howdy, a vaginal birth was really important to the woman, she was well informed and made clear choices re her midwife and back up Obs. She had a couple of appointments with the doctor where the importance of her wishes were discussed. The baby remained strong throughout the whole labour, but I'm unsure of exactly what monitering was done, I'm pretty sure she wasn't strapped up continously. Most importantly she was committed to having this baby vaginally and was prepared to move heaven and earth for it. She has nothing but praise for the Obs, who was supportive the entire time. At the end of the day it was "best practice" as it should be. Which brings to mind the recently posted quote "The question is not whether women have a choice, but are they willing to make a choice." Absolutely YES in this case. cheers Megan
PS maybe we could post more follow ups on this list, its nice to hear about the outcomes. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Graham and Helen Sent: Friday, 17 September 2004 10:43 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] breech baby wisdom This is a great story and a great outcome. I am just surprised that the hospital was prepared to wait another 27 hours and "allow" her to give birth naturally. I would have expected them to be pushing for a caesar long before that, as is the norm these days. I'd be interested to know if it was a battle or were they supportive. Helen Cahill ----- Original Message ----- From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, September 17, 2004 10:04 AM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] breech baby wisdom > Hi Lynne, > she had the ECV, which bubs took to kindly and remained head down. She > went into spontaneous labour, after 24+ hard working hours at home they > transferred to hospital for a rest and epidural. Another 27 hours later > she birthed vaginally her strong, healthy 4.5 kg daughter. A mammoth > effort, for which she is extremely proud of and rightly so. > > thanks for asking, > Megan. > > -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Lynne Staff > Sent: Friday, 17 September 2004 7:06 AM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] breech baby wisdom > > > Hi Megan > how did this woman fare with her birth? > Regards, Lynne > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Larry & Megan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "ozmidwifery" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Monday, June 07, 2004 1:57 PM > Subject: [ozmidwifery] breech baby wisdom > > >> Does anyone know if there is compelling evidence why a VBAC should be > ruled >> out because baby is in breech position, to add to it the feet are down, > not >> bum? >> Mum is about 35-36 weeks, planned homebirth, excellent supportive OBs, >> and >> has a week ahead of bookings and tricks to help baby turn, Obs is also >> supportive of ECV if necessary. Bubs just did the flip last week. >> >> Any thought on this would be grately appreciated. >> Its strange to hear comments from the likes of Ann Peacock and Tracy Curo >> and to know and be with someone who would move heaven and earth for the >> chance of a vaginal birth. >> >> Thanks >> Megan > > > This message was sent through MyMail http://www.mymail.com.au > > > -- > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > > __________ NOD32 1.871 (20040916) Information __________ > > This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. > http://www.nod32.com > > -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
