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
as an attachment as they are in PDF format. I will try to send them this evening when the new system is up and running Alan -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Helen and Graham Sent

[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
Just found this article whilst surfing the net. I feel anecdotally that both reflux and colic are overdiagnosed. I am a midwife but not a MCH nurse. If it is so common maybe it IS a normal variation..what do you think about it? It just seems to me that some people aren't happy until

[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 and

[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 in

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] 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
This story reminds me of my time working in Gove in the Northern Territory. The aboriginal women on the ward would co-sleep from day 1 and also leave their babies in their beds when they went outside to escape the airconditioning. You had to be VERY CAREFUL before you went ripping the sheets

Re: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping

2007-01-23 Thread Helen and Graham
coming back to work in a mostly caucasian setting where distressed mothers and crying babies seem to be the norm (especially at night). As far as instinctive mothering goes, I think we can learn alot from the indigenous women. Cheers Michelle - Original Message From: Helen

Re: [ozmidwifery] co-sleeping

2007-01-22 Thread Helen and Graham
Having worked in Vietnam for 8 months - I asked some of the women how long before the baby sleeps in his own bed in Vietnam? They said, usually by 5 years when they go to school but often not until about 8!! Western culture is warped on this subject. Hey I realise co-sleeping has its

[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
- this is a goal for 2007! Warm regards, and a happy and fruitful 2007! - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, December 22, 2006 9:54 AM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] waterbirth Hi Lynne Can you point me to some research

[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
Hi Listers Any experienced midwives out there like a 4 - 6 week opportunity to be involved in a caseload midwife program in ASAP in Portland Victoria? We have had an unexpected rise in late booking ins and desperately need a midwife. The locum would definitely be with a view to staying on

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

2006-12-23 Thread Helen and Graham
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Urgently required midwife for 4 - 6 week locum in caseload mid model Victoria What dates are you looking at filling? - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2006 7:58 AM

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
Hi Lynne Can you point me to some research that I can use to support the safety of waterbirth. I have just read the following reference in the SA Women's and Children's Waterbirth Policy as sent in by Fiona to Ozmid as follows: There is no evidence that perinatal mortality and morbidity,

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

2006-12-21 Thread Helen and Graham
Hi Listers I think it would be great to have a list of both Waterbirth and Vaginal Breech Service providers.does anyone have the time or resources to do it? There is one hitch I know of with some vaginal breech providers. Some places that offer them will only offer them to their local

[ozmidwifery] Rural Doctors claiming victory over MC

2006-12-17 Thread Helen and Graham
I have read an article at work a few days ago about the Rural Doctors Association claiming a victory over Maternity Coalition by blocking a midwife only service in a remote area. GP Obstetricians had supposedly threatened to leave but changed their minds when the RDA intervened ( I think that

[ozmidwifery] Christmas thankyou

2006-12-14 Thread Helen and Graham
Just writing to wish everyone a great Christmas and New Year and thank you all for sharing your knowledge throughout the year. It is reassuring to be part of a larger group of likeminded people with the goal of providing better birthing services in Australia. Your support is invaluable.

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
Is anyone recommending women use sports drinks such as Poweraid etc when in labour? I have read some good evidence to suggest it is better than water in long labours but don't have the source at my fingertipsinterested in your thoughts/findings. I figure anything that can help keep a

[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
Hi Carolyn I am just writing to say that I won't be applying for the job at Belmont this time around. Whilst I feel confident that I am qualified and experienced enough to perform the role, I don't meet all of the position criteria at this stage, having had a break away from mid to have my

[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
This is the reply I got after sending a letter of complaint to BubHub re advertising bottles on their website. I haven't investigated whether bottle advertising per se is against the WHO Code but I think they are splitting hairs on this and if they are truly pro breastfeeding as recommended

[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
http://healthcare.leeds.ac.uk/pages/learning/mid/midwives1.htm This online learning video may interest student midwives or anyone interested in seeing thetypical style of learning found inmidwifery courses (would be interested to know if things have changed as I trained in 1988). It is

[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
Does anyone know of any research regarding risk of subsequent 3rd/4th degree perineal tears during vaginal birth. I know of a woman who has experienced this with her first birth, then had a caesar to avoid a similar episode next time. She is having her 3rd child and is revisiting the idea

