Re: [ozmidwifery] the postnatal period

[JoFromOz]

Hi Kristy.   A topic that seems to come up a lot is long term pain from stitches, be that just during sex, or any time... also incontinence and pelvic floor exercises.   Another thing would be breast health during lactation...   Post partum depression - doesn't always start from 'day 3 blues' but can start months later.   That's all that popped into my head right now.   All the best and congratulations in advance for your Diploma!!   Jo   ---- Original Message ---- From: Kristy Robertson To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2003 10:11 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] the postnatal period > Hi all, > I am almost through the Grad. Dip. of Mid. and am completing my final > essay!!! I was after any suggestions, advice or links any of you may > have in regard to the following quote:  > > A thorough knowledge of both the physiological and psychological > changes of the puerperium is essential if the midwife is to > accurately appraise maternal health status and determine that a > recovery consistent with the norms is taking place. Equally important > is awareness of the potential long-term postpartum morbidity and the > obstetric and social factors associated with this.     > > Thanks > Kristy -- Babies are Born... Pizzas are delivered.