Re: [ozmidwifery] Menstruation

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Jo,
 
Other things to consider are that birthweight often reflects 
conditions in the uterus.  At some stage babies move towards their genetic 
capacity.  What size are you and your partner?
 
My children started life btwn the 50th and 90th 
percentiles.then moved down to between the 3rd -10th percentiles.  But 
then so did my sisters' bottle fed babies.  My 2nd and 3rd were weighed 
very infrequently.  Jo, you are so right.  Every spot on that chart is 
normal (and probably a few spots not on the chart) Rotten luck that you got your 
period back so soon, but you will continue to provide enough milk for your 
baby.  As another lister said, it always amazes me that we spend the first 
year of their life trying to fatten them, and the rest of our lives trying to 
thin them down.  You'd think with obesity being the new big problem we 
could put 2 & 2 together.
 
Love, Barb
Barb Glare

Re: [ozmidwifery] Cup and fingerfeeding

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

I doubt the truth that cup feeding and finger feeding have been "banned".
Any chance that bottle feeding could be banned? Do you think I'd have much
success if I started a rumour to that effect? :). Cup feeding is always used
for giving comps where I work.  Perhaps it's got more to do with the type of
fluid that's in the comp, whichever means it's delivered by.

Barb Glare
IBLC


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Re: [ozmidwifery] sleepless night

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Sheena,
 
Australian Breastfeeding Association's annual Calendar is 
currently at the printer's and will be available in 2 weeks.  It's $12 + $5 
postage+ $1 for each additional.  As well as beautiful shots of mothers and 
babies and breastfeeding, you support the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association.  
 
You can order by e-mailing me at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I can accept credit card orders.  
 
Feel free to plaster the town with them.  I'm hoping to 
get the pics and order forms on the ABA website tonight.  If you order the 
calendar NOW, I'll send you a free copy of the 2002 calendar, and you can enjoy 
the last few months.
Also, have a look at ABA's posters at http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/products/groupprojs.html
Not all the photos in the calendar are breastfeeding shots, 
and I could tell you 100 funny calendar stories like the young bank teller who 
bought the calendar off her ABA counsellor boss for the pictures of the 
beautiful babies, but mentioned that she'd cut out the "porno" ones before she 
hung it up at home
 
We've still got a way to go, so help us out and buy some 
calendar.
 
Ooh, I may have just got carried away, and I hope you can all 
excuse my enthusiasm.  Visual images of birth and breastfeeding are my 
passion at the moment.  
 
Love, 
Barb
Barb Glare, IBLCMum of Zac, 9, Dan, 7 and Cassie 4ABA Counsellor 
Warrnambool, Viccalendar and poster orders to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Sheena Johnson 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  Sent: Thursday, September 05, 2002 2:36 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] sleepless 
  night
  
  Dear List
   
  While I was up at 0400 working on my research 
  because I could not sleep, I started wondering about breastfeeding, why we do, 
  why we don't and all the other myriad reasons and influences there are that 
  contribute to the difficulties in increasing our breastfeeding rates. Anyway, 
  one of the things that popped into my mind was skin to skin contact after 
  birth and the baby finding it's way to the breast if given the time and 
  opportunity. Then I thought about how not many children these days even know 
  what breastfeeding is etc.etc. Then I thought about the advert on 
  breastfeeding not being allowed to be screened in prime time because of the PG 
  rating.
   
  Anyway, the idea that popped into my head 
  was, what if a calendar was produced with 
  January: photo of initial skin to skin 
  contact after birth
  February: baby finding it's way to the breast 
  and latching on - with a caption to explain
  March: Family photo with siblings and 
  possibly grandparents and new baby feeding after birth
  April: May: June; other photo's of 
  breastfeeding in different scenarios, even to toddlers and older children. 
  
   
  The exposure doesn't sound much until you 
  think of where you could use them. Kindergartens, and Primary school 
  classrooms, so that children become used to the idea of seeing a baby on the 
  breast. On the back of your toilet door. Remember how you read anything that 
  is going when you go to the toilet!! I am sure many of you will have better 
  idea's than that, but I had to put this thought down before it 
  disappeared.
   
  Would be interested to hear if anyone has 
  done something like this already?
   
  Sheena Johnson
  [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [ozmidwifery] sleepless night

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Denise,
 
Yes, I am.
 
Love, Barb
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 

[ozmidwifery] ABA contact

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Denise,
 
Phone me on (03) 5565 8602 or e-mail me privately at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
 
Love, Barb

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding Calendars

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Just wanted to let you know that the Australian Breastfeeding Assoc Calendar
is now available.  Twelve beautiful photos of babies and breastfeeding.
Check it out at

http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/products/groupprojs.html#m1


The photos on the web-page don't really do it justice. The calendars are $12
+ $5 postage + $1 postage for each additional calendar.
All money raised goes to support the work of the Australian Breastfeeding
Association

Love, Barb
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Maxolon and Domperidone

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Irene,

I recommend investing in a call to Rodney Whyte, head pharmacist, drug
information centre, Monash Medical centre in Melbourne Ph (03) 9594 2361

Where I work maxalon is prescribed very readily.  While I'm not medically
trained, both drugs work by elevating the prolactin levels.  To my way of
thinking, it they are  not a substitute for correct attachment and frequent
draining of the breast. (situations when it is sometimes prescribed) Another
effective way of elevating prolactin is skin to skin contact.  It seems to
me that domperidone is more common in the USA and maxalon here.  I have
occasionally had mothers who have taken maxalon and it has made them sleepy
and queasy.  (often they get to the doctor before they get to the LC)  A
mother I saw who breastfed her adopted baby found domperidone very useful.
In practical terms, the dosage rates mean that you have to take a lot of
domperidone tablets, lots of times a day.  I believe domperidone is also the
more expensive (considerably) option

Anyway, those are my experiences.  Give Rodney a call

Love, Barb (IBLC)

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Re: [ozmidwifery] How awful is this!

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Joy,

I read the message, but have since deleted it.  I believe the question on
the booking form was (filled out at 6/40) was "are you intending to have an
elective caesarian?  If so give date"  It would have been against the ABA
code of ethics to identify the hospital, so we have no way of knowing which
hospital it was.  It was just commented on as a point of interest
(amazement)

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Antenatal education/ support in Melbourne

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Australian Breastfeeding Association run groups in all 
areas.  They are supportive and easy-going.  Ph (03) 9885 0855 to get 
the number for your local group.  
 
Love, Barb

Re: [ozmidwifery] raynaud's disease

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Sally,
 
This website has some good info on raynaud's
http://www.gp.org.au/cls/
Barb ABA calendar and poster orders to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Sally 
  Westbury 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  Sent: Friday, October 18, 2002 4:30 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] raynaud's 
  disease
  
  
  What wisdom out there 
  about Raynaud’s disease? Any wonderful advise.
   
  In peace and 
  joy
   
  Sally 
  Westbury

Re: [ozmidwifery] raynaud's disease

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Thanks for the plug!
 
Love, Barb
Barb Glare

Re: [ozmidwifery] educating the community

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

I just did the crash course on TV advertising, helping to  organise "The
Boss" ads for ABA.  Having no money to work with, we had to do the old
"loaves and fishes" trick and get in happening at a minimal cost.   I, too
think Nic and Vicki's "In union" would make a terrific basis for an ad.
Makes me cry every time.  I can help with costs and contacts.

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] breastfeeding web site

[barbara glare & chris bright]

www.bfmed.org

Dear Julia, is this what you were looking for?

Love, Barb

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[ozmidwifery] Sheila Kitzinger in Australia

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Just wanted to let you know that Sheila Kitzinger will be touring Australia
next Feb on behalf of the National Association of Childbirth Educators
(Sydney) and The Australian Breastfeeding Association (Melbourne and
Adelaide)
To full programs and registration forms go to
http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/products/happen.html
( Australian Breastfeeding Association)

or
www.nace.org.au (NACE)

Love, Barb
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Sheila Kitzinger in Australia

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Jo,

Well, we couldn't do Sheila Kitzinger in QLD, but she's speaking in Adelaide
on March 1st..and our own Pinky McKay is on the same program, so a
seminar not to be missed. (better than sting!)

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Sheila Kitzinger in Australia

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Denise,

Sheila will be speaking for the National Association of childbirth Educators
in Sydney for their Annual Conference.  For information about that, see the
NACE website at
www.nace.org.au

You won't miss out!

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Sheila Kitzinger in Australia

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Denise,

Sheila will be speaking for the National Association of childbirth Educators
in Sydney for their Annual Conference.  For information about that, see the
NACE website at
www.nace.org.au

You won't miss out!

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] New Magazine - Natural Parenting

[barbara glare & chris bright]

I subscribed to it to, and got my first copy 
yesterday.  It was fabulous.  And I recognised quite a few ozmidders 
in it
 
Love, Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Debby 
  M 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, December 18, 2002 12:12 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] New Magazine - 
  Natural Parenting
  
  
  Hi Ladies,
   
  I have just received my copy of Susan Stark's new magazine called Natural 
  Parenting.  It is an excellent read and promotes natural and self reliant 
  approaches to pregnancy, birth and child rearing.  There is also an 
  article in the first one about NMAP and the push for the introduction of more 
  widely supported midwifery services.
   
  If you want more info about it Sue has set up a website at www.naturalparenting.com.au.
   
  She is also looking for submissions.  Myself and a midwife friend 
  are going to be sending in some articles about birth interventions based on 
  evidence based medicine so the readers of the magazine at least have some 
  opportunity to make a truely informed choice - but if any of the rest of you 
  have a particular interest area that you would like to write about with an aim 
  to provide mums and mums to be with information and advice then send your 
  manuscript to Sue - [EMAIL PROTECTED]
   
  This magazine is a refreashing alternative to the ones currently 
  available I really hope it takes off.
   
  Debby
  
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Giving up BF

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
Another sad story...  My grandma noticed me 
feeding my 2yr old and commented.  I asked if she'd breastfed any of her 
children 7 children (born in the 40's and 50's.)  She said she had 
breastfed each of them til they were 4mnths old, when the doctor told her her 
milk had no goodness in it and she would have to give her baby something 
else.  They lived 25 miles out of town.  They went into town and 
bought cases of carnation milk on the doctor's advice, as they only went to town 
a few times a year.  That baby died of influenza 6 weeks after she was 
weaned.  "We had so much carnation milk left over" grandma 
said.
 
