The work behind the scenes in The National Maternity Hospital
Summary
Andrea Gilligan visits the National Maternity Hospital to highlight the work of its midwives and support services. She meets Rachel, a mother caring for her premature twins in the NICU, and Katie, an expectant mother in the antenatal ward. The episode also features Lucille Shehy, the assistant director of midwifery, who discusses training programs and career opportunities for new graduates. Finally, staff midwife Leah Hawhi joins in-studio to share her daily experiences, offer advice for partners, and reassure first-time parents about the birthing process.
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Intro: National Maternity Hospital visit
Interview: Rachel and her premature twins in NICU
Interview: Katie, an inpatient expectant mother
Interview: Lucille Sheedy on midwifery training
Interview: Leah Hawhi on daily life as a midwife
Outro: Lunchtime Live sign-off
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