Re: [ozmidwifery] hobart mw
Hi Jill, I guess I'm one of the Independent Midwives working in Hobart area. contact Ph 03 62235348 or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Terry Stockdale - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 16, 2004 1:06 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] hobart mw any mws in private practise in hobart ? jan
Re: [ozmidwifery]So the twins plot thickens
Hi, I have a lady going through the exact same scenario in Hobart, its so frustrating Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 17, 2003 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery]So the twins plot thickens dianne can u contact me of list - Original Message - jan From: Diane Gardner To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 17, 2003 5:10 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery]So the twins plot thickens Thought you all might like to know what is happening with my twins mum. Thankyou so much for your input. When the couple came again last night my mum was so much more relaxed. Your emails helped her immensley and she was back to the nice relaxed mum again. Even very confident as well. Her husband has been attending the last coupleOb visits with her and the Ob hasn't been as intimidating when he was there. Apparently last visit on Monday he got out of his chair and went to the door 3 times to usher them out, probably thought he had finished so they had to be too. Her husband piped up and said we haven't finished asking you questions yet. He sat back down in his chair. Yea good on ya Dad! He is still telling her that he wants her to have an epidural early so that he can manually turn the second twin if need be thus avoiding a cs. Keeps saying that he has only ever needed to do a cs once and has been able to successfully turn the other baby to be born naturally. (his idea of naturally is quite a bit different to mine - apparently his naturally means vaginally). With her hubbyand myself at thebirth she has 2 labour ward guardians in case he tries to pull any swiftys (I will be very aware of the medical needs though if they should arise). Did I read somewhere on this site that you can support the uterus after the first twin is born so that the second is in a better position and less likely to go transverse or breech? This has been very much a learning experience for me and thanks to you guys I have a much better understanding of twin births now. The Ob was saying that there are only 6 Ob's in Melbourne that will "allow" a natural birth. How sad! I certainly understand why mums are so pleased to have home births. Why do we have to fight s hard to have what is rightfully ours. A beautitful birth like nature intended. I am not being naive when I say that as I know that sometimes circumstances arise but gees..do those circumstances have to be so programmed in. Being an NLP practitionerI know only too well how we are programmed for things to happen and they are not always a positive programming. Diane
[ozmidwifery] Re: Terry not going to Darwin
Title: Message Hello Ping, I would love to get to Darwin but unfortunately my budget will not go that far. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart - Original Message - From: hplerchbacher To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2003 8:16 AM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Noosa area midwife Hi Terry, Are are travelling any further from Noosa? Will you be at the Darwin Conference? Would love to catch up. Ping -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Child Birth Information ServiceSent: 27 August 2003 12:04To: Ozmidwifery mailing listSubject: [ozmidwifery] Noosa area midwife Hello, I'm coming up to Noosa for a holiday on the 10 September and wish to catch up with midwives around that area and find out what is happening to midwifery and homebirths and just talk little shop and exchange info. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Tasmania ---Incoming mail is certified Virus Free.Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com).Version: 6.0.512 / Virus Database: 309 - Release Date: 19/08/2003 ---Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free.Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com).Version: 6.0.512 / Virus Database: 309 - Release Date: 19/08/2003
Re: [ozmidwifery] Noosa area midwife
