RE: [ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Catherine, What brand is the liquid tincture you have? Does it say anything about 1:1 or 1:2 ratio on there at all - this way I can give you a dosage? Kristin (Naturopath CBE) From: "gypsymidwife" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo:

RE: [ozmidwifery] RE:

2007-02-13 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Boils are a balant sign the immune system is struggling and given over 80% of the immune system pivots on the bacterial populations in the git - no wonder AB arent helping - they often worsen the situation. Yes, see a good naturoapth and you'll get it sorted. Vit C, zinc, bioflavonoids,

[ozmidwifery] Birth Stats around the world..?

2007-02-08 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi All, I was wondering how Australia compares to rest of world re interventions into birth. I know its pretty *up there* on the grand scale but can anyone give me some other countries - either on the lower end or higher end above us. My guess is USA very high??Netherlands/Austria/New

[ozmidwifery] *stretchy* cervix

2007-01-28 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, Can anyone please explain to me what is meant when a MW does a VE and says "the cervix is 6cm dilated but can be stretched to 8cm..". Is this significant of something or just a passing comment? Many thanks, KristinAdvertisement: It's simple! Sell your car for just $20 at carsales.com.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fund rebates

2007-01-28 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Grrr too. This is totally unacceptable and bloody outrageous - how can we change this???!! Kristin Naturopath CBE From: "brendamanning" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Fund rebatesDate: Mon, 29 Jan

[ozmidwifery] * tough* membranes

2007-01-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, Can anyone comment on what makes the membranes 'tough'..ie. hard to break (AROM) or *slow* to breaknaturally ? (hard to measure yes)Does this exist or is it just something that happens? Many thanks, KristinAdvertisement: It's simple! Sell your car for just $20 at carsales.com.au --

RE: [ozmidwifery] * tough* membranes

2007-01-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
22 January, 2007 10:07:14 AMSubject: Re: [ozmidwifery] * tough* membranesI have absolutely no data on this, but someone once told me it correlates with weight gain during pregnancy. Has anyone else heard of this? Jo On 21/01/2007, at 9:22 PM, Kristin Beckedahl wrote: Hi all, Can anyo

[ozmidwifery] Fish oils and postdates

2007-01-14 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, A woman I am supporting for her first birth has 'heard/read somewhere' about stopping her fish oils supplements if she is post-dates (now 40+9) as this may help bring it on - she has been on fish oils throughout pregnancy - and I know all about the prostaglandin-like effect of evening

RE: [ozmidwifery] Strep B

2007-01-09 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
jassy, I too had the test - purely out of curiosity as I didnt plan on having the AB. I came back positive but declined any treatment in labour. Labour was quick anyway - 4.5hours, and bub was fine. I think they did take an ear or nasal swab (?not sure?) but I heard nothing again of it. I birthed

Re: [ozmidwifery] What happened with this birth?

2006-12-29 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Its been great reading the responses to the original emailI have appreciated all responses however - I'm still lost for how this woman ended up this way. I unfortunately do think about the VE's she had...the swollen lip ffrom the forewaters etcand probably no doubt the *stress* in the room

[ozmidwifery] what happened in this birth..?

2006-12-28 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I have a few holes to fill in this birth story from one woman from my CBE classes - I just went to see her today in hospital. This is what I got, but I feel as though I want to 'understand'it more - if I can?! 39+6 - Christmas morning! Light cxn begin to build over the day and steadily increase to

Re: [ozmidwifery] What happened with this birth?

2006-12-28 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Gee Carolyn...I'd like to have coffee with you one day or two! :-) Kristin From: Heartlogic [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] What happened with this birth? Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2006 13:24:40 +1100 Dear

[ozmidwifery] synto AFTER 3rd stage?

2006-12-23 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, A woman I will be supporting for her first birth had a checkup y'day where she discussed her birth plan with the midwife. MW was very impressed and supportive overall, yet was concerned about her decision for a natural 3rd stage. She has stated on her birth plan that she would prefer to

RE: [ozmidwifery] Twins Vaginal Birth - Names Please...

