May 5 marks International Day of the Midwife, a day dedicated to acknowledging the essential contributions of midwives in maternal health.
This year's theme, "one million more," underscores the significant shortage of midwives as highlighted by research from the World Health Organization.
Personal stories, such as that of a man inspired by the midwives who saved his mother, emphasize the importance of this profession and the need for more trained professionals in the field.