In 2023, the density of professionally active midwives in Italy stood at a consistent level. From 2024 to 2028, the forecast predicts that this density will remain unchanged at 320 health professionals per specified population. Over this period, there'll be no year-on-year variation, indicating stability in the workforce density of midwives.

Future trends to watch include:

Changes in healthcare policies that might affect midwife training and employment.
Potential impact of population demographics and birth rates on the demand for midwifery services.
The role of technological advancements in midwifery practices that could influence workforce requirements.