Love, Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Judy 
  Chapman 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Friday, January 03, 2003 7:22 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] Giving up BF
  
  
  
  In 1973 my Dr also told me to give up breast feeding at 5 
  months because I was run down and could not cope very well. Probably PND. 
  Being totally uneducated and believing that the Dr knows right and that I did 
  not have enough milk (breasts were so soft and the baby was unsetteled) I did 
  what he said and have regretted it ever since. He would not even let me wean. 
  Spent my 21st birthday so sick and sore with fevers and sore breasts till they 
  setteled down. Cheers for the new year
  Judy
  
  
  
  From: "Pinky McKay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
  Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] controlled parenting 
  Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2003 10:26:05 +1100 
  
  Thanks for the grin,Lynne!! 
  My Doctors opinion that the goodness was gone at 3months is still 
  alive and well - my neighbours daughter was told by the same doctor to wean as 
  the baby was taking too much out of her (the mum was tired - bub 5 months 
  old). 
  
  I also lost weight after babies and used to be told "its taking too 
  much out of you- I would reply (with a vague expression) "mostly just milk". 
  
  Pinky 
  - Original Message - 
  From: Lynne Staff 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  Sent: Thursday, January 02, 2003 9:03 AM 
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] controlled parenting 
  
  
  My GP as recently as 1991 told me to stop breastfeeding my then 5 
  month old son, because he was "sucking the goodness out of you" (I lose weight 
  very quickly after birth), and "besides, it isn't doing him any good now - he 
  needs more than your milk". During the pregnancy, at about 7 months, he 
  advised me to begin preparing my nipples with methylated spirits and a nail 
  brush. I sat there very calmly, and asked him if he would consider doing this 
  to his scrotum..he was a little non-plussed to say the least. I explained 
  to him that my nipples were just fine, they had fed two babies before, and 
  they happened to be made of very sensitive tissue, as I was sure his scrotum 
  was and I could not imagine inflicting this form of torture on myself, nor he 
  on himself. 
  Unbelieveable.. 
  
  
  - Original Message - 
  From: Darren Sunn 
  To: ozmidwifery 
  Sent: Thursday, January 02, 2003 7:23 AM 
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] controlled parenting 
  
  
  Pinky, 
  
  Well I thought it would be good to give you an up date on my friend 
  who "was" practising "controlled crying", and am pleased to announce that she 
  has almost completely ceased this ... 
  
  We gave her a copy of your books and she said that she read them 
  but I'm not completely convinced that she actually "read" them. 
  
  
  
  On another front, she was told by her parents, husband, in-laws, 
  relatives, and some friends that 'controlled crying' was the NORM! 
  
  So you can understand that she believed that this was the correct 
  decision. 
  
  
  
  It's a pity that such a majority of our society seems to favour 
  these ideas of parenting. 
  
  
  
  In regards to breastfeeding: 
  
  
  
  Recently her mother in-law remarked " You do know that there is No 
  goodness in breast milk after 3 months!".To which her husband stepped in and 
  said, "She only continues due to the comfort-factor!" 
  
  
  
  When our friend was telling my wife and I this story our jaws 
  dropped to the floor and I guess she detected our concern and attempted to 
  soften the situation by adding " Well I was formula fed and there's nothing 
  wrong with me!" 
  
  I bit my tongue while my partner couldn't help herself and began to 
  calmly explain the benefits of breastfeeding. 
  
  
  
  I'm glad to say that at least the swing is going towards the 
  acceptance of breastfeeding and not away from it. It may take some time but if 
  we all make an effort to support mothers and families then we will all benefit 
  in the end. 
  
  
  
  Darren 
  
  
  
  
  
  
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[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: Birth and Beyond

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Just a reminader that the Australian Breastfeeding Association's seminar
"Breastfeeding: Birth and Beyond" featuring Sheila Kitzinger as keynote
speaker will be held at the Carlton Crest Hotel on Feb 27th 2003.  Early
Bird Registrations ($110) close of Friday Jan 10th.  You can download the
registration forms from http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/products/happen.html
or e-mail me to post you a copy of the registration form.
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
It may well be the last time Sheila visits Australia.  There are some other
great speakers on the program - Dr Mary Smale and Fiona Dykes from the UK,
Donna Ramsay, Pinky McKay and Jenni James.

The seminar will also be held in Adelaide on March 1st with a slightly
different line-up of speakers.

Love, Barb

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[ozmidwifery] Mother friendly hospital accreditation

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Can some-one point me in the direction of the Mother Friendly Hospital
program in Australia?

Love,
Barb

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[ozmidwifery] On the radio/sleep

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

I was listening to the local radio today.  A lovely midwife (anyone we know)
spoke about how, at the hospital she works at, they encourage mothers to
sleep with their babies.  But then at the end she mentioned a friend of hers
sleeps with their 5 year old, and that was taking it a bit far.  The radio
announcer made great sport of how ridiculous that was, and what it must do
to the parents sex life.

Every ounce of my being wanted to ring and exclaim "What?  You only have sex
at night?  In bed!" But I was driving and had no mobile...

But a good plug for babies being tucked up with their mums in hospital, and
how that was settleing for the babies, and easier for mums

Love, Barb

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[ozmidwifery] NACE Conference

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Just wanted to put in a plug for the NACE conference in Sydney on Feb
21st-23rd.

There are still registrations available.  There's a great line-up of
speakers including Sheila Kitzinger (and it may well be Sheila's last trip
to Australia) Susan Maushart, Julie McCrossin, and Andrea Robertson

The web-page is http://www.nace.org.au/
And the toll free number is 1800 814 611 (it is suggested you use this
number if you are trying to register.)

Love, Barb

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[ozmidwifery] childbirth classes

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

I was wondering.do health insurers reimburse parents for attending
private childbirth education classes?  If so, does anyone know which
funds/which level of coverage?

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] midwife needed

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Leigh,
 
I know Mary Ewan in Port Fairy has said to me that 
she would be available to do a home birth in the area if required.
 
Love, Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
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  pettingill 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2003 8:25 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] midwife 
  needed
  
  Is there a midwife able to come to Portland, VIC 
  to assist lady with 3rd birth, due early August. Email if able to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]  Cheers, 
  Leigh Pettingill

[ozmidwifery] Morning tea with Sheila Kitzinger

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

ABA and Readings Books and Music will be hosting a "morning tea" with Sheila
Kitzinger on Wed Feb 26th at 11am at Gasworks Park, Graham St Port
Melbourne.  The cost is $7.50 per adult.  This is a child-friendly event,
and children are free of charge.
The Breastfeeding, Birth and Beyond Seminar has been extremely popular.  The
morning tea is a fabulous opportunity for ABA members and counsellors to
meet more informally with Sheila.  Sheila's books and a range of others will
be available for purchase on the day, or you can bring your old and much
loved copy for her to sign.
To assist with planning, it would be great if you could book with Readings
in Port Melbourne.  The number is (03)9681 9255

Please feel free to distribute this on other lists.  Still spaces available
for the Sheila Seminar in Melbourne on March 1st see
www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Morning tea with Sheila Kitzinger

[barbara glare & chris bright]

 Hi, I'm re-sending.  The seminar on March 1st is in Adelaide!

Love, Barb

> ABA and Readings Books and Music will be hosting a "morning tea" with
Sheila
> Kitzinger on Wed Feb 26th at 11am at Gasworks Park, Graham St Port
> Melbourne.  The cost is $7.50 per adult.  This is a child-friendly event,
> and children are free of charge.
> The Breastfeeding, Birth and Beyond Seminar has been extremely popular.
The
> morning tea is a fabulous opportunity for ABA members and counsellors to
> meet more informally with Sheila.  Sheila's books and a range of others
will
> be available for purchase on the day, or you can bring your old and much
> loved copy for her to sign.
> To assist with planning, it would be great if you could book with Readings
> in Port Melbourne.  The number is (03)9681 9255
>
> Please feel free to distribute this on other lists.  Still spaces
available
> for the Sheila Seminar in Adelaide on March 1st see
> www.breastfeeding.asn.au
>

- Original Message -
From: "Pinky McKay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2003 10:37 PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Morning tea with Sheila Kitzinger


Hi Barb,
Dont you mean - still places in ADELAIDE on March 1st
seeya there
Pinky

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From: " barbara glare & chris bright" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Ozmidwifery" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Thursday, February 20, 2003 9:47 AM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Morning tea with Sheila Kitzinger


> Hi,
>
> ABA and Readings Books and Music will be hosting a "morning tea" with
Sheila
> Kitzinger on Wed Feb 26th at 11am at Gasworks Park, Graham St Port
> Melbourne.  The cost is $7.50 per adult.  This is a child-friendly event,
> and children are free of charge.
> The Breastfeeding, Birth and Beyond Seminar has been extremely popular.
The
> morning tea is a fabulous opportunity for ABA members and counsellors to
> meet more informally with Sheila.  Sheila's books and a range of others
will
> be available for purchase on the day, or you can bring your old and much
> loved copy for her to sign.
> To assist with planning, it would be great if you could book with Readings
> in Port Melbourne.  The number is (03)9681 9255
>
> Please feel free to distribute this on other lists.  Still spaces
available
> for the Sheila Seminar in Melbourne on March 1st see
> www.breastfeeding.asn.au
>
> Love, Barb
>
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Today in Parliament...

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Andrea Porteous is a wonderful counsellor with The 
Australian Breastfeeding Association.  She was plucked from the 
Breastfeeding: Birth and Beyond seminar to do the PR thing.  Apparently the 
officials at parliament house were very nervous and said "are you intending to 
feed that baby in there?"  She replied that she most certainly was.  
In fact her baby already was, but they didn't even notice.
 
Love, Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Judy Giesaitis 
  To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' 
  
  Sent: Monday, March 03, 2003 9:47 
AM
  Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Today in 
  Parliament...
  
  sorry, wasn't her Judy
  
-Original Message-From: Graham & Helen 
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Saturday, 1 March 2003 3:45 
PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: 
Re: [ozmidwifery] Today in Parliament...
Judy
 
Just read an article in the Sun Herald about a 
woman called Andrea Porteous being told to leave the visitor's gallery for 
breastfeeding a 10 month old (Jacqui).   Just wondering if that 
was your daughter and if so, would love to hear her version of the 
events.
 
Cheers
 
Helen

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Judy Giesaitis 
  To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2003 
  2:01 PM
  Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Today in 
  Parliament...
  
