The Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event last Friday was a roaring success, as the community came together to celebrate International Day of the Midwife at Victoria Park Lake in Shepparton.
It was a joyous occasion, as women and children walked to show their support and appreciation for the wonderful midwives and healthcare professionals within the community.
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GV Health chief executive Matt Sharp. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 2 of 11
Fiona Blick and Wendy Proud. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 3 of 11
Tessa Marnane of Nurture Doula Tribe with sons Alex, 4, and Leo, 21 months. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 4 of 11
Michelle Krake and Coby Ferguson. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 5 of 11
Midwives of GV Health. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 6 of 11
Event organiser and midwife Michelle Krake. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 7 of 11
Hayley Johnson and Milly Foster. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 8 of 11
Organisers Michelle Krake and Melissa Stedman. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 9 of 11
Attendees at the Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 10 of 11
Attendees at the Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event. Photo by Lauren FormicaImage 11 of 11
Attendees at the Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event. Photo by Lauren FormicaGV Health chief executive Matt Sharp said it was important to recognise the vital role that midwives played in supporting mothers and newborns.
“It’s really nice to see everyone come together to celebrate an important day,” he said.
“These days where we do pause to reflect and think about the contribution that health professionals make to our community in a really meaningful way are so important.”
He acknowledged that midwives cared deeply about their work.
“It makes a real difference, and we’re really grateful for that,” he said.