NOTE: course content is the same as the previous version of MaternityPEARLS - it has been moved into a different format to support accessibility.
MaternityPEARLS is an online resource for midwives on perineal repair and suturing.
During this module you will:
- refresh your knowledge of the anatomy and functions of the pelvic floor
- observe basic surgical skills on a model and in real life
- learn about assessing and classifying perineal trauma
- consider the immediate postnatal management of perineal trauma
This i-learn module consists entirely of video content (captions now available).
Study time: 3.5 hours (approx.)
Last updated: 2026