  I have just emailed my daughter, asking her to go and b/f both the 
  3 year old and the 9mth old in the visitors gallery 
  Judy
  
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Wednesday, 26 February 
2003 4:18 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: 
Re: [ozmidwifery] Today in Parliament...In a message dated 26/02/03 4:04:22 PM AUS Eastern 
Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
New member for Victoria Kirsty Marshall, ( ex-aerial 
  skier) was kicked outof Question Time with her 11 day old baby 
  because she commencedbreastfeeding during the session. Her baby 
  was with her because Grandma whowas supposed to be babysitting had 
  temporarily gone missingThe reason given for her removal was 
  twofold, apparently;1) no strangers are allowed during 
  Question Time.2) no eating or drinking is allowed during Question 
  Time.Oh my...Robin.Hi all if this is so.then THIS IS A TOTAL 
DISGRACE!!Perhaps we need to get the ABA on side and hold a 
breastfeeding demonstration/rally on the steps of parliment just to 
again highlight the negativity and discrimination mothers in our 
community and workplaces sufferthe govt should be setting the 
example here for work places in supporting women to BF their 
babes...yours in breastfeedingTina 
Pettigrew.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Favourite Breast

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Denise and Sandy,
 
The Australian Breastfeeding Association has a 
great discussion board now.  Go to www.breastfeeding.asn.au and follow 
the links to the discussion boards. You could post your story and get responses 
from other mums.  It makes very interesting reading.
 
Personal anecdote  I have one milky breast and 
one dryer breast.  My first prefered the milky breast and by 10 months 
weaned from the dryer breast.  He kept feeding from the milky 
breast til he was four.  I can't really see any difference between 
them, but one feels fuller and bigger than the other.  My other two 
children never minded, and kept feeding from both breasts, though one has always 
seemed milkier than the other.  
 
I went back to work when my first was 6 wks 
old.  I quickly realised that if I needed to express milk in a hurry I 
should go with the milky one, and forget the dry one - it took too 
long.
 
 Also, I've had a lot of success with colicky 
babies going to a chiropractor.  One baby hated being fed by either breast 
or bottle, and more so on one side.  Unfortunately the father didn't want 
the baby to go to a chiropractor.  Breastfeeding became too difficult and 
stopped.  The baby still hates feeding, so finally mum took babe to 
chiropractor.  The mum had had a very quick, natural first birth.  The 
chiropractor realigned the baby's back, and mum feels baby is much happier and 
enjoying feeding much more
 
Love, Barb
 

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Denise Hynd 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2003 4:05 
  AM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Favourite 
  Breast
  
  Dear Sandy 
  I am not sure if you are aware there are several 
  cultures where women chose to only feed on one side..
  I worked in PNG many years ago where this was 
  common and from memory I remember taking note that between babies - women only 
  looked lop sided if it was between third fourth or more babies.
   
  Babies feeding from only one side in our culture 
  happens a fair bit judging by replies to a question about it many years ago 
  and women's comments to me over years of BF assistance.
  Yes a woman may be lopsided when milk is "in" but 
  this can go away when you stop breastfeeding.
  I think if you did a poll many on this list would admit to being lop 
  sided with-out breastfeeding or regardless of how they fed their 
  baby(ies).
   
  Anyway I am saying it may go away on weaning!
  Meanwhile you could express that side and cup feed!Also I do 
  not know if you can do a search of old NMAA newsletters and clean ideas from 
  the issue where the members sent in their ideas??
  Go to NMAA web site and ask and can some one forward this question to a 
  breastfeeding list??Denise
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Sandy 
Cochrane 
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 

Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2003 5:56 
AM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Favourite 
Breast

Dear all,
Would love some ideas on how to help with a 
babe who has a distinct preference for one breast over the other. The little 
one is four and a bit months old and attaches and draws beautifully, just 
has a favourite breast, which makes Mummy a little lop sided (at least 
2 cup sizes bigger!).  Mum has tried different positions, feeding from 
the less popular side first etc, but babe will just play around not feeding, 
and then demand a feed again in half an hours time.  And if not 
offered the favoured breast will play at the breast again.  Any 
ideas?  Thanks, Sandy.

Re: [ozmidwifery] Homebirth experiences with Mec liquor

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
I had my darling at home 5 years ago.  I 
*freaked* when my waters broke (panic induced by the policies at the birth 
centre where I had my first 2 sons) and they were dark green with 
meconium.  I asked my midwife what we should do now.  She calmly 
replied *birth your baby*  Which I did.  No suctioning, 
perfect.
 
Love, 
Barb

Re: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Pinky,

I'm still breastfeeding Cassie who is 5 and a half.  You could interview
her!  She speaks quite eloquently about breastfeeding and breastmilk.  I
could easily set you up with a few longer term breastfeeders for interviews,
and have some great photos of toddlers breastfeeding.

Love, Barb
ABAPoster and Calendar orders [EMAIL PROTECTED]

- Original Message -
From: "Neretlis, Bethany" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 11:08 PM
Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep


pinky, i have fed both my girls for 2 years each. unfortunately, i ceased
feeding 10 months ago.
i am also a midwife. if there is any way i can help you with any
breastfeeding articles, please leet me know.
bethany

-Original Message-
From: Pinky McKay [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, 24 June 2003 19:51
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep


Yeah - how about "Extending the Breast" -reckon they'd cop that? (Im sure
there has to be an "angle" -??soft and round - squished between grasping
little fingers?)

Any current long term breastfeeders (with a nursing toddler 1 to 2 years old
right now) willing to be interviewed?
Ill check with Mara (the ed) -I bet they havent done one about THAT in the
recent (or distant) past.
Pinky.
- Original Message -
From: "Cheryl LHK" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 5:38 PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep


> And Pinky ... you do a great job in your little bit in the mag.
>
> Having been a subscriber for several years now, it both informs and
astounds
> me some of the articles that are written.  We are getting back to some
> common-sense mothering with your advice.
>
> They have (for years) been running a pregnancy diary where they follow
> through three different women from conception to birth;  several ladies
over
> the years have wanted home birth, but not many have been sucessful.  I
think
> the last one ended up FTP and C/S.
>
> Keep up the good writing, are you doing one on the benefits of
> breast-feeding soon??
>
> Cheryl
>
>
>
>
> >From: "Pinky McKay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> >To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep
> >Date: Tue, 24 Jun 2003 09:28:19 +1000
> >
> >BTW -= my column in the current issue(June) of Practical Parenting is I
> >Failed Sleep School -and the one just about to come out (July) is called
> >"Joined at The Hip"  -about Velcro babies and why carrying is good for
> >babies. August is co-sleeping. I only get 500 words so its a tame
approach
> >(or I mightnt get it past) but the seeds are sown.
> >
> >The July issue (due out next week, I think) has an article about 3 breech
> >births that WERENT caesarean -and also an article about episiotomies that
I
> >havent read yet -may be worth some letters to the ed on these ones.
> >Pinky
> >   - Original Message -
> >   From: Jaqueline Marwick
> >   To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> >   Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 12:53 AM
> >   Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep
> >
> >
> >   I must agree with Pinky as well
> >   And I call it the CIO method, the old name which is really CRY IT OUT.
> >Now they call it "controlled crying" so it sounds a bit less cruel. This
is
> >in fact the old CRY IT OUT method, which means parents are told to let
> >their babies cry , cry, cry until there are no more tears and so they
sleep
> >very tired from a very stressful cry, and probably thinking it makes no
> >difference to cry or not, since mum and dad won't come to comfort them
> >anyway.  Sad.
> >   I went to this website (sleep baby sleep) and looked on their forum,
and
> >there it was: BINGO!  Someone mentioned NGALA , an organisation in WA
that
> >promotes this CIO method for babies and also preaches that we should cut
> >the night feeds and even avoid eye contact with the baby during the night
> >(in case they wake up)amongst other pretty full on evil ways. Sad.
> >   And the worst thing is that these people have plenty of room in the
> >media, I always hear them talking on the radio as "specialists" or
"experts
> >in sleep methods", "experts in parenting"
> >   And they do have an audience!
> >   May God have mercy on them!  What sort of child-parent relationship
are
> >these people creating by establishing that pattern?
> >   Jackie
> >
> > -Original Message-
> > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> >[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Pinky McKay
> > Sent: Monday, 23 June 2003 2:17 PM
> > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> > Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep
> >
> >
> > I think you are right Marilyn - did anyone see Saturdays Age -re 25
> >year olds and the stress these women are under - career/ study etc -not
at
> >all about mothers, but add mothering, especially with unrealistic
> >expectations, to this scenario and it would all be a slippery downhill
> >slide.
> >
> > I have several friends at the grandmot

Re: [ozmidwifery] Sleep Baby Sleep

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Megan,

I tandem fed Zac (now 10) and Daniel (now 8)  Although Zac and Daniel are 2
years apart, they share the same birthday.  Zac was always a very sucky
baby, and fed every 1- 11/2 hrs as a baby.  When my milk supply diminished
during my pregnancy he kept on going.  And got a pleasant surprise when
there was a bountiful supply of milk when Daniel was born.  Zac, on his
second birthday, assisted us at Daniel's birth centre birth.  Rubbed my
back, gave me drinks and wasn't at all perturbed by labour and his brother's
birth.  They happily shared their titty.  Zac was relegated to *his* side.
Daniel, the baby, had his own side, plus whatever was left over.  Daniel
grew slowly outside the womb, and my milk supply was questioned by the
experts, and weaning Zac was encouraged..  But, I think it was his growth
pattern rather than any lack of milk.  His wet and dirty nappies told us he
was getting plenty.  I can certainly vouch for the value of a toddler for
draining an engorged breast.
The only down side was that when Zac weaned (with encouragement, and the
bribe of a light sabre) at 4.2 yrs, Daniel weaned shortly after.  Daniel
thinks of himself as the very independent one in the family.  Proudly
telling people that he weaned at a very young age, only 2 and a half!
Zac and Daniel have always been the best of friends, always happy to share
their belongings.  And of course, I put it down to their tandem feeding
experience!

Love, Barb

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Re: [ozmidwifery] my little contribution...

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Fabulous work, Tania.  Good on 
you.
Love, Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 10, Daniel 8 and Cassie, 5ABA Poster and 
Calendar orders [EMAIL PROTECTED]

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Lois 
  Wattis 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2003 9:23 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] my little 
  contribution...
  
