Re: [ozmidwifery] Grieving families

2007-02-21 Thread Helen and Graham
How much do they cost Maureen? Helen - Original Message - From: Ken Ward [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 8:02 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Grieving families For those unaware, SIDS and KIDS have a 'Treasured Baby

Re: [ozmidwifery] midwifery pay scales in OZ

2007-02-07 Thread Helen and Graham
Could you send them to the list Alan? Helen - Original Message - From: Alan To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 2:53 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] midwifery pay scales in OZ Hi Shelly I have got the awards for Queensland and New

Re: [ozmidwifery] midwifery pay scales in OZ

2007-02-07 Thread Helen and Graham
Thanks for that Alan otherwise sending offlist would be good. Helen - Original Message - From: Alan To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2007 8:34 AM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] midwifery pay scales in OZ I would need to send them

[ozmidwifery] Article on use of SSRIs whilst breastfeeding - benefits outweigh risks

2007-02-06 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.obgynnews.com/article/PIIS0029743707700149/fulltext SAN FRANCISCO - All psychotropic medications are excreted into breast milk, but the benefits of breast-feeding generally outweigh the relatively small risks to the baby from antidepressants, Dr. Andrea J. Singer said. The

[ozmidwifery] Reflux

2007-02-02 Thread Helen and Graham
they have a label and a medicine to treat it with when they have an unsettled baby. Maybe I am being too simplistic about this subject. Interested in the thoughts of some of our online listers. Helen http://www.bubhub.com.au/newsletterdec0601.shtml Reflux is so common it is almost seen

[ozmidwifery] Mumsnet threats by Gina Ford's lawyers

2007-02-02 Thread Helen and Graham
I thought this was interesting given threads last year by Kelly about similar complaints on BellyBelly. These lawyers obviously mean business. Scary stuff and a worry for free speech. I wonder what the outcome was as this happened mid last year. Helen http://www.mumsnet.com/ Mumsnet

[ozmidwifery] Article about natural birth and brain haemorrhage

2007-02-02 Thread Helen and Graham
Haven't they got anything better to research??!! Helen 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 The Guardian Giving birth naturally increases the risk of minor brain haemorrhages

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re:

2007-01-28 Thread Helen and Graham
Yea I saw it. Let's do it ... Helen - Original Message - From: Ping Bullock [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2007 6:46 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Re: - Original Message - From: Amanda W [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery

[ozmidwifery] Folic acid article

2007-01-24 Thread Helen and Graham
Pregnant women urged to check folic acid dosage http://www.abc.net.au/news/newsitems/200701/s1832921.htm New Australian research has found that most pregnant women are not taking enough folic acid, leaving their unborn babies at risk of spinal cord defects. The study has found only 30 per cent

Re: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping

2007-01-23 Thread Helen and Graham
off the bed to make it. I was always afraid a baby would end up in the linen skip one day Helen - Original Message - From: Lyle Burgoyne [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1:22 AM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping Hi

Re: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping

2007-01-23 Thread Helen and Graham
Totally agree Michelle. I am still adjusting. Up there they teach you more about BF than you could ever learn in a textbook! Helen - Original Message - From: Michelle Windsor To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 11:56 AM Subject: Re

Re: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping

2007-01-22 Thread Helen and Graham
downsides too but it's a matter of meeting everyone's needs the best way you can. Helen Mother of a 9 year old who still sleeps in our room in a bed next to ours. - Original Message - From: James Fairbairn [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, January 22

[ozmidwifery] Article about preterm birth and treatment for cervical changes

2007-01-10 Thread Helen and Graham
Precancerous changes and preterm births Issue 01: 8 Jan 2007 Source: BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology 2007;114:70-80 A study has provided new insights into the association between precancerous changes in the cervix and the risk of subsequent preterm birth. The

[ozmidwifery] Premature birth risks of loop diathermy

2007-01-05 Thread Helen and Graham
Womb cell op 'raises birth risk' The most common operation to remove abnormal cervical cells raises the risk of giving birth early, experts say. A study of 5,000 Australian women found when a heated wire, loop diathermy, was used the risk rose substantially. Young women should not

Re: [ozmidwifery] waterbirth

2006-12-31 Thread Helen and Graham
Hi Lynne Thanks heaps for that - sounds like I timed that request pretty well! Look forward to reading the published results... And a happy New Year to you too. Helen - Original Message - From: Lynne Staff To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, January 01, 2007 11

