This was my response to the author. Thankyou all who responded to my urgent query. BB Jackie Mawson. ====================
> I am scrutinizing first proofs of the above book, which is due for > publication in April, and I have a very simple question which I am sure you > can answer. Do doctors and midwives still slap babies on the bottom when > they are born to get them breathing? Absolutely not, Marion! This is an outdated way of resuscitating a child, and was very traumatic and unnecessary when used routinely. I think you need to thoroughly research this section of the book to be sure you are presenting modern birth 'rituals' rather than outdated ones. I would be concerned that you may not present a true version of birth and what to expect afterwards (bonding, breastfeeding, etc) unless you get a midwife to review this specific section of the book for you. Midwives are generally the primary caregiver of women during birth and afterwards - they are the ones who guide the women and care for their needs - more often so than the other practitioners associated with birth (doctors or Obstetricians). I hope this helps. Don't hesitate to recontact me if you would like further clarifications. Take care, Birthing Beautifully, Jackie Mawson. Convenor of Birthrites: Healing After Caesarean Inc. Visit our Website at: http://www.birthrites.org Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone: 61 08 9418 8949 Please note I am not a Professional Healthcare Provider, and all opinions given in this email are not to be taken as medical, or legal, advice. Please seek such advice from the relevant professional service. Email me your postal details for a FREE copy of our quarterly magazine, if you live within Australia - Overseas postage costs are above budget, sorry! Too many Gods; so many creeds, Too many paths that wind and wind, When just the art of being kind Is all the sad world needs... ---------------------------------- -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
