midwife
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midwife
A trained professional who provides medical care and advice to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Die Hebamme unterstützte die werdende Mutter während der gesamten Geburt.
The midwife supported the expectant mother throughout the entire birth.
The word has an old origin. The first part comes from the verb 'heben' (to lift), because the midwife symbolically 'lifts up' the newborn. The second part, 'Amme' (nurse/wet nurse), is an old word for a woman who nourishes and cares for a child.
Schon im Mittelalter gab es Hebammen, die bei Geburten halfen.
Even in the Middle Ages, there were midwives who helped with births.
In the context of pregnancy and birth, 'Hebamme' (midwife) is often used with verbs such as 'suchen' (to look for), 'finden' (to find), or 'konsultieren' (to consult). Women are also 'von einer Hebamme betreut' (cared for by a midwife).
Werdende Mütter sollten sich frühzeitig eine Hebamme suchen.
Expectant mothers should look for a midwife early on.
In the German healthcare system, midwives play a central role. They care for women not only during birth, but also in the weeks and months before and after it (prenatal and postnatal care).
Nach der Geburt kommt die Hebamme für einige Wochen zu Hausbesuchen vorbei.
After the birth, the midwife comes by for home visits for a few weeks.
gynecologist
'die Hebamme' and 'der Frauenarzt' can both be important when it comes to pregnancy and childbirth. A midwife accompanies and advises women especially around the birth and in the period afterward. A gynecologist is a specialist in gynecology and obstetrics; their work also involves examinations, diagnoses, and medical treatment. The words can be confused because both care for pregnant women. In practical terms: for medical examinations, you are more likely to say 'Frauenarzt'; for support during birth and the postpartum period, 'Hebamme' is more likely.
Meine Hebamme besucht mich nach der Geburt zu Hause.
My midwife visits me at home after the birth.
Der Frauenarzt hat beim Termin eine Ultraschalluntersuchung gemacht.
The gynecologist did an ultrasound examination at the appointment.