[ozmidwifery] Thyroid and pregnancy article

2006-12-23 Thread Helen and Graham
Thyroid disease pregnancy Seven's On Call By Dr. Jay Adlersberg (New York-WABC, December 21, 2006) - Thyroid problems during pregnancy are often picked up by alert doctors with simple blood tests. When thyroid trouble is not discovered, the results can be premature births, miscarriage and low

[ozmidwifery] Urgently required midwife for 4 - 6 week locum in caseload mid model Victoria

2006-12-23 Thread Helen and Graham
on permanently if they enjoyed the trial period. Please email or contact me on 03 55232313 or 0429600428 for more information. Thanks in advance Helen

Re: [ozmidwifery] Urgently required midwife for 4 - 6 week locum in caseload mid model Victoria

2006-12-23 Thread Helen and Graham
We would need someone from about New Year's Day onwards but it is negotiable. Even if you couldn't get here that soon - it would be OK. Thanks Helen - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2006 2:10 PM

Re: [ozmidwifery] breastfeeding as contraception

2006-12-21 Thread Helen and Graham
I have recently met a woman who specifically gave up breastfeeding her six month old so she could get pregnant. That seemed like a real shame but she was very keen to get pregnant ASAP. What would ABA's advice be on this one? Helen - Original Message - From: Barbara Glare Chris

Re: [ozmidwifery] 'Official Waterbirth'

2006-12-21 Thread Helen and Graham
Hi Brenda Can you give us an update on Rosebud Midwifery Unit? You were saying recently that there were plans to stop births there - what has happened since then.? Helen - Original Message - From: brendamanning [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Cc

Re: [ozmidwifery] waterbirth

2006-12-21 Thread Helen and Graham
experiences/research to quote. Thanks in advance. Helen - Original Message - From: Lynne Staff To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 10:04 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] waterbirth Hi Mary At Selangor we - midwives, obstetricians

Re: [ozmidwifery] Vaginal Breech Birth - Names Please...

2006-12-21 Thread Helen and Graham
women i.e. not those who just want to turn up from out of town or switch care providers a few weeks before they are due. This makes it difficult for people in remote areas wanting a vaginal breech birth. Even if they are prepared to travel, they may not be eligible... Helen

[ozmidwifery] Rural Doctors claiming victory over MC

2006-12-17 Thread Helen and Graham
that was the story). I have lost the article and wondered if anyone can tell me where I can get it? or fill me in on what actually happened. Thanks in advance Helen

[ozmidwifery] Christmas thankyou

2006-12-14 Thread Helen and Graham
. Helen

Re: [ozmidwifery] Epidurals - entering the bloodstream

2006-12-12 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.blackwellroyalmarsdenmanual.com/sample/mars29.htm The above link is a very in depth look at epidural drugs and their mode of action. Helen - Original Message - From: Kelly Zantey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2006 8:57

Re: [ozmidwifery] Epidurals - entering the bloodstream

2006-12-12 Thread Helen and Graham
injection. This may occur if high blood levels of the opioid follow absorption from the epidural space into the systemic circulation (Macintyre Ready 2001). - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, December 12

[ozmidwifery] Use of sports drinks in labour

2006-12-08 Thread Helen and Graham
a woman from tiring and being labelled by doctors as a fail to progress has got to be worth a try as long as it is evidence based. Helen

[ozmidwifery] Inductions brought forward to attend medical conferences

2006-12-04 Thread Helen and Graham
Births induced early Adam Cresswell, Health editor 05dec06 OBSTETRICIANS are inducing women to give birth early so they can attend medical conferences held when birthrates are at their highest. An analysis has found the typical Australian obstetrics conference, lasting several days, causes 4

Re: [ozmidwifery] Seeking midwife to join us at Belmont Birthing Services

2006-11-27 Thread Helen and Graham
Sorry ozmidders, this email was meant privately for Carolyn. Helen - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 4:32 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Seeking midwife to join us at Belmont Birthing Services Hi

Re: [ozmidwifery] Seeking midwife to join us at Belmont Birthing Services

2006-11-26 Thread Helen and Graham
they are having to close the birthing service temporarily due to lack of doctor availability. Helen - Original Message - From: Heartlogic [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 10, 2006 5:45 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Seeking midwife to join us