  Congratulations Tania - well done.  Love 
  Lois
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Tom, Tania and 
Sam Smallwood 
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 

Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2003 2:22 
PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] my little 
contribution...

Just had to share, I got my 2 cents worth in on Adelaide 
radio today - they had a segment called can of worms, and the topic was 
about when to stop breastfeeding.  You can imagine some of the ill 
informed and downright brainless caller responses they had (mostly 
blokes).  So I rang up and let them know about the benefits of long 
term breastfeeding, for babies and Mum's too, and commented on our sick 
society and our inability to see that the most natural healthy thing is not 
rude or 'off'.  I got on the air, and I think they were so dumfounded 
they had found someone who actually breastfed for a lengthy period of time, 
they just let me talk!  And to top it off, I won a prize for best 
caller!  WOW!!!
 
Cheers 
 
Tania

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: Healthy children, families, communities

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

 Hi,
 
The Breastfeeding, Healthy children, families, communities 
is on next week.  There are still places available (though not many in 
sydney - get in quick)  It's shaping up to be a great 
seminar
Barb
Breastfeeding.
Healthy children, 
families and communities
 

To Register Go to
http://www.lrc.asn.au/seminars/index.php
 

Date
Wednesday 
16 March 2005 
– Adelaide 
(4.5 
L CERPs, 1 R CERPs)
Thursday 
17 March 2005 
– Sydney (4.5 
L CERPs, 1 R CERPs)
Thursday 
17 March 2005 
– Canberra 
(1.75 
CERPs, 1.5 R CERPs)
Friday 
18 March 2005 
– Melbourne (5.24 
L CERPs, 0.25 R CERPs)
Saturday 
19 March 2005 
– Brisbane (4.5 
L CERPs, 1 R CERPs)
 
Time
9am 
to 4pm
Canberra 
– 5.30pm 
– 9.30pm
 
Program
(For 
full programs go to www.lrc.asn.au 
)
 
Dr Wendy Brodribb
Breast disease - what is the impact on 
breastfeeding?
 
Athena Sheehan
Exploring infant feeding decisions in the first 6 weeks post 
birth
 
Professor Karen Simmer
Controversies surrounding the protective effects of breastfeeding on 
obesity & allergy
 
Rodney Whyte
Drugs and breastfeeding
 
Dr Jeanine Young
Sleeping practices and the risk of sudden infant death syndrome: 
dispelling the myths
 
Dr Martein Snellen
Sex and intimacy after childbirth
 
Denise 
Fisher (Canberra 
only)
Falling in love – the chemistry of the first 
breastfeed
 
Dr 
Karleen Gribble 
(Melbourne 
Only)
Adoptive Breastfeeding and 
Relactation
 
Lil 
Deverell 
– ( 
Melbourne 
only)
Learning to Breastfeed
Cost
$140 
or $130 for ABA/LRC 
subscribers
Registration
Register online at http://www.lrc.asn.au/seminars/index.php
 
 
 
 

Re: [ozmidwifery] big baby

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

Is 4kg that big?  My last little homebirthed darling was 4kg born.  I was
*so* proud.  I knew she was big, plump and gorgeous by just looking at her.
I wanted her weighed straight away so I could brag about how well I'd grown
her and birthed her.  Thankfully my wise midwives reassured me that she
would be just as big in a few days when they weighed her - I didn't have to
dirupt the first day by doing that.

Love, Barb

- Original Message -
From: "Jenny Cameron" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: 
Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2005 12:12 AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] big baby


> Hello Belinda
> Down Syndrome infants are usually smaller than average. If both she & her
> husband are tall a 4kg+ baby would not be considered unusual. AFP is
> affected by many factors and a woman's weight is one factor. This site
might
> be useful as it states that most elevated maternal AFP levels have no
> identified cause.
>
http://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=2&org_id=92&gsec_id=2016&sec_id=2016
&item_id=2045
>
>
>   High Risk Obstetrics
>Print this page
>
>
>
>   Elevated Maternal Serum Alpha Feto Protein
> Description
>
>
>   a.. Alpha fetoprotein (AFP) is a protein made by the fetal
liver.
> If there is a break in the skin of the fetus due to a birth defect, it is
> found in very high levels in the amniotic cavity.
>   b.. AFP also crosses the placenta and goes into the mothers
blood
> stream.
>   c.. Women are tested during pregnancy to determine how much AFP
is
> in their blood.
>   d.. The level of AFP in a woman’s blood increases as pregnancy
> progresses.
>   e.. To determine if a woman has a normal amount of AFP in her
> blood, it is important to know the gestational age of the pregnancy.
>   f.. High amounts of AFP in the blood may indicate a birth defect
> in the fetus which has caused a break in the skin.
>   g.. Several birth defects are associated with increased amounts
of
> AFP in the maternal blood stream:
>   h.. Neural tube defects
>
> a.. Neural tube defects are a family of conditions including
> spina bifida and anencephaly.
> b.. Spina Bifida occurs when there is an opening in the bony
> part of the spine, causing the spinal cord to be exposed.
>
>   a.. The severity of Spina Bifida depends on where the
defects
> is in the spine, and how big it is. They can range from conditions that
are
> very mild with very little effect to very severe conditions all depending
on
> the size and location of an opening in the spine.
>   b.. Small defects low in the spine may have little impact on
a
> child’s life.
>   c.. Children with large defects may not be able to walk, or
> control their bowels and bladder. Some of these children have problems
from
> fluid build up in their brains (hydrocephaly).
>   d.. Surgery is almost always needed to close the opening in
> the spinal cord.
>
> c.. Anencephaly is a lethal condition where the top of the
skull
> did not close over the brain and the brain did not develop.
>
>   a.. There are no survivors of anencephaly.
>   b.. These fetuses lack most of the brain
>
> d.. There is an increased risk of chromosome abnormalities in
> fetuses with neural tube defects.
> e.. Other birth defects may also be present with neural tube
> defects.
>
>   i.. Gastroschesis is a defect in the skin that covers the
abdomen.
> Bowel comes out of the defect and sits in the amniotic cavity. There are
> usually no other birth defects found.
>
> a.. Fetuses with gastroschesis often have problems with proper
> growth(IUGR). This may neccessitate delivery of a baby early (preterm).
> b.. These children need repair of the defect immediately after
> delivery.
> c.. In 90% of cases, children survive without any problems.
>
>   j.. There may be other less common birth defects that may cause
> elevated maternal AFP.
>
> Impact on Pregnancy
>
>
>   a.. Elevated maternal serum AFP may cause anxiety in parents.
>   b.. The first step in evaluating elevated maternal serum AFP is
an
> ultrasound
>   c.. The ultrasound will determine if the gestational age of the
> fetus is correct.
>   d.. The ultrasound will also look for evidence of birth defects.
>
> a.. Less than 5% of fetuses will have a birth defect.
>
>   e.. An amniocentesis is often offered to women to determine if
the
> level of AFP is also increased in the amniotic fluid.
>
> a.. If the amniotic fluid AFP is normal, there is very little
> risk of the birth defects described above.
> b.. If the amniotic fluid AFP is high, a birth defect is very
> likely. Further ultrasound evaluation will be performed.
>
>   f.. Most cases with elevated maternal AFP have no identified
> cause.
>   g.. T

[ozmidwifery] Royal Birth

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Now this is something.  Taken from Lactnet 
with the author's permission
Just had to send this one and I am positive the mother is breastfeeding 
somaybe it is on topic after all.I am not a royalist, but I could become 
one if this keeps up.  Yesterday thedaughter of the Norwegian king gave 
birth to her second child, barely twoyears after her first child was born at 
the National Hospital, followingapproximately 6 hours of labor during which 
she used acupuncture for painrelief.  I was speaking at a conference in 
the US that day, and there wasenthusiastic applause from the audience when I 
told how princesses here havetheir babies.This time, Martha Louise, 
who is a trained and licensed physiotherapist,chose to give birth at home, 
thus avoiding the problems of pesky tabloidjournalists swarming the 
corridors of the maternity ward, trying to disguisethemselves as employees 
or whatever such people resort to of tricks to bringthe world such vital 
news as the color and consistency of the first royaldiaper, or how many 
stitches the royal perineum required.  It was also afavor to the other 
women whose local hospital happens to be the NationalHospital because staff 
there will not be fielding ridiculous inquiries fromthe press, and will have 
more time to give them the care they need.Actually, Martha was at her 
vacation home, referred to as a 'cabin', at anidyllic spot on the shore of 
the Oslofjord.  'It was a home birth which wentnormally,' was the only 
information we got, besides the time, weight, lengthand name of the little 
girl, who is fifth in line for the throne, if westill have one by the time 
she is of age. :-)Rachel MyrKristiansand, Norway
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
and Guan 2Counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupABA/MD Director[EMAIL PROTECTED]www.mothersdirect.com.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] Can anyone answer some questions from an English Student Midwife?

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Greg?  Yes, I believe he is.
From a mum whose 2 yr old is going through that 
stage.  The wiggles video played overand over.and over.and 
over
I've had 12 years of the wiggles.  I deserve a 
leave pass!
 
Barb

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding The Natural State

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Not long to go until the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association's International Conference.  Already we have more than 500 
registrants, but there's roon for plenty more.
 
We also have some space available for trade 
displays.  The prices are extremely reasonable  The sponsorship 
prospectus can be downloaded from www.cdesign.com.au/aba2005.The 3 day Conference program includes many well 
known and world renownedspeakers - Dr James McKenna, Dr Brian Palmer, Prof 
Peter Hartmann, Sue Coxand Prof Heather Jeffery, Nancy MoorbacherDay 1 - 
Natural State - focuses on how babies and breasts are meant to be,their 
unique anatomical and physiological qualities, and the role we play 
inensuring they get together for their mutual benefit.Day 2 - Stormy 
Weather - has the scientification of breastfeeding made itmore difficult 
than what it is? Have we created conflict between instinctand expert?Day 
3 -Cultural Perspectives - explores how cultural variations 
influencebreastfeeding knowledge and practice.The provisional 
program has now been uploaded on the website and can beaccessed at www.cdesign.com.au/aba2005.

