Having A Baby (South Australia)
Dear All The South Australian Department of Human Services officially launched a new health promotion pamphlet last week entitled, "Having ABaby." This pamphlet endorses the option of midwife led care for women and their families, and homebirth in the list of 'places where you may choose to have your baby.' Subheadings include: Who can provide care for me and my baby ? Where can I have my baby ? What is important to me about the birth of my baby ? What are my rights and responsibilities ? How can I find out more ? The pamphlet encompasses definitions of various providers in pregnancy childbirth their roles, explanation re various settings, suggested questions of care providers, and a resource / phone list eg: Australian Breastfeeding Association, Australian College of Midwives Inc / SA, Birth Matters, CARES SA, Homebirth Network, Child Youth Health, Migrant Health Service, Nunkuwarrin Yunti, Parent Helpline, RACGP, RANZCOG, Womens Information Service. It has been printed in elevenlanguages, with culturally appropriate modification / illustration. (English, Chinese, Arabic, Bosnian, Serbian, Croation, Kurdish, Vietnamese, Cambodian [Khmer], Persian [Farsi], Turkish) The initiating vision, tenacity, resiliance perseverence of the consumers and consumer groups that contributed to seeing this project through to fruition has been an inspiring experience, and an affirmation that those commited to achieving change will effect it collectively. Copies of this pamphlet can be ordered from: Angela Princi Administration/Project Assistant Strategy Operations Service Statewide Division Dept of Human Services PO Box 287 Rundle Mall Adelaide SA 5000 Regards Roz Donnellan - Fernandez Self Employed Community Midwife (Adelaide)
Re: political action now
Well done Bronni, it is wonderful to have people writing letters and getting it happenning. It makes me wonder how many women out there are doing similar stuff. About two years ago a guy in public health Canberra told me that each verbal or written comment/complaint to any department in health is equated to around 10,000 persons on a national scale. He also stated that because they know this, they take individual actions or comments seriously. So when I am met with the inevitable comments like 'well your the only person who has a problem with this' or ' you are the only person to raise this issue'... I quote what the public health department guy told me and they (whichever service I am dealing with) are totally gobsmacked with this statistic. A handy piece of info at a time when you are 'perceived to be the lone voice' in the wilderness. The organisation/service/practitioner cannot(no matter how easy they had hoped to be able to) ignore you. So every letter, meeting and effort does count. Kind Regards Sally-Anne Brown -- From: Steven McGrath [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: political action now Date: Sunday, 14 October 2001 17:09 My name is Bronni McGrath and i am a mother and midwife currently not practicing (except for my wonderful girlfriends). i was introduced to this list by Jan Ireland a wonderful women who has been/is my mentor. i have been trying to keep up with all that happens on this list and have just read the latest emails on what is happening politically. i would like to let you know that as a consumer i have called a public meeting in my area (Healesville, Vic) to help raise public awareness of the issue of PI Ins. being removed from midwives. i have sent about 35 letters/invites out to families and written to my local papers (only 1 has published me). Myself and a girlfriend have also written to both local members and received open interested replies. i have never done this kind of thing before and as i sit down to write an agenda for the meeting the butterflies are fluttering! i would appreciate any ideas anyone has. i will be focusing on the effectiveness of consumers having their say ie writing to local MPs, local papers etc. keep up the great work everyone and know there are lots of us at home mothering trying to work out ways to support you all. Bronni -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: Political Action continued
Thansk Denise for quoting this site. i printed the entire 58 pages and did find it to be aimed at the early childhood years, but a good doc to have. Interestingly, under the ALP policy site I typed in a few words to see what they had, here are some of them and the results. Childbirth - No policies or media releases cited. Birth - One media release (Carmen's) on the declining number of births in oz. Maternity - Media Releases mainly focusing on maternity leave for women. Midwifery - No policies or media releases cited. Homebirth - No policies or media releases cited. And the most surprising of all ... Community Midwifery - No policies or media releases cited. In fact it 'diverted' to some media releases on community issues. I pointed this out to the ALP guy I met with yesterday, he was embarrassed to say the least. Kind Regards Sally-Anne Brown -- From: Denise Hynd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: CMWA [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Political Action continued Date: Friday, 12 October 2001 15:58 Dear all On the Alp web site in their policies on Family support http://www.alp.org.au/policy/pdpfamily150500.html they talk about Us and European early intervention and home visiting programs as examples of the justification/examples for Early Intervetion Programs! Reading this has suggested writing/speaking to them to point out that there is Australain research that midwifery models of care deliver even earlier and just as profund social benefits for example Birth Becomes her Dr Tracey Reibel's studies of the outcomes of the CMWA!! Any other suggestions of similar research?? Denise Ps I am waiting for a birth!! -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: Political Action continued