Thanks Lynne, I will try and contact you, I believe a client of mine who is moving up to that area is going to call on you/and your services soon. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart - Original Message - From: Lynne Staff To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2003 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Noosa area midwife Hi Terry - when you arrive call me on 0411 500 601, or at Selangor on 07 5450 4359- love to catch up Regards, Lynne - Original Message - From: Child Birth Information Service To: Ozmidwifery mailing list Sent: Wednesday, August 27, 2003 12:04 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Noosa area midwife Hello, I'm coming up to Noosa for a holiday on the 10 September and wish to catch up with midwives around that area and find out what is happening to midwifery and homebirths and just talk little shop and exchange info. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Tasmania
[ozmidwifery] Noosa area midwife
Hello, I'm coming up to Noosa for a holiday on the 10 September and wish to catch up with midwives around that area and find out what is happening to midwifery and homebirths and just talk little shop and exchange info. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Tasmania
Re: [ozmidwifery] National Register of ALL Independent ChildbirthEducators (NICE)
Title: Re: [ozmidwifery] National Register of ALL Independent Childbirth Educators (NICE) Hi julie, I came across someone on the chat line who had requested business cards be sent to heras part of her course of studies. I thought to my self that she should have a nice list of midwives because of this. Her name is Judy Chapman P.O Box 1524 Mareeba QLD 4880 Maybe you might be interested Terry Stockdale - Original Message - From: Julie Clarke To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2003 4:27 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] National Register of ALL Independent ChildbirthEducators (NICE) Fabulous Jan and yes I am financial J I will send you (direct) the current list and will forward regular updates. I cant add attachments to the ozmid list so anyone else who would also like the NICE list please let me know and Ill develop a list a regular mailing list of you J Goodness lucky Im a list person!!! Hug Julie Julie Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Childbirth and Parenting Educator Transition into Parenthood 9 Withybrook Pl Sylvania NSW 2224. T. (02) 9544 6441 Mobile 0401 2655 30 -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jan RobinsonSent: Tuesday, 15 July 2003 3:13 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] National Register of ALL Independent ChildbirthEducators (NICE) Hi JulieWhen you get the list together you are welcome to include it in the ASIM Members Directory (as you belong to ASIM hope you are financial) It would make a nice accompaniment to the document and we are hoping to get it up on the www soon so more people will be able to access it.JanOn 14/7/03 2:27 PM, "Julie Clarke" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi everyoneEvery now and then, I will be asked to refer someone to another Independent Educator somewhere in Australia and I am often unable to help simply because there does not seem to be a register of Independent Educators anywhere.So I thought lets do it lets pull the information together so that anytime I am asked I can readily refer.I am currently working on developing a list of all Independent Childbirth Educators in Australia and might look at getting it printed professionally J to make available for distribution.If you are an independent childbirth educator who would like to be added to the list then please send your details to me for inclusion.(On the other hand, if you know someone who would like to be on the list then please forward this email to them).Name:Address:Telephone:Facsimile:Mobile:Email:Details of Independent Childbirth Education Classes offered:The region of area you would describe as your catchment area and the hospitals in that catchment.I hope you can all help me Of course I will let you know when its complete and make it available to you. I will call this list: NICE 2003 - National Independent Childbirth Educators 2003.How funky is that, eh?hugJulie ClarkeChildbirth and Parenting EducatorTransition into Parenthood9 Withybrook PlSylvania NSW 2224.T. (02) 9544 6441Fax: (02) 9544 9257Mobile 0401 2655 30Catchment: St George and Sutherland Shire Region in the South Eastern Sydney.
