Compassion for midwives: The missing element in workplace culture for midwives globally
Kaveri Mayra, Christine Catling, Halima Abdul Musa, Billie Hunter, Kathleen Baird
Abstract
By the very nature of caring work, it could be assumed that healthcare workers show compassion and respect for those they work with and care for. However, in many workplaces, respect, empathy, compassion and supportive teamwork are lacking. For compassionate workplaces to thrive, maternity care models, policies and environments need to be examined closely for factors that enhance or hinder this important aspect of healthcare. In this commentary, we discuss the importance of compassion 'for' midwives, as an essential, non-negotiable prerequisite for compassion 'by' midwives.
Topics & Concepts
CompassionElement (criminal law)NursingNurse-MidwivesPsychologyObstetricsMedicinePolitical sciencePregnancyBiologyLawGeneticsEthics in medical practiceHealthcare professionals’ stress and burnoutFamily and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units