• Mum of 2 in my thirties.
• Previous career as a Veterinary Nurse.
• Entry requirements with A-levels and vet. nursing qualification, plus an online course.
• Lots of emotions surrounding application to university.
• Overjoyed to be offered first an interview, and then a place!
• Advice - prepare for interview and look into finances.
• Work/study/life balance.
• Be organised and prepared

What I enjoy about midwifery:

• Being WITH WOMEN.
• Helping women to feel safe.
• Communication and building relationships with both families and colleagues.
• Variety of placement areas and roles.
• No two days are the same.
• Eye opening – demographic – affluence vs poverty.
• Cohort support.