I think it does vary from one hospital to another. The hospital where I trained had a "blame" culture and I found many of the midwives unsupportive. If your face didn't fit, then you had a really hard time.

The hospital where I currently work is very different. The staff work well as a team and everyone is supportive. We do have some old-school midwives, but even they are pleasant to work with. Some are more understanding of the women than others. Overall I am much happier working in this hospital than the one where I trained.

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