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February 14, 2026Women and Birth0 citationsOpen Access

Midwives’ competence and challenges in managing urgent childbirth during escalation and closure conditions in the West Bank-Palestine: A qualitative study

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FMFatima Hammad MadanyIDIbtesam Medhat Mohamad DwekatEAEatimad Abbas

Key Points

  • The study aims to identify the competencies and challenges faced by midwives in urgent childbirth conditions.
  • Conducted qualitative interviews with midwives in the West Bank-Palestine
  • Investigated their experiences in managing childbirth during emergency situations
  • Analyzed support systems available for midwives
  • Midwives reported challenges related to limited access to hospitals
  • Emphasized the importance of legal protections and skill enhancement
  • Identified a need for better mental and emotional support systems

Abstract

Empowering midwives is vital to ensuring that women have safe childbirth services in areas with limited access to hospitals. Empowerment can be achieved by strengthening their skills, providing legal protections, and ensuring access to medical instruments. Furthermore, midwives should be provided with support and guidance to enhance their mental and emotional well-being.

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Madany et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699010382ccff479cfe56c2fhttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.wombi.2026.102179
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