2006-12-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
These lists that are collating (eg. waterbirths and Breech VB) are a wonderful resource. Riding on Kelly's ideas for perhaps a list of Obs/Hosp/MW that support twins VB...could be useful too...? From: "Kelly Zantey" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo:

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

2006-12-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Good on you Kelly - great work! From: "Kelly Zantey" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Vaginal Breech Birth - Names Please...Date: Fri, 22 Dec 2006 14:38:16 +1100 I am going to do it anyway, so I am

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

2006-12-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
The moxa sticks close to the acupuncture points on the little toes has a good success rate too, or perhaps a combo of both.. From: "Diane Gardner" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Vaginal Breech Birth - Names

RE: [ozmidwifery] waterbirth

2006-12-20 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I'm guessing Royal Womens Hospital, Randwick Sydney... From: "Mary Murphy" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: [ozmidwifery] waterbirthDate: Thu, 21 Dec 2006 11:50:08 +0900 Hi everyone, I know this question has been asked

RE: [ozmidwifery] waterbirth

2006-12-20 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Also the Birth Centre at King Edwards in Perth can 'unofficially' do them - if you get the right MW with you ;-) From: "Kristin Beckedahl" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] waterbirthDate: Thu, 21 D

Re: [ozmidwifery] Use of sports drinks in labour

2006-12-11 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I used Endura during my 4 and a half labour - and really felt like I needed it due to the pace of things (and an early vomit !?!). I've also supported a couples of births where I have brought this along with me for the woman. Both of these births were *unremarkable* with mums birthing normally

Re: [ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding - Parliamentary inquiry

2006-12-11 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Isnt it ironic how BF rates are declining and cancer rates are increasing. Isnt it more ironic the amount of money (hundreds of billions!!) over the last 30 years that has been poured into cancer research yet the statistics are just as prevalent. Whatever happened to pouring money into

RE: [ozmidwifery] paed burn cream

2006-12-08 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Thanks Cath...My Mum remembers it from her nursing days 15-20years ago - was this around then? And doy ou know much about it? Kristin From: "A C Palmer" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] paed burn creamDate:

RE: [ozmidwifery] paed burn cream

2006-12-08 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I'm not sure..what is SSD cream? From: "Rene and Tiffany" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] paed burn creamDate: Fri, 8 Dec 2006 19:55:04 +1000 Are you referring to SSD cream? René Tiff From:

[ozmidwifery] paed burn cream

2006-12-07 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I'm trying to find out the name of the burn cream used in paed (and maybe others) wards for childrens burns - apparently been around for years and really helps to rapidly heal the wounds?? Any idea? Thanks, KristinAdvertisement: Fresh jobs daily. Stop waiting for the newspaper. Search Now!

Re: [ozmidwifery] retained placenta PPH

2006-12-05 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
fiddling and leaves things alone. She needs to read up on 3rd stage choices Andrea Quanchi On 05/12/2006, at 3:28 PM, Kristin Beckedahl wrote: Hi all, Was chatting to a woman y'day re her first birth. She has very fast labour "woke up and was 6cm!", laboured for another 2.5hrs, re

[ozmidwifery] retained placenta PPH

2006-12-04 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, Was chatting to a woman y'day re her first birth. She has very fast labour "woke up and was 6cm!", laboured for another 2.5hrs, reached 10cm "then they gave me the epidural"(which I am still wonderingabout?!?) Bub was posterior so "this allowed him to turn otherwise he wouldnt have come

RE: [ozmidwifery] homebirth Qld

2006-11-24 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Excellent, thanks Ramona. K From: "nunyara" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] homebirth QldDate: Fri, 24 Nov 2006 18:10:15 +1000 Hi Kristin I’m not sure about costs of Qld homebirths. Midwife details as

[ozmidwifery] homebirth gold coast, Qld

2006-11-24 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Anyone have any referals for this area specifically? K From: "nunyara" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] homebirth QldDate: Fri, 24 Nov 2006 18:10:15 +1000 Hi Kristin I’m not sure about costs of Qld

