Time We Discuss | Career Exploration Podcast with Real Professionals and Real Stories17 Aug 2025

What Is It REALLY Like Being a Midwife?

In this segment of "Time We Discuss" we look at what it's like to be a midwife.

Ever wondered what it's like to be a midwife? In this episode of Time We Discuss, Amanda Snyder shares insights into the world of midwifery, highlighting the importance of communication and the realities of working in a birth center. She also touches on nursing and what it takes to succeed in this fulfilling career. Stay tuned to learn more about maternity and the world of midwifery!

Amanda also provides some amazing insights on how others can easily pivot into this career, even if you don't necessarily have a nursing background.

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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:51 - Typical Day as a Midwife
6:02 - What types of shifts do midwives typically work?
6:34 - How common are midwives - what's the growth trend?
8:03 - Some of the bad stuff about midwifery
11:58 - Growth opportunities for midwives
12:24 - What does a doctor midwife do?
13:33 - Are all midwives also nurse practitioners?
14:12 - Surprising education routes to becoming a midwife
17:28 - How shifts typically work for new midwives
18:51 - What does continuing education look like for midwives?
19:47 - Are there any hidden costs or expenses with being a midwife?
20:38 - How common is it for employers to pick up these costs?
20:56 - Talent Has the Floor
21:39 - Outro

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