1 in 6 couples face fertility issues & most employees can't speak about it in fear it will hurt their careers.
There's no UK-wide work policy for fertility treatment & no statutory right to time off work or employer guidance for support.
We need change: lnkd.in/eHtt9mHH
@ljmu-ris.bsky.social #IVF
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Research Prioritisation Project - Royal College of Midwives
research prioritisation project Maternity research receives less funding than many other areas of healthcare. This project will discover the gaps in evidence across all areas of midwifery practiceβ¦
Maternity research receives less funding than many other areas of healthcare. Our Research Prioritisation project will discover the gaps in evidence and identify a top 10 research priorities. Answer our survey to have your say and help to influence the future of research.
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Never underestimate the ripple effect that youβre healing and your kindness is having on the world picture by Katie abey
Black writing pastel background
βA single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.β Amelia Earhart
The kindness you share creates ripples beyond what you can see - shaping moments, people, and futures in ways that matter. π§‘
(Artwork by Katie Abey)
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Join us for the event of the midwifery and maternity calendar, RCM conference and exhibition, at the ICC Birmingham on 30 April and 1 May 2025! https://buff.ly/4hsVuWb
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Itβs okay to take time to rest when you need it
Image: www.instagram.com/grace.and.co...
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Mental Health Bill explained: how changes affect nursing staff | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
What's in the bill? Read the RCN's guide for nursing staff, and what we're doing to influence change
The Mental Health Bill 2025 β planned changes to laws around mental health β is currently being considered by MPs. π
From its proposals, to our position, find everything you need to know about the Bill in our explainer β¬οΈ
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[ID: #MondayMood. Image of a mum sitting on a rainbow bench, breastfeeding her child.]
Good morning!
How are we all feeling this Monday?
This #MondayMood picture always brightens up our day - so we're leaving it here for you to brighten up yours β€οΈπ§‘πππππ©·
You can find our local services and groups on our website:
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drop-in-centres-map/
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Different infant sleeping arrangements (like bed-sharing vs solitary infant sleep) are associated with different outcomes for mums and babies. To further investigate, we're looking for pregnant women anywhere in the UK to join our study. π
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Help the RCOG identify critical research priorities in womenβs and peopleβs health.
From gynaecological conditions to maternity care and health in older age, your voice matters. Complete the short survey and contribute to the future of health research: https://s.mtrbio.com/pswvkfcbor
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Please support the wonderful @ingridboedker.bsky.social @ljmuofficial.bsky.social with her important study
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LJMU sport and gym memberships 2025
LJMU Sport and Gym memberships have decreased for the remainder of 2025 with discounted prices from Β£20 for students and Β£35 for staff and alumni.
Our LJMU Sport and Gym memberships have decreased for the remainder of 2025 π
Discounted prices now start from Β£20 for students and Β£35 for staff and alumni.
Find out more and sign up β‘οΈ www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/new...
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Research Supervisor Induction
βPart of the LJMU LEAD Programme β Leadership Enhancement and Developmentβ
This induction is mandatory for all new supervisors of research degrees, and for staff new to LJMU who a...
We still have a couple of places left on next Wednesdayβs Research Supervisor Induction. If youβre a member of staff who is new to doctoral supervision, or if youβre new to LJMU and planning to supervise, this event is for you! ljmu.libcal.com/event/4298081
See also www.ljmu.ac.uk/the-doctoral...
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Did you know you can continue to breastfeed when you're ill?
Your milk contains antibodies to the infection, which may protect your child.
For information on medication you can take - check out our Cough and Cold Remedies Factsheet, here:
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/factsheet/cold-remedies/
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π’ The RCM has welcomed new funding for infant feeding & perinatal mental health support in England.
π€± Breastfeeding support from midwives and MSWs can boost confidence and have a lasting impact on a babyβs health.
π Mental health care during and after pregnancy is essential.
