This course is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in supporting women during labour and birth. This course focuses on the principles of active birth, emphasising the importance of promoting freedom of movement and empowering women to actively participate in their birthing experience. The course covers evidence-based practices, communication techniques, and strategies for assisting women in adopting various positions. Last updated 2023.

Welcome to the Anatomy and Physiology of the Placenta quiz. The placenta, a remarkable and intricate organ, plays a vital role during pregnancy, facilitating the exchange of nutrients, gases, and waste products between the mother and the developing fetus. This quiz will test your knowledge of the structure, function, and significance of the placenta in the context of pregnancy. From its development to its hormonal influence, from gas exchange to immune protection, the placenta's role is multifaceted and fascinating. Whether you're a student, healthcare professional, or recapping your knowledge as a midwife this quiz will challenge and expand your understanding of the placenta's crucial role in supporting fetal development.

This mini course will help you to understand what compassion is and the vital role it plays in high quality maternity care. You will be introduced to some definitions and theories of compassion. You will learn about the process of compassion and think about how this applies to maternity care. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to think about how this relates to your own practice and reflect on how compassion is key to the care you provide, the people you work with and yourself. Last updated 2023. 

In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, organisational culture stands as a cornerstone that profoundly influences the delivery of care, experiences of women and families, and the well-being of healthcare professionals. With its complex nature, healthcare organisations encompasses many differing cultures and norms, varied by global region and context. This mini course focuses on the definition of organisational culture, explains the impact culture has on health and maternity care and most importantly offers ways in which midwives and healthcare practitioners can take action to improve organisational culture. New Course 2023. 

In this mini course, we will explore the benefits that massage offers during pregnancy and childbirth. From reducing physical discomfort to enhancing emotional well-being, massage proves to be a holistic approach that supports women and birthing people in their journey to motherhood. Learn about the therapeutic advantages, develop your practice toolbox, and consider teaching families about massage to help support a healthy, relaxing pregnancy experience. Last updated 2023.

It's vitally important that midwives understand the complex adaptations to the maternal body during the postnatal period. This course will assist you in supporting women through this transformative period, focusing on both physical recovery and mental well-being. Recap the physiological changes in the body and the spectrum of emotions, including the common "baby blues" and more severe postnatal depression. You'll learn about the hormonal fluctuations, musculoskeletal adjustments, and cardiovascular adaptations that occur after childbirth, as well as strategies for promoting self-care and fostering a supportive environment. This course will equip you with the knowledge to provide comprehensive care and holistic support of postpartum women. New Course 2024.

All women have a choice about where they choose to birth. The environment in which a woman labours and gives birth can have a dramatic effect on the physical and psychological outcomes for mother and baby (Nilsson 2014; Nilsson et al., 2020). The space that is used by birthing women can support the body’s natural ability to release the necessary hormones that create the dance of labour (Buckley 2009), or suppress it. Last updated 2023.

Successive annual UK MBRACCE reports have identified disproportionate morbidity and mortality rates amongst Black, Asian and ethnically diverse women in the UK, this situation is reflected in many other countries across the world. In response to these ongoing maternal health inequalities, All4Maternity has commissioned a committee of women representative of this beneficiary group to develop this essential course, which promotes understanding of how to improve maternity care for women and families from marginalised ethnic communities. This essential course is solution-focussed and designed to support learners to explore strategies they can use to improve the pregnancy outcomes of Black, Asian and ethnically diverse women and families. Last updated 2024.

Successive annual UK MBRACCE reports have identified disproportionate morbidity and mortality rates amongst Black, Asian and ethnically diverse women in the UK, this situation is reflected in many other countries across the world. In response to these ongoing maternal health inequalities, All4Maternity has commissioned a committee of women representative of this beneficiary group to develop this essential course, which promotes understanding of how to improve maternity care for women and families from marginalised ethnic communities. This essential course is solution-focussed and designed to support learners to explore strategies they can use to improve the pregnancy outcomes of Black, Asian and ethnically diverse women and families. This is the second course in the series of two.

In this course you will develop knowledge about the importance and benefits of skin-to-skin contact for the newborn, parents and families as part of building close and loving relationships. This course will cover various birth scenarios and clinical practice considerations, including preparation during pregnancy and support following different types of births. The content will also explore the links between skin-to-skin contact, optimal breastfeeding and infant feeding, parent-infant attachment, and ongoing benefits for both mother, parents and newborn. Last updated 2023. 

Iron deficiency poses significant risks to pregnant women worldwide, impacting both maternal health and the wellbeing of newborns. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2023, approximately 40% of children aged 6–59 months, 37% of pregnant women, and 30% of women aged 15–49 years are affected by anaemia globally. Whether pre-existing or developing during pregnancy, childbirth, or the postnatal period, iron deficiency and anaemia require careful attention. This course, will help you to understand the physiological mechanisms of iron absorption, explore the challenges faced by women and families in adhering to routine iron supplementation, and discuss strategies to overcome these obstacles. Additionally, we will provide supportive practice considerations aligned with national and global recommendations, empowering you with the knowledge and tools needed to promote maternal health and ensure the well-being of both mothers and newborns. New for 2024.