[ozmidwifery] Abby's Birth Announcement

2005-11-04 Thread Abby and Toby
HI, Sorry for the x-post, but thought I would share that thismorning at 3:46am I gave birth to a beautiful little girl, Runah. After a couple of days of crazy prelabour and 5 hours of active labour she was birthed in warm water, in my own home, into my friends hands with just her daddy, mummy and

[ozmidwifery] Pinky McKay - an amazing woman

2005-09-29 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Just thought I would let everyone know that there is no way Pinky would ever be in agreement with the Ezzo's and their teachings. In fact Pinky spends quite a lot of time with parents difusing the terrible belief systems they have, that were put in place by such people as the Ezzo's, Tizzie

[ozmidwifery] Watch Out The Ezzo's Are in Town!!

2005-09-28 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, I hardly post here anymore but thought this was worth mentioning. If I had known earlier I would've been campaigning! The Ezzo's are in Victor Harbour, SA for the GFA National Conference this weekend. I can't imagine anything worse than spending a weekend listening to babies being left to

Re: [ozmidwifery] doula in the Hawkesbury?

2005-07-17 Thread Abby and Toby
Subject: [ozmidwifery] doula in the Hawkesbury? Hi all,Does anyone know of a doula in this area? Here is Bonny's details Janet. They are posted on a public site so I am sure she wouldn't mind me posting them here. Bonny Davies (Maternity and Birth Support)north-west sydney region:

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Joyous Birth Review: Episiotomies May Bring More Risks

2005-05-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Thought some people may find this interesting. Love Abby Subject: Joyous Birth Review: Episiotomies May Bring More Risks Review: Episiotomies May Bring More RisksBy CARLA K. JOHNSON, Associated Press WriterTue May 3,11:09 PM ETFor years, some doctors believed that an episiotomy, an

[ozmidwifery] Expo this weekend

2005-04-10 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Homebirth Access Sydney is in need of your support. We need some more people to help out at the stand this weekend. I am sure we are all aware that in Australia less than 1% of births occur at home, it is a tragedy. Women do not seem to be aware of their options and choices for prenatal and

[ozmidwifery] HAS needs you at the PBC Expo

2005-04-05 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi Sydney Midwives, Homebirth Access Sydney would love if you could lend a couple of hours to come and help promote and raise awareness of the joys of homebirthing in Sydney. HAS is having a stall at the Parents, Babies and Childrens Expo from Friday 15th April to Sunday 17th April. We still have

Re: [ozmidwifery] big baby

2005-03-18 Thread Abby and Toby
I am unclear about some of this reply but when I said 'stressed about the size and labour' I meant (and this is what I needed from people), was that she needs to get her head away from worry about the size and birthing a big baby because that will inhibit and affect her ability to labour well

[ozmidwifery] Midiwves supporting in the Blue Mountains?

2005-03-18 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Are there any midwives on here that support women birthing in the upper Blue Mountains, or do you know of any? I already know of one, but was wondering if there were any others willing to come up. Thanks Love Abby

[ozmidwifery] Fwd: [AVN] After 11 years, Australia to lose volunteer-run consumer health lobby group

2005-03-16 Thread Abby and Toby
Thought that many people would be interested to know this is happening. I for one would be really upset if this great resource was shut down. Consumers need both sides to make informed decisions, without both sides there is no informed choice. Love Abby Meryl Dorey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [ozmidwifery] big baby

2005-03-16 Thread Abby and Toby
I have discussed with her the probs with ultrasound weights, big babies, birth, she is very tall as is her husband, stressing about the size in labour affecting her labour. Maybe her body just grows big babies. If a womans body grows big babies, why would you stress how size can affect labour,

[ozmidwifery] Protein in Urine?