Re: [ozmidwifery] BF video

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
I have to add my cute toddler BF story.  Last 
night I was invited to a meeting with a senator.  Had to take the 
contingent - dh working away.  Guan, 2.5 pipes up "Titty, mum, I want 
titty"  I had to oblige.  After I finished I pulled down my top, and 
got a "mum, put your bra on properly" 
She's Chinese, and I'm Anglo.  It's always 
interesting to see people rearranging their faces so as not to notice an adopted 
child breastfeeding.
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Judy 
  Chapman 
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2005 5:35 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] BF video
  
  I have just been sent a hilarious video (2MB). Mum doing a yoga 
  handstand, baby crawling and knows where the good stuff comes from... Need I 
  say more. 
  What a laugh.
  On a par with one of my bellydance mates who is still BF a 2 yr old. 10 
  min prior to performance it was a loud "Titta, Mum, Titta" and when side one 
  was finished "Other side Mum, other side". 
  God love 'em.
  Cheers
  Judy
  
  
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Re: [ozmidwifery] BF video

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Certainly
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 
 
barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Vedrana 
  Valčić 
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2005 6:59 
  PM
  Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] BF video
  
  
  Barb, can I mail you 
  off the list about breastfeeding an adopted 
child?
   
  Vedrana
   
  
  
  
  
  From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Barbara Glare & Chris 
  BrightSent: Thursday, August 
  25, 2005 10:50 AMTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: Re: [ozmidwifery] BF 
  video
   
  
  Hi,
  
   
  
  I have to add my cute toddler BF 
  story.  Last night I was invited to a meeting with a senator.  Had 
  to take the contingent - dh working away.  Guan, 2.5 pipes up "Titty, 
  mum, I want titty"  I had to oblige.  After I finished I pulled down 
  my top, and got a "mum, put your bra on properly" 
  
  
  She's Chinese, and I'm 
  Anglo.  It's always interesting to see people rearranging their faces so 
  as not to notice an adopted child 
  breastfeeding.
  
   
  
  Barb
  

- Original Message - 


From: Judy 
Chapman 

To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 


Sent: 
Thursday, August 25, 2005 5:35 PM

Subject: 
[ozmidwifery] BF video

 

I have just been sent a hilarious video (2MB). 
Mum doing a yoga handstand, baby crawling and knows where the good stuff 
comes from... Need I say more. 

What a laugh.

On a par with one of my bellydance mates who is 
still BF a 2 yr old. 10 min prior to performance it was a loud "Titta, Mum, 
Titta" and when side one was finished "Other side Mum, other side". 


God love 'em.

Cheers

Judy



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[ozmidwifery] Aboriginal Art prints

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Just wanted to let you know about some very special 
art prints the Australian Breastfeeding Association  is selling at the 
moment.  They are prints of Aboriginal mothers and babies, some 
breastfeeding and some not.  They are a limited edition fundraiser for 
ABA.  Each print has been numbered and signed by the artist, Trypheyna 
McShane.  (There are 100 of each print - 8 differet prints)  You can 
see them at http://www.lrc.asn.au/users/sales/category29_2.htm
 
They are $44 each, unframed, and we can have them 
matted and framed for a total cost of $125.00 plus postage.
 
Warm Regards,
Barb Glare 
Director, Australian Breastfeeding 
Association
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 

Re: [ozmidwifery] pelvic floor / incontinence

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
this is just complete trivia, but a while ago one 
of the womens mags had an interview with Martina Navratalova (now I'm sure I 
completely masaquered that, but you know, the tennis player)  At 48 she 
still plays international tennis, but has to go to the toilet btwn every set - 
no control.
 
That can't be childbirth
 
Barb
 

Re: [ozmidwifery] pelvic floor / incontinence

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Scarily, I used to be an English 
teacher.
But should make note to self, don't send anything 
late at night, after brain is switched off
 
:)
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Fiona 
  Rumble 
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2005 5:49 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] pelvic floor / 
  incontinence
  
   
  It's Navratalova.You also masaquered 
  massacre! Did you know you can have spell check on email. Helps us keep a 
  professional image when sending letters to the press etc? Just a friendly 
  suggestion. Cheers,
  Regards Fiona Rumble
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
    Barbara 
    Glare & Chris Bright 
To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 

Sent: Monday, August 29, 2005 10:51 
PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] pelvic floor 
/ incontinence

Hi,
 
this is just complete trivia, but a while ago 
one of the womens mags had an interview with Martina Navratalova (now I'm 
sure I completely masaquered that, but you know, the tennis player)  At 
48 she still plays international tennis, but has to go to the toilet btwn 
every set - no control.
 
That can't be childbirth
 
Barb
 

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding and postnatal depression

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
The Australian Breastfeeding Association in 
conjunction with PANDA are writing a booklet on postnatal depression and 
breastfeeding.
 
If you have any experiences, personal or 
professional that you would like to share, please e-mail Belinda

[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 
Include a statement that you agree to the use of your story or part their 
of in the Breastfeeding and Postnatal Depression booklet
 
Warm  Regards
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
& Guan 2Counsellor, Warrnambool Vic[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding AssociationMothers Directwww.mothersdirect.com.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] baby poo

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
If the baby is gaining weight well, feeding wel and 
is happy and content (to the extent normal for a baby!)  does it 
matter?
 
Stay tuned for the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association's "poo chart"  Baby poo revealed.  It is a full colour 
sheet with information ic photos of nappies on one side and easy to read info 
about breastfeeding on the other.
 
It's available in tear off sheets (!) pads of 100 @ 
$15
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Mary 
  Murphy 
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2005 8:19 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] baby poo
  
  
  Hi all.  An enquiry from a 
  mother of a 3 week old baby re the colour of baby’s poo.  Baby has never 
  had yellow “breast milk “ poos.  He has always had greeny brown poo, a 
  good one every day, the same consistency of newborn yellow poo, but just never 
  yellow.  He  breast feeds frequently, seems content after feeds, has 
  lots of wet nappies.  Any suggestions?  Thanks, Mary 
  M

[ozmidwifery] Australian Breastfeeding Association

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hello, everyone,
 
Please find attached advertisement for an Executive 
Officer for the ustralian Breastfeeding Association.  Applications close on 
October 28th 2005.  If the attachment has been stripped from the 
message
 
for the advertisement and position 
description, please see our website www.breastfeeding.asn.au
 
Please feel free to forward this circulate this 
e-mail through your networks.
 
Warm Regards,
 
Barb Glare[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding Association
www.breastfeeding.asn.au
 


EO ad 1005.doc
Description: MS-Word document

Re: [ozmidwifery] Australian Breastfeeding Association

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
The version on the website, is in fact the full 
position description.  I've asked them to change the web-page.
 
If you have any further questions, I can help 
you.
 
Warm Regards
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Barbara 
  Glare & Chris Bright 
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Friday, October 14, 2005 7:56 
  AM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] Australian 
  Breastfeeding Association
  
  
  Hello, everyone,
   
  Please find attached advertisement for an 
  Executive Officer for the ustralian Breastfeeding Association.  
  Applications close on October 28th 2005.  If the attachment has been 
  stripped from the message
   
  for the advertisement and position 
  description, please see our website www.breastfeeding.asn.au
   
  Please feel free to forward this circulate this 
  e-mail through your networks.
   
  Warm Regards,
   
  Barb Glare[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 
  5565 8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding Association
  www.breastfeeding.asn.au
   

Re: [ozmidwifery] Lactation after ART

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
I think the answer is.possibly.  I 
tend to agree with Nicole that it's more likely to be birthing interventionist 
birthing practices which get breastfeeding off to a poor start,  followed 
up by scheduled breastfeeding which makes brestfeeding successfully a near 
impossibility.  After all, women can breastfeed past menopause, without 
ovaries, breastfeed adopted children without ever having given birth.  I 
wouldn't assume that because a women has to be assisted to get pregnant she 
won't be able to breastfeed.
 
I recently helped a woman who had given 
birth to twins @ 34 weeks.  They were concieved via IVF and the mother had 
PCOS.  Most of the staff had written her off.  And when I first saw 
her she was so disheartened because of the small drips of milk she was getting, 
the babies were being comped and she had to go home 3/4 of an hr from the 
hospital and leave her babies.  8 weeks later she was fully breastfeeding 
and babies putting on 200 and 300 g per week each.
 
Barb
IBCLC

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Michelle Windsor 
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005 7:05 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Lactation 
  after ART
  
  Hi Jenny,
   
  This is something that I noticed as well when working in a private 
  hospital in Hobart.  The general consensus by the midwives there was that 
  if a woman needed help to become pregnant then perhaps there was an underlying 
  cause which would then interfere with lactation. The midwives there said they 
  had noticed this quite often.
   
  Cheers
  MichelleJenny Cameron <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
  wrote:
  


 

Hi all
 
Does anyone have information on the effect on human lactation of 
assisted reproductive technology? I am noticing a lot of poor lactation 
among women who have had a baby by ART. A lot of women seem to be on 
Domperidone these days at the best of times?? Anyone else experiencing these 
phenomena? It does make sense that if the woman's hormonal milieau is such 
that reproduction needs hormonal assistance then lactation is likely to 
also??? Cheers
 
Jenny
 
Jennifer Cameron FRCNA FACMPresident NT branch ACMIPO Box 
1465Howard Springs NT 083508 8983 19260419 528 717
 
 

  
  
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Infant Sleep - UPDATE

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

If you are interested in Elizabeth Pantley's No Cry Sleep Solution, you can 
hear her speak at ABA seminars in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and 
Adelaide from March 2nd-7th 2006.  It's going to be fabulous - heaps of 
other great speakers, too.  I'd love to be able to direct you to the website 
so you can register straight away..but I can't.  It's not finished yet. 
The brochures will be out soon, so I'll keep you informed.  For ABA 
subscribers and LRC subscribers, you will get information in Essence and 
Breastfeeding Review.  The seminars are open to all midwives, mothers, 
health professionals of all types, esp those with a passion for 
breastfeeding.


Barb
- Original Message - 
From: "JoFromOz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2005 3:21 PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Infant Sleep - UPDATE



Thanks so much to everyone who replied with advice and well wishes.

