It's absolutely essential that the person who will be providing on-going care for the mother and baby is present at the birth if adequate debriefing is to take place over the next few weeks.
Have a talk to the administrators at St George and RPAW&C. They are both pretty good at asking the midwife in to a surgical birth. They may be able to provide you with some written ammunition to take along to the recalcitrant hospital.
It might also be helpful to have a written birth plan presented to the hospital beforehand so that every couple's wishes are known to the hospital staff should a caesarean birth become necessary.
Good luck at the meeting
Jan
Jan Robinson Independent Midwife Practitioner
National Coordinator Australian Society of Independent Midwives
8 Robin Crescent South Hurstville NSW 2221 Phone/Fax: 02 9546 4350
e-mail address: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> website: www.midwiferyeducation.com.au
Hi everyone
Hopeful of some quick assistance as seeking points and references to reflect the importance of independent midwives, as primary care providers, supporting their clients in theatre when lscs becomes a required procedure
One particular hospital has stepped backwards, and whilst ipm relationships are acknowledged by midwifery staff, theatre staff have deemed that only the partner can attend theatre with the women.
Have to meet with midwifery and theatre management Friday - any comments, and references to support why our relationship [as a recognised midwife - not as a "support person"] with our clients is essential - would be greatly appreciated
Regards to all
Marie
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