[ozmidwifery] SIDS- possible cure interesting article

2006-11-17 Thread Helen and Graham
Sids study American researchers are closer to developing a cure for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome after identifying an important brain defect in its young victims. The researchers at the Boston Children's Hospital believe the problem is related to the brain chemical 'serotonin' which regulates

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Bub Hub Community Forums Contact Us Form - Site Feedback

2006-11-09 Thread Helen and Graham
by WHO they wouldn't be advertising them anyway! Helen - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Helen Cahill @ Bub Hub Community Forums Sent: Friday, November 10, 2006 9:42 AM Subject: Re: Bub Hub Community Forums Contact Us Form - Site Feedback Hi Helen As you

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Bub Hub Community Forums Contact Us Form - Site Feedback

2006-11-09 Thread Helen and Graham
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Helen and Graham Sent: Friday, November 10, 2006 11:31 AM Subject: Re: Bub Hub Community Forums Contact Us Form - Site Feedback OK - but itstates thatunethical marketing of bottles and teats would be inbreach of the Code

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Bub Hub Advertising

2006-11-09 Thread Helen and Graham
Well at least they dealt with the issue swiftly when brought to their notice. Helen - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, November 10, 2006 12:06 PM Subject: Bub Hub Advertising Hi Helen We've had

[ozmidwifery] Online learning video of the mechanism of 2nd stage of labour

2006-11-03 Thread Helen and Graham
it is a great website for any general nursing educators out there. Lots of free video footage. Helen PS You will need broadband

[ozmidwifery] Sunday program parenting segment

2006-10-28 Thread Helen and Graham
There is a special parenting report on Sunday at 0900 if anyone is interested...discussing cosleeping amongst other things. I just saw it on their website. Helen

[ozmidwifery] Bottle feeding and tooth misalignments interesting article

2006-10-28 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.theage.com.au/news/World/Bottles-may-misalign-baby-teeth/2006/10/29/1162056855298.html Bottles may misalign baby teeth October 29, 2006 Nasal allergies, bottle-feeding and thumb sucking may all contribute to certain types of tooth misalignments in young children, a study shows.

[ozmidwifery] Risks of subsequent 3rd/4th degree perineal tears

2006-10-23 Thread Helen and Graham
of a vaginal birth as the pain of the caesar, whilst not lasting for as long, was much more intense than the pain of the tear. She had a "long" second stage and birthed on all fours for the first birth apparently. Helen

[ozmidwifery] 60 minutes attachment parenting

2006-10-23 Thread Helen and Graham
As depressing as it was.for those who missed 60 minutes on Sunday - if you have broadband you can watch it online at the website in the "Video Library" section. Helen

[ozmidwifery] Attached Parents - on Sixty Minutes

2006-10-21 Thread Helen and Graham
http://sixtyminutes.ninemsn.com.au/sixtyminutes/stories/2006_10_22/story_1798.asp Interested to see how biased this story is going to be. Helen

Re: [ozmidwifery] was I need to vent!!! now WYETH???

2006-10-21 Thread Helen and Graham
anyway. I think it would be great to have that ad in the Australian! Helen - Original Message - From: Barbara Glare Chris Bright To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2006 9:40 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] was I need to vent!!! now WYETH

Re: [ozmidwifery] I need to vent!!!

2006-10-19 Thread Helen and Graham
ubscribing to this magazine but then I came across a full page Novalac advertisement. I thought it made an absolute mockery of the whole philosophy of the magazine. I intend to write them an email about it...... Helen - Original Message - From: Barbara Glare Ch

[ozmidwifery] term breech trial - ECV option

2006-10-10 Thread Helen and Graham
it is performed at 37 weeks to be the most successful. I would also be interested in other units offering this service to tell the women in my care if anyone knows of them. Thanks Helen Cahill - Original Message - From: Justine Caines To: OzMid List Sent: Wednesday

[ozmidwifery] List problems

2006-10-09 Thread Helen and Graham
address book. It isn't always a problem so I never understand why it sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. Go figure! Good luck Helen - Original Message - From: Susan Cudlipp To: midwifery list Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 12:38 AM Subject: (No subject header

[ozmidwifery] Interesting article

2006-09-12 Thread Helen and Graham
Encouraging parents too rare September 12, 2006 09:00am Article from: SMACKING should be outlawed, crying can't be photographed and children are getting fatter, but are parents really getting it so wrong, asks Sue Dunlevy You can't trust parents these days. They put junk food in the

