Because pregnancy is central to women’s health, many of the careers that require a deeper knowledge of this state of life relate to healthcare and wellness. Nurses, particularly those who specialize in gynecology or labor and delivery, may spend much of their time caring for pregnant women. It’s a must for obstetricians — doctors who specialize in all aspects of pregnancy — to study pregnancy, of course. But an understanding of pregnancy is essential for anyone going into the health field, too, as patients who are pregnant can require different treatments and types of care. If you don’t see medical school on your career horizon, however, deeper knowledge of pregnancy can still help you prepare to work as a midwife or doula who assists pregnant mothers with various emotional and physical aspects of being pregnant and with the process of birth itself.
