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philosophy of childbirth
My philosophy is very simple. I believe woman are the experts in the realm of childbirth. All pregnant women have instincts that need to be nurtured, so they are empowered to care for themselves. The more information and access to reteach-based knowledge pregnant women are given, the more intelligent their decisions.
A woman should feel comfortable and content with her choices to remove fear and doubt, thus enhancing her pregnancy.
My role as midwife is one of listening, caring, observing, informing, supporting, facilitating and assisting the pregnant woman to achieve “childbirth” to her optimum desires.
You can hear me talk more about this on a podcast I was interviewed on.
NINETTE HUME
I have been a midwife for 31 years, worked both in NHS and as an independent midwife throughout this period. In the last 2 years I have now chosen to only work as an independent midwife as I believe home is the safest place to birth your baby when all is well.
I am from Denmark and have 5 beautiful children and currently 5 gorgeous grandchildren, who I adore, I have a lot of time and patience and I feel passionate about natural birth. I was honoured to be my own daughters midwife. I love creating homemade nutritious food for family and friends, as well as the women I look after. I enjoy having coffee, sewing and going for walks with my friends in my spare time.
PODCAST
I was interviewed by Dr Rachel Taylor for her podcast.
Listen to the whole podcast are read the episode notes below.
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Get ready for an enlightening and heartfelt episode of the Unbroken Podcast! We’re diving deep into the world of childbirth, empathy, and the power of love. Dr. Rachel Taylor chats candidly with Ninette, a devoted midwife, about nurturing mothers during childbirth.
You’ll discover the significance of nurturing environments and why trust and empathy are the secret ingredients to a positive birthing experience. We’ll also shine a light on how medicalisation has impacted childbirth, eroding trust in women’s instincts. Spoiler: oxytocin, the “hormone of love,” plays a big role.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. Traumatic childbirth experiences have a lasting impact on mothers and babies. This episode is packed with insights on why empathy, kindness, and genuine care are absolute game-changers in the birthing room.
Standout quote: “Women actually sadly don’t realise that they have control over their own bodies. And I think because birth has become so medicalised in hospital, money comes into it and it’s become a business even for the NHS.” – Ninette, Midwife
Ready to Make a Change?
Join us as we call for a shift away from medicalisation and toward trust in women’s instincts and bodies. Encourage expectant mothers to seek nurturing environments and healthcare providers who prioritise empathy. Let’s spread the word about the importance of emotional support and kindness during childbirth. It’s time to advocate for holistic and empowering birthing experiences. Together, we can empower women, create positive environments, and redefine the way we welcome new life into this world.