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Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2004 3:29
AM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] RE: Drugs and
Pregnancy
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