2005-02-25 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, A client and I have been discussing protein in urine and how much is too much, when to get worried etc. She was admitted to hospital at 37 weeks with her daughter and induced, apparently due to high blood pressure and protein in her urine. A friend of hers had a similiar symptoms of pre

Re: [ozmidwifery] MORE ACTIVE MANGAEMENT

2005-02-25 Thread Abby and Toby
Has anyone had any experience with women eating a chunk of raw placenta to stop pph? I have read a few things about it and was just wondering if anyone had experience with this. Thanks Love Abby

[ozmidwifery] 100% Caesarean rate at Baxter??

2005-02-09 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, I have just heard, fifth hand, that at Baxter detention centre they are forcing all pregnant women to have a scheduled caesarean. Is this correct? If so, is there anything happening to change it? Thanks Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit

[ozmidwifery] Fw: [birthings] [Fwd: want to learn]

2004-12-21 Thread Abby and Toby
Thought someone here might be able to share some knowledge and insight with this woman. Love Abby Original Message Subject: want to learnDate: Sat, 18 Dec 2004 18:14:05 -0800 (PST)From: Emily [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Hi thereIm a 20 year old female,

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: The risk that follows caesarean

2004-12-17 Thread Abby and Toby
IN case any of your missed this. lots of mixed messages here! http://www.smh.com.au/news/National/The-risk-that-follows-caesarean/2004/12/ 16/1102787218025.html Regards,mAndrea Don't know if I am even game to read it! lol! On the c-aware list there has already been a response from a woman

Re: [ozmidwifery] Baby whisperers...

2004-12-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Hm, was just on the phone to a friend talking about when this would get posted on here...Pinky are you on this list? lol! As if parents need more pressure to sleep and have children that should be sleeping through. Too much focus goes on how many hours a baby sleeps or if

[ozmidwifery] AAIMHI Policy Paper on Controlled Crying

2004-12-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Thought I would post a link to this for anyone that may not have seen it. The policy certainly challenges much of the popular thinking about sleep training and such. http://www.aaimhi.org/documents/position%20papers/controlled_crying.pdf Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE

Re: [ozmidwifery] Baby whisperers...

2004-12-13 Thread Abby and Toby
I can't believe, thatpeople believe, that a three month old should be able to put herself back to sleep?? Sorry, I misread the age of the child and she was 7 months when they went to Tresillian. Still far too young in my opinion, she still has such a tiny tummy and babies usually wake if

[ozmidwifery] Glucose Challenge Testing

2004-12-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Couple of questions about this- 1) Is this application normal or necessary, the fasting for so long I mean - "My midwife wants me to have a glucose challenge test that involves 12 hours fasting then a blood test, drinking a sugary drink, 1hr later another blood test, drinking another

[ozmidwifery] Breech birth question

2004-11-26 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Just reading about breech births and differences of opinions between caregivers. Came across this comment, on a homebirth midwifes page and found it kinda odd. I would expect it from some Obs and hospital staff,but not sure what to make of this. There are other things on the page that

Re: [ozmidwifery] Breech birth question

2004-11-26 Thread Abby and Toby
Couple that with knowledge and common sense and you will cope with most midwifery situations including breech birth.marilyn Thanks for sharing Marilyn. I think that paragraph was pretty full on too..actually, I thought most of it was coming from a very "managed" and aggressive

Re: [ozmidwifery] Breech birth question

2004-11-26 Thread Abby and Toby
Title: Re: [ozmidwifery] Breech birth question I really love your interest in all the finer details of birth - your inquisitive nature will hold you well as you watch all your births unfold - all in their own manner, positions and time frame. Thanks for the encouragement Sue. Sometimes my

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re Stillbirth Memory ideas

2004-11-25 Thread Abby and Toby
When my sister lost her baby, my mum, other sister and I had a ceremony together. My sister and I each made her a small, quilted wall piece and my mum gave her a love, hope and charity gold charm. We gave them to her in a memory box that we had decorated. She kept the box hidden away for

[ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet?

