All of our midwives are fantastic but Marie Carroll-Smith has been judged extra special.

Marie, who works at Wishaw General Hospital, has been honoured as the Mums’ Midwife of the Year 2016 for Scotland. The prestigious title is one of The Royal College of Midwives’ Annual Midwifery Awards.

Marie was nominated by local woman Lynn McDowall. Lynn’s baby girl, Abby, was, heartbreakingly, delivered still born in July last year.

Marie showed exceptional care and compassion in helping Lynn make precious memories with her little girl. She supported Lynn, her husband Sean and both their families and helped them recover with some positive memories.

Lynn said: “This is the side of midwifery that no one speaks about and Marie deserves to be recognised for her incredible care. She was a rock for me and my partner and is a truly amazing midwife.”

Marie has been a midwife for five years, most of that with NHS Lanarkshire.

She said: “The phone call telling me I had won this award was a complete surprise and it took me a few minutes to process the information. It was very humbling to receive a nomination from Lynn in such sad circumstances.

“I’m grateful to know that I was able to help her family through this difficult time and assist them in creating precious memories of baby Abby. I am proud to have been part of the team caring for Lynn and her family.”

Marie was presented with her trophy at a London awards ceremony.