I would add that midwives picture birth as a normal life event. We do not pathologize birth. Also, we've learned the art of watchful waiting.
There's the cliché of midwives knitting in the corner, but it's for a very good reason. If we're knitting, we're not intervening needlessly. I think that's a real unique midwifery skill set that contributes to the decreased caesarean rates, as well as the time with our clients to make sure they're really well informed and prepared for what to expect in a birthing process.
Also, they have that continuous support in labour. We don't just sweep in at the end and catch a baby. We are with them from the onset of active labour until an hour or two after they birth, and that means that sometimes I might spend 14 hours straight with someone in supporting them. I believe it's that quality time that we spend one-on-one that makes the difference.