RE: [ozmidwifery] Jewish Birthing

[Kelly @ BellyBelly]

Just wanted to let everyone know that the birth went really well yesterday, mum was brilliant and I found it much easier than I thought with the religious aspects – I was really worried I would do something that would upset the things they had to do, but it wasn’t a problem at all, they were both very happy. A great thing too was the second shift midwife was new to the hospital – just moved from Masada so she had plenty of experience with what had to happen. So all wonderful and thanks everyone for your tips and advice! Best Regards, Kelly Zantey Creator, BellyBelly.com.au Gentle Solutions For Conception, Pregnancy, Birth & Parenthood BellyBelly Birth Support From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of Alesa Koziol Sent: Wednesday, 14 December 2005 12:37 AM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Jewish Birthing   HI Kelly I suggest you ring and talk to the Midwives at Masada Private Hospital, in Balaclava where the majority of their birthing clientele are from the surrounding Jewish population. They have adapted many so called 'hospital routines' to assist their women and will be able to share lots of info. Email me direct for a specific contact name Cheers Alesa ----- Original Message ----- From: Kelly @ BellyBelly To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 2:54 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Jewish Birthing   Hello again! I am supporting a woman who is Jewish and they are very religious – so I am after some tips on how I can best work with their religion during the birth. So far I know that the father-to-be is unable to see her less dressed than he would normally (so she needs her top on during the birth), she cannot pass things to him (baby included), he cannot help her when she is bleeding nor cut the cord (suggested to mum that she might like to), can’t touch her during a contraction or if her waters have broken, breastfeeding can’t happen right away unless dad isn’t there (he will see her body), if it is a Saturday they cannot use anything electrical and can’t call me – only emergency numbers if need be etc… so I do want to be able to support them as best I can within accordance to their religion. The Ob is Jewish so aware of the customs, but the midwives may not know. She will be going to either Frances Perry or the Womens, depending on when the baby is born due to health cover issues. Any experiences or help would be appreciated! Best Regards, Kelly Zantey Director, www.bellybelly.com.au & www.toys4tikes.com.au Gentle Solutions For Conception, Pregnancy, Birth & Baby Australian Little Tikes Specialists