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    • Midwifery Practice
    • Digital Health
    • Professional Networking

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    • Midwives sought effective methods for idea sharing and professional development.
    • Traditional networking was recognized, but social media utilization was limited.
    • Hesitancy existed regarding social media's professional application.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the professional benefits of adopting social media (Twitter) in midwifery.
    • To document the learning curve and outcomes of integrating a new digital platform.
    • To reflect on the discovered advantages of online professional communities.

    Main Methods:

    • Personal reflective account of adopting Twitter.
    • Six-month period of active engagement and skill development.
    • Qualitative observation of online community interaction and personal growth.

    Main Results:

    • Acquisition of new digital skills.
    • Integration into a dynamic and stimulating online professional community.
    • Enhanced ability to share and develop ideas related to compassionate midwifery.

    Conclusions:

    • Social media platforms like Twitter can be valuable tools for midwives.
    • Overcoming initial apprehension can lead to significant professional growth and networking opportunities.
    • Online communities foster collaboration and support for promoting specific practice values, such as compassion.