"Let us support one another, not just in philosophy but in action, for the
sake of freedom for all women to choose exactly how and by whom, if by anyone,
our bodies will be handled."
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, March 04, 2005 9:08
AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] newborn
bath
Re NB Bathing.
For midwives we need to bear in mind the baby is
covered in body fluids until after a bath. It is recommended that we observe
universal precautions unitil after the baby is bathed.
For parents. Safety first. Some parents do like a
'step through'. It is good to ask first. Hospitals are intimidating and I have
had mothers of 4 children ask me for a bath dem. What have we (society) done
to these women? It is that general fear of 'doing it wrong', particularly in
unfamiliar circumstances and on someone elses turf. I like emphasise that as
long as it is safe there are no rules and regulations.
Sometimes I think we have too many policies and
procedures. Some hospitals have policies or guidelines on how to manage a
normal birth. Come on, midwives are educated. Same for the general public,
they know how to wash themselves and ten year olds can bath younger
sibs. It is all about attitude.
Jenny
Jennifer Cameron FRCNA FACM
ProMid
Professional Midwifery
Education Service
0419 528 717
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2005 3:52
PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] newborn
bath
Dear List
Updating policies at our workplace and seeking
any written policies that can be shared on bathing newborns. I doubt if
there is any but if anyone is aware of any written papers on this topic this
would also be gratefully received
Cheers
Alesa
Alesa Koziol
Clinical Midwifery
Educator
Melbourne
