Scope of midwifery practice: The range of responsibilities and procedures a midwife is authorized to perform.

  • The new legislation expanded the scope of midwifery practice.

• Philosophy of midwifery: The underlying beliefs and principles guiding the profession, such as viewing birth as a normal physiological process.

  • Her approach is deeply rooted in the philosophy of midwifery.

Noun

1. assisting women at childbirth
2. the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother