Associate Minister of
Health
New measures to help bolster the
midwifery workforce as they care for the next generation of
New Zealanders, have been announced today by Associate
Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall.
“New
Zealand’s midwives are committed to the wellbeing of women
and whānau, but they’re facing significant challenges.
The DHB midwifery workforce has been shrinking, while demand
for their services and expertise is increasing,” Ayesha
Verrall said.
“In order to support them, clinical
coaches will stand shoulder to shoulder with midwives on the
maternity wards, as they care for the health and medical
needs of pregnant and birthing women.