Dear Barb, I was on holidays when you're first message came thru, and then with virus problems I suspect it may have been deleted. However our little group, known as Goldfields Birthplace in Kalgoorlie WA, would be very interested in being part of a national body. We have close ties with our sisters in Perth, but can sometimes feel a little isolated from the rest of Australia. After reading through your well informed information, I personally feel that joining an existing body is possibly easier than reinventing the wheel (again). But how to decide which body to go with when they are both so supportive of consumers needs and rights? Would having an affiliation with both be too confusing? Can we compliment both groups whilst being known as the National Maternity Consumer Body (or association). I'm afraid I'm going to have to pass the buck and let others decide which way to go (don't you hate that). But you do have our support and passion and most of all our friendship in your vision to unite all us little groups all over this country to work together in our common cause. Education, knowledge, genuine choice, support and care for women everywhere.
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