Midwife
MID-wyf /ˈmɪdwaɪf/
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What it really means
A health professional who cares for women during pregnancy and birth. In the UK, midwives (not doctors) lead most pregnancy care.
Chinese explanation
助产士：负责孕期和分娩护理的专业人员。在英国，大部分孕产护理由助产士（而非医生）主导。
Example conversation
A: I'm pregnant — do I see my GP every month?
B: You'll mostly see a midwife. Your surgery can book your first antenatal appointment.
A：我怀孕了，是每个月去看GP吗？
B：主要是见助产士。诊所可以帮你安排第一次产检。
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