Abstract

Nowadays, communication can be understood in different ways. It is most often interpreted as the transmission of various kinds of information between people or groups of people to each other and is divided into human communication or public communication. Communication, like art, has a long history. Communication as a discipline can be said to be international and very versatile, but there are still various language problems, such as the language barrier. This multiplicity of languages means cultural diversity, but it also means difficulties. Language barriers between countries, states, businesses, and citizens have important social consequences: they promote linguistic inequalities, hindering the mobility of workers. The aim of the paper is to determine the importance of English as a non-native language in maternity service in Lithuania. This study seeks to uncover the importance of English language usage when English is not the first language in midwifery services in Lithuania. Research shows that the English language is very important in the field of midwifery. Collaboration and communication between midwives and foreign mothers ensure a higher quality of health care and accurate exchange of vital information regarding childbirth.

Keywords:Communication; Maternity services; Midwifery; Oral communication