Louise Murphy
Kildare,Co. Kildare
Summary
Dedicated Registered Midwife and IBCLC with expertise in postnatal care and breastfeeding support. Delivers evidence-based, family-centered care as part of a hospital lactation team, addressing feeding assessments and breastfeeding challenges. Skilled in parent education and effective public speaking.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
STAFF MIDWIFE | IBCLC / LACTATION TEAM
The Coombe Hospital
Dublin
09.2021 - Current
- Provide antenatal, postnatal and induction-of-labour care in a high-volume tertiary maternity setting.
- Provided breastfeeding support within lactation team, conducting feeding assessments, offering practical support, troubleshooting issues, and facilitating referrals and follow-up.
- Supported postnatal recovery after vaginal and operative births, assisting with mobilisation, infant feeding, education, and discharge preparation.
- Deliver pre- and post-operative maternity care and communicate and escalate concerns appropriately within the multidisciplinary team.
- Guided families through transition to parenthood, fostering practical skills, confidence, and informed decision-making.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and practice in line with current evidence, local policy and professional standards.
ANTENATAL EDUCATOR
The Coombe Hospital
Dublin
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered interactive online antenatal and breastfeeding classes to expectant parents.
- Facilitated comprehensive education on labour physiology, hospital procedures, postnatal recovery, baby care, and breastfeeding preparation.
- Applied Birth Dynamics toolkit to clarify labour processes and practical strategies for movement, relaxation, and optimal birth environment.
- Compiled current evidence for team reference and contributed to clinical audit by analyzing feedback data.
INTERN MIDWIFE
The Coombe Hospital
Dublin
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Completed nine-month internship in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, enhancing clinical competence and caseload management skills.
- Developed effective MDT communication, escalation and patient-centered care skills.
01.2002 - 01.2019
- Accommodation management, hospitality and photography roles in fast-paced customer-facing environments, developing strong communication, organisation, cultural awareness, relationship-building and attention to detail.
- References available on request
Education
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) -
BSc Midwifery (Hons) 1.1 -
Trinity College Dublin
09.2016 - 09.2021
CIBTAC Beauty Therapy Diploma -
Newbridge
KildareSkills
- Postnatal care & recovery
- Breastfeeding assessment
- Lactation support & troubleshooting
- Infant feeding support
- Parent education
- MDT communication & escalation
- Clinical audit participation
- Clinical documentation
- Empathy & compassionate care
- Antenatal care
- Postnatal care
- Lactation support
CURRENT TRAINING
Title: REGISTERED MIDWIFE & IBCLC | POSTNATAL & LACTATION CARE
Timeline
ANTENATAL EDUCATOR
The Coombe Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
STAFF MIDWIFE | IBCLC / LACTATION TEAM
The Coombe Hospital
09.2021 - Current
INTERN MIDWIFE
The Coombe Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2021
BSc Midwifery (Hons) 1.1 -
Trinity College Dublin
09.2016 - 09.2021
01.2002 - 01.2019
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) -
CIBTAC Beauty Therapy Diploma -
Newbridge