midwifery

[mid-wif-uh-ree, -wif-ree, mid-wahy-fuh-ree, -wahyf-ree]

noun

1. the technique or practice of a midwife.

midwifery

/ ˈmɪdˌwɪfərɪ /

noun

1. the art or practice of a midwife; obstetrics

Word History and Origins

Origin of midwifery¹

First recorded in 1475–85; midwife, -ery

Example Sentences

“We’re seeing more pregnant women detained again after not seeing much of that, at least not in ICE detention,” said Amanda Heffernan, a longtime nurse-midwife and professor of midwifery at Seattle University.

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"Before this, I studied midwifery, but unfortunately that programme was banned for women... the only hope left for us was the internet and online learning," said Shakiba, who lives in the northern province of Tahkar.

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Health officials said there were 4,000 more nursing and midwifery graduates than vacancies.

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Giving evidence, head of midwifery Ms Holmes, who was not in post at the time, described it as "the most tragic case".

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They will offer services ranging from birth registration and midwifery support to debt advice and youth clubs.

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