2004-11-21 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, can anyone help me in locating info about the dangers of gentian violet? It was my understanding that in Oz we stopped recommending it quite some time ago because of some dangers?? My sister in America has been told to use it on her 4 week old daughter for thrush. Any info, especially online

Re: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet?

2004-11-21 Thread Abby and Toby
A lactation consultant can help with this. Nicole C Thanks Joy, Nicole and Pinky. I'll pass on the info to my sister. All the info I found on the internet was people recommending it's good to know that it is safe. Thanks Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re:cold epidurals

2004-11-07 Thread Abby and Toby
Why not just invent an artificial womb that can sit in the loungeroom for nine months with a little window in it so we can watch the fetus develop and if it's not quite 'right' just start all over again and then at exactly 40weeks gestation (no longer of course) open up the cupboard and voila -

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: (Adelaide)Meeting to Defend a Woman's Right to Choose

2004-11-07 Thread Abby and Toby
and how dare anyone take that right away. Nicole How dare anyone take away the right to live. It is a life being terminated. If I was about to be killed because someone decided I should be, then I sure hope someone would speak out for me. Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE

[ozmidwifery] Reclaiming Our Choices in Childbirth Conference 2005

2004-11-06 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Thought some might be interested in this. The speaker line up looks great. http://conference.ican-online.org/index1.htm Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: (Adelaide)Meeting to Defend a Woman's Right to Choose

2004-11-05 Thread Abby and Toby
Do pro abornists ever stop to think about all the 'WOMEN' that are aborted? Very well said.also, what about their RIGHT TO CHOOSE?! There is always so much focus on the right to choose for women to choose abortion, but pro choice people never talk about the person being killed and their

Re: [ozmidwifery] Epidurals

2004-11-05 Thread Abby and Toby
It would be nice for us if all women were pro-active in determining their birth plan in advance in collaboration with their primary care-giver, be it GP, Obstetrician , or midwife, but sadly as we all know this is not the case with many women arriving at hospital for their baby's birth with

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: (Adelaide)Meeting to Defend a Woman's Right to Choose

2004-11-05 Thread Abby and Toby
I need to add that the intentions of my initial posting was merely to inform those who may be interested in attending, I don't see the advantage in voicing our indidviual opinions on this subject under this forum. cheers Megan Hi Megan, I think this was an emotive post so posting to a list of

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: (Adelaide)Meeting to Defend a Woman's Right to Choose

2004-11-05 Thread Abby and Toby
For pro abortionists, they want to fight for their choice while, just as fiercely want to fight for womens and childrens choices. Oopps! This should've read, ...just as fiercely, pro lifers want to fight for womens and childrens choices Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE

Re: [ozmidwifery] cold epidurals

2004-11-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] cold epidurals This is also recommended be the hospitals here for birth of twins. Just in case. I have to say I am sitting here feeling sick to my stomach that this is happening to women, twins or not. What kind of uneducated, misinformation are they recieving to

Re: [ozmidwifery] Gary Ezzo

2004-10-30 Thread Abby and Toby
been doing the right thing to let the baby cry for hours ... naturally nobody in the house has been getting any sleep and everyone is on edge!! Can anybody help me?Leanne. Hi Leanne, It makes me cringe and cry everytime I hear of another baby being tortured and a family being torn up because of

Re: [ozmidwifery] Gary Ezzo

2004-10-30 Thread Abby and Toby
Great site Abby. marilyn It is a great site. I believe we all need to be really aware of this book and this mans teachings, his Becoming Babywise books are fast becoming one of Australias best selling childcare books and to be honest, it is frightening. All the major bookstores carry his books

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Joyous Birth Fw: axing of ABC George Negus

2004-10-27 Thread Abby and Toby
Sent: Thursday, October 28, 2004 10:30 AM Subject: Joyous Birth Fw: axing of ABC George Negus Subject: axing of ABC George Negus Dear friends, I have just rung the ABC to congratulate the showing of a homebirth. Spoke to a VERY upset producer who informed me that she was tooupset to make

