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Journal of a Student Midwife [Abridged, Audiobook, Box set, Illustrated, Large Print] [Paperback]

Ellie Ryan (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: 28 May 2012 | ISBN-10: 184624708X | ISBN-13: 978-1846247088
Ever since she had her own children in her early twenties, Ellie Ryan was determined to become a midwife - 'the best job in the world'! After her children started school, Ellie began the demanding training she needed to achieve her ambition.

Ellie kept a blog-style journal throughout her training; the result combines laughter and friendship with poignant reminders that life is never as simple as we would like it to be. There are high points as Ellie takes steps towards reaching her goal; gaining confidence in her profession and helping women bring their babies into the world. On the other hand, Ellie worries that she will never have what it takes to become 'a proper midwife' and feels terrible guilt about the detrimental effect her pursuit of this career could be having on her family. This real-life story provides an intimate and candid account of the author's journey towards becoming a midwife and the struggle to balance her professional and family life.

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  • Paperback: 296 pages
  • Publisher: Book Guild Ltd (28 May 2012)
  • Language: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Welsh
  • ISBN-10: 184624708X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1846247088
  • Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.4 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 169,653 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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About the Author

After being made redundant from her job in a call-centre, Ellie Ryan decided she would return to college to train as a nurse. After working as a nurse for a year she returned to university in order to achieve her dream of becoming a midwife. Ellie is now a practising midwife, living with her two children and new husband.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST FOR ANYONE WANTING TO BECOME A MIDWIFE!! 27 May 2012
By Wendy McGregor
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I couldn't put it down! Anyone who is considering embarking on a midwifery degree should read this. An honest, accurate and sometimes heartbreaking account of the amazing highs and lows of student midewifedom.
So well written...made me laugh and cry at times.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for aspiring midwives 14 Aug 2012
By Fellow SMNetter
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As a student midwife about to start this academic year, I found Ellie's book gave a really good insight as to what to expect as a student midwife.

The book not only talks about her struggles with completing the course but also the effects it had on her family life and this to me was a real eye opener.

I would recommend anyone who is aspiring to become a midwife to read this book so that they can gain a real understanding of the demands of the midwifery degree course.

Well done Ellie! Looking forward to reading your next book as a Newly Qualified Midwife ;)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Eye-opening & Informative - a MUST for all student midwives 14 Aug 2012
By Immysmum
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I bought this book after reading about it on a student midwife forum. I begin my midwifery training in Sept 2012 and wanted an inside view from someone who had already done it. This book is written very well and pulls no punches. It highlights the highs and, more importantly for me, the lows. The author clearly loves both her family and her career - I honestly felt as though I was going through all of it with her, she deserves full credit for being able to draw the reader in so completely. I have recommended this book to everyone who will be in my cohort, and I have also encouraged my husband to read it!! It is informative, enthralling and, in my opinion, a must-read book for all student midwives and those aspiring to be student midwives.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
An easy to read and insightful book for those considering or embarking upon a midwifery degree. I wanted to know what happened next in her life!
Published 11 days ago by angela
5.0 out of 5 stars Fab
Great read! Couldn't put it down!
Great for student midwives or midwife wannabes!

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Published 26 days ago by babyding
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
I borrowed a copy from a friend and I just had to buy it for myself so I can read again and again.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs Tammy Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Great, honest, funny and moving
Am thinking of studying midwifery next year and this book has given me food for thought on how I will manage it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by T. Garrett
5.0 out of 5 stars A must for all student midwives
Excellent book and a must read for all student midwives, but especially student midwives with children. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jeanette Pembleton
3.0 out of 5 stars Bit pricey
Good read but there are similar books out there that aren't nearly as expensive! Overall a good read which is useful for prospective midwives
Published 3 months ago by Nicola French
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
An excellent read, providing insight into a physically and emotionally demanding course. A must-read for anybody considering a career in Midwifery,
Published 5 months ago by MC
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Very honest account of life as a student midwife and wife and mother. Enjoyable to read. Would recommend to anyone who is thinking about this career path
Published 6 months ago by Lindsay Haq
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
A must read for any aspiring midwife. I became obsessed with this book, couldnt put it down. Shame i had to finnish it.
Published 6 months ago by Laura
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
This book gives a real insight into what it's like to be a student midwife while juggling a family also. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Emma Thomas
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