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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Sep 6

Join us on Tuesday (9 September) for the next free webinar in our Race to Lunch series. This session will once again be hosted by @DiverseCymru and will cover 'Race, ethnicity & identity'. Book your free ticket here:

Race to lunch: Race, ethnicity & identity - Royal College of Midwives

Event Details Date: 9 September 2025 Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Capacity: 100 Available spaces: 100 Registration: Open Book Now

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 16

Join us on 16 September for a webinar on Anti-D Ig errors and immune anti-D SHOT. This webinar includes a 20-minute overview of chapter content and a 40-minute Q&A. Ask questions, clarify doubts and share improvements. Book your free ticket:

Anti-D Ig errors and immune anti-D SHOT webinar - Royal College of Midwives

Event Details Date: 16 September 2025 Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Capacity: 50 Available spaces: 50 Registration: Open Book Now

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 15

We extend our warmest wishes to Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal on her birthday. We are deeply grateful for her continued patronage and support of our work.

Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 14

Have you booked your ticket to our next Race to Lunch webinar yet? Join us on 9 September for a session on Race, ethnicity & identity led by Tony Hendrickson of Diverse Cymru. Learn more and book your ticket: rcm.org.uk/events/2025/...

Race to lunch: Race, ethnicity & identity - Royal College of Midwives

Event Details Date: 9 September 2025 Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Capacity: 100 Available spaces: 100 Registration: Open Book Now

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 13

'“These are people, mainly women, who have worked incredibly hard to complete their degree. One of the students we spoke to this week said that studying midwifery isn’t for the faint hearted, and she’s right.' Read more: rcm.org.uk/news/2025/08...

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 13

A neurodivergent midwife who felt unsupported on her role successfully secured workplace adjustments and a renewed confidence in her role with support from the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). Read more:

RCM support helps neurodivergent midwife secure workplace adjustments - Royal College of Midwives

A neurodivergent midwife who felt unsupported on her role successfully secured workplace adjustments and a renewed confidence in her role with support from the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). The…

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 12

We are very excited to be attending the MSW Conference tomorrow (13 August). After the success of the last two years, BCU is excited to offer this sell-out event again at a new, bigger venue. Please tag us in your pictures from the event so we can see what you get up to.

Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 12

Though other submission deadlines have now closed for our RCM Awards 2026, we are still welcoming submissions for both Student midwife of the year and Midwifery society of the year! buff.ly/MEta0p7 #RCMAwards2026

Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 11

Confirmation that plans to implement a grossly unfair acute on call rota for midwives in South Tyneside and Sunderland have been scrapped has been welcomed by the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). Read more:

On call proposals scrapped by Trust following RCM ballot result - Royal College of Midwives

Confirmation that plans to implement a grossly unfair acute on call rota for midwives in South Tyneside and Sunderland have been scrapped has been welcomed by the Royal College of Midwives (RCM)The…

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 11

“Today’s news will be a massive relief to graduating midwives across England. We’re pleased that Wes Streeting has listened to us and to our student members and taken action." Head to our website to learn more about today's announcement.. buff.ly/EaBJNLF

Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 8

We are very pleased to announce that our Welsh team have officially rebranded to RCM Cymru as of today! Learn more about this change and why it's so important to use Welsh in maternity and neonatal services:

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 5

Join us on 8 September for the third webinar in this year's Race to Lunch series. We will once again be joined by Tony Hendrickson from Diverse Cymru this time on the topic of Race, ethnicity and identity.

Race to lunch: Race, ethnicity & identity - Royal College of Midwives

Event Details Date: 9 September 2025 Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Capacity: 100 Available spaces: 100 Registration: Open Book Now

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 4

World Breastfeeding Week (1-7 August 2025) is celebrated every year in the first week of August. Head to our website to read 'Building the foundations: supporting Breastmilk Feeding for Infants in Foster Care'.

Building the foundations: supporting Breastmilk Feeding for Infants in Foster Care - Royal College of Midwives

“She said my breastmilk was not safe for my baby” “They said my baby did not like my milk” “They say my baby is upset after drinking my milk” “He said I was making too much milk” These quotes…

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 4

There are just three days left until our Vaccination in pregnancy: Learning update for midwives! Join us for this free webinar to listen and learn from vaccine experts on how important it is to encourage women to get vaccinated.

Vaccination in pregnancy: Learning update for midwives’ - Royal College of Midwives

Event Details Date: 7 August 2025 Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Capacity: 60 Available spaces: -70 Registration: Open Book Now

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 3

Following last year’s inspiring SMiLe conference, RCM Scotland are bringing you another incredible event this year where the key theme for day is ‘by your side’. Learn more and secure your ticket: bit.ly/3GR07wx

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 2

We have just posted an exciting opportunity for a seasoned media professional passionate about health. Join Team RCM as a Media Relations Advisor (maternity cover), learn more and apply:

Media Relations Advisor (maternity cover) - Royal College of Midwives

Media Relations Advisor (maternity cover)

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 2

If you're looking for research to take part in, need a place to advertise your own study or want to learn more about funding available to you - our Research webpage has it all and is updated regularly with the latest information.

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Research The RCM has research at its core. Our Research Strategy indicates the determination of the RCM to be an organisation that has research evidence at its core and that is committed to enhancing…

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 1

RCM Wales want to hear what you would like from the next St David's Day conference. What speakers or what good practice would you like to showcase or learn about? Fill in this short survey to get involved:

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Be heard, collaborate, and share ideas—make meetings and classes more engaging with real conversations.

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Aug 1

We have extended the submission deadline to our RCM Awards 2026 to 8 August 2025. If you were thinking of applying but haven't yet had the chance, head to our website to learn more and get involved! No accomplishment is too small to be acknowledged. buff.ly/aza8YOb

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Jul 31

ICYMI: our latest blog 'Supporting Newly Qualified Midwife employment: What the RCM is doing' explores the latest RCM survey results and Fiona Gibb talks through the RCM's next steps in remedying the struggle students are facing in getting jobs. buff.ly/m4LNIVr

Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Jul 29

Join us in London next Spring for the RCM's Education and Research Conference 2026!

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Jul 25

We are extending the entry deadline to the RCM Awards 2026 to ensure that we are capturing all of the work that our members do for the women and families in their care. You now have until 8 August to put yourself forward. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/aza8YOb

Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Jul 15

Every Tuesday we send out a research bulletin to all of those who are in our WhatsApp channel. This includes the latest updates, spotlights on studies that you can get involved in and signposts to things you may have missed. Join now: buff.ly/CdTpEOt

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Jul 14

Have you missed out on any of our webinars in the past year? We have recently compiled them all for members to watch back at any time. Head to our website, login and catch up here: buff.ly/jfRaTF9

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Royal College of Midwives @rcm.org.uk · Jul 14

In a recent survey it was found that mothers often referred to midwives as a trusted source of advice on vaccination. Join us on 7 August for a learning update for midwives' on vaccination in pregnancy. buff.ly/hQ8i73V

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