[ozmidwifery] Fw: [ozbirthing] FW: private midwife PLEASE

2004-10-25 Thread Abby and Toby
Sue Cookson, are you on this list? This is your area I think. Love Abby -Original Message- From: Monica Falconer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, 25 October 2004 11:28 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: private midwife PLEASE Hi My name is Monica Falconer. I live between

[ozmidwifery] BMid Info Session

2004-10-23 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Today I attended the information session for the direct entry BMid at UTS. Sounded interesting, lots of people there, but I must admit I was disappointed to learn the NO alternative therapies will be taught. No herbs or anything. I find it so hard to accept that, in a course teaching about

[ozmidwifery] Homebirth Poem by Matire O'Connor

2004-10-22 Thread Abby and Toby
No rush to get to hospital on time! No hospital gowns. No identity crisis. No clocks. No drips. No drugs. No rush to produce this baby. No poking or prodding. No stirrups. Just privacy. And freedom. No superbugs. No strangers. No waiting-rooms. No wiring up your womb to a fetal heart

[ozmidwifery] Caesarean Debate on channel 9

2004-10-14 Thread Abby and Toby
Found this on another list.it was originally posted on Essential Baby. I am a producer at Channel 9 researching a story on the debate between people who support and oppose elective caesareans. I would like to talk to people who are interested in participating in this story If you would

[ozmidwifery] Has anyone studied through UTS?

2004-10-14 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Was just wondering a couple of thingshas anyone studied mid through UTS? If so, how did you honestly find the training? Woman centred or medical? Evidence based, natural etc? Also, does anyone know anything about Jill White the dean and how she views birth, her attitudes etc? They

Re: [ozmidwifery] FFP

2004-10-13 Thread Abby and Toby
I believe all midwives and midwifery students should first ask themselves whether or not they want support from and association with any party that endorses a candidate who claims on national radio/print media/TV that all lesbians are witches and should be burnt at the stake. Maybe time to tread

Re: [ozmidwifery] FFP

2004-10-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Dear All, The family First party are not a religious party, but a put the welfare of the family first party based on judeo-Christian principles (as are the Laws ofour country, our constitution etc). I heard the SA rep speaking and this came from his mouth. I then checked out the website and

Re: [ozmidwifery] FFP

2004-10-12 Thread Abby and Toby
christians were the backbone of the homebirth movement and I am wondering if this is so with the FFP and if they would support midwives and PI insurance, NMAP etc.pondering marilyn Hi Marilyn, I have been thinking about that all day. To be honest, I don't know where they stand, but I think

[ozmidwifery] Trading place for midwifery and birth resources??

2004-10-12 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Is there any online trading place for people into birth in Australia? There are a few in the US that I have bought stuff from but I'd love to tap into any in Oz. I am a bit of a women and birth book fiend and love buying secondhand stuff so if you know of any please send a link. thanks Love

[ozmidwifery] Midwifery Today Conference

2004-10-11 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Most people on here would probably know about this, but for those who don't, it looks like a great conference! http://www.midwiferytoday.com/conferences/eugene2005/program.asp Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or

[ozmidwifery] Free standing birth centre idea

2004-10-11 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, As much as I LOVE the idea of homebirth for all womenlolI know lots of women feel safer birthing in a birth centre or hospital. I do have a dream for an amazing birthing place, one day. Anywaythere is a great, practically new, birth centre attached to Nepean Hospital. I

Re: [ozmidwifery] RE: What the Pollies are offering Midwifery? and women

2004-10-08 Thread Abby and Toby
Indeed, the Bible is full of dreadful cruelties towards women and children. Most of them God ordained...David Hi David, The Bible also has some beautiful and amazing things about women, children and babies. I don't want to get into a "it says, he says, she says" kind of thing, but just

Re: [ozmidwifery] Doppler anyone....?