Just thought I'd write a short update on our progress.  I have 3 days left 
of my non-dairy diet ... I haven't really noticed a change in Will's skin, 
or daytime naps, but the nights have been a little better the last 2 or 3. 
I have read "The No-Cry Sleep Solution" and began implementing strategies 
on Friday.  I logged our wakings Thursday night, and they equalled 13... 
11 of which I had to actually do something about.
The strategy basically involves removing the suck-to-sleep association 
ever so slowly, so that they get used to not having to suck to sleep, and 
therefore don't expect to still be sucking on anything when they slightly 
rouse in the light sleep phase.  I have been waiting until he is almost 
asleep and removing the dummy, so the last thing he remembers before going 
to sleep is not having anything in his mouth.
It has been working for night sleeps - he goes from about 10:30/11:00pm 
till 3.  HEAVEN!  He then joins us in our bed, where we sleep fairly well, 
on and off the breast, until about 7am. He feeds till almost asleep, then 
pulls off himself and turns his head away.

Daytime naps need work, but I need to be patient :)

So, things are looking up, and there is no CIO or any other horrible mean 
or nasty strategies.  As Pinky says, Gently With Love.


Thanks again people!

Love Jo

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Older Children's Sleep

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

There's a no cry sleep solution for toddlers.  It's avaiable everywhere, but 
you could get it on the Australian Breastfeeding Association's sales site at 
www.mothersdirect.com.au


For me, Guan 3 still sleeps with us.  In fact when she was adopted from 
China she was in a *great* sleep routine - put to bed at 8pm- got up at 6, 
so the translated routine said.  But after 3 other children that seemed way 
too weird for me.  So we bought her into our bed, and she sleeps like all my 
children have slept, snuggled between mum and dad in the kingsized bed.  And 
will they ever get out?  Well, you could ask Zac, 12 and Dan 10.  They'd 
probably just give you a withering look and deny they ever slept with mum.


Barb
- Original Message - 
From: "Kate &/or Nick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2005 7:44 AM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Older Children's Sleep



Can anyone point me in a direction for 3yo sleep issues?

Mine has always been a bad sleeper but she has got worse in the last year
(with the transition from a cot?). Between the 2 of them (6yo, but 90% 
Miss

3), I would consider it a good night if I am up 4 times for 20 mins each
time. Bad nights are at least every hour. I'm starting to find that by 6pm 
I

am exhausted and far too crabby - and so are they. Going to bed isn't a
problem.

Sometimes I go to the crying (last night was 7 times in one hour, plus 
four
other blocks) but mostly it seems to have no effect. At times I don't 
think

she even realises I'm there and I can't get through to her. Others she'll
settle, but within 3 minutes, she starts again. Others she'll insist on
coming to my room. Sometimes I don't go in, and she will eventually come 
to

me.

We have a mattress on the floor right next to me, which is used every 
night.
It usually doesn't alter the wakenings (but it makes my life a bit 
easier).

I have slept in her room, with no effect.While my eldest was away in the
school holidays (6 nights), I slept in her room, right next door to Miss 
3.

The last couple of nights I was only woken briefly 2-3 times a night, but
that has happened in the past and wasn't enough for me to think it was
anything more than a temporary aberration. It returned to normal with her
sister's return - even though I slept on a mattress outside their rooms.
Being close to me (and she is a definite Mummy's girl) just doesn't seem 
to

be the solution.

The issue is coming to a head because my husband has had an amazing 
ability

to sleep through it. He will sometimes wake at 4 or 5 to find me in tears
and has no idea why - usually that I have been up all night and haven't 
yet

been to sleep. However, for the last month, for some reason, it has been
waking him. So he is at breaking point and telling me we need to do
something.

I'm concerned about heading off to a sleep guru because I have no 
intention
of locking her in her room - and that's what it will take to keep her in 
her

room. But it won't stop the crying which I know can go on for hours (and I
can't sleep through it).

The sleep discussion has focussed on infants - but what about older
children? Can anyone give me ideas/point me towards something?

Many thanks

Kate


- Original Message - 
From: "Barbara Glare & Chris Bright" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2005 9:46 PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Infant Sleep - UPDATE


Hi,

If you are interested in Elizabeth Pantley's No Cry Sleep Solution, you 
can

hear her speak at ABA seminars in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and
Adelaide from March 2nd-7th 2006.  It's going to be fabulous - heaps of
other great speakers, too.  I'd love to be able to direct you to the 
website
so you can register straight away..but I can't.  It's not finished 
yet.

The brochures will be out soon, so I'll keep you informed.  For ABA
subscribers and LRC subscribers, you will get information in Essence and
Breastfeeding Review.  The seminars are open to all midwives, mothers,
health professionals of all types, esp those with a passion for
breastfeeding.

Barb
- Original Message - 
From: "JoFromOz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2005 3:21 PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Infant Sleep - UPDATE



Thanks so much to everyone who replied with advice and well wishes.

Just thought I'd write a short update on our progress.  I have 3 days 
left
of my non-dairy diet ... I haven't really noticed a change in Will's 
skin,
or daytime naps, but the nights have been a little better the last 2 or 
3.

I have read "The No-Cry Sleep Solution" and began implementing strategies
on Friday.  I logged our wakings Thursday night, and they equalled 13...
11 of which I had to actually do something about.
The strategy basically involves 

[ozmidwifery] Breastpump hire in Sydney

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
I just wanted to let everyone know that The 
Australian Breastfeeding Association has opened a new store in Sydney.  The 
address is
4 McMullen Ave, Castle Hill NSW 9am-3pm Monday-Friday. Phone 02 8853 4900 

 
Families can hire breastpumps, purchase books, 
slings and other great stuff.  The trained staff who are breastfeeding 
counsellors do bra fittings.  There is great stuff for midwives and 
Lactation consultants.   If you are in the area pop in some-time and 
say hi to Liz
 
Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
& Guan 2Counsellor, Warrnambool Vic[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding AssociationMothers Directwww.mothersdirect.com.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] group b strep in breastmilk

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

I am an LC (not a midwife) at a hospital, but we had a case of a mother with 
group b strep, but the baby  was healthy and full term, showing no symptoms, 
so given that until we did the test the baby had been having her milk 
without problems, we sought advice and she continued to feed.  What advice 
has the mother been given?  How does she feel about it?  If she has a good 
milk supply, and can keep it up through pumping, even if she can't feed it 
to her baby there should be no reason that she can't recommence 
breastfeeding (assuming that she has been told her milk can't be fed to her 
baby at the moment - and I think most medical advice would be to cease 
breastfeeding temporarily)  Breastfeeding is a hardy process.  But it would 
be an emotional body blow to think that something as fabulous as breastmilk 
was causing problems for your baby.  She would need a lot of encouragement 
and support.  It would be good to suggest she hire a breastpump through the 
Australian Breastfeeding Association.  As well as the pump (which is 
discounted for members) you get an absolute wealth of great knowledge and 
genuine empathy and mother to mother support.  Vital in the good times, but 
invaluable in the tough times


Barb
[EMAIL PROTECTED]

- Original Message - 
From: "Elizabeth and Mark Bryant" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2005 10:57 PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] group b strep in breastmilk



Dear All, I am a long time reader first time writer... I am a student
midwife currently working in special care nursery. We have had an 34 week
boy with us for some time, quite unwell on and off despite antibiotic 
cover

and cultures negative so far. Mum is keen breastfeeder and has been doing
her utmost to get as much breastmilk into him as possible, however after
exploring lots of options we cultured her breastmilk and it came back
positive for group b strep. Just wondering if anyone had had any 
experience
with this, or knew what the chances of long term breastfeeding were 
like???

Liz

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Re: [hbo] Check out Hudson Valley Lactivism

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Yes, there is a fabulous organisation like that in 
Australia.  It's volunteers advocate for the right of women in paid 
employment to continue to breastfeed their babies.  They have a fabulous 
Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace award.  You can see it here.
http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/mfwp.html
 
They also work to inform the public of their rights 
to breastfeed anywhere, anytime, and to change public perceptions.  They 
lobby politicians to support breastfeeding and educate them on the benefits of 
breastfeeding.
 
On top of all this, their volunteers run a 24 hr 
per day 7 day per week breastfeeding support and counselling 
service.
 
They produce excellent resources and educational 
programs for health professionals.
 
They have the most comprehensive library of 
brestfeeding resources in the world.
 
They have been hard at in for more than 40 
years.  
 
Sound like the rice ad?  You will have guessed 
through the web addys that it's the Australian Breastfeeding Association.  
Yes, the Australian Breastfeeding Association www.breastfeeding.asn.au
Below is a piece that our breastfeeding friendly 
workplace co-ordinator, Sally  wrote for another list this week.  
I hope it gives you a smile.
"Today I 
attended a forum on childcare organised by Kate Lundy, ALP Senator for the 
ACT.  She had invited Tania Plibersek, Opposition Spokesperson on Child and 
Youth Affairs to give a run down on where the childcare debate is going and to 
get feedback from practitioners and parents on issues of concern.I got 
an opportunity to make a comment and did so from 3 perspectives - first as a 
newly returned employee saddened by the failure of my govt dept employer to 
include a childcare centre in its new buildings, secondly as a mother of a child 
in a community based/parent managed centre concerned at the corporatisation of 
childcare.  Then I put on my third hat - ABA - to mention that as someone 
who spends her volunteer time working to get workplaces BF friendly, I am keen 
to see the other half of the equation addressed - breastfeeding friendly 
childcare.  I let the meeting know of ABA's interest in the issue and of 
our failure to get funding for a pilot program to get a BF Frindly Childcare 
Accreditation program up and running.As I was making this third point, 
Tanya Plibersek's baby (well he was big and looked 12 months plus to me - all 
the better!) was wheeled in by presumably a nanny, and passed to his mum, who 
pulled up her top and put him on the breast!  I was in the middle of saying 
"allowing women to combine work and breastfeeding", turned to my left, saw what 
was happening and added..."as Tanya is so ably doing right here...!!"  Kate 
Lundy, who has breastfed her babies at work in Parliament, was beaming, and the 
whole room just did an "aaah" type thing.  It was just gorgeous - and I 
couldn't have made my point better or more on cue if I had tried!!  Kate 
later spoke to me and was really supportive of the work we do and the ideas, so 
wants me to follow up with her.  Other childcare workers wanted to get more 
info too, so all up it was a lunch hour well spent.  And then as I left 
Parliament, I got to wave to the king and queen of Sweden.  Shame I had to 
return to the office...!!" - Sally
Barb
 
 

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Emily 
  
  To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au 
  
  Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2005 9:59 
  AM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] Re: [hbo] Check 
  out Hudson Valley Lactivism
  
  
  hi everyone
  anyone know of any similar groups in australia? i liked their idea of 
  handing out information at public places re breastfeeding laws and rights to 
  increase awareness and acceptance. going in to workplaces to educate workers 
  about rights for breastfeeding/expressing breaks and providing legal support 
  for discrimination sounds great too.. how many australian employers would hire 
  someone known to be breastfeeding who needed breaks every few hours? probably 
  few and i think people would be too scared to ask . ideally i think we need to 
  move towards more baby friendly workplaces where bubs go along with mum to 
  work, like in most places in the world. but it sounds too extreme to even 
  bring up in our current cultural climate of children and work life being so 
  separate
  do many of you have experience of working with a baby in tow? do the 
  hb mw's take their babies to births at all?
  love emilyjenndoula <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
  wrote:
  Run 
by a homebirthing Momma!!Hi everyone! Below you'll find the complete 
text ofour letter announcing our fundraiser and arrival ofour new 
website www.hvlactivism.org. Even if you don'tconsider yourself a 
"Lactivist" I would encourage youto take a look at the artwork we have 
available. Thereare some beautiful mom, baby and grandparent 
picturesthat you certainly don't have to be breastfeeding tolove. 
And I know I want one for Christmas, you couldalso point your hu

Re: [ozmidwifery] Mother friendly hospitals

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

I really disagree that baby friendly hospitals are OK for the baby but tough 
on the mother.  And if your baby friendly hospital is tough on the mother, 
then you should be looking at why - because it shouldn't be that way.  The 
newborn mother and baby are a unit.  They both surely need to be cared for 
as though they were one.  I think it's part of the problem of society that 
mothers and babies are pitted against each other almost from birth.