[ozmidwifery] homebirth Qld

2006-11-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I did post thisalready - but not sure where it ended up..? What is the cost of a homebirth in Qld (south end)..? Can anyone give me some names of independent midwives also for this area? Kristin :-) New Release XBOX 360 Games staring from $39... Find out now! -- This mailing list is sponsored

Re: [ozmidwifery] setting up a website

2006-11-19 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
ds Diane G www.dianegardner.com.au - Original Message ----- From: Kristin Beckedahl To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Sunday, November 19, 2006 6:01 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] setting up a website Speaking of our independent services... My next adventure is setting up a website. Whose got one and

RE: [ozmidwifery] setting up a website

2006-11-19 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
hem pretty quickly and hashad a lot of years of experience wthin the media industries. Such a bargain and a really nice guy. I highly recommend him and that's important these days with so many around. regards Diane G www.dianegardner.com.au - Original Message - From: Kristin

[ozmidwifery] setting up a website

2006-11-18 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Speaking of our independent services... My next adventure is setting up a website. Whose got one and can anyone give me a ballpark figure at how much this is going to cost me, and how long the process can take? Thanks. Kristin (CBE, Naturopath)Advertisement: Looking for the latest range of toys

Re: [ozmidwifery] getting synto etc

2006-11-16 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
l probably be a hospital. Feel free to email me off list if you like, on [EMAIL PROTECTED] With Thanks Catherine - Original Message ----- From: Kristin Beckedahl To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Thursday, November 16, 2006 11:49 AM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] getting synto etc Pip, Have you

RE: [ozmidwifery] getting synto etc

2006-11-15 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Pip, Have you considered a partus-prep herbal tincture formula as well. Usually start at 34/40 at low dose and gradually increase over the weeks until labour. I give it to all keen mums-to-be. Typically I make it a mix ofof squaw vine, false unicorn root, raspberry leaves, chaste tree etc etc. The

RE: [ozmidwifery] getting synto etc

2006-11-15 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I used to offer women the 5W capsules if they didnt want the liquid tincture (an acquired taste for some). The tincture formula can vary from woman to woman depending on any significant Hx and also her stress levels and general pregnancy health, but the basis is due to its uterine actions and

[ozmidwifery] vulva varocise veins

2006-11-01 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Can anyone offer another remedy to help ease these besides external witch hazel? Thanks, Kristin110,000+ cars with the click of a mouse at carsales.com.au -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: [ozmidwifery] vulva varocise veins

2006-11-01 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
rg/Midwife/miscdisc.html#Vulvar - Original Message ----- From: Kristin Beckedahl To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2006 12:30 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] vulva varocise veins Can anyone offer another remedy to help ease these besides external witch hazel? Thanks, Kristi

Re: [ozmidwifery] twins labour/birth

2006-10-31 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Thanks to all for your reponses. I shall digest and relay this information 'gently' to the CBE couple I have. Already (since doing the course) they have changed Obst and also hospitals, plus are also arranging a doula. You are all right in saying there are no guarantees and it will come down to

[ozmidwifery] twins labour/birth

2006-10-30 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I have a couple of questions re twins: Can you do EFM with twins ? Or are they usually monitored with the doppler? How long is is typically between twins birth? Is it usually baby-placenta, baby-placenta or can it be baby-baby-placenta-placenta? If ECV is needed to help Twin 2 - does the mother

[ozmidwifery] Do Doulas need insurance?

2006-10-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I have been asked this by a couple who would like me to be their doula at their birth. I said that I consider myself as 'birth support' and could be a friend, relative or even a midwife off duty I suppose...? Does anyone know anymore about insurance and doulas? As a Naturopath, I have Medical

[ozmidwifery] Rest phase before 2nd stage

2006-10-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I know this was recently discussed on the list - but I was wondering how long you lovely midwives haveseen this occur for within a natural labour? I remembermine lasting about 10mins (enough time to get out of the car - nota great place to do transition! - and into BC) What is considered too long?

