UNIT 1 Introduction to midwifery 📘 Introduction to Midwifery. 🔹 Definition of Midwifery: Midwifery is a health science and profession that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, and the care of newborns. It focuses on normal reproductive processes and provides skilled, evidence-based care to women and babies. 🔹 Scope of Midwifery Practice: 🔹 Goals of Midwifery: 🔹 Role of the Nurse-Midwife: 🔹 Qualities of a Good Midwife: 🔹 Midwifery in