Re: [ozmidwifery] dive reflex

[Jenny Cameron]

The dive reflex is a term used to describe the newborns ability to close off peripheral circulation and redirect the majority of its blood supply to the brain, heart and adrenals. It is a protective mechanism to ensure the vital organs are kept functioning in times of critically low oxygen. It is called the 'seal diving reflex' because seals do it to survive the freezing waters when diving for food etc. It has nothing to do with inhaling water or other fluids. Cheers Jenny   Jennifer Cameron FRCNA FACM President NT branch ACMI PO Box 1465 Howard Springs NT 0835 08 8983 1926 0419 528 717     ----- Original Message ----- From: Emily To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, January 23, 2006 5:38 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] dive reflex Yahoo! Photos Ring in the New Year with Photo Calendars. Add photos, events, holidays, whatever. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 267.14.20/233 - Release Date: 18/01/2006