Organizzazzjoni Studenti Qwiebel

Organizzazzjoni Studenti Qwiebel Welcome! Join us as we learn, share, and support each other on our path to becoming midwives.

Organizzazzjoni Studenti Qwiebel (OSQ) is a voluntary apolitical organisation, founded by midwifery students to present midwifery students attending/ registered at the Faculty of Health Sciences University of Malta (FHS). .

✨Did you know an ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine technique may help encourage a breech baby to turn naturally? Moxi...
20/05/2026

✨Did you know an ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine technique may help encourage a breech baby to turn naturally?

Moxibustion involves burning dried mugwort near a specific acupuncture point called BL67, located on the outer corner of the little toe. The warmth and stimulation are believed to increase fetal movement and encourage the baby into the cephalic position.

📍 Commonly used between 32–36 weeks of pregnancy
⏱ Typically practiced for 10–15 minutes daily over several days
🤰 Most often used as a complementary therapy for breech presentation

While some studies suggest positive outcomes, moxibustion should always be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider or midwife before trying it during pregnancy.
Education empowers informed choices 💛

Newborns are particularly vulnerable to heat loss after birth, making thermoregulation an essential part of immediate ne...
11/05/2026

Newborns are particularly vulnerable to heat loss after birth, making thermoregulation an essential part of immediate newborn care.

Because of their thin skin, limited fat stores, and large surface area, babies can lose heat rapidly through evaporation, conduction, convection, and radiation. If not managed effectively, cold stress can lead to complications such as hypoglycaemia, respiratory distress, and increased oxygen demand.

Midwives play a vital role in preventing heat loss through simple but effective interventions such as immediate drying, skin-to-skin contact, warm environments, and ongoing temperature monitoring.
Understanding newborn thermoregulation is key for both clinical practice and safe neonatal care 🤍

In honour of Mother’s Day, OSQ visited Mater Dei Hospital yesterday, to distribute fresh flowers to women on the materni...
11/05/2026

In honour of Mother’s Day, OSQ visited Mater Dei Hospital yesterday, to distribute fresh flowers to women on the maternity wards as a token of appreciation for their love, resilience, and incredible strength. 💐💖

Thank you to Flowers and More for your wonderful service. 🌷

Today, we celebrate mothers, expectant mothers, mothers who have lost and every woman whose love, strength, and resilien...
10/05/2026

Today, we celebrate mothers, expectant mothers, mothers who have lost and every woman whose love, strength, and resilience touch the lives around them. 💐

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at OSQ 🩷

Last Tuesday, in celebration of International Midwives Day, OSQ had the pleasure of distributing cakes and cupcakes to t...
08/05/2026

Last Tuesday, in celebration of International Midwives Day, OSQ had the pleasure of distributing cakes and cupcakes to the incredible lecturers and midwifery staff at Mater Dei Hospital 🍰🩷

A small token of appreciation for the dedication, compassion, and hard work shown every single day in supporting mothers, babies, and families.

A special thank you goes to Fontanella Tea Garden Camilleri Catering, Zwiit Cravings Cafe, and Edible Bouquets Malta, for helping make this celebration possible.

Happy International Midwives Day 🌷

Today we celebrate the heart, strength, and dedication of midwives everywhere 💜As student midwives, we are proud to be p...
05/05/2026

Today we celebrate the heart, strength, and dedication of midwives everywhere 💜

As student midwives, we are proud to be part of a profession built on compassion, advocacy, and resilience.

Here’s to the midwives who inspire us, guide us, and show us what it truly means to care! 🌷

Thank you for all that you do 🩷

Perineal trauma is defined as a multifactorial injury to the perineum occurring during vaginal birth, ranging from first...
04/05/2026

Perineal trauma is defined as a multifactorial injury to the perineum occurring during vaginal birth, ranging from first-degree tears to more complex obstetric a**l sphincter injuries (OASIS).

Preventative approaches, including perineal support, controlled delivery, and positioning during birth may help reduce severity of tears, but not all trauma is avoidable 💡

Understanding the different degrees of tears and their influencing factors are crucial in educating women & empowering informed choices 🌸

Postnatal follow-up is critical, and plays an important role in optimizing recovery and long-term outcomes ⭐️

Join the OSQ Team! ✨🩷As we prepare for the new academic year, we’re looking for passionate, motivated students to join o...
27/04/2026

Join the OSQ Team! ✨🩷

As we prepare for the new academic year, we’re looking for passionate, motivated students to join our team and help make a difference within our midwifery community 🌷

By joining, you can gain valuable leadership and teamwork skills, make a positive impact through initiatives, help boost student confidence, offer support, build new friendships, and help share the importance of the midwifery profession! 💜

If you are interested, kindly fill in the form below and share it with your peers 🫶🏻
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemdChAfNzDF23q5ppleYTP3aZ8xJ7cGJy3WGWH0yMuAfjJkQ/viewform?usp=header

This is your chance to be apart of something meaningful. So step forward, get involved, and help shape the future of student midwifery! 🌸

Midwifery is a rewarding but demanding journey, and it’s important to recognise when the pressure begins to take a toll....
27/04/2026

Midwifery is a rewarding but demanding journey, and it’s important to recognise when the pressure begins to take a toll.

Balancing placements, academic work, and the emotional aspects of care can increase the risk of burnout if self-care is overlooked. Recognising the signs early and taking small steps to protect your wellbeing is essential.
Looking after yourself is not separate from your role, it is a key part of providing safe, compassionate care 🤍

If you feel overwhelmed with the work load, one can reach out to the Counselling Services at the University of Malta for advice and support on campus.

💡Did you know? There’s a non-invasive way to assess cervical dilation and fetal descent during labor; it’s called the ‘P...
22/04/2026

💡Did you know?

There’s a non-invasive way to assess cervical dilation and fetal descent during labor; it’s called the ‘Purple Line’ 💜

While not used as a standalone clinical tool, it highlights how the body provides natural indicators of change through increased intrapelvic pressure, blood flow, and the baby’s descent.

Understanding signs like this helps build a more holistic view of labour progression beyond traditional assessments ☺️

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