midwifery

[ mid-wif-uh-ree, -wif-ree, mid-wahy-fuh-ree, -wahyf-ree ]

noun

1. the technique or practice of a midwife.

midwifery

/ ˈmɪdˌwɪfərɪ /

noun

1. the art or practice of a midwife; obstetrics

Word History and Origins

Origin of midwifery¹

First recorded in 1475–85; midwife, -ery

Example Sentences

"We are making do with a building that’s essentially not fit for purpose," said the trust's director of midwifery Sally Bryant.

From BBC

At a young age, she was sold and purchased by enslavers, developing skills in herbal medicine and midwifery.

From Los Angeles Times

The proposed centers will be distinct from birth centers, which are also located outside hospitals but are based on a midwifery model of care and only accept low-risk patients.

From New York Times

Some women are giving birth in tents with no medical support, while hospitals that provide midwifery services say they have limited capacity.

From BBC

Panorama analysed figures published by the trust and found that in the first half of 2023, the trust had been short of more than 50 midwifery staff.

From BBC