Midwives saved his mom's life -- and inspired him to pursue the profession

International Day of the Midwife is celebrated on May 5, highlighting a shortage of midwives based on World Health Organization research, with a theme of 'one million more' to address the issue. The day inspires people to pursue the profession, as in the case of a person whose life was saved by midwives. The shortage of midwives poses significant health risks.