Re: [ozmidwifery] Antenatal Care
Title: Re: [ozmidwifery] Antenatal Care Hi, In Tassie we are Registered Nurse with a licence to practice midwifery. We can give full care without the authority of a Doctor but many will see a Doctor or hospitalfor bloods scans etc Terry - Original Message - From: Jan Robinson To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2003 9:35 AM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Antenatal Care On 26/3/03 7:15 PM, "Darren Sunn" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is the legislation regarding antenatal care in states throughout Australia?Who has the legal right to give care and what are the necessary qualifications?Can a GP or a registered nurse give antenatal care?Assuming that all registered midwives and Obstetricitians are able.Thanks ,DarrenHi DarrenUnder the Nurses Acts in all states and Territories only those RNs who have authorisation to practise midwifery are able to provide antenatal care. Registered Medical Practitioners are able to provide this service.Midwifery or medical students can provide antenatal care under supervision of an RN who has an Authority to practise Midwifery or a Registered Medical Practitioner.Hopefully all states will soon have their own Midwife Practitioner Acts which clearly defines the role of the future graduates of BchMid programs who will be neither RNs or MDs.Jan Robinson
Re: [ozmidwifery] risks of 4th c/s and support for artificial feeding
congratulations wonderful work and birthing. Best wishes Terry Stockdale Hobart - Original Message - From: jo hunter [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2003 11:40 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] risks of 4th c/s and support for artificial feeding I give HAS' permission to post this story. It is quite long but worth the read! Jo Caesarean, Caesarean, Caesarean, Natural Birth By Clare Colman I was 24, healthy, a newly admitted lawyer. I booked in to see a private obstetrician in a large maternity hospital. I read pregnancy books. I attended the hospital classes. I had complete faith in the system and knew nothing of the politics of birth. The pregnancy went smoothly, until 38 weeks when my obstetrician sent me for a pelvimetry. I'm now sure it had more to do with my size (a petite 150cm) and my occupation than any health risk. The results had shown my pelvis to be inadequate and an elective caesar scheduled. I was devastated, but the compromise was that I could undergo a trial of labour, so long as I came to hospital at the first sign of labour. I was told, since the baby hadn't engaged, I could have a cord prolapse and then we have 8 minutes to get the baby out before it dies. So at 2am on his due date, I had the show and rang the hospital! I was there by 4am. Labour hadn't even started but no one suggested I go home. No sustenance, no sleep, on my feet till 6pm. By then I was exhausted, starving, discouraged, only 2cm. I didn't even see my doctor, who was not available that weekend. I agreed to an epidural and the inevitable caesar. Andrew was born at 2.20am on 10.1.94, weighing 3.195kg. The operation itself was not physically painful, but I felt totally detached from what was going on, as if I was an observer. I think this was a coping mechanism at the time - I was hooked up to so much equipment - electrodes on my chest, automatic blood pressure cuff on my arm (which cut off the circulation every minute or so), electrodes on my thumb, cannula and drip in my arm, oxygen mask on my face (nifty shower cap too), catheter in my spine, catheter for my bladder, naked and numb from the chest down, belly swabbed in brown antiseptic, and a screen between me and the surgery. My husband was sitting beside me, and there was a team of 7 or 8 staff members. In recovery my body shook violently for about 15 minutes, which I was told was a normal reaction to an epidural. I slept for a couple of hours and woke to the most pain I had ever felt. I had never had any serious injury or illness in my life before - it was like having been hit by a truck. I spent that day in bed. I couldn't even roll over from one side to the other without 2 nurses assisting. Pethidine shots in the thigh every four hours made me feel dopey and sleepy, and helped detach from the pain, but also made connection with my new baby extremely difficult. I didn't even think he was really mine. I just wanted to be left alone to sleep and make the pain go away. The next day I had to get out of bed, and walk to the other end of the ward for a shower. I thought I was going to pass out with pain, and kept apologising to the nurse for being so slow! Physically each day got a little easier as I became more mobile and the intensity of the pain eased, but the thought of having to take a baby home and care for it made me feel sheer panic. I felt like I had failed the first test of motherhood in having not been able to give birth, breastfeeding was not going well, I felt no connection with my baby and I had lost faith in my body. Many of the feelings that flowed from my caesarean were gradual rather than immediate, but they included a profound sense of loss, inadequacy, failure and sadness, guilt that I was not more grateful for the health of my child, and eventually anger at the circumstances which led to the caesar and the way I was treated afterwards. (I was sent