What is the difference between a midwife and a nurse?
Midwives and nurses are both healthcare professionals who provide care to women and newborns. However, there are some key differences between the two professions.
Midwives specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They are trained to provide care to women during all stages of their pregnancy, from pre-conception to after the baby is born. Nurses, on the other hand, can specialize in a variety of areas, including midwifery, pediatrics, and surgery.
Midwives also have a different scope of practice than nurses. Midwives can provide care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, as well as provide family planning counseling and education. Nurses, on the other hand, cannot provide care during childbirth.
What is the future of midwifery in Ghana?
The future of midwifery in Ghana is bright. The demand for midwives is increasing, as more and more women are choosing to give birth in hospitals or clinics. Midwives are also playing a leading role in the fight against maternal and neonatal mortality.
The Ghana Nursing and Midwifery Council (N MC) is working to increase the number of midwives in Ghana. The N MC is also working to improve the quality of midwifery education and training.
