What is a Midwife? PDF Print E-mail

A midwife is an expert for low-risk pregnancies who assists women giving birth naturally and safely. She is trained to give the necessary care during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period.


The midwife has an important task in health education within the family and the community. She attends normal deliveries and cares for the newly born infant. A midwife advises, educates, and supports birthing women.

Last Updated ( Sunday, 04 November 2007 )