home with an infected wound, cracked nipples, a thrush infection and no follow-up care. It was 9 weeks before I was able to see my doctor for a post-natal checkup, because she was fully booked!) The second caesarean 2 years later added a sense of powerlessness in the face of medical technology and the doctor/patient relationship. I allowed decisions to be made for me and my baby and things to be done which went against my instinct and feelings. I had changed doctors (another female obstetrician) and hospitals and made clear from the start my desire for a natural delivery. But a long cycle meant my official due date was 3 weeks out, it was Christmastime, and private hospitals pay triple time to theatre staff. Surgery was scheduled, rather than wait another six days till after the holidays, strictly for the sake of the baby of course. Stephanie arrived on 21.12.95, weighing 3.259kg. Having a general anaesthetic after a failed epidural (and an encounter with
Re: [ozmidwifery] NSW Postcard Campaign
Title: NSW Postcard Campaign Hi, Is it of any value for us in Tasmania to send these cards as well, if we can assist send us a pile. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Julie Clarke To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 23, 2003 8:20 PM Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] NSW Postcard Campaign Hi Justine Please send me about 50 to hand out in my sessions thanks hug Julie Clarke Childbirth and Parenting Educator Transition into Parenthood 9 Withybrook Pl Sylvania NSW 2224 T. (02) 9544 6441 F (02) 9544 9257 M. 0401 265 530 email [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Justine CainesSent: Friday, 1 January 1904 12:31 AMTo: OzMid List; MC NSW Branch; [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [ozmidwifery] NSW Postcard Campaign Hello AllMC has had a postcard printed to support the efforts to implement NMAP.In NSW It is currently particularly importantIf you can promise to have friends and acquatinces send in postcards before the March 22 NSW election then please e-mail me and I can send you a quantity of postcards.For those unsure of the success of a postcard campaign, I assure you it will be a very positive step to achieving community midwifery because MC has actually sought an election commitment (formally in writing) from the NSW Health Minister with for 490 births in Illawarra and Hunter Area Health Services, in an effort to start the statewide implementation. The plan is for women across the entire area health service (rather than those close to big centres) to be able to access one to one midwifery care.In solidarityJustineJustine CainesNSW President Maternity CoalitionPO Box 105MERRIWA NSW 2329Ph: (02) 65482248Mob: 0408 210273
Re: [ozmidwifery] Afterbirth pains
Hi, I'm Terry Stockdale an Independent Midwife in Hobart, I find a combination of Arnica Homeopathically and verbernum tincture herbal (taken separately)seem to take the edge at bay, otherwise voltaren tabs 50mgs 8 hourly seem to hit the spot. It is most important to keep the bladder empty especially just before breastfeeding as this causes surges of afterbirth contractions and will be stronger with a full bladder. Hot packs and you can hire a TENS machine that is often used for period pains. one of my women felt this was heaven. Best wishes Terry - Original Message - From: Marty Tina To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 22, 2003 9:57 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Afterbirth pains Dear All, I am hoping you may be able to help. I am expecting my fourth baby in approx. 2 weeks need some advise. I usually experience killer afterbirth pains that often seem worse than the labour. For this birth I am attending the Birth Centre here in Brisbane am planning to birth in the water birth my placenta physiologically. I have not had a physiological third stage in the past (nor a water birth) I was hoping that this will make a difference to the afterbirth pains. The acupuncturist I have been visiting has also suggested Chinese herbs (usually used in labour) to assist with this pain also... have any of you used Chinese herbs for something like this if so, are they safe for breastfeeding? Also, my husband I are planning on having our 3 other children at our birth I was thinking that if all goes to plan that they may like to touch the baby as he/she crowns is born. Do any of you experienced with siblings being present find that siblings want to be this involved? I want my children to find this experience as wonderful totally natural as I do. I cannot put into words the way I feel about birth (as a woman, mother midwife)... but would somehow like to share these overwhelming feelings with my children. Do many of the children want to get into the birth pool / tub during the labour /or birth? I know all children are individual (my three certainly are)... but would not like to limit them the way they would like to participate just because I have no idea about the normal reactions of children I have never met anybody who has had their other children present at their births I have never cared for any woman in that situation(in fact almost everyone I tell of our plans look at me as though I've stepped from another planet). Any suggestions welcome (I hope my questions make sense brains getting a bit foggy in the lead up to birth). Tina H.