Dear Denise and all on list, It is such a golden time frame now, enjoy it all, Warm Regards Sally-Anne -- From: Denise Hynd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Sally-Anne Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED]; ozmidwifery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Political Action continued Date: Wednesday, 17 October 2001 10:44 dear Sally-Anne, True there is no mention of birth policies and what they have on Family we know is band-aiding and we have the evidence! that is why I am composing a letter to Big Kim and colleagues Would it not be a great photo opportunity for him to be with the families of a unique positive program Carmen has supported?? Denise - Original Message - From: Sally-Anne Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2001 7:53 PM Subject: Re: Political Action continued Thansk Denise for quoting this site. i printed the entire 58 pages and did find it to be aimed at the early childhood years, but a good doc to have. Interestingly, under the ALP policy site I typed in a few words to see what they had, here are some of them and the results. Childbirth - No policies or media releases cited. Birth - One media release (Carmen's) on the declining number of births in oz. Maternity - Media Releases mainly focusing on maternity leave for women. Midwifery - No policies or media releases cited. Homebirth - No policies or media releases cited. And the most surprising of all ... Community Midwifery - No policies or media releases cited. In fact it 'diverted' to some media releases on community issues. I pointed this out to the ALP guy I met with yesterday, he was embarrassed to say the least. Kind Regards Sally-Anne Brown -- From: Denise Hynd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: CMWA [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Political Action continued Date: Friday, 12 October 2001 15:58 Dear all On the Alp web site in their policies on Family support http://www.alp.org.au/policy/pdpfamily150500.html they talk about Us and European early intervention and home visiting programs as examples of the justification/examples for Early Intervetion Programs! Reading this has suggested writing/speaking to them to point out that there is Australain research that midwifery models of care deliver even earlier and just as profund social benefits for example Birth Becomes her Dr Tracey Reibel's studies of the outcomes of the CMWA!! Any other suggestions of similar research?? Denise Ps I am waiting for a birth!! -- 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. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: Re Episiotomy competencies
Dear Jane I see the research as saying the competency (particularly of a midwife) lies in the ability to avoid a surical procedure/epiotomy/cut ( to a lesser extent a tear) but I would suspect that your "questioner" does not understand that or that you have thus prooved yourself more than competent!!! Denise - Original Message - From: cjknight To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2001 8:21 PM Subject: Re Episiotomy competencies Dear Listers Can anyone help me with some statistics regarding how many student midwives complete their education without performing an episiotomy?I was unable to gain that competency during my education and there have been few opportunities to gain competency in my current practice despite being in my current position 7 years. I work inlow risk midwifery based in a rural hospital. My practice is being called into question over this matter so it is important that I get hold of some evidence to back up my assertion that this is not an uncommon situation. Thanks Jane
Re: Having A Baby (South Australia)
Dear Ros Is this publication available on line??Denise - Original Message - From: Roslyn Donnellan - Fernandez To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2001 9:07 PM Subject: "Having A Baby" (South Australia) Dear All The South Australian Department of Human Services officially launched a new health promotion pamphlet last week entitled, "Having ABaby." This pamphlet endorses the option of midwife led care for women and their families, and homebirth in the list of 'places where you may choose to have your baby.' Subheadings include: Who can provide care for me and my baby ? Where can I have my baby ? What is important to me about the birth of my baby ? What are my rights and responsibilities ? How can I find out more ? The pamphlet encompasses definitions of various providers in pregnancy childbirth their roles, explanation re various settings, suggested questions of care providers, and a resource / phone list eg: Australian Breastfeeding Association, Australian College of Midwives Inc / SA, Birth Matters, CARES SA, Homebirth Network, Child Youth Health, Migrant Health Service, Nunkuwarrin Yunti, Parent Helpline, RACGP, RANZCOG, Womens Information Service. It has been printed in elevenlanguages, with culturally appropriate modification / illustration. (English, Chinese, Arabic, Bosnian, Serbian, Croation, Kurdish, Vietnamese, Cambodian [Khmer], Persian [Farsi], Turkish) The initiating vision, tenacity, resiliance perseverence of the consumers and consumer groups that contributed to seeing this project through to fruition has been an inspiring experience, and an affirmation that those commited to achieving change will effect it collectively. Copies of this pamphlet can be ordered from: Angela Princi Administration/Project Assistant Strategy Operations Service Statewide Division Dept of Human Services PO Box 287 Rundle Mall Adelaide SA 5000 Regards Roz Donnellan - Fernandez Self Employed Community Midwife (Adelaide)
Re: Political Action continued
It sure would be a great photo opportunity Denise. Go for it! Big Kim as you say needs to be reminded that domestic issues need to be addressed and I think there is a real winner in him saying we are concerned with National Security but we recognise those who we are protecting - FAMILIES, this would be a step up from Howard's cashing in on the dead routine. Justine Caines ACT Maternity Caolition From: Denise Hynd [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2001 08:44:22 +0800 To: Sally-Anne Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED], ozmidwifery [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Political Action continued dear Sally-Anne, True there is no mention of birth policies and what they have on Family we know is band-aiding and we have the evidence! that is why I am composing a letter to Big Kim and colleagues Would it not be a great photo opportunity for him to be with the families of a unique positive program Carmen has supported?? Denise -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
RE: Birth Story Book