[ozmidwifery] hep B at birth

2006-10-20 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Does anyone know of an article for parents or a link I could use for the 'other side of the argument' for Hep B shot at birth for my CBE couples..? I can only find the government prodcued brochures etc.. Thanks, KristinFind your old friends and discover what they're doing now. -- This mailing

RE: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: term breech trial

2006-10-11 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Here, here Mary. Kristin From: "Mary Murphy" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Fwd: term breech trialDate: Wed, 11 Oct 2006 16:21:25 +0800 When else would we allow a supposedly “expert” practitioner to

RE: [ozmidwifery] New Inventors birth seat

2006-10-07 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
- or is that just a little too ambitious - ? LOL Kristin From: "Kristin Beckedahl" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: [ozmidwifery] New Inventors birth seatDate: Sat, 07 Oct 2006 08:53:59 +0800 Did anyone else manag

Re: [ozmidwifery] GBS and Staph

2006-10-06 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I was found to be positive with GBS and refused IV treatment in labour, baby was fine with no signs of GBS at all on swabbing. Kristin From: "Melissa Singer" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: Re: [ozmidwifery] GBS and StaphDate:

[ozmidwifery] New Inventors birth seat

2006-10-06 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Did anyone else manage to catch this on Wednesday night - I only managed to get the info from their website after the event, but its looks wonderful!!! http://www.abc.net.au/newinventors/txt/s1754147.htm (you can play the video too) What a fanastic invention - apparently quite 'cheap' too.. Not

[ozmidwifery] Twins

2006-09-19 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, I'm a CBE and have had a call from a lady with twins looking to attend the course I'm running. Seeing I've never had much to do with twins (preg, birthor babycare) I was hoping some of you could shed some light on some important points or issues that I could pass onto her. Thanks so much,

[ozmidwifery] mec staining

2006-09-15 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, Are all cases of mec liquor staining considered serious or treated as an emergency? Can you have staining and fetal heart rate be OK? Thanks, Kristin -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] Birth Stats for specific hospitals

2006-09-04 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, Does anyone have a short cut way to get birthing/intervention stats from a hospital? Who/what/where do I call/ask for...? I'm trying to get hold of Kind Edwards Memorial Hospital and St. John of God - both inPerth Big thanks in advance, Kristin -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE

Re: [ozmidwifery] birth dvd?

2006-08-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Inner Strength (birth centre in Austria) is one of my top 3 - along with Giving Birth, Being Born and The Birth of Neko Pilara (NZ) and a good Australian one is Aiming for a Natural Birth... From: "Natalie" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo:

[ozmidwifery] vaginal breech

2006-08-13 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, Why are breech (sometimes) routinely CS'd. What risks are they actually trying to avoid for the baby? Kristin -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] CS Stats - WA

2006-07-18 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Does anyone know off the top of thier head (?) what the 2005 CS stats were for WA? I've looked on Dept Health WA website but can only find perinatal stat report for 2003... Any leads would be appreciated. Thanks, Kristin -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or

RE: [ozmidwifery] homebirth childrens book

2006-07-06 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
whoops its www.chrissybutler.com(no.au) From: "Kristin Beckedahl" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: [ozmidwifery] homebirth childrens bookDate: Thu, 06 Jul 2006 13:05:57 +0800 Just letting those involved in homebirth a

[ozmidwifery] homebirth childrens book

2006-07-05 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Just letting those involved in homebirth about a new childrens book about homebirth called "Welcome Home Jimi Jazz", written and illustrated by a HBAC woman in NSW called Chrissy Butler. The pictures are amazing and the story just beautiful, esp the one of the baby crowning !!