Re: [ozmidwifery] homebirth
Hi Kim, Where do you live, there are many midwives out there, I for one, but I work in Hobart, if I can be of assistance please write. Terry Stockdale Ph 03 62235348 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Judy Waller To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 29, 2003 6:35 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] homebirth hi. i'm inbayside brisbane area and looking for a midwife to deliver my first child. I wish to avoid hospital birth and I don't know whether midwifes do homebirths in Australia due to insurance. can anyone give me a contact, even if it's somewhere to start, please? thanks, kim.
Re: [ozmidwifery] Midwife urgently needed in Portland
Hi Andrea, Did your mother to be find a midwife, I have just had a birth and I am free now, but maybe she has birthed already or found a midwife, and I'm in Hobart, maybe just too far. Any way I'm free if required. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Andrea Bilcliff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Ozmidwifery Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Capers Birth News [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, December 06, 2002 1:21 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Midwife urgently needed in Portland I've been asked to pass on this message in the hope that someone will be able to help. Is there a midwife living near or willing to travel to Portland (expenses paid) this weekend? A woman is 6 days post-dates with her 3rd baby. All is well, 2 previous normal births. Desperately wants a homebirth, own midwife had to leave and the woman doesn't want to do it unassisted. Thinks it will happen soon! Andrea -- 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.
Re: [ozmidwifery] SEEKING RESPONDENTS
Hi, Do you want someone from 23 years ago ? If so. email Terry at [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Alphia Garrety [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 28, 2002 1:37 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] SEEKING RESPONDENTS Hi Everyone, I was wondering if anyone out there might have some home birth mothers who are willing to participate in my research. I am currently interviewing women who give birth through the private system, the public/tertiary led system and the public/midwifery led system. I feel that the women who seek out a home birth experience are needed for this study. I live in the NSW area, but am able to interview face to face in Melbourne as well. I also have a transcriber that allows me to tape conversations over the phone, but I do realize that not everyone enjoys this form of interaction. I would greatly appreciate any assistance with this. As always I greatly enjoy the debates that continue on this listserv- very passionate and intelligent debates- including the most recent one on Sting :-) Take care everyone Alphia Alphia Garrety (Ba. Hons.) PhD. Candidate School of Sociology and Justice Studies Bankstown Campus, University of Western Sydney UWS Locked Bag 1797 South Penrith Distribution Centre NSW 1797 Australia Phone: 02 97726628 Fax: 02 97726584 -- 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.
Re: [ozmidwifery] Ode to a mammogram
Hi,
I certainly can relate to all of the poem, thanks
for the contact. Terry
- Original Message -
From:
Pinky McKay
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2002 10:42
AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Ode to a
mammogram
Hi Terry
It was passed to me via email - I am not the
"creator" - it's one of those things that womenpass around. There
was no copyright on it maybe just say (via email author unknown).
We will all be giggling when next it's "in a
vice" as we think of slamming the fridge door - I know I will be "ducking"!! I
had a "dodgy" result a couple of years ago which resulted in a biopsy with
breast in vice as they Xrayed to make sure they had the right piece - they can
have the whole tit next time. I have NEVER felt so powerless and panicky -
stirrups at birth dont come anywhere close!
Pinky
- Original Message -
From:
Child
Birth Information Service
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2002 10:00
AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Ode to a
mammogram
Pinky may I put this in our newsletter
"Concept" Natural Birth Association in Hobart for December issue. I
found it a great hoot, and think other may as well.
Terry Stockdale
Independent Midwife/Volunteer Co
ordinator
Childbirth Information Service
156 Warwick Street
West Hobart 7004
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
- Original Message -
From:
Pinky McKay
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002
8:51 PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Ode to a
mammogram
Sorry girls -its not quite midwifery but
couldnt resist
Pinky
In deference to Breast Cancer Month
ODE
TO A MAMMOGRAM
For
years and years they told me,
Be
careful of your breasts.
Don't
ever squeeze or bruise them.
And
give them monthly tests.
So I
heeded all their warnings,
And
protected them by law.
Guarded them very carefully,
And
always wore my bra.
