Re: [ozmidwifery] full moon

[Alphia Possamai-Inesedy]

Dear Kerreen,
Here is one:
The "Christmas Effect" and Other Biometeorologic Influences on
Childbearing and the Health of Women Sandra K. Cesario, RNC, PhD

J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2002 31: 526-535 

Objective: To review the body of literature addressing
biometeorologic and chronobiologic effects on conception,
pregnancy, parturition, and other health conditions.

Data Sources: Computerized searches of MEDLINE, PUBMED,
CINAHL, and the World Wide Web. 
Study Selection: Studies, including international
research, dating from 1938 to 2001. 
Data Extraction: Data were extracted and information
organized under the following categories: influence of leisure
time and seasonality on the rate of conception and birth, the
relationship of meteorologic changes and lunar cycles to
childbearing, the "Christmas Effect" and its impact
on other health outcomes, and nursing implications.

Data Synthesis: Research from the disciplines of
biometeorology and chronobiology indicates that there are
patterns in the occurrence of conception, pregnancy, and onset
of labor that vary in timing and amplitude in different
populations and geographic regions. Consideration of these
factors should be included in the analysis of birth data when
planning and providing maternity care. The Christmas Effect is
one of the most predominant seasonal patterns that can be seen
in birth data throughout the world. 
Conclusions: Biometeorologic and other cyclic phenomena
are underused in the United States in planning and providing
maternity care. These phenomena warrant consideration when
planning holistic health care. 

Let me know if you are having problems accessing the full
text.  
Take care
Alphia
At 04:34 PM 15/11/2005, Kerreen Reiger wrote:
Hi all
Does any one have information on actual studies of the effect of the full
moon on  birth? I've heard anecdotally  that more babies arrive
then etc, and searched google which produced snippets relating to the
tides. Any other comments from you  wise people? 
(I am in New York with my  daughter awaiting a baby taking its time
to arrive and the full moon is tomorrow! She's booked with  a
midwife at a birth centre and hopes not to be induced at the end of the
week!)
cheers
Kerreen
 
 
 


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School of Applied and Human Sciences
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[ozmidwifery] full moon

[Kerreen Reiger]

Hi all
Does any one have information on actual studies of the effect of the full moon 
on  birth? I've heard anecdotally  that more babies arrive then etc, and 
searched google which produced snippets relating to the tides. Any other 
comments from you  wise people? 
(I am in New York with my  daughter awaiting a baby taking its time to arrive 
and the full moon is tomorrow! She's booked with  a midwife at a birth centre 
and hopes not to be induced at the end of the week!)
cheers
Kerreen
 
 

 
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Family First

[leanne wynne]

Dear Justine,
I am meeting with senator Steve Fielding at 3pm this afternoon so I hope you 
get this and are able to get that previous briefing to me by then. If not 
then I will just use the briefings drafted by the ACMI for Julia Gillard.

Thanks,
Leanne.

Leanne Wynne
Midwife in charge of "Women's Business"
Mildura Aboriginal Health Service  Mob 0418 371862





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Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Family First
Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 16:17:38 +1100

Dear Leanne


On our last Canberra roadshow we  briefed Sen Fielding (In September) so
this is really a good opportunity to show him that what we (Maternity
Coalition) have said is backed up by others in the community.  From our
experience with Julia Gillard it is good for those who belong to MC to
identify this and show their support.

For those non-members, please JOIN, support our work, because together we
can get there!

Leanne good work organising this and will send the briefing through to you
so you know what we said.

In solidarity

Justine


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[ozmidwifery] "When a Baby dies" workshops

[Andrea Robertson]

Hello Listers,

Sherokee Ilse will be out guest in February as part of the Preparing for 
Birth and Parenthood Conference we are presenting at Sydney University. If 
you haven't checked this out yet, here's the link to the full program and 
all the details.  Anyone who is involved in parent and prenatal education 
will want to attend this Conference - a skills based event that will be 
showcasing the best in this field.


While she is in Australia, Sherokee has agreed to facilitate a series of 
workshops on "When a Baby dies - making a difference" especially for 
midwives. This is an area where we all feel sensitive - knowing how to 
handle this situation in a supportive way while dealing with the trauma for 
ourselves. Sherokee has written many books on this subject and is the 
leading expert on stillbirth, miscarriage and neonatal death in the 
US.  These workshops will have limited places, to ensure an intimate and 
supportive environment in which to explore this difficult tropic, so early 
registration will be essential.


The full details are here:

http://www.birthinternational.com/event/sherokee2006/index.html

If anyone wants paper copies of the program and registration details for 
either of these events, please call our office on 02 9564 2322 and we will 
post some out to you.


Regards,

Andrea

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Birth International * ACE Graphics * Associates in Childbirth Education

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RE: [ozmidwifery] emergency skills

[leanne wynne]

Yes!
I have been to Maggie Banks Midwifery Intensive and it was truly inspiring 
and had a midwifery perspective whereas the ALSO course is very obstetric in 
nature.

