Helen Hayward

Helen Hayward is a Midwifery Lecturer at the University of Leicester, affiliated with the School of Healthcare's Midwifery department. She qualified as a midwife in 2015 and has extensive NHS clinical experience, including roles at Leicester Royal Infirmary's Maternity Assessment Unit. Her academic career began through a seconded role while practicing clinically.

Qualifications include an ongoing MSc in Clinical Education. Key research interests focus on Interprofessional Education in midwifery, infant feeding practices, anatomy/physiology education, and enhancing safety and empowerment in maternity care. She aims to foster collaborative professional relationships post-qualification to improve healthcare environments.