I'm 33 and thinking about training to be a midwife. I've looked at various websites (NHS, RCM etc.) I know the degree course takes 3 years. I do already have a degree in English and 10 years work experience in unrelated disciplines but realise that this is irrelevant! I'm drawn to the profession because I really appreciated the care I received when pregnant, in labour, and postnatally for both my pregnancies and I'm attracted to the idea of helping other women to have positive experiences too. I had such big respect for the midwives and their dedication and care. However, I'm concerned that I'm too old, and once qualified the hours are difficult when trying to combine it with raising a family. My "A" levels are in arts subjects, but I do have maths, chemistry, physics and biology "O" levels (yes I did those!!). Most sensible people train when they are 18 and don't have kids yet don't they? My children are 11 months and 3 1/4 years.
I'd appreciate any thoughts from mumsnet members who are midwives. I read on a website that degree courses are very competitive to get on to - but the NHS is crying out for midwives isn't it?
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bighug · 24/02/2004 22:05
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