I happened across this study today while researching forceps- it indicated
the cutting an episiotomy when using forceps increases the chance of 3rd
4th degree tears. I don't think it specifies midline.
Okay, a solid-crazy mother has reared her
head, as she always does, hi-jacking these sorts of discussions - there is one
person who always pushes the solids!!! Anyway, can any of you tell me at what
point you really need to think about solids then, should you want to soley breastfeed?
I
Title: Balancing work and family New Idea article and website for feedback
Dear All
New Idea is asking women to let our abour women pollies know what we want. How about giving them a blast with 1-2-1 midwifery care.
Hi eveyone, I am a first year Bmid student who has
recently joined the list, and have been getting a lot out of reading the posts
on various subjects. Now I'm wanting to ask advice on an issue that I have been
trying to resolve since early on in my clinical experience. Without going into
Title: Message
Hi
Astra,
If you
read Pauline Scott's book Optimal Foetal Positioning you will see the technique
described, at least that's where I think it is in. I have used this technique
but you rely on an intact firm pelvic floor. Does not work as well when an
epidural is insitu which
Title: Balancing work and family New Idea article and website for feedback
...and let's not
forgetrebates for homebirth, and support for MIPPs. :o)
- Original Message -
From:
Justine Caines
To: OzMid List
Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2006 10:12
PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery]
I have seen midwives more using their fingers to
support a high posterior head to create like a false pelvic floor for the
baby to rotate on - to positive effect. not rotating the head but providing a
platform. Suzi
- Original Message -
From:
Astra Joynt
To:
Hi everyone,
I am doing a story on how music is good for us have mentioned several studies that show it reduces pain. I was wondering if there is any information or anyone has a nice story about how musichas helped with during labour.
Thank you all
best wishes
Kylie Carberry Freelance Journalist
