Thanks Katrina. I have already brought an independent midwife on board, whose advice has been invaluable. Thanks for the link.
Cheers Mindy --------- Original Message -------- From: [email protected] To: [email protected] <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] VBACs, Gestational diabetes and insulin Date: 13/02/2006 18:19 > > Hi Mindy, I reckon the onus on providing evidence in support of the repeat > c/s (or induction) should rest with your ob. Where is the evidence? What > does the research say? > > I highly recommend hiring the services of an independent midwife for your > vbac, the continuity and emotional support will be invaluable. And if you're > in Melbourne I recommend the Choices for Childbirth series of sessions, > particularly the vbac one. > > Good luck! > > Katrina Flora > VBAC Mum > Student midwife > Breastfeeding counsellor > > PS. For evidence-based recommendations you might also like to take a look at > the book "A Guide to Effective Care in Pregnancy & Birth", available in its > entirety online at > > http://www.maternitywise.org/guide/ > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "The Johnsons" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[email protected]> > Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2006 2:55 PM > Subject: [ozmidwifery] VBACs, Gestational diabetes and insulin > > > >I would appreciate comments from midwives and women who have dealt with or > > been through pregnancies involving gestational diabetes, insulin > > dependence > > (for gestational only) and VBACs. I am 28 weeks into my second pregnancy, > > on > > insulin and hoping for a VBAC. My obstetrician has told me that he wants > > to > > do a repeat Caesar at 38 weeks because he was concerned about placental > > failure. I felt that this was a bit premature and may have been more what > > suited him than what was best for me, especially 10 weeks out. > > What is the current thinking on VBACs, gestational diabetes, and placental > > failure due to insulin? > > > > Is it safe to continue the pregnancy, with monitoring beyond 38 weeks? Is > > induction a viable alternative at 38 weeks considering it will be a VBAC > > attempt? > > > > I would like to attempt a VBAC, but not at the cost of my baby's health. > > Any information or comments that can be > > offered to help my husband and I to make a decision would be appreciated. > > Comments from women who have been in this situation would also be > > appreciated. As it is ultimately my decision and my responsibility I want > > to > > make the best informed decision I can for both myself and our baby. > > > > > > > > Responses can be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] if you prefer. > > > > > > > > Thank you > > > > > > > > Mindy > > > > > > -- > > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > > > > > > -- > > No virus found in this incoming message. > > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > > Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 267.15.6/257 - Release Date: 10/02/2006 > > > > > > -- > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > > > > ________________________________________________ Message sent using Dodo Internet Webmail Server -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
