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From autonomy and back again: educating midwives across a century - Part 1

Abstract:

Midwifery education reflects the role and scope of practice expected of a midwife. In the century since midwives were first registered in New Zealand midwifery education has variously prepared midwives for relative autonomy, dependent practice and now, in 2005, for full professional autonomy. This article traces the evolution of midwifery education in New Zealand across a century and is presented in two parts. The second part will be included in the April 2006 journal. This article provided the basis for the keynote address given by the author at NZCOM Biennial conference, Wellington, 16 – 18 September 2004.

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1904 Midwives Act, history of midwifery, midwifery autonomy, midwifery education, St Helens hospitals, twilight sleep