2004-10-07 Thread Abby and Toby
So imagine the excitement, joy and peace of mind you could get frombeing able to hear your baby's heartbeat and movements. OR the terror and anxiousness from not being able to accurately find the heartbeat, or worry from an irregular or slow heartbeat!!and then the extra drs

[ozmidwifery] Induction by Rupture of Membranes

2004-10-06 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, I've got a question about hospitals inducing etc. I have a client going to St George public and her EDD was the 5th, mum and bubs are doing wonderfully, heads 3/5 engaged, heart rate fine etc. Went to see doc today who swept and stretched, clients words, that was OMG that was painful, male

Re: [ozmidwifery] Induction by Rupture of Membranes

2004-10-06 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi Leanne, If your client wants a normal birth she should avoid an induction unless it is medically indicated, not just because she is a couple of days past her due date. I know! I know! I actually don't understand why she is choosing to go along with it, she is very educated and has lots of

Re: [ozmidwifery] Catty midwives

2004-10-05 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi Trish, I think we must be completely misunderstanding each other. As for the doula thing...well I think I made myself clear during the whole doula vs midwife conversation. I don't know how you see that what I was saying is in any way an attack on midwives, I am really sorry if it

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-05 Thread Abby and Toby
I believe that you are coming from the right place in your heart, but sometimes we need to take a step back think about how others may perceive us if we want to be listened to at all. I am speaking as someone who has learnt this lesson skill recently. Your opinion is valued.Philippa

Re: [ozmidwifery] Labours commitment to PI insurance (X posted! sorry!)

2004-10-05 Thread Abby and Toby
This will be done byJuila Gilliard and it will focused on providing solutions to thelack of PI insurance country wide, not just for the NT. He sounded sincere and i really think they will deliver for midwives.Kirsten. Darwin. ~~~start life with a midwife~~~ That's excellent and inspiring

Re: [ozmidwifery] Question about Chickenpox

2004-10-05 Thread Abby and Toby
I was only about 5 days into my first week of midwifery training ( never had it as a child). Hope all goes well. Regards, Tina H. (Brisbane) Thanks Tina, we went to the docs today and it is not chickenpox. Her few spots on her arms and chest cleared up, she is prone to rashes, and she instead

Re: [ozmidwifery] Catty midwives

2004-10-05 Thread Abby and Toby
Apology accepted Abby, and I meant pain in the as a true compliment. Trish Thanks Trish! I hope our paths cross one day. Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: ARm was Re: [ozmidwifery] VE

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
I suggested that perhaps that was one of the hazards of her profession? Grr!!! Jo x HOMEBIRTH! HOMEBIRTH!HOMEBIRTH! Do you think there will come a day when the majority of women will stop putting up with medical professionals bullshit and start trusting themselves? I cringe when I

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi Belinda, I will throw a flame - what is a traditional midwife and why is this person always without faults and seemingly all knowledgeable and sanctified. I don't think anyone thinks that traditional midwives are without faults or sanctified, however, I do believe that in their

[ozmidwifery] Students, training and other things was Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi Trish, Abby, could I ask where you are studying midwifery??? I'm not studying midwifery, nor did I say that I was. I do know quite a few students and midwives and have had numerous discussions with them about what they do and don't learn. I've read a fair bit about 'wise' women, don't

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
I have spoken to a woman who ruptured after a very natural homebirth. It can happen even when all seems to be going well and no intervention has occurred fortunately she was okay although it was touch and go at one stage. She can no longer have children. I know midwives(independent) who

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
There is such a wide variation about how people are trained. I feel pretty lucky to have has midwifery training and then apprenticed with a group of midwives. I worked for about 18 more months as the apprentice. This was a fantastic time. One of the women who inspired me (Hi Annie Pop) told

Re: [ozmidwifery] Students, training and other things was Re: uterinerupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi Trish, Abby, if I didn't think I was trying to impart a degree of wisdom, and assist students to find their own wisdom, together with the women (heard of the follow-through experience???) and the lovely midwives in hospitals who assist them with onsite learning, and the VERY occassional

