Ruth Ehrhardt

Ruth Ehrhardt is a dedicated professional in the field of midwifery with extensive experience since 2013, currently serving as a Teacher at True Midwifery where online birth-related courses and retreats have been offered since 2020. Ruth is also a published Author, writing on the basic needs of labouring women, and holds the certification of Certified Professional Midwife (CPM), recognized for expertise in out-of-hospital birth settings. Additional roles include serving as a Helping Babies Breathe facilitator for Operation Smile, Co-Founder of Home Birth South Africa, Tutor of Compassion for medical students, and Director of The Compassionate Birth Project, focused on enhancing birth experiences through compassion in the healthcare sector. Ruth's past involvements include organizing the Cape Town Midwifery and Birth Conference and tutoring midwifery students at the Birth Institute, solidifying a commitment to education and community support in midwifery.