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2006-09-07 Thread Helen and Graham
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/5322782.stm More deaths for caesarean babies Babies born by caesarean are nearly three times more likely to die in the first month than those born naturally, US research shows. The findings, based on over 5.7 million births, are particularly important

[ozmidwifery] Parent Helpline overwhelmed with callers

2006-09-04 Thread Helen and Graham
Mothers' cries for help met with silence Deborah GoughSeptember 3, 2006 HUNDREDS of thousands of desperate mothers fearing for their babies' health are swamping a specialist helpline with calls for help but their pleas are going unanswered. A staggering four out of every five callers to the

Re: [ozmidwifery] Synto question

2006-09-03 Thread Helen and Graham
Not sure, we too have the synto out at least an hour or two before birth.We have stopped drawing up the synto until after the birth( not what you were askingI know) ever since synto was given accidently at a Victorian hospital prior to a baby's birth with terrible consequences. Helen

[ozmidwifery] Maternity Coalition's activity

2006-09-02 Thread Helen and Graham
I hope this isn't a double up email - I have resent it as it didn't seem to get through. Just thought I'd send thison for anyone not aware of Maternity Coalition's latest campaign. I just visited the website and plan to join up as this is an issue close to my heart. Helen

Re: [ozmidwifery] WA opens a brestmilk bank for premmie babies

2006-08-28 Thread Helen and Graham
Does anyone know if the private milk bank in Melbourne ever got off the ground??? It was on the list some time ago. Helen - Original Message - From: Kelly @ BellyBelly To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, August 28, 2006 6:35 PM Subject

Re: [ozmidwifery] WA opens a brestmilk bank for premmie babies

2006-08-28 Thread Helen and Graham
Just found the article from two years ago. Where is Margaret Callaghan now? I wonder if there were too many hurdles to jump to get it off the ground Helen Australia's first milk bankAugust 12, 2004 - 1:06PM - AAPAustralia's first milk bank is to start offering breast milk to newmothers

Re: [ozmidwifery] c/s and other stats for mid led units

2006-08-27 Thread Helen and Graham
Hi Tania Would be really interested to know your stats as I anticipate they will be something to be proud ofI know midwifery led care is the way to go and look forward to being able to shout this from the rafters with some good ammunition Helen - Original Message

Re: [ozmidwifery] c/s and other stats for mid led units

2006-08-27 Thread Helen and Graham
That is fantastic Tania - well done to you both. Helen - Original Message - From: Tania Smallwood To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 7:02 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] c/s and other stats for mid led units Don’t

Re: [ozmidwifery] Sex to bring on labour

2006-08-24 Thread Helen and Graham
, things are stirred up! Anyway, I hope this helps - I now recommend it. After all what have they got to lose as long as both mum and dad are happy to try it. Cheers Helen http://www.orgyn.com/en/news/2006/Week_27/Day_2/Sex_at_term_helps_pr.asp?C=95626389535239236111 Sex at term helps

[ozmidwifery] Communities should pay for obstetrician's medical indemnity insurance????

2006-08-23 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.abc.net.au/news/items/200608/1721677.htm?southwestvic It has been suggested that councils and rural communities should pay obstetrician's indemnity insurance to address the crisis in obstetric services in country areas. The federal Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Pru Goward,

[ozmidwifery] Interesting article about declining rural birthing services

2006-08-08 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,20063886-2,00.html# Mum-to-be travels 2000km to give birth By Liza Kappelle August 08, 2006 08:15pm Article from: AAP Font size: + - Send this article: Print Email A MUM-to-be has been shunted more than 2000km around Western Australia for somewhere to

[ozmidwifery] Article about BF and reaction to stress

2006-08-08 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.webmd.com/content/article/126/116188?printing=true Breastfed Babies Less Stressed Later? British Study: Children of Divorce Less Anxious if Breastfed as Infants ByMirandaHittiWebMD Medical News Reviewed ByLouiseChang,MDon Wednesday, August 02, 2006 Aug.

[ozmidwifery] Use of ultrasound routinely to check for breech position!!!!!

