Royal College of Midwives 💙

The RCM responds to the Independent Review of Maternity Services at Nottingham University Hospitals.

Engaging in Meaningful Conversations with Women Living with Diabetes webinar 📅 2 July 2026 ⏰ 12:00–1:30pm Explore: 🗣️ How communication shapes women’s experiences 🤝 Using supportive, person‑centred language 👉 Book your place now #MaternityCare #CompassionateCare

Top 10 Maternity Research Priorities Virtual Symposium 💻✨ 📅 23 June 2026 ⏰ 10:00AM – 3:00PM 👉 Secure your place today and help shape better outcomes for women and families buff.ly/1B4PKyD #Midwifery #MaternityResearch #Midwives #ResearchMatters

Student Midwife Conference | 3–4 November | Manchester 📍 The student midwife journey is a powerful story of growth, resilience & purpose. Join us for a conference that brings this journey to life. 👉️ Book now buff.ly/ZIFroTM #ProudToBeAStudentMidwife

The 34th Triennial Congress has closed, new friendships forged, old bonds strengthened. 3,000 of us came together, made our voices heard, shared experiences, challenges and successes. See you in Abu Dhabi 2029. The world needs a million more midwives. #ProudToBeAMidwife

Leading with inclusion and compassion, the growth and impact of Wales’ midwifery leadership development group. Julie Richards, Director of RCM Cymru, shares a poster co-created for ICM Congress showcasing RCM Cymru’s work in developing leaders across Wales. #Midwifery #Leadership

Julie Richards presented a poster at ICM Congress on the work developing the RCM Cymru Inclusive Maternity Network, co-produced with Jamie Morris. #InclusiveMaternity #MaternityCare

Julie Richards, Director RCM Cymru, praised an inspiring ICM Congress spotlighting Welsh midwifery. 17 Welsh members attended sharing their experiences and learning from midwives from across the globe. #ProudToBeAMidwife #Wales

Jaki Lambert, Director of RCM Scotland and ICM Mentor, joined a panel on inequality where we're born shapes opportunity and challenges ripple out. Building connections strengthens resilience so we can move forward together. #ProudToBeAMidwife #GlobalMidwifery

Heather Bower, Head of Education, delivered a poster on behalf of Ruby Handley-Stone, Professional Advisor Midwife (Education): It highlights the RCM’s work supporting student midwife groups. #ProudToBeAStudentMidwife #FutureMidwives

Caitlin Wilson, leadership advisor & consultant midwife, presented a poster on the RCM Syndeo Leadership Programme, highlighting, mentoring and career development boosting confidence, responsibility and team performance. #ProudToBeAMidwife #Leadership

Fantastic day at Barnsle Branch who received the RCM Award for Branch Campaign of the Year! Rae Trotter and steward Louise Taylor Pugh toured the unit, handed out hampers and award pens, and had positive chats about #SafeStaffing. Uplifting feedback all round. #RCMActivists

As ICM Congress wraps up, we're excited to showcase a selection of standout posters presented over the past four days. #ProudtoBeAMidwife #GlobalMidwifery

RCM's Sophie Russell on ICM Congress in Lisbon: inspiring talks, practical workshops and global partnerships shaping policy. #ProudToBeAMidwife #MidwiferyLeadership #GlobalMidwives

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Pride Month offers an important opportunity not only to celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities, but also to reflect on how healthcare systems, educators and professionals can continue striving towards genuinely inclusive care: buff.ly/UHjlViD

Student Midwife Conference | 3–4 November | Manchester 📍 The student midwife journey is a powerful story of growth, resilience & purpose. Join us for a conference that brings this journey to life. Share experiences & hear inspiring stories #StudentMidwives #StudentConference

Our final spotlight is Evie Brown, who is dedicated to providing women with safe, up-to-date information, advocating for their needs and delivering person-centred care. Thank you Evie & every student midwife who shared their story today Happy Student Midwives Celebration Day💕

Every placement is a step forward. Suzanne Allinson, apprentice midwife at the University of Huddersfield, shares how balancing family life, work and study is shaping her journey into a compassionate future midwife.💜 #ProudToBe #StudentMidwivesCelebrationDay

Being a student midwife is about learning, growing and making a difference. Charlene Spence is proud to combine evidence-based learning with practical experience while supporting women and their families through important moments💕 #StudentMidwivesCelebrationDay #ProudToBe

Every student midwife's journey is unique. For Oona McGuinness she takes pride in 'supporting and advocating for women when they are at their most vulnerable.' Thank you for sharing what makes you #ProudToBe a student midwife💜 #StudentMidwivesCelebrationDay #MidwiferyMatters