Midwifery Personal Statement Essay

My interest in a career in midwifery stems from my fascination in the process of the development of a few cells to a new-born. The thought of helping someone through a stressful yet exciting time of their life, throughout the nine months from conception to birth and afterwards with the care of both mother and baby, compels me to be involved in this profession. To expand my knowledge I regularly read articles from the Royal College of Midwives, in order to stay informed of current issues regarding midwifery.
My voluntary work at Liverpool Royal Hospital, for the last two years, has given me a great insight to the work of a midwife and the inner workings and the cooperation between them. I have been able to gain some work experience from different aspects of healthcare. I have guided people around the hospital and talked to those who wanted
Whilst on the Oncology Ward, I observed cataract surgery. What astounded me was the amazing trust between patient and the surgical team, especially since the patient was awake during the procedure. All of this has allowed me to develop many essential skills: cooperating as a team to working independently, using my own initiative; skills that would prove useful when studying for midwifery. Seeing patients in pain move to a much calmer state has reinforced my aspirations to be a midwife. After shadowing a senior doctor, I realised that each patient must be treated with individual care and quality to ensure everyone involved is in a safe and trusting environment. I have arranged to shadow a midwife on a weekly basis, giving me an insight into the earlier stages of pregnancy and the clear explanations that the midwife would give to settle a mother’s