RE: [ozmidwifery] Article about natural birth and brain haemorrhage
My GOODNESS!!! All in the name of research...I definitely wouldn't be letting my newborn have a MRI scan! I wonder if the parents were paid (and if so..how much) to allow their newborn to take part? Interesting to see if there is an increase in cancers for this research group in years to come. Belinda _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Helen and Graham Sent: Saturday, 3 February 2007 9:49 AM To: ozmidwifery Subject: [ozmidwifery] Article about natural birth and brain haemorrhage Haven't they got anything better to research??!! Helen http://www.guardian.co.uk/medicine/story/0,,2001561,00.html http://www.guardian.co.uk/medicine/story/0,,2001561,00.html One in four natural births causes brain haemorrhage Ian Sample Tuesday January 30, 2007 http://www.guardian.co.uk/ The Guardian Giving birth naturally increases the risk of minor brain haemorrhages in newborn babies, according to a study. Brain scans of babies aged between one and five weeks showed small ruptures in blood vessels in or around the brain are common, affecting one in four children born naturally. Babies delivered by caesarean section showed no signs of even minor bleeding. In most cases, the haemorrhages are harmless and heal naturally, but larger ruptures can affect brain development, leading to seizures, or problems with learning or coordination. Doctors at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to scan 88 healthy newborns. Of the 65 delivered naturally, 17 had intracranial haemorrhages and seven had ruptures in at least two separate regions. John Gilmore, a professor of psychiatry and lead scientist on the study, said the bleeding was not caused by the size of the baby or the baby's head, the duration of labour, or the use of vacuum or forceps to assist delivery. The bleeds are probably caused by pressure on the skull during delivery, he said. The scientists noticed the high rate of haemorrhages while conducting scans to assess brain development in children perceived to be at high risk of mental disorders. What we've shown is that if you get these bleeds, you don't have to think something has gone wrong with the delivery, because these are common, said Prof Gilmore, whose study is published in Radiology. The team will conduct further scans when the babies are one and two years old. This may help doctors assess future cases of shaken baby syndrome, where injuries to a baby are contested. In some cases, parents or guardians claim brain injuries have been inflicted naturally at birth. The scans may reveal whether small haemorrhages at birth grow to become more threatening, or gradually heal with time. Special reports http://www.guardian.co.uk/medicine/0,,618095,00.html Medicine and health Useful links http://www.bma.org.uk/ British Medical Association http://www.doh.gov.uk/ Department of Health http://www.gmc-uk.org/ General Medical Council http://www.hon.ch/ Health on the Net Foundation http://www.icr.ac.uk/ Institute of Cancer Research http://www.mrc.ac.uk/ Medical Research Council http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/index.asp NHS Direct http://www.riph.org.uk/ Royal Institute of Public Health http://www.who.int/ World Health Organisation
RE: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping
Just general thoughts...not directed personally at you Raelene... A Few years ago when I had my daughter at mater mothers in Brisbane, some of the midwives that cared for us actually encouraged my daughter sleep beside me. We were having breastfeeding challenges (to say the least) and were encouraged that the skin to skin/smell close contact etc would be of benefit with supply/attachment/bonding etc. We co slept on a double bed; and I was shown how to place my arm so that if I did try to roll over...I couldn't thus not rolling onto my baby. I have since had my second child and we often co sleep. I hate the thought of him being over there in his crib by himself..I want him to hear my breathing/heartbeat and have my body warmth. It disturbs me how after carrying your baby for nine month in utero that establishments find it necessary to separate mother and baby and formulate policies in view of ??litigation should a baby be smothered by the mother whilst co sleeping. Just for interest sake, does anyone know if 'mothers instinct' plays a part in her not rolling on/smothering her babe when co sleeping? Cheers Belinda -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of George, Raelene Sent: Monday, 22 January 2007 12:55 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping Hi everyone, I need some help! I'm trying to formulate a policy regarding co-sleeping and want to offer alternative sleeping arrangements for mothers and babies whilst in hospital. Does anyone know of a special cot that has been developed that allows the baby to sleep with mum but in a separate cot that is attached to the main bed. I've seen pictures of babies using a biliblanket in a cot attached to the bed in this way, but can't find any information. Can you help. Regards Raelene George Maternity Ward Kalgoorlie Hospital -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
RE: [ozmidwifery] testing
Must be quiet, I havent had much for the past week Belinda From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of Mary Murphy Sent: Wednesday, 8 November 2006 8:30 AM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] testing No mail for days. Is it just quiet? MM
RE: [ozmidwifery] re grief and childrens books
It may not be exactly what you are looking for, but a book has left a lasting impression on me is You, me and the rainbow by Petrea King (bestselling author of Quest for life). A copy of her rainbow ritual may be what you are looking for. Check them out on her website www.questforlife.com.au Cheers Belinda From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ken Ward Sent: Wednesday, 16 August 2006 12:10 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] re grief and childrens books I have a lovely little book on life times. It talks about all creatures from butterflies to people. That no matter how long or short life is to celebrated and death comes to all, not to be scared of, but a natural part of life. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of cath nolan Sent: Tuesday, 15 August 2006 8:37 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] re grief and childrens books I used to read a book to my kids called sophieby mem fox I think. It was a lovely gentle book about a special grandfather dying and provoked lots of discussion in our house with my three girls about dying. It speaks from a cycle of life perspective with birth showing hope and new life.Unfortunately a subject we have had to deal with quite a bit in the past few years. I found it very helpful. Cath. t
