A group of our Year 10 students had the incredible opportunity to visit Heartlands Hospital for their ‘A Day in the Life of a Midwife’ event.

Hosted by the Midwifery Department in collaboration with the Work Experience Team, the event gave students an immersive insight into the rewarding career of midwifery.

Exploring the World of Midwifery

Throughout the day, students engaged in interactive sessions with midwives, consultants, midwifery students, and support assistants, who shared their expertise on:

The daily responsibilities of a midwife
Career pathways and required qualifications
The different roles within the midwifery department

A Hands-On Look at Midwifery Specialties

Students had the chance to explore various aspects of midwifery, including:

Home births – Providing care for mothers in a familiar setting
Surgical births – Learning operating theatre roles
Community midwifery – The role of midwives outside the hospital
Neonatal care – Supporting babies needing extra medical attention
Infant feeding – Understanding breastfeeding and nutritional guidance

A Truly Inspiring Experience!

This experience provided our students with a fantastic insight into midwifery as a career, sparking new aspirations and broadening their understanding of the healthcare profession.

A Huge Thank You to the team at Heartlands Hospital for their warm welcome, support, and guidance in making this visit so inspiring!

Could this be the start of a future career for some of our students? Stay tuned for more exciting work experience opportunities!