"Let's fika first"! A look at Swedish midwifery from a cultural perspective.
Sweden is the third largest country in Europe and has a population of approximately nine million people. Swedish midwives are highly esteemed, autonomous and respected by the population. This article discusses cultural aspects of working as a midwife in Sweden along with the obstacle of learning a new language and various new methods of midwifery care. This personal account of my placement in Sweden is intended to offer insight to midwives and nurses who may contemplate working there.
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Jo Beth
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