[ozmidwifery] Question about Chickenpox

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Wondering if any of you know if chickenpox can be carried by someone that doesn't actually have the virus? I am sure there is a word for this but I don't know what it is. My dd has chickenpox, we are pretty sure, and I have a client who could call at anytime. Wondering if you think it is

Re: [ozmidwifery] Students, training and other things was Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Many of the skills we learn don't come from the uni itself, it's when we are on clinical placements and with our follow thru woman that we learn the most. I am forever indebited to the woman who have allowed me to be with them and to the amazing midwives who offer their advice and support.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Cochrane review on ARM

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Further to the ARM discussion whether we like it or not some women will ask for ARM knowing all too well that it does significantly shorten labour!!! The full review is available on the Cochrane website.lisa Thanks for that Lisa. In all the info I had read and been taught, the average was

Re: [ozmidwifery] Students, training and other things was Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Anyway, I hope my current perspective as a student is helpful.Jen 3rd year BMid, Melbourne Thanks Jen for sharing. It is such a shame that there is not the opportunity for practice of the theory you are learning. I was just recently talking to a friend about that. She had brought it up

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
The system is not perfect and in many cases is abhorrent, but comments such as yours makes one wonder why one bothers at all! How far does it go when we discuss the traditional midwife? Are we all to be walking around drunk, with warts on our noses?! Sorry couldnt help that!!

Re: [ozmidwifery] Question about Chickenpox

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
If you have had it then you can work with women, you should be immune now this is the hospital policy at wch Belinda Thanks for that Belinda. It's especially good to hear of hospital policy as I am sure most would have the same policy. I was pretty definite that I couldn't carry it, just

Re: [ozmidwifery] Students, training and other things was Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
Kirsten wroteAs for the debate on VE's etc, just because we learn something does not mean we will all go out and perform them every 5 minutes! There are many skills taught to us that could be seen as unnecessary interventions, why as Andrea Robertson in the Midwife Companion ( love this

Re: [ozmidwifery] Students, training and other things was Re: uterinerupture 1998

2004-10-04 Thread Abby and Toby
I would also have to argue that many women out there who do not experience the type of birth we desire or see as wonderful and achievable do not see themselves as victims of an uncaring system. I would have to say that many of the women in my study would be pissed off if you categorised them as

ARm was Re: [ozmidwifery] VE

2004-10-03 Thread Abby and Toby
VEs are like perineal suturing and rupturing of membranes. They are a tool in the professional midwife's kit that should be used with caution, judgement, humanity and great respect. Hi, I wanted to ask when, if ever, anyone would use ARM? From my understanding, and I am completely open to

Re: [ozmidwifery] VE, ARM etc..

2004-10-03 Thread Abby and Toby
There is some strong correlational evidence to suggest a shortened labour if ARM is performed late second stage or third stage and this may be of Hi Trish or anyone that knows, Could you please tell me where to find this evidence? This is contradictory to what I have read and learned, so I

Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: uterine rupture 1998

2004-10-03 Thread Abby and Toby
While I do not support the notion that women desiring vbac are considered high risk or obstetric care, I do believe that once a decision is made to augment and/or induce a labour then the obstetrician needs to be consulted referred to and obstetric protocols need to be followed if the

Re: [ozmidwifery] VE

2004-10-01 Thread Abby and Toby
i would be happy to talk more, but would like to see what other midwives think? MM I am not a midwife ( though one day may be), but I too am interested to see what others say. The thought of VEs in labour makes me physically ill. I can still feel that disgusting mans hand checking me while he and

[ozmidwifery] Fw: [UCbirthnews] New DVD - Unassisted Homebirth of Twins!

