Birth attendant

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Birth Attendant

A Birth Attendant (pronunciation: /bɜːrθ əˈtɛndənt/) is a healthcare professional who provides care and support to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. The term can refer to a number of different types of professionals, including midwives, obstetricians, doulas, and nurses.

Etymology

The term "Birth Attendant" is derived from the English words "birth," meaning the act or process of bearing or bringing forth offspring, and "attendant," meaning a person who attends another, as to perform a service.

Roles and Responsibilities

A Birth Attendant's primary role is to assist women in childbirth, ensuring the safety and health of both the mother and the baby. They may provide emotional support, physical comfort measures, and, in some cases, perform clinical tasks such as monitoring the mother's vital signs and the baby's heart rate, administering medications, and assisting with the delivery of the baby.

Related Terms

  • Midwife: A healthcare professional who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, women's sexual and reproductive health, and newborn care.
  • Obstetrician: A doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, and a woman's reproductive system.
  • Doula: A trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth.
  • Nurse: A healthcare professional who is trained to care for people who are sick or injured.

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