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Posted over 4 years ago

 

I was just wondering if there are any male labor/delivery nurses out there.I have never heard or seenany of them. I am just getting started in school and am looking into a few different specilizations.

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Well personally I have 3 children and have never seen a male in the labor & delivery, postpardum, nursery, or where they do the stress tests(forgot the nameI do know there are male doc's. I know I am not much help with this one. I just thought it waas weird when I actually thought about it.

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Rate This | Posted over 4 years ago

 

I had male doctors and female nurses during my deliveries, but a male nurse in the NICU was by far my favorite!  Don't let anything deter you from the specialty you want.  If your heart is in the job, your patients will know it and they will be greatful to have you by their side.


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Rate This | Posted over 4 years ago

 

I definitely have heard of male OB/GYNs. OB/GYN is theoretically considered a surgical specialty for MDs.


As far as male L&D nurses go, I would assume that it's a female-dominated specialty. However, I strongly agree with hmjensen. Follow your heart, and as long as you put all you've got into your job, then I am sure you will succeed.


Best of luck with your decision!

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I actually had a male nurse in the recovery area after I had my second child. He wasn't in the delivery room but the recovery area was part of the L&D unit.

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Thanks for your input

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 Come on to Winter Haven Fl. We have male L&D nurses here.