2004-09-29 Thread Abby and Toby
Thought this would be an amazing resource! Love Abby Dear Friends, I'm thrilled to announce that I've just added a wonderful new DVD to my bookstore: "Psalm Zoya - The Unassisted Homebirth of Our Twins," a film by Mindy Goorchenko. After watching this film, I immediately ordered 20 copies.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Nataliedash

2004-09-28 Thread Abby and Toby
fairly regularly get a message via ozmidwifery from "Nataliedash" with an attachment and nothing in the body of the message. It invariably has a virus. Maybe the list moderator could block this sender?Lynda Hi Lynda, Nat has checked her machine and she has no viruses, she's not sure how it

[ozmidwifery] Good birthing places in Mitcham SA

2004-09-24 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, A woman on another list is moving to Mitcham SA and is 36 weeks. She is looking at Flinders Medical Centre. Does anyone know of anywhere good to go? Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Good birthing places in Mitcham SA

2004-09-24 Thread Abby and Toby
We can help with options and so on. There is independant mw in the area she is going also. cheers Jo ps when we gunna have that chat Abby? I will be away fro the next two weeks so pencil me in your diary for the following weeks! Thanks Jo. I passed on the Birth Matters number already and

Re: [ozmidwifery] Put Midwifery Care on the Agenda Thurs Sep 30

2004-09-23 Thread Abby and Toby
Title: Put Midwifery Care on the Agenda Thurs Sep 30 I'll be there with bells on!! Love Abby - Original Message - From: Justine Caines To: Julie Clarke ; OzMid List ; Pat Brodie ; Hannah Dahlen ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; Lisa Metcalfe ; Nicole Christensen ; MC NSW

[ozmidwifery] LUDICROUS! Fw: Joyous Birth if this doesn't make you write a letter nothing will!

2004-09-22 Thread Abby and Toby
You have got to read thismy favourite part is where he says, "Home is the most dangerous place to have a baby. " My mind is running trying to figure out where to start with this bunch of BS!! Of course, it would be a male OB!!! When will they learn. - Original

Re: [ozmidwifery] LUDICROUS! Fw: Joyous Birth if this doesn't make you write a letter nothing will!

2004-09-22 Thread Abby and Toby
I am not clear where this was sourced from - can you help me out? The letter was published in The Weekly Times in Melbourne. I recieved the email on the Joyous Birth list and forwarded it on. Is that the info you wanted? Love Abby

[ozmidwifery] Fw: [BirthRage] controlling delivery pt 1

2004-09-22 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, I know this is based on America, but it seems, similiar attitudes are becoming more common here too. Love Abby (P.S. There are three parts to this.) - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2004 11:03

[ozmidwifery] Fw: [BirthRage] controlling delivery pt 2

2004-09-22 Thread Abby and Toby
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2004 11:02 AM Subject: [BirthRage] controlling delivery pt 2 " Controlling Delivery " Part 2By : John PopeOf the New Orleans Times PicayuneWenner contributed

[ozmidwifery] Fw: [BirthRage] controlling delivery pt 3

2004-09-22 Thread Abby and Toby
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2004 11:05 AM Subject: [BirthRage] controlling delivery pt 3 " Controlling Delivery " Part 3By John Pope Of New Orleans Times PicayuneContributing : David Wenner of

Re: [ozmidwifery] going off list for a while

2004-09-21 Thread Abby and Toby
SOrry , but 53 emails is too many to deal with. I'm going off list for a while till things are sorted out Kirsten blacker Wow Kirsten! You only get 53 emails? My husband is happy if there are under 200 a day with all my lists! lol! It use to be about 800 till I unsubbed. It will be good

Re: [ozmidwifery] Free Standing Birth Centres

2004-09-17 Thread Abby and Toby
I can hear my littleAkayrii calling for me, so I best get to bed.Goodnight, thanks for sparking the dream again!Love Abby Don't know what is going on, but I sent this email at about midnight last night, seems my emails are taking ages to come through?? love Abby

Re: [ozmidwifery] Abby

2004-09-17 Thread Abby and Toby
I was sent hate email for weeks by having the ordasity to suggest some people are painting cs to be the easiest and safest type of birth and perhaps that is a little concerning as it is not the case.love Jo Lol! I can imagine! One of my clients visits there frequently and was telling me

