message me: what did you take away from this episode? Ep 91 (http://ibit.ly/Re5V) Ans Luyben part 2 on midwifery's impact and building educational communities@PhDMidwives #research #midwifery #Netherlands #Switzerland #Germany #education @bournemouthunihttps://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ans-LuybenWhat happens when the academic journey takes you across borders, and your biggest triumphs and challenges are shaped by unfamiliar surroundings? This episode offers a heartfelt exploration of the PhD experience, shining a spotlight on the emotional and practical hurdles faced by students studying abroad. Ans continues to unpack stories of resilience and commitment, where supportive supervisors and a sense of duty to research participants become vital lifelines. We also contrast the cultural nuances of celebrating the milestone of completing a PhD in Scotland's communal ceremonies versus Holland's personalized moments, and ponder the impact of digital submissions on the joy of achievement.We then shift gears to explore the often-overlooked world of midwifery, where relationships hold more power than hospital walls. Ans highlight the ethical environment necessary for antenatal care and argue for the acknowledgment of midwives' profound impact, especially in countries where their contributions are undervalued. This segment calls for midwives to transcend institutional boundaries, strengthening their bonds with expectant mothers and redefining healthcare's relational dynamics as a competitive advantage.Finally, Ans delves into the broader themes of academic recognition and community building. The undervaluation of doctorates, particularly among women, and the transformative journey of a PhD, open up discussions on the unique skill sets developed and their potential to drive organizational growth. We also reflect on the essential role schools play beyond academics, as crucial social ecosystems where children learn the importance of caring for each other. This thought-provoking episode invites listeners to consider the multifaceted nature of education and the profound impact of community-focused learning. Support the showDo you know someone who should tell their story?email me - [email protected] aim is for this to be a fortnightly podcast with extra episodes thrown inThis podcast can be found on various socials as @thruthepinardd and our website -https://thruthepinardpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or ibit.ly/Re5V

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