[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
Wouldn't there be special advertising rates for NOT-For-Profit organizations such as ABA? Or could the government sponsor such an ad as it will ultimately save them lots of money down the track if more women breastfeed. They are supposedly supporters of pushing the breastfeeding message

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

2006-10-19 Thread Helen and Graham
I was sitting in my GP's waiting room yesterday reading an interesting magazine called, I think "Complementary Medicine" which is a peer-reviewed research focussed magazine for doctorsin the specific area of pregnancy and women's health. I was impressed that my doctor may be subscribing to

[ozmidwifery] term breech trial - ECV option

2006-10-10 Thread Helen and Graham
Title: Re: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: term breech trial I think it would be good to get a list of providers in each state who are performing External Cephalic Version ECV. I know, having just been to Box Hill Maternity for an inservice, they have one or two progressive obstetricians who have a

[ozmidwifery] List problems

2006-10-09 Thread Helen and Graham
Susan Your message came to my inbox but not to my ozmidwifery sub folder. The differences I can see is that all the ozmid messages have [ozmidwifery] in the subject heading and yours doesn't, it just says (no subject header). And your messagesays To: midwifery list and my ozmid messages

[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 (there is

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
ree of infection and fit for human consumption" and convince the government that they had strict screening processes in place, he said. - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, August 28, 2006 6:55 PM Subject: R

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
Latest research shows sex does help to bring on labour. The theory about prostaglandins effect is not supposed to be valid as you need litres of the stuff to do any good but my own theory says maybe it is the mechanical effect of cervical stimulation - we know that after a vaginal

[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 of

[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
Breast-feeding may help prevent bed-wetting Benefits of brain development could play a role, researchers report Reuters Updated: 10:16 a.m. ET July 5, 2006 CHICAGO - Children breast-fed as infants are less likely to wet the bed later on, researchers reported Wednesday, probably

[ozmidwifery] Today Tonight asking for feedback

2006-07-12 Thread Helen and Graham
There is a section on the Today Tonight website asking for feedback about the rising rates of caesarian births. It's down the bottom right hand corner. http://seven.com.au/todaytonight Get writing. I didn't see the program. Has anyone got a transcript? I have written a letter anyway

[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
Just wondering whether everyone is recommending perineal massage antenatally as a way of reducing the risk of tearing? I have read research to suggest it has been effective so I have just started to tell women about it. I also am careful to say that it may not work but there is no harm in

[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
Some other invalid but commonly cited reasons for deciding to introduce solids earlier than six months from my experience are 1. The pressure to get a baby to sleep through the night. If I feed the baby solids I will fill him/her up and he won't wake at night! Sleep deprivation

[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
Some other invalid reasons for deciding to introduce solids earlier than six months from my experience are 1. The pressure to get a baby to sleep through the night. If I feed the baby solids I will fill him/her up and he won't wake at night! Sleep deprivation contributes to this decision.

[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
funded. If the mother follows-up with their own Midwife at 6 weeks this would be State funded. Regards, Anne Clarke. - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, June 02, 2006 9:42 PM Subject: Re

Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwifery Strengths

2006-06-02 Thread Helen and Graham
Strengths Dear Helen, Yes, the Birth Centre and the RWH in Brisbane. We offer caseload i.e. 1-2-1. Regards, Anne Clarke - Original Message - From: Helen and Graham To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2006 10:18

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 - Original Message -

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

2006-05-30 Thread Helen and Graham
There are all sorts of people contributing to this list, some are pro abortion, some are anti-abortion, some are pro immunization some are anti-immunization, some are pro homebirth and some are not etcand all along the spectrum in between. I think it is what makes this list interesting.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Hep B, vit K

2006-05-25 Thread Helen and Graham
Just to add to the debate the NHMRC immunization handbook does recommend it be given as soon as the baby is physiologically stable and preferably within the first 24 hours. Rationales for giving it included preventing vertical transmission from the mother (recognizing that there may be errors

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 @ BellyBelly

[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”

[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] 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

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

Re: [ozmidwifery] Resounding failure of active labour management

2006-02-01 Thread Helen and Graham
I totally agree with all of your comments Janet. My original bone of contention in this case however, is the "time line" approach where if the cervical dilatation is slower than everyone thinks is "normal" then the woman is whisked off for a caesar. This seems to happen far too much still

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