After
30 years of astute care,
My
gyno, Dr. Pruitt,
Said
I should get a Mammogram.
"O.
K," I said, "let's do it."
"Stand up here real close" she said,
(She
got my boob in line),
"And
tell me when it hurts," she said,
"Ah
yes! Right there, that's fine."
She
stepped upon a pedal,
I
could not believe my eyes!
A
plastic plate came slamming down,
My
hooter's in a vise!
My
skin was stretched and mangled,
From
underneath my chin.
My
poor boob was being squashed,
To
Swedish Pancake thin.
Excruciating pain I felt,
Within it's viselike grip.
A
prisoner in this vicious thing,
My
poor defenseless tit!
"Take
a deep breath" she said to me,
Who
does she think she's kidding?!?
And
woozy I am getting.
"There, that's good," I heard her say,
(The
room was slowly swaying.)
"Now,
let's have a go at the other one."
Have
mercy, I was praying.
It
squeezed me from both up and down,
It
squeezed me from both sides.
I'll
bet SHE'S never had this done,
To
HER tender little hide.
Next
time that they make me do this,
I
will request a blindfold.
I
have no wish to see again,
My
knockers getting steamrolled.
If I
had no problem when I came in,
I
surely have one now.
If
there had been a cyst in there
It
would have gone "kerpow!"
This
machine was created by a man,
Of
this, I have no doubt.
I'd
like to stick his balls in there,
And
see how THEY come out.
MAMMOGRAM PREP COURSE
Never
forget the importance of regular mammograms! Many women
are
afraid of their first mammogram, but there is no need to
worry. By taking a few minutes each day for a week preceding
the
exam and doing the following practice exercises, you will
be
Re: [ozmidwifery] Ode to a mammogram
Pinky may I put this in our newsletter "Concept" Natural Birth Association in Hobart for December issue. I found it a great hoot, and think other may as well. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife/Volunteer Co ordinator Childbirth Information Service 156 Warwick Street West Hobart 7004 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Pinky McKay To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002 8:51 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Ode to a mammogram Sorry girls -its not quite midwifery but couldnt resist Pinky In deference to Breast Cancer Month ODE TO A MAMMOGRAM For years and years they told me, Be careful of your breasts. Don't ever squeeze or bruise them. And give them monthly tests. So I heeded all their warnings, And protected them by law. Guarded them very carefully, And always wore my bra. After 30 years of astute care, My gyno, Dr. Pruitt, Said I should get a Mammogram. "O. K," I said, "let's do it." "Stand up here real close" she said, (She got my boob in line), "And tell me when it hurts," she said, "Ah yes! Right there, that's fine." She stepped upon a pedal, I could not believe my eyes! A plastic plate came slamming down, My hooter's in a vise! My skin was stretched and mangled, From underneath my chin. My poor boob was being squashed, To Swedish Pancake thin. Excruciating pain I felt, Within it's viselike grip. A prisoner in this vicious thing, My poor defenseless tit! "Take a deep breath" she said to me, Who does she think she's kidding?!? And woozy I am getting. "There, that's good," I heard her say, (The room was slowly swaying.) "Now, let's have a go at the other one." Have mercy, I was praying. It squeezed me from both up and down, It squeezed me from both sides. I'll bet SHE'S never had this done, To HER tender little hide. Next time that they make me do this, I will request a blindfold. I have no wish to see again, My knockers getting steamrolled. If I had no problem when I came in, I surely have one now. If there had been a cyst in there It would have gone "kerpow!" This machine was created by a man, Of this, I have no doubt. I'd like to stick his balls in there, And see how THEY come out. MAMMOGRAM PREP COURSE Never forget the importance of regular mammograms! Many women are afraid of their first mammogram, but there is no need to worry. By taking a few minutes each day for a week preceding the exam and doing the following practice exercises, you will be totally prepared for the test, and best of all, you can do these simple practice exercises right in your own home. EXERCISE 1 Open your refrigerator door and insert one breast between the door and the main box. Have one of your strongest friends slam the door shut as hard as possible and lean on the door for good measure. Hold that position for five seconds. Repeat again, in case the first time wasn't effective enough. EXERCISE 2 Visit your garage at 3 AM when the temperature of the