Clinical Academic Doctoral Fellows Experience of The International Confederation of Midwives Congress 2014 ‘When a woman is at her most vulnerable, it is kindness that makes the difference’ – Her Excellency Toyin Saraki Over 3,800 midwives from over 100 countries gathered in Prague for 4 days of inspirational speeches, seminars and workshops. Over the course of the week we learnt about practice in other countries,… Read more »
Monthly Archives: June 2014
My stunned reaction to being honoured with a Damehood
Thank you to all of you at the University for your warm words of congratulation following the recent news that I am to be made a Dame. Since the moment I learned the news I have been getting used to the idea and reflecting on what it means to me. As you might imagine, I have experienced a whole bundle of emotions. Anyone involved in… Read more »
Six weeks in…
By the time you’re reading this, I will have finished my sixth week on placement! Last weekend I was back in Southampton for the summer ball where all the nurses, midwives, physios, pods, OTs and healthcare scientists are getting together to celebrate the end of this year. It was lovely getting to see my course friends and swapping placement tales and horror stories! And seeing… Read more »
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