ULO 6- Role of midwife in initial care and assessment of infant at birth

Question 1

Define: Midwifery Guardianship

Answer 1

is a holistic concept

• aims to optimise the woman’s reproductive psychophysiology which
• focuses on nurturing the woman’s sense of confidence and safety through a trusting relationship within which the woman’s attitudes, values and beliefs are respected

Question 2

What’s the role of Midwifery Guardianship in 3rd stage

Answer 2

• they work with women to enable her to birth her placenta herself

Question 3

What are the midwifery considerations for managing the 3rd stage of labour

Answer 3

• Active vs Physiological management
• Skills to manage care
• Observe mother and baby (able to recognise wellbeing/problems)
• Documentation (time of birth, placenta delivery etc)
• Checking placenta (membranes, lobes etc)
• Disposal