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Student Midwife Stephanie
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2020
Hi, I'm Stephanie - follow me on my journey of becoming a midwife during a pandemic and as a mature student with three children of her own.
Opinion Piece From A Student Midwife | Staff Shortages Within The NHS
Hi, and welcome back! This weeks video is about a current issue we are facing within the NHS and specifically within the midwifery profession - staff shortages, and how they are directly impacting our ability to follow the NMC's Code. This is my opinions on this topic, but I have linked below to all the sources I refer to and a lot of other really helpful resources surrounding this topic.
RCM warns of midwife exodus as maternity staffing crisis grows- tinyurl.com/38w35p7h
NHS digital - tinyurl.com/4jpz2nmh
Kings Fund: The NHS workforce in England is in crisis: urgent action is required to tackle a vicious cycle of shortages and increased pressures on staff, which has been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic.
- tinyurl.com/dvu2mynk
Petition 'Support urgent government investment into maternity services to solve the staffing crisis' - tinyurl.com/nsyxwhnz
Metro article: The midwife exodus: ‘We just can’t give mums and babies the care they need’ - tinyurl.com/y2mv4khy
Independent: 'NHS England maternity services may need overhauling to ensure safety, say experts' - tinyurl.com/z5a6d7n2
Daily Mail: 'I used to be proud to be a midwife... now if I finish work and haven’t lost a baby or a woman, it’s a good day: The shattering words of one woman on the maternity frontline, in this deeply disturbing report on a profession in crisis' - tinyurl.com/avdpepfn
Resources:
Fund our NHS - tinyurl.com/zch4ux6r
Contact your local MP - tinyurl.com/chx5b3je
Book:
Hard Pushed: A midwife's story, by Leah Hazard
If you haven't checked her out yet Cheryl Samuels is a wonderful resource over on Instagram, she is also the creator of the Petition I have linked above. As I was uploading this video I saw she has added new resources on this topic find her @the_holistic_midwife
*All views are my own*
RCM warns of midwife exodus as maternity staffing crisis grows- tinyurl.com/38w35p7h
NHS digital - tinyurl.com/4jpz2nmh
Kings Fund: The NHS workforce in England is in crisis: urgent action is required to tackle a vicious cycle of shortages and increased pressures on staff, which has been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic.
- tinyurl.com/dvu2mynk
Petition 'Support urgent government investment into maternity services to solve the staffing crisis' - tinyurl.com/nsyxwhnz
Metro article: The midwife exodus: ‘We just can’t give mums and babies the care they need’ - tinyurl.com/y2mv4khy
Independent: 'NHS England maternity services may need overhauling to ensure safety, say experts' - tinyurl.com/z5a6d7n2
Daily Mail: 'I used to be proud to be a midwife... now if I finish work and haven’t lost a baby or a woman, it’s a good day: The shattering words of one woman on the maternity frontline, in this deeply disturbing report on a profession in crisis' - tinyurl.com/avdpepfn
Resources:
Fund our NHS - tinyurl.com/zch4ux6r
Contact your local MP - tinyurl.com/chx5b3je
Book:
Hard Pushed: A midwife's story, by Leah Hazard
If you haven't checked her out yet Cheryl Samuels is a wonderful resource over on Instagram, she is also the creator of the Petition I have linked above. As I was uploading this video I saw she has added new resources on this topic find her @the_holistic_midwife
*All views are my own*
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Interview Technique Improvements | University Midwifery Interview
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This video is really an evaluation of all the things I would do differently given another chance. As you may know I didn't receive an offer first try and was put on the waiting list. Here I examine all the mistakes I made first time around and the ways I would improve. Instagram: @studentmidwiferstephanie linktr.ee/studentmidwifestephanie
When things don't go to plan | Update on this years application : Mature Student Midwife 2021
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This video is just to update you all on how my application for Midwifery during the 2021/22 cycle went. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/clear-sky License code: TH3EHW2KYYKFNEIP Follow me on Instagram: @studentmidwifestephanie Blog: studentmidwifesteph.medium.com/
![Storytime | I failed my first year at University [Reflecting whilst waiting]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Unw0-nmboKo/mqdefault.jpg)
Storytime | I failed my first year at University [Reflecting whilst waiting]
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This is a storytime reflecting on when I failed my first year of university. I am currently waiting to hear back after interview for a midwifery degree. I am a mature student hoping to go back and retrain and it got me thinking of my first experience studying, and how there is always a way to recover from any situation. Follow me on instagram @studentmidwifestephanie I also have a blog studentm...
