[ozmidwifery] RE: Drugs and Pregnancy

[Karen]

Hi     I currently work as a Drug Specialist Midwife or Drug Liaison Midwife her in the UK. Primarily I plan and implement all the care for women who are pregnant and also misusing substances, mainly illicit but alcohol also comes under my remit. I also have a major educational role, for colleagues, other health care workers and the clients and their families.   My husband, 3 children and I are all planning our relocation to Oz, hopefully this Summer, probably Perth direction "ish", certainly Western Australia. I really wanted to ask if substance misuse in pregnancy is a problem as I would love to gain employment staying in my speciality. I am prepared to work as a midwife or a nurse, though midwifery is well and truly my first love.   I would really appreciate any info on this topic, I'm not sure how this ozmidwifery exactly works, but I guess I'll just watch this space....................................................... Thanks to anyone who sends a reply!!   Kind Regards Karen J Crossan