‘I tell myself I’m going to have a good day – and it works!’: Midwifery student shares advice for those starting their journey

For many new student midwives, September marks the start of an exciting journey into a rewarding profession. But while anticipation is high, it’s natural to feel nervous about what’s ahead.  To help ease those first-days nerves, Sheffield Hallam second-year student midwife Khadijah Madden has shared her reflections and advice for those just beginning their training.  […]

RCM support for new midwifery students

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has today welcomed a whole new cohort of students to the midwifery community, with thousands finding out they have a place at university thanks to today’s A-level results and last week’s Highers.   Since results were published this morning, universities have been confirming places for aspiring midwives across the […]

RCM welcomes ‘glimmers of hope’ for graduating midwives 

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has welcomed news that funding has been unlocked to get newly- qualified midwives into their first job. Following today’s announcement by the Secretary of State for Health & Social Care, Wes Streeting, NHS England will make ‘top up’ funding available to NHS Trusts to enable them to take on […]

Midwife recruitment hit by student finance pressures

Financial pressures are forcing student midwives out of their chosen career, with increasing numbers leaving their courses before completion because they simply can’t afford to continue. These are the stark findings of The State of UK Midwifery Student Finance, a new report published today (16 September) by the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). With clinical […]