2006-08-08 Thread Helen and Graham
This is ironic after what has just been posted about the latest possible risks of ultrasoundHelen http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/5241968.stm Breech baby checks 'miss cases' Routine pregnancy exams to check a baby is in a good position before birth are not sensitive enough

[ozmidwifery] Depressing article on breastfeeding in public in the US

2006-07-31 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14065706/page/2/ MSNBC.com Eyeful of breast-feeding mom sparks outrage Magazine cover blasted by public squeamish over sight of nursing breast The Associated Press Updated: 8:33 p.m. ET July 27, 2006 NEW YORK - "I was SHOCKED to

[ozmidwifery] Single layer closure of uterus

2006-07-31 Thread Helen and Graham
Sorry for cross posts... Following the thread about single layer closures for LUSCS, I thought I would send thefollowingNICE guidelines -latest UKrecommendations.This was published in 2004. Helen http://www.nice.org.uk/download.aspx?o=cg013fullguideline One- vs. two-layer closure

[ozmidwifery] Nambour Selangor Private Hospital Article

2006-07-26 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au/storyprint.cfm?storyID=3694098 Baby you just ain’t see nothing yet at Selangor 27.07.2006 IT is just as well that Treasurer Peter Costello who is urging Australians to populate and cherish does not hang around

[ozmidwifery] Powers to investigate stillbirth article

2006-07-15 Thread Helen and Graham
I can already see the induction rate rising. http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/mystery-infant-deaths-must-face-tougher-scrutiny/2006/07/15/1152637919967.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1 Mystery infant deaths must face tougher scrutiny by Carmel Egan July 16, 2006 Mysterious deaths

[ozmidwifery] Article on breastfeeding preventing bed wetting

2006-07-15 Thread Helen and Graham
prohibited without the prior written consent of Reuters. URL: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/13715951/ © 2006 MSNBC.com I can't help but wonder if it is also to do with the emotional security that accompanies breastfeeding +/- co-sleepingHelen ch=Healthc4=Healthc5=Children%27s%20Healthc7

[ozmidwifery] Today Tonight asking for feedback

2006-07-12 Thread Helen and Graham
putting my two cents worth in. Helen

[ozmidwifery] Neonatal screening

2006-07-11 Thread Helen and Graham
It Does Matter Where A Baby Is Born WASHINGTON, July 11, 2006 (AP)States have nearly doubled the number of newborns being tested for a host of rare but devastating genetic diseases - yet where you live still determines just how protected your baby will be, the March of Dimes reports.

[ozmidwifery] Cannabis use in pregnancy article

2006-07-05 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,19700277-23289,00.html Drug babies on rise July 06, 2006 CANNABIS smoking during pregnancy is a more dire problem in Australia than previously thought, and the effect on babies is severe, a world-first study has found. The problem is

[ozmidwifery] Perineal massage

2006-06-29 Thread Helen and Graham
Thanks for your replies on perineal massage. I realise it is just one of a host of hints for decreasing peri trauma but it's good to have some research to back this one up and to find that others are giving the same advice. Helen

[ozmidwifery] Perineal massage

2006-06-28 Thread Helen and Graham
in trying. I remember it was bandied around years ago but there wasn't any research to support it's effectiveness back then. What are your thoughts Helen

[ozmidwifery] Baby bonus article

2006-06-24 Thread Helen and Graham
www.theage.com.au Doctors want premature start to baby bonus rise Sarah PriceJune 25, 2006 CANBERRA should bring forward its baby bonus rise to reduce the risk of women delaying births, doctors say. The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists said

Re: [ozmidwifery] Update Belmont Birthing Service

2006-06-24 Thread Helen and Graham
That's great news Carolyn! Can you share your stats with us. i.e. how many spontaneous vaginal births, transfers etc. I am expecting them to be pretty impressive. Also are you still getting plenty of support from the powers that be? Thanks in advance. Helen Cahill - Original Message

[ozmidwifery] Interesting article

2006-06-23 Thread Helen and Graham
Prebiotics 'cut baby's skin risk' Adding prebiotics to formula feed can help cut the risk of babies developing a form of eczema, research suggests. Milan's Center for Infant Nutrition found atopic dermatitis was less likely in babies given supplemented formula than those given the

[ozmidwifery] Introducing solids

2006-06-07 Thread Helen and Graham
contributes to this decision. 2. Baby was watching me eat therefore he wants some??!!! 3. BF more often at around that age( ? due to a growth spurt ).therefore I mustn't have enough milk and the baby wants more than I can give! Helen

[ozmidwifery] Sad article reinforcing the need for rural maternity units

2006-06-07 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.abc.net.au/cgi-bin/common/printfriendly.pl?http://www.abc.net.au/news/newsitems/200606/s1657819.htm ABC Online Father forced to deliver stillborn baby on roadside. 07/06/2006. ABC News Online Last Update: Wednesday, June 7, 2006. 6:21pm (AEST) Father forced to deliver stillborn

Re: [ozmidwifery] consent to formula feed?

