Media & Coverage
05 May 2021
On International Day of The Midwives, Dr Aparajita Gogoi writes about why the role of midwives in health systems is more imperative now

"On International Midwives Day today, it is important to highlight that midwives and midwifery care services are vital to ensure the quality and continuity of essential sexual, reproductive, maternal and newborn services. The structure of midwifery care emphasises the agency of a woman. It is located within the universal health care model ensuring continuity of care that is woman-centric, quality-focused, respectful, compassionate and personable in addition to ensuring the equitable provision of psychosocial support and services."

 

Read the full article here: https://www.dailyo.in/variety/midwives-maternal-health-international-midwives-day-pregnancy-antenatal-care/story/1/34535.html