Mothers and babies are both usually happier and calmer when together.  If a 
mother is of the believe that she needs the baby away from her to rest, a 
common enough belief in our society, maybe all that needs to happen is a 
little empathy and good explanations from the staff "I know you are tired, 
but what we find is that mothers and babies actually rest better when they 
rest together." Just like you would explain to a mum that she doesn't need 
to rush off straight away and have a shower - there'll be time for that 
later.  Her baby needs to smell her familiar smell and get to know his mum 
(and breastfeed)
Surely hospitals can be flexible enough for staff to take the baby for a 
while if needed - carrying in a sling is great modelling for the mum and 
keeps baby calm, or dad or grandma can help out.


For every mother I hear when I'm assessing baby friendly hopitals who say 
they would have liked a nursery, I hear many, many more whom the staff told 
that they must be tired and they would take the baby so the mother could 
rest - the mothers lay unsleeping and rigid in their beds, worrying if that 
baby they could hear crying was their baby.


Barb
- Original Message - 
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 2005 12:27 AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Mother friendly hospitals



Wouldn't it ?
I always say baby - friendly is OK for the baby but often it's really 
tough on the mothers.
We ought to be able to do service to both, compromise being the operative 
word.
The old days of 'lying in & convalescing' were good for mothers & babies, 
I agree with the previous post about too much being expected of new 
mothers. Especially after a C/S which after all is major surgery.
Yes, birth is a natural process but never the less it's exhausting, hard, 
manual & mental labour. Women need to recover & recuperate to cope with 
the demands of mothering, feeding & running a household.
The old 'lying in hospitals ' were not such a bad idea were they ? In fact 
I've often thought of the need for a private facility offering those 
services nowadays. Like an extended stay unit where women go post birth 
for 1 or 2 weeks & get fed,nurtured, educated, assisted with feeding, 
shown postnatal exercises, encouraged to rest, have massages, see 
naturopaths re healing remedies if needed etc.

In fact Wholistic Care !!

What do you think ?
Idealistic ??




Dean & Jo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:


Ahhh!
mother friendly hospitals...now that would be worth pursuing!

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[ozmidwifery] Writing competition - Lives touched by Breastfeeding

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
For any writers out there, just letting you know 
that the Australian Breastfeeding Association is running a writing competition - 
Lives touched by Breastfeeding.  YOu can see details at http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/news/guidelinesconditions.pdf
There's still about a month left to get in your 
entries.  Great prizes!
 
And dn't forget the "Breastfeeding: Making a 
Difference" seminars  March 2-7 in most capitals.  (Canberra Feb 
9th!)  Follow the links from www.breastfeeding.asn.au
 
Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
& Guan 2Counsellor, Warrnambool Vic[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding AssociationMothers Directwww.mothersdirect.com.au

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: Making A Difference/ Counselling the Breastfeeding Mother

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Just a reminder that the early bird registrations 
for these fabulous seminars and workshops closes tonite, Jan 20th.
 
**Canberra**
 
Twilight seminar featuring 
Dr Linda Sweet " Supporting Breastfeeding for 
Parents of Preterm Infants" and "Breast Surgeries and 
Breastfeeding"
and 
Rebecca Glover "Work with me mum, I was born to 
breastfeed" and "Hands off helping "hitches and hints" 
Twilight seminar 5pm - 9.45 pm
 
For more information and to register go to www.lrc.asn.au
 
Brisbane, March 2nd, Sydney March 3rd, Melb March 
4th, Adelaide March 6th, Perth March 8th
Speakers include 
Elizabeth Pantley (USA)"The No Cry Sleep 
Solution"
Catherine Watson Genna (USA) "Anatomical 
contributions to infant sucking skills"
Dr Alison Barrett (NZ) "Becoming Mothers -Why birth 
matters to breastfeeding" and "Xtreme Breastfeeding - feeding the older 
child"
Other great Australian speakers inc Prof Colin 
Binns, Dr. Lisa Amir, Dr Stephen Graves, Robyn Noble
 
For more information and to register go to www.lrc.asn.au
 
Barb
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
& Guan 2Counsellor, Warrnambool Vic[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding AssociationMothers Directwww.mothersdirect.com.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] Blue patches on neonate/mongolian spots

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

Just a bit of a funny story

The first time that the paed saw my daughter she was 10mnth old.
"look, he said, she's got a mongolian spot (the top of her bum) and another 
one here on her knee.


I licked my finger and rubbed.  It was dirt...

Barb
- Original Message - 
From: "brendamanning" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 2:21 PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Blue patches on neonate


Mongolian spots are not transient ie pass in the first few hours. They 
fade over months or years.

Sounds circulatory to me esp with the achrocyanosis.
Sorry no physiology.

With kind regards
Brenda Manning
www.themidwife.com.au

- Original Message - 
From: "leanne wynne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: 
Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 10:58 AM
Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Blue patches on neonate


Sounds like Mongolian spots to me. You tend to see them more often on 
babies with dark or olive skin and they eventually fade but it can take a 
few years. They look like bruises and are usually situated over the lower 
back or buttocks.

Leanne.



size=2>Leanne Wynne Midwife in charge of "Women's Business" 
Mildura Aboriginal Health Service  Mob 0418 371862

 
 






From: "Julie Garratt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au
To: 
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Blue patches on neonate
Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2006 00:38:18 +1030

Hi all,
I was wondering if anyone can tell me why a newborn baby, only minutes 
old can sometimes have blue patches on its torso.
I've seen it only once before and it was fairly transient, lasting an 
hour or so.
The baby I caught today was alert and active after a totally drug free 
birth but had funny blue patches in a quiet symmetrical pattern on its 
body ( over kidneys ect,) . It was also rather acrocyanosed.

 Has anyone else seen this?
I imagine it has something to do with transition from neonatal 
circulation but would really appreciate it if someone can explain the 
physiology of what is happening or even what its called so I can look it 
up.

Looking forward to your wisdom,
Julie:)



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[ozmidwifery] Australia Day honours for Breastfeeding Advocates

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
It's great to see in the Australia Day Honours 
lists two names that really stood out for me.
 
'Member (AM) in the General Division.Mrs Natalie Mary PATON, OAM, Moss 
Vale.  For service to the community as founder of the Nursing Mothers' 
Association of Australia, and to the development of policies, protocols, 
management, support and training methods to assist nursing mothers and their 
babies.'
Joy Heads, a former NSW NMAA counsellor and still very supportive of ABA 
who was awarded an OAM for "Service to nursing and midwifery as a specialist 
lactation consultant and to health professional and parent education."
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
& Guan 2Counsellor, Warrnambool Vic[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding AssociationMothers Directwww.mothersdirect.com.au

[ozmidwifery] Formula Fraud

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

For your interest
 
http://www.cbc.ca/national/news/chandra/
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 12, Daniel, 10, Cassie 7 
& Guan 2Counsellor, Warrnambool Vic[EMAIL PROTECTED]Ph (03) 5565 
8602Director, Australian Breastfeeding AssociationMothers Directwww.mothersdirect.com.au

[ozmidwifery] Not breastfeeding, but supporting breastfeeding

[barbara glare & chris bright]

The Australian Breastfeeding Association would like to invite you to the
following event.  It's not about breastfeeding (for once) But all money
raised willl go to support breastfeeding.  Cecilia Dart Thorton is a popular
fantasy author, and will be talking about her books.  Her books will be
available for purchase on the night, and she will be happy to sign them

• An Evening with Cecelia Dart-Thornton
•
o Listen to this popular author speak,
o  raffles
o  lucky door prizes
o A Great night of entertainment.
o To learn more about Cecilia Dart- Thornton go to
http://members.optushome.com.au/neptune7/
All Proceeds from this event will go to support the work of the Australian
Breastfeeding Association
WHEN: Thursday September 4th 2003 7.30pm
WHERE Gasworks Arts Park
  21 Graham Street
  Albert Park 3206 Melway Ref 2J G7 - Tram No. 1 - Stop 31
COST: Tickets $15.00 each. ( Including supper)
CONTACT: To book your ticket please phone Karen (03) 9333 3148 Or e-mail
[EMAIL PROTECTED]


Barb Glare
Mum of Zac, 10, Daniel 8 and Cassie, 5
Counsellor, Warrnambool, Vic
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Hair Loss

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Alesa and Rhonda,
 
While the problem of hair loss occurs during breastfeeding (ie after birth) 
it is important to note that it's not caused by breastfeeding. I know the 
LRC has a paper on this and shall check the reference and get back to you all on 
this.
 
