First of all a quick intro to the list. I am living in Singapore and working here as a doula & childbirth educator. Originally from NZ, I lived in Sydney for 10 years before moving to the UK for 10 years. As well as my doula work I am training women to become doulas and childbirth educators and also studying for my Bach of Nursing at James Cook in Townsville. Doing my nursing by distance - bit of a challenge but managing to stay on top of it - just! Am now halfway through my second year (studying part time so taking 6 years overall) and planning to continue with midwifery once finished with ambitions of having my own practice. Can't really see myself working in a hospital environment! On a personal note have had 3 kids - one a waterbirth and one a homebirth - all in the UK and with 100% midwifery care.
I have read a little about the Homebirth Conference in the Blue Mountains in March. I am going to be in Australia for residentials and placements at that time and seriously considering flying down for the conference the weekend it is on if I have the weekend off. Is there a website where I can find out more about the agenda for the conference and does anyone know if it is still possible to go or is it all sold out? I read it is in the Blue Mountains - where exactly does anyone know? My brother lives in East Kurrajong so pretty close for me to get to hopefully! Nikki Macfarlane Singapore www.parentlink.org ps. Is Doon Smith or a midwife called Robyn who knew Billi Gaven on the list? -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