cement floor is just perfect. Take off all your clothes and lie comfortably on the floor with one breast wedged under the rear tire of the car. Ask a friend to slowly back the car up until your breast is sufficiently flattened and chilled. Turn over and repeat for the other breast. EXERCISE 3 Freeze two metal bookends overnight. Strip to the waist. Invite a stranger into the room. Press the bookends against one of your breasts. Smash the bookends together as hard as you can. Set an appointment with the stranger to meet next year and do it again. You are now properly prepared. Just a thought for all the women out there. MENtal illness MENstrual cramps - MENtalbreakdown - MENopause Ever notice how all of women's problems start with men?... and when we have real trouble, it's HISterectomy. Send this to all of the women you know and brighten their day!! Choose an Internet access plan right for you -- try MSN! Click Here Message protected by MailGuard: e-mail anti-virus and content
[ozmidwifery] Refusing the breast
May be mother is using a different brand of soap or shampoo this maybe tainting the taste or smellof the breast. Please do not use soap on the breast and not use any deodorant if possible, baby likes the smell of mother. Garlic is good, maybe see if you have been eating different food, or too much of one sort. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart
Re: [ozmidwifery] lactation /stillbirth
I haveused Sage capsules in the passed and other stuff suggested by a herbalist, one lady used acupuncture with success,and lots and lots of love. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 19, 2002 10:30 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] lactation /stillbirth Advice appreciated Apart from firm support cold packs ice/cabbage leaves sage tea and no stimulation of breasts .Has anyone ant ideas to mimimize lactation in a term mother of stillborn baby. regards Jan
Re: [ozmidwifery] Poster...for better birth!
Title: Message Please may I be sent 2 posters and costs to address below Thanks Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife/ Childbirth Information Service 156 Warwick Street West Hobart 7000 - Original Message - From: Vicki Chan To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2002 4:12 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Poster...for better birth! Dear All Nic Edmondstone and I have developed a poster which supports the right of every woman to choose a midwife as her lead maternity carer...If you wish to see it, email me direct and I'll send it as an attachment. They are selling at cost price (printing and posting that is) to promote midwifery care, particularly important now in the lead up to NMAP. Maternity Coalition will be distributing some in each state...there are plenty more available by emailing me. Yours for Better Birth, Vicki
Re: [ozmidwifery] Premature
Hi, Maybe an osteopath may relieve any pressure that may be present its worth a try. Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart - Original Message - From: Darren Sunn To: ozmidwifery Sent: Wednesday, September 04, 2002 7:42 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Premature Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone had experience or knowledge of premature babies. With regards to 'head hitting'. Some people we know have a son who is now 18 months (11 weeks premy). He isn't yet walking or talking but does stand and crawls very fast. My question is that he has a habit of hitting his forehead against things on purpose! At times he will knock his head against anything available and quite hard. He does have bruises from some of this activity which is of great concern to me. I have question his parents about this and was told he has "compression"... further to this is that his skull isn't growing quick enough for his brain and this "hitting" is a reaction to the compression. This is as much as I have been told. Has anyone got more information on this or any experience on this matter? I would appreciate any help.. Darren. IMPORTANT NOTICE: CONFIDENTIALITY AND LEGAL PRIVILEGE This email is intended only for the use of the addressee and may contain legally privileged and confidential information. If you are not the addressee, you are notified that any transmission, distribution or photocopying of this email is strictly prohibited. The legal privilege and confidentiality attached to this email is not waived, lost or destroyed by reason of a mistaken delivery to you. If you have received this email in error please immediately notify us by return email. Thank you.
