Re: Guthries/breast feeding
Adding to this discussion, when my new little man had his done we warmed his heel first and he had just had a nice long feed and was off in that lovely place babies go to. Still cuddling him, he barely flinched and was probably more bothered by his brothers assisting us. This was done at home with a MIPP, butI guess in the hospital it is not always easy timimg it so well. Cheers Megan Resch -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
FW: consumer representation
This message is from Robin Payne, who is a consumer activist extraordinaire, and runs the Choices for Childbirth work in Melbourne. Dear friends I have become the consumer rep. on the Royal Australian New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist's (RANZCOG) curriculum development committee. Next Thursday (18th April) I will participate in a full day workshop on the curriculum with 15 other committee members (all members of RANZCOG). I am keen to represent as broad a view as possible although feel there are some fundamental commonalities that all women would expect from the obstetrician as her carer. I would value any feedback and comments from anyone who wishes to comment as I have been asked to make a 10 minute presentation at the study day on A Consumer View of What the Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Needs to be Like in 2020. As this is coming up fairly soon your comments would be appreciated asap. Even if you just jot down key points, I can then incorporate them into what I'm saying. I will also be providing feedback via the Maternity Coalition journal Birth Matters on my presentation for the day. Please feel free to contact via email or on (03) 9380 2863 if you would like more info. thanks, Robin Payne --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.286 / Virus Database: 152 - Release Date: 9/10/01 -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: consumer representation
I wrote the following for another list I am on for doulas. This is my Gold Standard: What I would like to see, and aim for having established, in all institutions and practices that support pregnant and labouring women and new parents. The following is my gold standard. Perhaps yours is different. perhaps we should each have our own if we have any hope of effecting change. The Gold Standard for All Birthing Women: Antenatally: No routine testing for fetal abnormality: full explanations given of the false positive negative rates, the benefits and risks, the decisions that need to be considered when there is a positive outcome to a test. No routine ultrasound scanning except by maternal request Full information provided on self help and dietary considerations for women diagnosed with GBS, gestational diabetes, pre eclampsia, anaemia and high blood pressure Quality antenatal education available for all Exercises taught to all women for encouraging a breech or posterior baby to turn ECV moxibustion suggested and practiced wherever possible for breech babies All doctors taught the techniques skills necessary for vaginal births of breech babies Consent forms for caesarean and epidural made available antenatally for women to read, ask questions about and understand Hospital policies and routines published and made available antenatally Labour Birth The following not to occur unless there is a medical indication, which is explained ot the mother with the benefits, risks, alternatives and possible outcomes if nothing is done provided for her: IV's heplocks episiotomy electronic fetal monitoring suctioning eye drops induction pain relief lying on the bed stirrups time limits AROM Vaginal examinations restrictions on eating and drinking stitching for first degree tears cord traction fo rnatural third stage drapes enemas The following made available in every birthing environment: massage oil mattress on the floor dimmed lighting adjustable temperature water in the form of bath or shower low lighting heat packs variety of seating (rocking chair, bean bag, birth ball etc) perineal compresses music All babies to be with mother immeidately after delivery, unless there is a medical need for baby to be separated Baby to be weighed and measured in labour room and returned straight to mother No baby to be washed or cleaned except by maternal request All mothers to be able to be upright and mobile if they wish to be, encouraged by the staff to do this Privacy available for all women, with all staff and attendants knocking before entering her room No pain relief to be offered by anyone in attendance, but available for any woman who would like it No limit on number of attendants that mother wishes to have around her Vaginal examinations only by maternal request unless there is a complication during labour Postnatally All mothers to be supported and encouraged to offer breastfeeding to baby within one hour of delivery No routine jaundice testing No baby's in nursery unless requested by mother No pacifiers or water to be offered No artificial milk to be offered to breastfed babies unless there is a medical indication Full information on the risks and benefits of vaccination Full information on the risks and benefits of circumcision A room set aside in the special care baby unit for intensive care babies for the parents to stay while their baby is in special care Breastpump to be available to all women with babies in special care All postnatal staff to be fully trained in breastfeeding techniques and possible problems All postnatal staff to be fully trained in recognising postnatal depression Support groups available, and contacts given to all women, of groups to support mothers with any problems or just to have support of other women postnatally That is what I am working towards. How do I do it? Empowerment of my clients. Education of the doctors I work with. Speaking up if I see something that I know is not supported by evidence and research. Don't sit back and expect things to change. They won't unless we make it happen. Don't blame doctors for being thoughtless, insensitive and not offering choice. If we, and our clients, don't ask for it to be any different it never will be. People do not change because everyone else is muttering to themselves about how awful they are. They change because of pressure. Because they start to hear of another way. Nikki Macfarlane - Original Message - From: Johnston [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery list (E-mail) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Robin Payne (E-mail) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 14, 2002 5:07 PM Subject: FW: consumer representation This message is from Robin Payne, who is a consumer activist extraordinaire, and runs the Choices for Childbirth work in Melbourne. Dear friends I have become the consumer rep. on the Royal Australian New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist's (RANZCOG) curriculum development
celebrating IMD - Australian Premiere - Singing the Bones
Dear List to celebrate IMD in Sydney - the Valhalla theatre has been booked (and 300 seats up for grabs) for this FABULOUS moviebring along midwives, daughters, mothers, friends, friends daughters..even a bloke or two .and come to Glebe (Valhalla theatre ) on The Australian Premiere of Singing the Bones Sunday May 5th, 3pm - 7pm Valhalla theatre, Blebe Point rd , GLEBE tickets (inc afternoon tea) $ 22 or $170 for 10 from NSWMA tel: 0292819522 BLURB to follow "The mystery, beauty and political turmoil surrounding what should be nature's simplest gift, childbirth, are explored in this kaleidoscope of storytelling. SINGING THE BONES brings Canadian writer-performer Caitlin Hicks' acclaimed one woman stage play beautifully to film with Hicks Reprising her triple-threat performance. As meg, a spirited Midwife practising illegally in rural Canada, she illuminates reasons why women "do not need to be saved by childbirth". As Nicole, a feisty young mother pregnant with twins, she howls out the sociological horrors and hilarity of he childbirth experience. As Sara, an ageing obstetrician, she embodies tragedy transformed into pure survival. In a deeply layered and visually arresting production by Gordon Halloran, employing his camera as almost another character in the drama, the interlocking tales of the three women become a single narrative that is not just a woman's story, but an unforgettable window into the human experience" D Quinones, Mill Valley Film Festival"
Learning Package for Midwives
Hello to everyone on the List, Please find below details of 'Learning Package for Midwives Call for Expression of Interest' The NSW Midwives Association Inc. are seeking a skilled midwifery clinician/educator to write a self directed learning package for midwives wishing to refresh their clinical skills and knowledge. The primary audience for the package is midwives re-entering the workforce. Package contents will provide the latest evidence and support women-centred approaches to midwifery practice. If you feel you have the skills and experiences to write this package please send your application to our office. Applications from groups or organisations will be considered. Applications of no more than 1500-2000 words, outlining a plan for the design of this package should include evidence of: - Recent clinical midwifery experience in practice and / teaching - Ability to write in an accessible professional style - Ability to apply the principles of adult learning to teaching - Ability to apply an evidence-based approach to teaching and learning - Capacity to meet agreed timeframes Further information: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone 02 9281 9522 Applications close: 5pm Monday 6th May 2002 Forward applications to:Pat Brodie President NSWMA PO BOX 62 GLEBE 2037 OR [EMAIL PROTECTED] I look forward to hearing from anyone on the list who may be interested. Kind regards, Pat Brodie President New South Wales Midwives Association Inc.