RE: [ozmidwifery] Perineal massage

2006-06-29 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I did it personally and didnt tear, and 3 couples I have worked with prenatally also did it and didnt tear. I always recommend it - from 36 weeks, 1-2 x day, 5x week, for 5minutes each time. I also let them know the others factors that prevent tearing too (position, pushing when body tells you

[ozmidwifery] community mid program WA

2006-06-24 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Can someone tell me why other states in Australia do not embrace the initiative of aCommunity Mid Programme, like the one in WA. I'm sure there is a reason or two for it not being a national program; and I presume its cuaght up with government? money? insurance? demand? Love to hear your

[ozmidwifery] vernix

2006-06-21 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Is it true that if bubs have a bit of vernix on them when born, they are a little 'early'...? K -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] doula for nambour hospital

2006-06-07 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi Lynne...just chasing some details for the Doula you mentioned (Dana) for the Nambour Hospital.. I will seeing the coupel again tomorrow..Thanks alot, Kristin. From: "Kristin Beckedahl" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auS

[ozmidwifery] Rx for PIH at 36/40

2006-06-07 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
What is the usual Rx for PIH at this stage? I have heard about magnesium therapy - can anyone give me some dosage ideas? How is the Mg administered? What form is the Mg (phosphate/sulphate etc?) Thanks, K -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] blood loss after 3rd stage

2006-06-05 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I'm wondering whats the average blood loss volume after 3rd stage...? what are the upper lower ends ? and what amount would require treatment..? Thanks! -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] doula for nambour hospital

2006-06-03 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I have a couple moving back to Qld (sunshinecoast) from WA, and it looks af it Nambour hospital (pub or priv) will be where they are planning to birth. They REALLY want to get a doula for the birth.can anyone recommend anyone? Big thanks, K. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE

[ozmidwifery] degrees of high BP in preg

2006-06-01 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
wise women... At what point does high blood pressure become an issue in preg? what is a 'normal' reading for a healthy preg woman? What reading is considered 'high-risk' or requiring action (without proteinuria)...? Big thanks From: Andrea Quanchi [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To:

RE: [ozmidwifery] new idea

2006-05-03 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
You go girl! From: Emily [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: [ozmidwifery] new ideaDate: Wed, 3 May 2006 01:06:55 -0700 (PDT) heres my letter i tried to be nice and respectful and kept trying to keep in mind that everyone has good

RE: [ozmidwifery] Mastitis question

2006-04-27 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
I was 'lucky' to experience mastitis 1st hand with bub at 7 mths. I did hot packs massage before and during feeds, and did ice packs on/off afterwards. I also pumped the breast inbetween feeds, and took Phytolacca 30 homeopathic throughout the day. AT night I took 2 panadol ( I had fever, chills

RE: [ozmidwifery] group B strep

2006-04-25 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Thanks Mary, I'll look into that :) -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] BF videos

2006-04-24 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Can anyone recommend a really good BF video..?? I have only seen Follow Me Mum which I liked very much (altho the bub was not newborn?). Are there any other good ones to chase up? Thanks -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

[ozmidwifery] group B strep

2006-04-23 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Can anyone offer some recent stats/links/articles on Group B Strep and the effectiveness of antibiotics for it during labour...many thanks... -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: [ozmidwifery] fractured pelvis

2006-04-19 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
ing to try ! You can always opt out if there are any signs of problems. With kind regardsBrenda Manning www.themidwife.com.au - Original Message - From: Kristin Beckedahl To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 5:53 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] fractured pelvis Wh

Re: [ozmidwifery] fractured pelvis

2006-04-19 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
reply off-list to you re the Doula query because I don't have your email address. Would you like to send it or are you over the 'query stage' now ??? With kind regardsBrenda Manning www.themidwife.com.au - Original Message ----- From: Kristin Beckedahl To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.co

[ozmidwifery] fractured pelvis

2006-04-18 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
What is the likelihood of CS with a woman whose 22 and has a Hx of fracturing her pelvis in 3 places in a car accident? Would a vaginal birth be totally ruled out? -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

RE: [ozmidwifery] fractured pelvis

2006-04-18 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
How could she confirm this? From: "Ken Ward" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] fractured pelvisDate: Tue, 18 Apr 2006 18:29:39 +1000 No, a vaginal birth is very possible. It all depends on where the fractures

Re: [ozmidwifery] fractured pelvis

2006-04-18 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
s consider the individual circumstances. It cost nothing to try ! You can always opt out if there are any signs of problems. With kind regardsBrenda Manning www.themidwife.com.au - Original Message ----- From: Kristin Beckedahl To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 5:53

