Addressing the shortage of healthcare in maternity and newborn care through midwifery

Fogsi Presidential Initiative - Sunita Tandulwadkar FOGSI | Solo Clinic IVF | Gyan Pravah Podcast Series

Key discussion points

1. The Role of Midwifery in Maternal and Child Healthcare

2. Who is a Midwife? Clarifying the Misconceptions

3. Midwives vs. Dais: Understanding the Difference

4. Evidence-Based Benefits of Midwifery-Led Care

5. Impact of Midwifery on Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes

6. Government of India’s Initiative in Midwifery Training

7. Respectful Maternity Care: A Fundamental Right

8. Collaborative Model: Midwives and Obstetricians as a Team

9. Reducing Unnecessary Interventions in Childbirth

10. The Role of Midwives in Antenatal and Postnatal Care

11. Midwifery-Led Units: Their Place in India’s Healthcare System

12. Challenges in Implementing Midwifery in Private Practice

13. Training Programs for Midwives: Building a Skilled Workforce

14. Empowering Nurses to Become Professional Midwives

15. Importance of Labor Companionship in Childbirth

16. Water Birthing and Hydrotherapy: A Natural Pain Relief Method

17. Obstetricians and Mindset Shift Towards Normal Births

18. Reducing Medicalization of Birth Through Midwifery

19. The Growing Role of Doulas in Maternity Care

20. Driving Passion in Obstetrics: A Message to Young Doctors

21. Training and Certification for Midwives and Educators

22. The Need for Trust and Mutual Respect Between Midwives and Doctors

23. Creating a Holistic and Safe Birthing Environment

24. Encouraging More Obstetricians to Embrace Midwifery-Led Care

25. Final Takeaway: Midwifery as a Game-Changer in Indian Healthcare