Re: [ozmidwifery] Achieving Midwifery Models in Hunter
Hi Kathleen, Sorry for my mix-up, and good luck on the day, I hope you get lots of people with many ideas. I presented one of our members with an idea, and she has taken it on board to write up a proposal for us. Community midwifery care where by a group of midwives will take on a case load of women and birth them in the setting of their choice or appropriate to them. Home or hospital. This should be paid for by the health system, we are still working on the proposals to take to the numerous committees to be considered, may be your group can help us, as we may be able to help you. The name of the person writing up our proposal is Sonia Anderson Phone 03 62636706 88 Tongatabu Rd Dromedary 7030 Tasmania Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife - Original Message - From: Kathleen Fahy To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2002 5:07 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Achieving Midwifery Models in Hunter Dear Terry, I am sorry if you posting confused you. I am taking responsibility for planning the day. I have invited Justine as our guest to use her well know facilitation and activist skills to help the day move forward in a really dynamic way. I did attach the details to the last e-mail as a flyer. Do you have specifc questions? Kathleen --Kathleen FahyProfessor of MidwiferyHead of School of Nursing and MidwiferyFaculty of HealthThe University of NewcastleUniversity Drive,Callaghan, 2308 Ph 02 49215966 Fax 02 49216981 [EMAIL PROTECTED] 08/13/02 10:44am Hi, Can Justin Caines email me re info that maybe of help. Terry Stockdale [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Kathleen Fahy To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; Anne Saxton Sent: Monday, August 12, 2002 5:27 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Achieving Midwifery Models in Hunter Dear All, I am attaching a flyer advertising our workshop to find ways to bring about publically funded midwifery models (including homebirths) here in the Hunter Valley. Anne Saxton (Midwife and Service Managerhas a vision to reactivate and revitalise midwifery modelsfor whichtheJohn Hunter Hospital was once famous). We will be coordinating our efforts in line with the National Maternity Action Plan. The daywill be facilitatedby Justine Cain a mother of 3 under 3 and a birth activist with Maternity Coalition. If you would like to join us for the day your energy would be most welcome. There is no cost (except if you want us to provide lunch and morning tea but you are free to bring your own). Please RSVP to Nadyne Smith (my PA) 02 49217873 --Kathleen FahyProfessor of MidwiferyHead of School of Nursing and MidwiferyFaculty of HealthThe University of NewcastleUniversity Drive,Callaghan, 2308 Ph 02 49215966 Fax 02 49216981
Re: [ozmidwifery] Achieving Midwifery Models in Hunter
Hi, Can Justin Caines email me re info that maybe of help. Terry Stockdale [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Kathleen Fahy To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; Anne Saxton Sent: Monday, August 12, 2002 5:27 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Achieving Midwifery Models in Hunter Dear All, I am attaching a flyer advertising our workshop to find ways to bring about publically funded midwifery models (including homebirths) here in the Hunter Valley. Anne Saxton (Midwife and Service Managerhas a vision to reactivate and revitalise midwifery modelsfor whichtheJohn Hunter Hospital was once famous). We will be coordinating our efforts in line with the National Maternity Action Plan. The daywill be facilitatedby Justine Cain a mother of 3 under 3 and a birth activist with Maternity Coalition. If you would like to join us for the day your energy would be most welcome. There is no cost (except if you want us to provide lunch and morning tea but you are free to bring your own). Please RSVP to Nadyne Smith (my PA) 02 49217873 --Kathleen FahyProfessor of MidwiferyHead of School of Nursing and MidwiferyFaculty of HealthThe University of NewcastleUniversity Drive,Callaghan, 2308 Ph 02 49215966 Fax 02 49216981
[ozmidwifery] PROM
Six or seven year ago I read some research I believe from the lancet but I'm not certain, outcome was, to increase calcium and Vit C was thought to be of benefit. Maybe a visit to a homeopath might be valuable, trace minerals maybe helpful.(My personal suggestions.these things seem to work, I also encourage visualizations and a chat to baby.) Terry Stockdale Independent Midwife Hobart
