Midwifery student praises maternity team in helping realise her dreams
A student whose career path was inspired after becoming a teenage mum is using the wonderful gift of money left by her late mum to follow her dreams of becoming a midwife.
Becki Edwards, 38 (pictured right), who gave birth at age 17, wants to use her experience to ensure people giving birth have a voice and make informed choices. She has praised the support given by midwives at Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) who have been helping her to bring her career ambitions to life.
After spending four years being a full-time carer for her mum, who sadly passed away in July 2019, she has used the money her mum left her to fund her studies and follow her dream.
Becki said: “She would be so proud of me. I feel her with me on this journey. The team at WUTH have been so understanding of my personal commitments, and if I need to change a shift to accommodate my family, they always do their best to help.”
Tiffany Omahoney and Hannah Mew are also studying midwifery while raising children of their own. Both Hannah and Tiffany are students at Edge Hill University, while Becki is training at Chester University.
For Tiffany (pictured centre), the journey to becoming a midwife began in childhood. She always dreamed of entering the profession but wasn’t sure she could achieve the required grades. At age 14, she was a birthing partner when her mother gave birth to her baby sister by Caesarean section—an unforgettable experience that cemented her calling.
Tiffany said: “That moment changed everything for me. Being there to support my mum and meet my baby sister was incredible.
“Now, being on placement at WUTH, I feel like I’m finally on the path I was meant to take. The staff here treat us with such respect and kindness—everyone knows my name, and they always take time to answer my questions, no matter how small.”
The students have praised the dedicated WUTH team who have helped nurture their passion and develop their clinical skills.
Hannah said: “It’s been such a valuable experience. Being part of the team here has given me extra insight into the day-to-day work of maternity care.
“Everyone is so kind and supportive. If we express an interest in learning about a specific area, such as tube feeding, the staff go out of their way to make additional training opportunities available.”
Alongside her studies, Hannah also works part-time as a clinical support worker in the maternity unit at Arrowe Park Hospital—an option made available to second-year students.
The students highlighted the inclusive and compassionate culture within the maternity unit as a key part of their positive experience.
Becki added: “The team here genuinely cares about us—not just as students, but as individuals.”
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Photo: Left to right – Hannah Mew, Tiffany Omahoney, Becki Edwards