Every year on May 5th, the world observes International Day of the Midwife (IDM) to honor and recognize the contributions made by midwives everywhere.
The purpose of the day is to honor the contributions made by midwives to better maternal, infant, sexual, and reproductive health outcomes.
The medical professionals that assist and care for women throughout pregnancy, labor, and delivery are known as midwives.
Theme:
The theme for this year’s International Day of the Midwife is ‘Midwives: A Vital Climate Solution’. The ICM stated that midwives were a “vital solution” in adapting health systems to climate change and were frequently the first responders when disasters struck.
Background:
The 1987 International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) meeting in the Netherlands gave rise to the concept of the “International Day of the Midwife,” a day set aside to honor and acknowledge midwives.
Since its inaugural celebration on May 5, 1991, International Midwives’ Day has been recognized in more than 50 countries worldwide.
About Midwifery:
Throughout the continuum of prepregnancy, pregnancy, delivery, postpartum, and the early stages of life, midwives provide expert, informed, and compassionate care to expectant mothers, newborn babies, and families.