China Gen Z male midwife goes viral for skills, looks, bringing ‘powerful tenderness’ to childbirth (opens original article in a new tab)

A male midwife in China gains attention for his professional skills and appearance, while facing traditional gender role challenges and family criticism.

• Male midwife in China gains attention for professional skills and appearance
• Zhang Jintao faces family criticism and traditional gender role challenges in midwifery
• Male midwives make up less than 3% of nursing workforce in China
• Zhang emphasizes respecting patient preferences despite societal resistance