Re: [ozmidwifery] broken collar bone & subsequent birth

[Susan Cudlipp]

Mary I have seen several,  not always from shoulder dystocia, sometimes from that though, sometimes just a 'difficult' birth, one not so long ago was from a straight forward birth with no apparent reason. I agree that it is not a hugely serious situation and that the bubs do not suffer long-term damage, although obviously not the best! Sue "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing" Edmund Burke ----- Original Message ----- From: Mary Murphy To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2005 1:52 AM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] broken collar bone & subsequent birth Jennifer wrote: A # clavicle is not a big issue in a neonate and doesn't necessarily mean excessive force was used. The neonates bones are pliable and the # is usually a 'greenstick' or partial break or   Well, I have NEVER seen a #clavicle in 26 yrs of both hospital & home midwifery, even in big babies where some force has been used.  MM No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.8.1/28 - Release Date: 24/06/2005