[ozmidwifery] the doula the midwife

2006-04-13 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, I will be attending my first birth in May as a doula. I am very excited to say the least. I have heard different stories re the relationships between midwives and doulas, and was hoping the midwives can shed some light on the situation for me. Any tips for the doula-midwife thingto make

RE: [ozmidwifery] Birth Attendant / Doula Directory

2006-04-12 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi Kelly, I am a doula in WA (north west)...can I add myself to your list? Thanks Kristin. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: [ozmidwifery] premature urge to push

2006-04-11 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
. Sue The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing Edmund Burke - Original Message - From: Kristin Beckedahl [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Monday, April 10, 2006 4:19 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] premature urge to push Hi all

[ozmidwifery] premature urge to push

2006-04-10 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Hi all, A good friend, during her labour, got to 3-4cm and had an uncontrollable urge to push. Her doula, midwives and all tried everything to perhaps lessen the sensation...to no avail. She ended up with CS. Now, what is this all about...? I'm thinking maybe presenting part doing

[ozmidwifery] Rhogam product

2004-12-10 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Dear List, In regards to the recent discussion on the RhoGAM product offered to Rh- women whilst pregnant (at 28/40 32??/40)...and the effects of potential mercury in these items on the unborn babe. Could somebody please confirm for me which product the mother needs to ensure the midwife

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2004-10-25 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Dear List, I have recently heard of the Anti-D that can be given during pregnancy (28weeks?) for the prevention of HDN... does anyone know how effective it is, and if it is safe...? Thanks, Kristin -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to

RE: [ozmidwifery] Re: anit-D

2004-10-25 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Thanks for that info Marilyn! Could you direct me to the articles of Sara Wickham's you spoke of? Cheers, K. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit to subscribe or unsubscribe.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Naturopathy for Hypertension.

2004-04-02 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
.. Kristin Kristin Beckedahl Naturopath, Nutritionist, Herbalist Natural Fertility Management Karratha - Western Australia Ph: 61 8 9185 1982 ~ Optimise your potential well-being ~Protect your inbox from harmful viruses with new ninemsn Premium. Click here. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE

Re: [ozmidwifery] rhesus neg mother

2004-01-28 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
pregnancies her babies were positive, she declined Anti D for her own reasons, and went on to have normal healthy pregnancies and births without problems. Terry Stockdale - Original Message - From: Kristin Beckedahl To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2004 3:09 P

[ozmidwifery] rhesus neg mother

2004-01-26 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Dear List, I have a 33year woman, with a repro history - 4 x TOP, and recently (3-4 weeks) a miscarrige at 12 weeks( fetusdidnt develop much past 7-9 weeks?) She is O -ve blood group and all TOP were followed with Anti-D. However following the recently complete miscarriage, she was not given

[ozmidwifery] Northern WA

2003-11-06 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
From: "Kristin Beckedahl" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Homebirth North West WA Date: Tue, 04 Nov 2003 13:21:03 +1100 D! ear List, I have a client who resides in Karratha, WA (about 1,600km north of Perth) and is hoping wholeheartedly for a natural and active birt

[ozmidwifery] Term Breech Trial

2003-09-10 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
To all you wise and inspiration women on this list; I'm a C.B.E student hoping to get some feedback on the Term Breech Trial - what are your opinions on the limitations of this trial..? Do you think it should have continued for the full 5 years? Is the fact that these women were 'randomly

Re: [ozmidwifery] What an inspiration...

2003-09-10 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
Sounds fanastic!!! Any chance of a website? Kristin From: Susan Basser <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [ozmidwifery] What an inspiration... Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2003 17:22:56 +1000 Hi there My name is Sue Basser and I¹ve been an avid reader

Re: [ozmidwifery] breastfeeding and constipation

2003-07-15 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
product is available at most quality health food stores. Good luck! Kind regards, Kristin Kristin Beckedahl Naturopath, Nutritionist, NaturalFertility Management Karratha, WA. From: "Cheryl LHK" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subje