Towards sustainable continuity of care: Barriers and facilitators to the professionalisation of midwifery students in supporting physiological birth

Professionalisation related to physiological birth is closely tied to CoC placements and continuity of preceptorship. Collaborative leadership is necessary to improve placements and working conditions. An innovative community of practice could unite birth centres to address vocation-driven norms, harmonize practices and design sustainable CoC models, thus ensuring midwife retention. Future research should define learning objectives related to self-care and strategies that foster a culture of self-care.