2006-06-06 Thread Helen and Graham
I think the bit about medically required was referring to the formula not the consent. - Original Message - From: Lisa Barrett [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, June 06, 2006 4:13 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] consent to formula feed? previous

[ozmidwifery] Interesting article - old wives tales to bring on labour

2006-06-06 Thread Helen and Graham
Note the statement thatclassify fullterm pregnancy as being from 37 weeks onwards! http://www.webmd.com/content/Article/123/115026.htm?printing=true June 2, 2006 – The notion that having sex late in pregnancypregnancy will hasten labor and deliverylabor and delivery is among the oldest of

Re: [ozmidwifery] Introducing solids too early

2006-06-06 Thread Helen and Graham
. 2. Baby was watching me eat therefore he wants some??!!! 3. BF more often at around that age ? due to a growth spurt .therefore I mustn't have enough milk and the baby wants more than I can give! Helen - Original Message - From: Nicole Carver To: ozmidwifery

[ozmidwifery] Interesting article

2006-06-05 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.abc.net.au/news/newsitems/200606/s1655871.htm Genital mutilation leads to more child birth deaths, study says A new Australian study has shows female genital mutilation leads to an increased risk of death in newborn babies. The study has been published in medical journal, The

[ozmidwifery] Lancet article on caesarian rates and pregnancy outcomes

2006-06-03 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140673606687047/abstract The Lancet2006;367:1819-1829 DOI:10.1016/S0140-6736(06)68704-7 Caesarean

Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths

2006-06-03 Thread Helen and Graham
Title: Midwifery Strengths Thanks for that info Anne. Helen - Original Message - From: Anne Clarke To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Sunday, June 04, 2006 12:23 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths Dear Helen, Yes, we do

Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths

2006-06-02 Thread Helen and Graham
Title: Midwifery Strengths Does RWH offer antenatal, birth and postnatal care with the same midwife Anne? Helen - Original Message - From: Anne Clarke To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, June 02, 2006 5:14 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery

Fw: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths

2006-06-01 Thread Helen and Graham
and clearly there isn't a one size fits all. Helen - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Thursday, June 01, 2006 1:07 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths Not exactly Brenda. The idea of antenatal, birth and postnatal care all

Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths

2006-05-31 Thread Helen and Graham
Title: Midwifery Strengths Just wondering if there are any midwifery models within a hospital settingin Australia offering 1-2-1 care, apart from"team midwifery" models where theremay bea primary midwife but a team approach to after hours on-call. Helen - Origin

[ozmidwifery] ? changing nature of the list....

2006-05-30 Thread Helen and Graham
. It would be pretty boring if we were preaching to the converted the whole time. I for one love to hear the diverse opinions of many on this list and would hate it if people felt they couldn't freelyexpress theirs unpopular or not! Helen

Re: [ozmidwifery] Hep B, vit K

2006-05-25 Thread Helen and Graham
sides. I am just pointing out the current National policy on the topic. The NHMRC Immunization Handbook can be downloaded in full at http://www9.health.gov.au/immhandbook/pdf/handbook.pdf if that helps. Helen - Original Message - From: Judy Chapman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery

Re: [ozmidwifery] weight loss

2006-05-25 Thread Helen and Graham
I have also heard of fish soup being used by Fijians forincreasing milk supply. It would be great if someone could do some research into it Helen - Original Message - From: Alesa Koziol To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, May 26, 2006 12:16

Re: [ozmidwifery] Superbrats - on tonight

2006-05-23 Thread Helen and Graham
Have just finished watching Superbrats. What struck me was the calm behaviour of the children belonging to the "attachment parenting" advocates. I am probably biased but I couldn't help but notice their contentment whenthe cameraperson wasfocused on them. Helen From: Kelly @

[ozmidwifery] Taiwanese women avoid LUSCS in July blog

2006-05-14 Thread Helen and Graham
This was a blog in the Sydney Morning Herald http://blogs.smh.com.au/dissection/archives/2006/05/haunted.html HAUNTED Taiwanese mothers-to-be avoid caesarean section births during the lunar month of July - because of a belief that this "ghost month" is inauspicious for any major

