Midwifery is a service related to the health profession, caring for women undergoing normal pregnancy labor and the period following childbirth not only this but even during the post paratum period in addition to the sexual and reproductive health of women throughout their lives.. It includes measures aimed at preventing health problems in pregnancy, the detection of abnormal conditions, the procurement of medical assistance when necessary, and the execution of emergency measures in the absence of medical help this includes:
- Optimizing the normal biological, psychological, social and cultural processes of childbirth and early life of the newborn.
- Promoting women’s personal capabilities to care for themselves and their families.
- Collaborating with womens and other health professionals to provide holistic care and nursing to the individuals. The main areas of midwifery includes:
- Pregnancy
- Childbirth
- Postpartum period
- Care of the newborn
