Optimise wellbeing through ensuring that midwives have access to appropriate working hours and regular breaks

Organisations should review their maternity staffing levels using a recognised workforce planning tool, such as Birthrate Plus, to make sure they have the appropriate midwifery establishment for their workload. (p.5)

Professional supervision should be viewed as a competency requirement and be incorporated into the midwifery recertification programme.

A centralized patient database could reduce administrative burden and facilitate shared care.