Hi The Birth Book was released at the end of last month. I had the pleasure of being involved in its making. I requested birth stories on this list to put in 'The Birth Book' about 18 months ago. At the time I was sent around 5 stories with permission to include them in the book. The stories were forwarded onto the publisher - who chose the stories to include. Unfortunately when I migrated information onto my new computer earlier this year some data was destroyed - including the contact details of those who sent me the stories. So if you sent me a story - let me know and I will let you know if your story was included in the book. Cheers Jane Palmer Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Caring, Professional Midwifery Services Sydney Visit http://www.pregnancy.com.au -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Jo Slamen Sent: Wednesday, 17 October 2001 9:04 AM To: Midwifery List Subject: Birth Story Book I was absolutely delighted yesterday to completely by accident discover that my birth story was published in The Birth Book, Carol Barbar (revised edition published this year). I was in a bookshop with husband (who is the IT Manager for this chain of bookshops) and was browsing the preggo/baby titles (as is my habit), and this one was face out (bookselling term) and I'd never seen it before, so thumbed through, and saw Jo's Birth Story. The first sentence was so familiar! And then it dawned on me. I am pleased as punch, and not at all seeking any financial or other reward, but was just wondering exactly how it got there. I think that I probably copied it to a request from this list for birth stories (and never thought anything of it) and, as I say, I am not after anything, but was just a little surprised, as had I not discovered this, I may never have known it was in print for real! So thank you, and if anyone can put me on the trail of the responsible (bless them), I'd like to say thanks properly. Jo -- 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: Birth Story Book
The issue you have raised is important Jo. The electronic medium makes it all too easy for anyone to pick up whatever they fancy and reprint it. I was notified recently by an English midwife that a section from my website was being used, without acknowledgment, on the website of another group of midwives. The information is what I call 'Planning for birth at home', and I have used it in booklet form, as a handout to prospective clients, as well as on my website, since at least 1997 - maybe longer. Some of it is original work - some is what I consider common knowledge, including lists of questions that anyone might ask, that I have accumulated during my years as a mother and a midwife. It concludes with a very personal statement that I wrote: You are planning to give birth in your own home. Your pregnancy is a statement of your wellness, life and strength. New life is swelling your body. You and your mate accept the gift of life with eager anticipation. Your body tells you that change and growth are following nature's course. The cessation of your menstrual flow, the desire for good food and rest, the enlargement of your breasts - all external - accompany the private dreaming. As your midwife I am committed to supporting you and your family through this wonderfully basic life event - the birth of your baby - your personal, intimate celebration of life and health. Joy Johnston This is also the concluding statement in the copied version, except my name has been left off. That's pretty disappointing. I have written to the people who have used my work, and they have assured me that the mistake was made by someone else, and that they will rectify the situation. I think this sort of thing needs to be addressed, and those who copy material from this list do need to ask permission of the writer. Joy Johnston 25 Eley Rd Blackburn South Vic 3130 Tel:03 9808 9614 Fax:03 9808 3611 M: 04111 90448 www.aitex.com.au/joy.htm -Original Message- From: Jo Slamen [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2001 9:04 AM To: Midwifery List Subject:Birth Story Book I was absolutely delighted yesterday to completely by accident discover that my birth story was published in The Birth Book, Carol Barbar (revised edition published this year). I was in a bookshop with husband (who is the IT Manager for this chain of bookshops) and was browsing the preggo/baby titles (as is my habit), and this one was face out (bookselling term) and I'd never seen it before, so thumbed through, and saw Jo's Birth Story. The first sentence was so familiar! And then it dawned on me. I am pleased as punch, and not at all seeking any financial or other reward, but was just wondering exactly how it got there. I think that I probably copied it to a request from this list for birth stories (and never thought anything of it) and, as I say, I am not after anything, but was just a little surprised, as had I not discovered this, I may never have known it was in print for real! So thank you, and if anyone can put me on the trail of the responsible (bless them), I'd like to say thanks properly. Jo -- 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.
Book
Joy You make an important point - I too have had work "ripped off" from my website. I must say I was flabbergasted and quite furious. In the case that I discovered I actually pointed out that this was a breach of copyright and asked for it to be removed within 24 hours or I would take legal action - this was an Australian site - not sure how this applies internationally in a practical sense - although it is definitely a legal issue. I have also come across sections from articles I have written in various newspapers that I was unaware had been used in Books - I dont mind if I am acknowleged and people have toldme EXACTLY what they are using but I was shocked to find a direct quote ina book on body imageby a well known Melbourne writer/ cartoonist a few years ago that simply referenced my article as "Belly Dancing article Sunday Age ". -Not even my name as the author and certainly no request for permission. In the case of the birth stories, Jane has obviously asked permission initially but some publishers seem to be less than clear about the definition of "permission" For Parenting By Heart, I actually had permission forms filled in by people I interviewed - even thougn I wrote up the interviews and in many cases used pseudonyms. the very few people who supplied their own stories were offered "payment' - most requested copies of the book. Jane - can you get your publisher to send these people free copies if they give you their addresses? Pinky www.pinky-mychild.com