![VLOG | Midwifery Student Interview [Remote interview during a pandemic, 2020: Day in the life]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/CF8Dicjj4R8/mqdefault.jpg)
VLOG | Midwifery Student Interview [Remote interview during a pandemic, 2020: Day in the life]
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This video follows the day I interviewed for university to study midwifery as a mature student during a pandemic. To see more: Following me on instagram @studentmidwifestephanie Blog: studentmidwifesteph.medium.com/ Music: www.bensound.com
![Preparing for a Midwifery Degree Interview [Aspiring Midwifery Student Guide: 2020]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/l8nxPnjmRoc/mqdefault.jpg)
Preparing for a Midwifery Degree Interview [Aspiring Midwifery Student Guide: 2020]
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This video is for aspiring midwives and mature students, and covers how I am preparing for my upcoming midwifery degree interview. I cover the topics I am reading up on, and general hints and advice on preparing for any degree interview. Links literacy and numeracy resources -www.midwifecareer.com/university-midwife-literacy-tests/ www.keele.ac.uk/media/keeleuniversity/fachealth/fachealthnam/un...
![UCAS for Midwifery, a Mature Students Guide: 2020 [Personal Statements and References]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/hkL-uAP77vs/mqdefault.jpg)
UCAS for Midwifery, a Mature Students Guide: 2020 [Personal Statements and References]
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This video is for mature students and aspiring midwives. It aims to walk you through the main parts of the UCAS application, focusing on Personal Statements and References. I have applied this year for the academic year of 2021, and have just completed the application myself. LINKS: UCAS Step by Step guide th-cam.com/video/4OW7aIoEZqo/w-d-xo.html UCAS Advice for references: www.ucas.com/adviser...
![How To Become A Student Midwife [A Mature Students Guide: 2020]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/SCXHasEtkIQ/mqdefault.jpg)
How To Become A Student Midwife [A Mature Students Guide: 2020]
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This video is aimed at mature students, looking to go back and retrain as midwives (but also applies to nurses or anyone looking to go back to university). Starting over can be daunting, you may not know where to begin. This video attempts to make it simple. I will walk you through the steps I took as I begin my journey to return to university as a mature student; after being out of the workfor...
Hi :) I just found your video… I’m 44 and seriously considering applying… just feel too old :/ I’ve worked in maternity in the nhs for around 14 years (not currently) so have lots of relevant experience but just not sure…
Oh I really recommend it! We need all the midwife’s we can get, especially those who know what they are going into and are passionate about it! I’m so glad I applied, I feel like I’m starting a whole new chapter, and the majority of people on our course at our campus are over 30, and there is a huge range of ages. Also considering retirement is now 67 that would still be a 20 year career! Well 34 with your previous maternity experience! Oh I think you should go for it! 🥰
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 thank you for your lovely reply. I’m a single parents and although my son is 14 it would be very hard. No idea how we’d cope financially. I need to look into it all a bit more:) x
Ah yes it can be so hard to make all the pieces fit, but there is the nhs learning support fund where you can get £5000 just for doing the midwifery course, and another £2000 if you are a parent, and there are student loans available. Definitely look into it, but I know it can be so hard juggling it all. Wishing you the best xxx
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Thankyou for the video:) I will be doing my functional skills and access course soon. Really want to do this x thanks again x
That is so great to hear! I hope it all goes really well, and wish you all the best xx
Your videos are brilliant, not only informative but incredibly timely. As a prospective student midwife, thank you!
Thank you so much! That really means a lot, and I wish you all the best xxx
Thank you ❤️
I just want to say I’m so happy for you! When I was watching the first half of the video, I was thinking ‘howww have they not offered her a place! She would be the most amazing midwife!!’. Then I saw you got the call, ahhh yay, you truly deserve it! I’ve just started my midwifery course yesterday, I’m excited to follow along on your journey! 💕
Ah thank you so much! It was quite the rollercoaster, but luckily it worked out in the end. Congratulations on starting your course! Wishing you the very best ❤️
You got me biting my nails in the first half, for it to be positively turned around 🥰 Also can I just say that I absolutely love your interior! My kind of aestethic xx
Ah thank you, wish I could say it was my doing, but my husband is 100% responsible. He will be so pleased you like it. ❤️
Thank you for this, I’m a mature student and started my personal statement today 🥰
Ah that’s lovely, good luck, I hope it goes really well 🥰
Yay!!!!
