MIDWIFERY MODEL OF CARE

• Trained to preserve normality
• Focus on normal, developmental,
  social
• Woman’s knowledge is valued
• Ample time for relaxed visits
• Open intimate 2 way sharing
• Empathy, support, comforting
• Close relationship is forged
• Pain accepted, comfort offered
• Mother and baby are one-it is not
  helpful if they are separated
  • Birth is hard work a woman does
  • A woman gives birth with her whole being
  • Pain is an integral part of the labor
    process.  To eliminate that part interferes
    with the systematic whole
  • Strength and power come from letting go
    of control
  • Pregnancy and birth are not controllable
    but pleasurable
  • The most active participation can involve
    giving up control