[ozmidwifery] Free Standing Birth Centres

2004-09-16 Thread Abby and Toby
Hi, Is there any such thing in Australia? Or are they all connected to hospitals or government run etc? Is it legal to have a free standing birth centre, if we don't have any in Australia? Thanks Love Abby -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to

Re: [ozmidwifery] Free Standing Birth Centres

2004-09-16 Thread Abby and Toby
That's why I asked. Ever since I started really feeling "called" to supporting women during pregnancy and birth I have been looking at different ways women choose to birth. Ultimately it would be AMAZING if the 99% of women that could, would birth at home...though, I can't

[ozmidwifery] Prochiaden and breastfeeding?

2004-09-14 Thread Abby and Toby
Thought some of you wise women could help with a friends query. She has been prescribed Prochiaden 25mg for depression and she is breastfeeding her 2 month old. She was worried about the side effects and what effects that would have on bubs. I thought that most anti depressants would have similiar

Re: [ozmidwifery] abortion and working with women etc

2004-09-14 Thread Abby and Toby
Perhaps its time you turned the attention and energy around and focus on yourself and look at what it is inside yourself that you can't accept. Is this really a serious comment? Because of the fact that I strongly disagree with something, then there is something I need to deal with.

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Joyous Birth Big sigh :) This is lovely

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Subject: Joyous Birth Big sigh :) This is lovely http://www.freep.com/news/statewire/sw104008_20040910.htmGreat, short homebirth story! Love Abby Every woman and every baby and every family have the right to Joyous Birth! Yahoo! Groups Sponsor

Re: [ozmidwifery] re: abortion etc

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Violence is perpetrated against women and children all over the world, lets not equate abortion in this, lets make the world a better place for women and children to be born into and to live. I'm not sure that I quite understand what you are saying, but I think you are saying that we

[ozmidwifery] Abortion Facts in Australia

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Here are some, what I find, disturbing facts about abortion in Australia. -There are 100,000 abortions in Australia each year.-There are 800 abortions each week in NSW - approximately 40,000 annually.-There are 250,000 live births each year in Australia, which means that there are 2 aborted

Re: [ozmidwifery] re: abortion etc

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Vegetarianism and abortion, I find that incredibly ridiculous! I just can't get this comment out of my head. It is so ridiculous...so ridiculous that some women don't eat meat because they don't want to harm or killan animal, yet they will willfully, and by choice, harm and kill

[ozmidwifery] Fw: Joyous Birth Fw: [birthnews] FW: raffle to support Jeanine Parvati Baker, birthkeeper

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
-Original Message-From: Sarah J Buckley [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]Sent: Monday, 13 September 2004 8:12 PMTo: Sarah BuckleySubject: raffle to support Jeanine Parvati Baker, birthkeeper Dear friends I am organising the Australian branch of a US raffle to benefit my friendand

Re: [ozmidwifery] re: abortion etc

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
Title: Re: [ozmidwifery] re: abortion etc Abby, use your passion to work to reduce unwanted pregnancies, rather than judge those who make such a difficult choice. Just wanted to make it clear that I judge the action, not the woman. A very good friend of mine had an abortion, I love her but

Re: [ozmidwifery] re: abortion etc

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
I don't find it ridiculous that you would say it. Vegetarians are often held to much "higher" expectations than others, but just in case you hadn't noticed they are human too and liable to all such vagaries. Apparently refusing to eat animals or objecting to animal cruelty implies one is

Re: [ozmidwifery] Vegan and pro-choice (was abortion etc)

2004-09-13 Thread Abby and Toby
We are talking about a procedure much more akin to the removal of unwanted/unviable flesh from a woman's body, to assess it from a purely medical point of view. I would love to hear this said to Gianna, the aborted fetus that lived to tell of her story. How can we call, something two people have

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