10.01.2025 15:44 β π 6 π 1 π¬ 1 π 0
Longitudinal Study | Liverpool Night-time Caregiving Study
We now recruiting pregnant mothers-to-be in their third trimester, between the ages of 18 and 45 and who live in the UK, for an online longitudinal study. For more details, see : nighttimecaregiving.study/longitudinal/
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Four pictures of nursing staff. Text reads: Guide to common English expressions
On #InternationalMigrantsDay, we thank our amazing migrant care workers for all you do. ππ
If you're new to the UK, it can be confusing to hear phrases like βall earsβ or βcold turkeyβ. Check out our guide to common English expressions β‘οΈ https://buff.ly/4fju9Ea
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Midwifery students are the future of midwifery and the RCM is here to support and guide you throughout your student journey and beyond. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3ZJbL1w
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Delighted to announce our longitudinal study: now recruiting pregnant mothers-to-be in their third trimester, between the ages of 18 and 45, who live in the UK. If you are interested in participating, please email the Research Team: NighttimeCaregiving@LJMU.ac.uk π€°
Website: nighttimecaregiving.study
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Just my first post on BlueSky to support one of my wonderful PhD students @ingridboedker.bsky.social and wondering who is on here from the Midwifery and @ljmuofficial.bsky.social Community?
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I'm a mum, a maternity support worker, keen RCM Activist, East Lancs branch chair, Views expressed are my own shares don't mean endorsement
Senior Lecturer, Conservation Biology & Ecology. BOU & BES Associate Editor. SFHEA. Proud IVF Mum, Birder, & Metalhead. Parkrun & Steam locos π€ She/Her. Views are mine π€
Professor and Chair of the Department of Epidemiology at Boston University School of Public Health
Wester Hailes GP & GP Lead #HealthInequalities @NHSLothian | Dep Chair ScotCouncil @BMAScotland| Equality Equity NHS #DeepEndGP #breastfeeding @GP_IFN #ACEs Positivity! #littlefreelibraries @intedalumni #poetry
Professional Lead and LME, Midwife Academic, Researcher and Educator. Queen super fan, Stormtrooper in Stilettos π
Clinical Academic Midwife. Consultant, Teacher & Researcher. Breech Specialist β€οΈπ. Available for short-term clinical research visits (up to 3mos) to support your team to build newer, safer breech birth skills. https://makingbirthsafer.optibreech.uk/courses
Doctoral Researcher,Associate Professor for Nursing&Midwifery Education leadership, Zenith Global Health Award Winner,former Director of Education, SFHEA, governor, Consultant Editor,Nurse,Midwife,,RCN StW REP,Health visitor&all things EDI&Social Justice.
Obstetric medicine physician and researcher @cusm-muhc.bsky.social. Passionate about improving maternal health outcomes. #CardioObstetrics enthusiast.
Associate Professor in OBGYN at University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha. Placental biologist, nanomedicine specialist, tea-drinker, Brit abroad. Views my own.
The UK's professional membership body for #publichealth. We work with our members to protect and improve health for all. www.fph.org.uk
NHS midwife, activist, author of Womb (NYT Editorsβ Choice), Hard Pushed (UK Sunday Times bestseller) and Birth Wars (coming 2027 from Allen Lane/Penguin Press). Trustee, Amma Birth Companions. www.leahhazard.co.uk. All views my own.
Not slowing down yet midwife,educator,researcher,author,editor, Worshipper,trying to make a difference. My views only. https://midwifery-quilt.co.uk/
social psychology βͺοΈ metascience βͺοΈ philosophy of science βͺοΈ higher education
Professor at Durham University, UK. He/him.
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/markrubinsocialpsychresearch/
Substack: https://markrubin.substack.com/
Senior Lecturer in Psychology @LJMU
Director of Networks and Wellbeing Lab: https://wellbeing.owlstown.net
Research interests in social bonds in primates and humans.
https://profiles.ljmu.ac.uk/12295-sam-roberts
Eco-warrior, author & editor, academic, INTJ, functional minimalist, scientific pantheist - trees, birds, allotments, wildlife, climate, air quality, dark skies
Medical doctor; Accredited psychotherapist; Best-selling MH author ("Beyond Prozac"); MH course creator. 2025 therapist course: "Working with People with a Psychiatric Diagnosis" - https://youtu.be/nDiULntEmsw
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