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What you need to know about midwifery

Private midwives are fully qualified midwives who, just like their NHS counterparts, are registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. However, unlike NHS midwives, private midwives have chosen a career independent of the NHS and instead provide their services to clients in the private sector.

While the NHS offers midwifery services that are capable of providing the basic level of care and support that expectant mothers require to everyone who needs it, some women choose a private midwife instead. There are a range of reasons you might want to make this choice, including for a more comprehensive care programme, continuity of care, or support from a specialist in a certain area.

Private midwives, for the most part, act just like NHS midwives. They will typically join a family during the early stages of a pregnancy, provide prenatal care throughout the term, be on hand during the birthing process, and provide postnatal care. 

However, they will generally provide a more tailored service than the NHS does, with a one-to-one approach and a bespoke support plan that suits the unique needs of their client. They are also often chosen by mothers who are pursuing a home birth, helping with delivery outside of a hospital setting.

If you’re searching "midwife near me", either to supplement the services you’ll receive from the NHS or to provide a full care plan throughout your pregnancy, search for a suitable qualified professional near you today with My Health Assistant.