Re: [ozmidwifery] Taiwanese women avoid LUSCS in July blog

2006-05-14 Thread Helen and Graham
e hospital or the birthing centre - I would guess it is the private hospital as I don't think the birth centre has been open for that long (correct me if I am wrong). Helen - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; ozmidwifery Sent: Monday, May 15, 20

[ozmidwifery] Delayed Cord Clamping reduces Anaemia article

2006-04-26 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.orgyn.com/en/news/2006/Week_17/Day_1/Delaying_cord_clampi.asp?C=17447388334892708333 Delaying cord clamping reduces anemiaSource:Pediatrics 2006; 117: e779-86 Investigating the effects of the timing of cord clamping on neonatal venous hematocrit. Delaying cord clamping may

Re: [ozmidwifery] BF videos

2006-04-25 Thread Helen and Graham
Or is it Kangaroo Care Helen - Original Message - From: Julie Clarke To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, April 25, 2006 6:07 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] BF videos Could it be “Breastfeeding: Babies Choice” http

[ozmidwifery] Interesting article on proposed increased medicare funding for nurses

2006-04-12 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20876,18787989-28737,00.html Healing hand extendedAllowing nurses to perform tasks now handled by doctors would save money, but it is likely to be fiercely resisted by the medical profession, write Adam Cresswell and Patricia Karvelas

Re: [ozmidwifery] Sunrise

2006-04-04 Thread Helen and Graham
Yes me too! It might have been Channel 7's idea thoeither way it is tragic! Helen - Original Message - From: Alexandra Gosden To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2006 3:28 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Sunrise I thought itwas

[ozmidwifery] 77 year old obstetrician comes out of retirement to save Emerald!!!!!!

2006-03-26 Thread Helen and Graham
What a lifesaver.!!!??? ABC Online The World Today - Retired obstetrician returns to work due to doctor shortage [This is the print version of story http://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2006/s1592423.htm] The World Today - Wednesday, 15 March, 2006 12:38:00

[ozmidwifery] Unregulated milk banks

2006-03-26 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/feed-time/2006/03/26/1143330931915.html# Mothers' milk in a bull market By Marsha Austin, DenverMarch 27, 2006 You won't find it on any commodities exchange, but there is a booming trade in mothers' breast milk. The United States' largest non-profit

[ozmidwifery] Perinatal mortality rates and caesars

2006-03-26 Thread Helen and Graham
Does anyone know off the top of their head what the perinatal mortality rates in Australia are doing with the rising caesar rates??? I could look this up myself but thought someone may already know. Thanks Helen

[ozmidwifery] breast is best article on extended (the way nature intended...) breastfeeding

2006-03-25 Thread Graham Helen
http://www.thesundaymail.news.com.au/printpage/0,5942,18511310,00.html Breast is best for my son, 3 HANNAH DAVIES 19mar06 JAKE Torepe can barely contain his excitement as he peeps down his mum's shirt to find she isn't wearing a bra. I wanna feed, I wanna feed, he cries, abandoning his toy

[ozmidwifery] Netballer allowed to use breast pump

2006-03-01 Thread Helen and Graham
Home » National » Article Netballer allowed to use breast pump By Dan HarrisonMarch 1, 2006 - 5:31PM Australian netballer Janine Ilitch will be able to breastfeed in the Commonwealth Games village, after Netball Australia threw their support behind her, and the Commonwealth Games

[ozmidwifery] Low lying placenta

2006-03-01 Thread Helen and Graham
http://www.gynob.com/previa.htm I did a quick search on this topic to update myself and found this reference - can't say how reliable it is. Helen Placenta previa in the 2nd TrimesterI'm in my second trimester and I have a partial placenta previa. Will this problem go away? Will I need a C

Re: [ozmidwifery] labour without vaginal examens

2006-02-28 Thread Helen and Graham
I think it is important to also add that the risks of repeated vaginal examinations are increased in the presence ofruptured membranes(for obvious reasons). Helen - Original Message - From: Janet Fraser To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Wednesday, March

Re: [ozmidwifery] Babies Sleep Again...

2006-02-18 Thread Helen and Graham
... and he was happyso happy Helen and Graham - Original Message - From: Megan Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2006 8:37 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Babies Sleep Again... After 7 1/2 years and 4 children, I know

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