Well it wasn't because I love newborns. The full story of why and how I became a midwife is on my website. Link in bio.
Midwifery is more than just loving babies. The role of the Midwife is to provide support and care that is knowledgeable, compassionate, non-judgemental and in the best interest of the person giving birth.
If you are providing the best care for a woman during her pregnancy, you will ultimately be caring for her baby too.