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  • Healthcare research
  • Nursing and Midwifery Studies
  • Occupational Health Psychology

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  • Midwife attrition is a global concern, driven by factors like workload, stress, and limited career progression.
  • Understanding the prevalence of burnout and intent to leave among midwives is vital for workforce stability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess burnout levels in Swedish midwives using the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory.
  • To investigate Swedish midwives' attitudes towards leaving the profession and associated reasons.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was distributed to a random sample of 1000 members of the Swedish Midwifery Association.
  • Burnout was measured, and midwives were asked about intentions to leave and contributing factors.

Main Results:

  • 39.5% of respondents reported high personal burnout; work and client burnout affected around 15%.
  • Younger midwives (<40) and those with less experience (<10 years) showed higher burnout rates.
  • Staff shortages, stressful environments, conflicts, and health worries were linked to burnout and intent to leave.

Conclusions:

  • Over one-third of surveyed midwives reported burnout, highlighting a significant workforce issue.
  • Prioritizing midwife well-being is essential for maintaining a motivated and sustainable midwifery profession.