100% agree with the mention the parts of your personal statement. My first interview for edge hill I just assumed she already knew I’d done bfi training and things as it was in my personal statement. I honestly don’t think the interviewer had read it in hindsight. I was put on the waitlist. My made sure in my second interview I mentioned everything in my PS and got an offer the next day in the November!Xx
Ah that's so brilliant! Congratulations! Glad it wasn't just me also! I wish you the very best xxx
Huge congratulations 🎉 I’m just about to apply this year but for a 2023 deferred entry due to being on maternity leave/childcare, looking forward to following your journey ☺️ xx
Thank you so much! And good luck with your application, wishing you the very best ❤️
So happy for you - huge congratulations! I completely relate to all the waiting that you had to go through to get to this point - what a rollercoaster. Well done for sticking in there. I’m starting first year this September too so looking forward to following your videos ☺️ All the best!
Thank you, and congratulations to you too, wishing you the very best on your course ❤️
Wow!! Massive congratulations!! It sounds like the waiting was excruciating, but I'm so pleased for you that it has turned out well. Wishing you loads of luck for your course, and I can't wait to follow along with your journey for inspiration as I begin my own application process. Xxx
Thank you so much! Good luck with your application, wishing you the very best xxx
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 Thank you! 😍
You haven't uploaded any updates or plans . . Everything okay?
Hey, life has been a bit crazy and I have fallen a little behind on things, but am editing an update currently, so hopefully in the next few days xxx
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 awesome stuff x
Loved this video, thank you so much! It's helpful for me to break it down in to steps, otherwise I overwhelm myself and think I can't do it. I looked into the Access course back in 2013 at my local college but ended up having 2 children fairly close together instead!! The last 7-8 years feel like a bit of a blur. I thought I'd closed the book on the idea of midwifery long ago, I currently work in an office part time but I can't shake the feeling that maybe I could at least try the access course!! I've always labelled myself as 'not academic' so need to find some confidence I think. The main think I do worry about is, if I did get that far, the missing out on family life as I always want to be the one there at school pick ups etc. Sorry for the long post!!
Ah you should definitely go for it! The access course is a great way to dip your foot in the water academically, and you will probably find you are far more academic than you thought. This is very exciting! I hope you go for it xxx
Have you had your interview outcome yet? I hope you got in, you would make an amazing midwife x
I haven’t yet, I was hoping to know by now. But can’t be much longer, the deadline is May 20th. Thank you so much for your kind words ❤️
i’ve got mine tomorrow arggg😂🤦🏼♀️xx
Ah that’s so exciting!! Good luck tomorrow xxx
This was really informative thank you :-) I'll be starting an access course in September.. I did business at university and have worked in business-y roles ever since! I've come to realise though that I'm not fully fulfilled just improving some numbers on a page, and want to do something more meaningful. I have always wanted to be a midwife but I didn't get high enough science grades at A level so I just went with what I was good at at the time.. but now I'm older I'm starting to think about what direction I really want my life to go in - so I'm taking the plunge!! Wish you all the luck with everything and I will be following along your journey :-) x
Ah that’s wonderful! Good for you! I was the same for years. I thought I would never be smart enough to become a midwife, but as I have gotten older I don’t see anywhere else I want to be. Good luck with your access course, I hope it all goes well and thank you xxx
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 Aww thank you ☺️ That's it, it's just the case of finally taking the plunge and going for it! xxx
what kind of q's did you ask at the end?
I asked how Covid was impacting learning and teaching at the university, and one more that I can’t remember now 🤣
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 thank you so much
where was your interview for? I'm sure you were amazing
Good luck on your journey ✌🏼
Thank you 🙌
Thank you! I have an interview in January! So nervous! 😅
Wishing you lots of luck XX
ahh i have mine today!! i’m so nervous 😭😭
Good luck today 😀
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 thank you lovely x
Good luck!
Thank you xxx
Thank you so much for this video, can't wait for the next one.
I have to do my GCSE Mathematics and English before joining.
Awesome, will you be doing that soon, or are you thinking a few years? How old are your kids?
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 just had a baby in October and one child in nursery and the other in primary school. I might do it in a couple months.
Wow! You must have your hands full! Well that’s fantastic! I wish you all the best xxx
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 I do and thank you
Mother of three, got a degree and want to do a midwifery degree .
That's great! I really hope you go for it! ❤❤❤
@@studentmidwifestephanie9627 I will in the future