RE: [ozmidwifery] Birth & Sexual Assault

[Kelly @ BellyBelly]

Yep that sounds like a great idea, will grab a copy – I guess I was also after some tips as to how I can discuss it with her tomorrow, I am meeting her for an interview (she was happy to book me after our chat but I insisted on an interview) and I want to reassure her and make her feel as comfortable as possible. She said she wants to make it a positive thing, which of course is our job to help with anyway, but it would be silly to assume this stuff isn’t going to come up in the birth. She actually went to a couple’s pregnancy group with Rhea Dempsey (who trained me), and she felt exposed in the group and didn’t go after the first time – so I need to be aware of it’s implications for sure… Best Regards, Kelly Zantey Creator, BellyBelly.com.au Gentle Solutions From Conception to Parenthood BellyBelly Birth Support - http://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth-support From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of Janet Fraser Sent: Monday, 10 April 2006 7:48 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Birth & Sexual Assault   How about Penny Simkin's book "When survivors give birth"?   And really, the same rules apply as should apply to every woman - she gets total control over who's in the room and what happens to her - despite hospital policy. She'd obviously be safer at home where she does have that control.   J ----- Original Message ----- From: Kelly @ BellyBelly To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, April 10, 2006 7:31 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Birth & Sexual Assault   Just wondering if anyone has any tips on working with women who have been involved with sexual assault? Loaded birth – she also lost her mother recently – so trying to get lots of tips and suggestions… she’s feeling fearful of interventions and is due soon. The hospital recommended she get extra support so she contacted me. Best Regards, Kelly Zantey Creator, BellyBelly.com.au Gentle Solutions From Conception to Parenthood BellyBelly Birth Support - http://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth-support