It is worth every cent!!
Leanne.

Leanne Wynne
Midwife in charge of "Women's Business"
Mildura Aboriginal Health Service  Mob 0418 371862





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Subject: [ozmidwifery] emergency skills
Date: Mon, 14 Nov 2005 15:40:02 +1100

Hi everyone,

I was just wanting to know if anyone had been to Midwifery Skills for
Emergencies run by Birth International with Maggie Banks as the 
facilitator.
It's just that it is quite expensive ($1095) , which is dearer than the 
ALSO

course.
Thanks,

Joan
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Re: [ozmidwifery] emergency skills

[Sonja & Barry]

I attended Maggie's course in July.  Reaffirms midwifery and women centred
care.  Shows how to deal with shoulder dystocia etc from a midwifes
perspective and focuses on working with women that do not have the first
intervention of bed dystocia, which, as we all know, is often the first
stage of an obstetric complication .  It may be more expensive than ALSO but
this course covers all meals and accommodation as well.  I would recommend
all midwives wanting to undertake an emergency skills course to attend this
one.
Sonja
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> Hi everyone,
>
> I was just wanting to know if anyone had been to Midwifery Skills for
> Emergencies run by Birth International with Maggie Banks as the
facilitator.
> It's just that it is quite expensive ($1095) , which is dearer than the
ALSO
> course.
> Thanks,
>
> Joan
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Re: [ozmidwifery] emergency skills

[Sue Cookson]

I attended Maggie's Intensive in October 2004 in New Zealand at Maggie's 
house.
It's a wonderful workshop to either reaffirm the work midwives already 
do, particularly if you work independently, or to give you many new 
persepectives and questions about why you do what you do, where your 
teaching/training comes from and to learn new skills based in 
woman-centred tradition, not obstetric land!!


A very different perspective.
Sue


Hi everyone,

I was just wanting to know if anyone had been to Midwifery Skills for
Emergencies run by Birth International with Maggie Banks as the facilitator.
It's just that it is quite expensive ($1095) , which is dearer than the ALSO
course.  
Thanks,


Joan
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Melb Ob's Supportive of Lotus Birth

[Sue Cookson]

I'd have to add that if she is looking for 'permission' to have a lotus
birth, she needs to work harder to understand it is her right to make
choice irrespective of whether that choice is understood or supported
by others.
If she firmly stands in her place with her decision to have a lotus
birth, then those who are invited to her birth will oblige. 
I have assisted women with lotus birth at home and in a variety of
hospital settings, including c/sections - she may have to stay very
firm about it - just like not cutting the cord early for other people.
All sorts of excuses may be made - what she says and how she says it
will determine the outcome.
The more people access their rights, the more familiar everyone will be
with the different choices people can make.
Sue

  
  Message
  
  
  you could contact the college of spiritual
midwifery and ask if they can refer someone?
   
  cheers
  Jo
   
  
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Subject: [ozmidwifery] Melb Ob's Supportive of Lotus Birth



A girl in my forums has
asked of any Melbourne Ob’s / GP’s etc that are supportive of Lotus
Birth for her birth – anyone? I’ve suggested Lionel Steinberg as a
possible and also Peter Lucas – but other than that I have no idea
where to start.
Best Regards,

Kelly Zantey
Director, www.bellybelly.com.au & www.toys4tikes.com.au
Gentle Solutions For
Conception, Pregnancy, Birth & Baby
Australian Little Tikes Specialists 
 


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RE: [ozmidwifery] emergency skills

[Tania Smallwood]

I've booked in to the course in Adelaide next year, and know a couple of
students who did it last year, they couldn't stop raving about it, in fact,
one of them is thinking of doing it again!  Must be good...

Having heard Maggie speak several times before as a part of different
programmes, I can't wait to have her for a whole weekend, she speaks the
truth about how amazing women are, and what we can do as true midwives to
facilitate them...roll on March!

Tania
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Justine Caines
Sent: Monday, 14 November 2005 8:17 PM
To: OzMid List
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] emergency skills

Hi everyone,

I was just wanting to know if anyone had been to Midwifery Skills for
Emergencies run by Birth International with Maggie Banks as the facilitator.
It's just that it is quite expensive ($1095) , which is dearer than the ALSO
course.  
Thanks,

Joan

Dear All

Just a comment here, isn't ALSO a bit of a waste for IPM's or midwives in
models without on-site medical?  As I understood it is a multidisciplinary
approach within a medical model type training.

I must say if that's the case then it is ridiculous that so many midwifery
models demand it.  Bring on the Maggie Banks type of training and the Jan
Robinson shoulder dystocia workshops etc.

But hey I'm only a consumer


JC


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