Warm regards, 
Barb
Mum of Zac, 10, Daniel 8 and Cassie, 5ABA Counsellor, Warrnambool, 
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  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Alesa 
  Koziol 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2003 4:16 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Hair 
Loss
  
  Hi Rhonda
  From a personal view, I had the same problem while breastfeeding. Was 
  reassured by hairdresser friend that this was common for breastfeeding mothers 
  and not too worry 'cos most of the time the hair growth returns after 
  breastfeeding. This occurred in my case- dont know what the physiological 
  reasoning for this occurring is- I was just glad I had a head of hair again 
  and got on with mothering:), and never really thought about it since.
  Cheers
  Alesa
   
   
  Alesa KoziolClinical Midwifery EducatorMelbourne
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Rhonda 
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 

Sent: Tuesday, August 19, 2003 11:25 
PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Hair Loss


  

   
  Hello wise women,
   
  I know some time ago we spoke about hair loss.
  Well my friend who had her baby a while ago, the one who had 
  colitis and steroids and a terrible time (the failed abortion 
  etc.).  
  Probably as a result of the steroids, the illness, the pregnancy, 
  the c/s at 36 weeks and successfull fully breastfeeding her baby 
  and doing an accountancy course which she not long ago had exams - 
   is almost going bald.  (really - I have seen photos, her 
  hair is falling out in clumps)
  She is so worried and has cut what she has left short but it is 
  getting very thin as well.
   
  I can't remember if there were any hints on helping to stop hair 
  loss or promote new growth - so if anyone has any ideas to help her or 
  can remember what was said then some help would be nice.
   
  Thanks
  Rhonda
   
  

  


  
  
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[ozmidwifery] Hair Loss

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Last night I said I'd send the the reference regarding the Hair Loss
Article.  It is available on the ABA Subscribers Only website at
www.breastfeeding.asn.au  .  It's called Unusual Effects Sometimes
Attributed To Breastfeeding by
Elisabeth Speller BA(Hons), IBCLC, Kate Mortensen Grad Dip(Counselling),
IBCLC, ABA Counsellor, Kathryn Wood BSc.

If you are a member of ABA, have a look at the fabulous members only site
that was launched during World Breastfeeding Week.  If you are not, it's
simple and cheap to join.
Of course, there's plenty of great free stuff on the ABA website, but some
great extra for members.

Love, Barb

Barb Glare
Mum of Zac, 10, Daniel 8 and Cassie, 5
ABA Counsellor, Warrnambool, Vic
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Re: [ozmidwifery] breastfeeding

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Kelly,

One of the most insidious, damaging obstetric practices is separating mother
and baby.   Depriving mother and baby of skin to skin contact. Also
(hopefully not so common now) giving supplements of substances other than
breastmilk, just to name a few.

The Australian breastfeeding Association's "Breastfeeding Management in
Australia " is a great resource.  It's out of print at the moment
(temporarily, but perhaps if you are not already a member, you could join
ABA and utilise your group's library.
Also "Breastfeeding Naturally" (ABA) and Sue Cox's "Breastfeeding...I can do
that" (available from ABA) are faulous resources.  As is a subscription to
the Lactation resource centre.
Have a look on the ABA website
www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Love,
Barb



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[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding calendar

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

The Australian Breastfeeding Association is proud to announce that the 2004
Calendar is now available.  Once again, 12 beautiful black and white photos
of babies and breastfeeding for only $12.  Hang a beautiful and positive
image of breastfeeding on the walls
Check it out at http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/products/groupprojs.html#m1
(scroll down)

Love,
Barb Mum of Zac, 10, Daniel 8 and Cassie, 5
ABA Counsellor, Warrnambool, Vic
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[ozmidwifery] www.abavic.asn.au

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Have a look at a new Australian Breastfeeding Association website with a
more local feel (if you are in Victoria - & still good value if you are
not!) Lots of great  stuff.  Go to
www.abavic.asn.au

Love, Barb
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Re: [ozmidwifery] The Panel

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Jo,
 
As a friend put to me on another list "But then we all realised and nodded 
knowingly,breasts are for washing cars aren't they, not feeding babies, so 
why wouldthey complain about that bit ;)We could see ALL the breasts 
washing the car, but none of Kates. Yes it isa sad 
society.
Barb GlareABA Poster and Calendar orders [EMAIL PROTECTED]

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  jo 
  hunter 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2003 10:19 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] The 
Panel
  
  You can also visit www.smh.com.au and send them a letter as well 
  as ring the Channel 10 switch board (02) 9650 1010 and tell them how great you 
  think it is.
  It astounds me that Glenn Robbins can show a clip 
  of some woman using her enormous breasts to wash the windscreen of a car 
  but Kate breastfeeding has become such a huge 
  controversyridiculous!
  Jo
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
altrewern 
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 

Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2003 9:25 
PM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] The 
Panel

The other thing people can do is ring 
1902555901 to register a YES vote as A Current Affair is conducting a phone 
poll on "Should women be able to b/f in public". Need to do it by Friday 
lunch/afternoon.
   
Linda Trewern

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Jen 
  Semple 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2003 
  10:43 AM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] The 
  Panel
  
  Me too!  Let's send letters to Channel 10, tv guides (like the 
  Green Guide in The Age), etc & let them know they're on to a good 
  thing!
   
  Jen- Original Message - 
  

  From: 
  Karen Cole 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 
  2003 10:39 PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] The 
  Panel
  
  
  Congratulations 
  to Kate Langbrook who tonight fed her 5 week old baby live on 
  television.
  Rather 
  than fit her child in around her work commitments she proved that 
  demand feeding is just that.
   
  Karen
  
  
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  Yahoo! Search

[ozmidwifery] male infertility

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

Could any-one direct me to some-one who could help a couple where the man
has fertility problems, but they don't want to go down the IVF route?

Love, Barb


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[ozmidwifery] knitted breasts

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

I just have to tell you about this!  They are really cool

Knitted Breasts.  I got mine this morning, and they are great.  A variety of
colours and shapes.
http://www.starwon.com.au/~delma/pageseven.htm

Love, Barb


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[ozmidwifery] Mobile Billboards

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Robyn,
 
I remember some time ago on ozmidwifery you mentioned your daughter had a 
company operating mobile Billboards.  I was wondering if I could have a 
contact number for her company?
 
Warm Regards,
Barb Glare
Australian Breastfeeding Association

Re: [ozmidwifery] Expressing

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Cheryl,

Most mothers find that the secret of expressing a good amount is in the
letdown.  The pump will get as much milk out as the baby would.  It can be
tough to get a good letdown when you are stressed and have other children
running around.  50 mls at a time sounds pretty good to me, actually..
However much milk you are giving her is great.  You've done a great job.

Would you consider putting her back to the breast ina few days or weeks?  I
know it's excruciating when they bite, but mostly they "get the idea" that
biting is not appreciated, and give it up.  Even much older children, with a
full set of teeth, learn not to bite.  It may seem all too much now, but in
a week things may look different.

Breastpump technology has moved on, too.  Medela have a new breastpump, the
symphony, which you can hire through the Australian Breastfeeding
Association in many areas.  They claim that it can stimulate a letdown much
more quickly and yield a higher volume of milk.  I'm about to try one myself
as I wish to build up my supply.  I have no personal experience yet.  For
more information you can go to
http://www.abavic.asn.au/serv02.htm#Medela%20Symphony

Hope that helps

Love, Barb
Australian Breastfeeding Association

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Expressing

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi, Cheryl,

Most mothers find that the secret of expressing a good amount is in the
letdown.  The pump will get as much milk out as the baby would.  It can be
tough to get a good letdown when you are stressed and have other children
running around.  50 mls at a time sounds pretty good to me, actually..
However much milk you are giving her is great.  You've done a great job.

Would you consider putting her back to the breast ina few days or weeks?  I
know it's excruciating when they bite, but mostly they "get the idea" that
biting is not appreciated, and give it up.  Even much older children, with a
full set of teeth, learn not to bite.  It may seem all too much now, but in
a week things may look different.

Breastpump technology has moved on, too.  Medela have a new breastpump, the
symphony, which you can hire through the Australian Breastfeeding
Association in many areas.  They claim that it can stimulate a letdown much
more quickly and yield a higher volume of milk.  I'm about to try one myself
as I wish to build up my supply.  I have no personal experience yet.  For
more information you can go to
http://www.abavic.asn.au/serv02.htm#Medela%20Symphony

Hope that helps

Love, Barb
Australian Breastfeeding Association

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Re: [ozmidwifery] Expressing

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Oops.
 
I said "The pump will get as much milk out as the baby 
would. " 
 
Of course I meant that the pump will never get as much out as 
the baby will.
(must not compose e-mails with tired kids yelling in my 
ear)
 
Barb

[ozmidwifery] New Arrival

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

Just wanted to introduce our newest family member.  Barb, Chris, Zac, Daniel
and Cassie welcome  our daughter and sister, Guan Jasmine Bright.  Guan is
11mnths old, and we have adopted her from China.

"We did not give you life, but life has given us the gift of you"

Love,
Barb Glare
Mum of Zac, 10, Daniel, 8, Cassie, 5 and Guan 11mnths.
ABA Calendar and poster orders to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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[ozmidwifery] midwife/doula wanted Sydney

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
My friend writes (and I pass it on with her 
permission)
 I would like to try for a *natural* birth thistime, last two were 
ceasers after waiting 42 weeks.Can someone point me in the right direction 
for anobstetrician, doula, midwife who may be able tosupport this?  
Some investigative medicine perhaps isnecessary? not sure really, but just 
want to talk tosomeone about my options.  (My mother had a 43 
weekgestation with my brother so my feeling is mine may belonger that 42 
weeks aswell?)Please reply to me at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
And I'll pass the messages on (you can reply to the 
list too)
 
Barb
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 10, Daniel, 8, Cassie 5 
and Guan 1. Warrnambool, VicPoster & calendar orders [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au
 

Re: [ozmidwifery] James McKenna

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
I saw James McKenna too, last week.  He was 
fabulous.  But alas I think he was only speaking in Melbourne.
 
However, if you haven't heard Beth MacGregor and 
Ann Gethin speak on the hidden risks of controlled crying, catch them at ABA's 
seminars "Breastfeeding: Science and Experience" in May.  They are fabulous 
and thought provoking speakers.  They will be speaking in Perth and 
Adelaide only, but other great speakers in other states.  Check out the 
programs at http://www.lrc.asn.au
 
Regards
Barb Glare
Mum of Zac, 10, Daniel, 8, Cassie 6 & Guan 
1
ABA calendar & poster orders [EMAIL PROTECTED]
www.abavic.asn.au
 

Sue Cox, AM Re: [ozmidwifery] Chris Cornwell PSM

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Congratulations Chris,
 
And congratulations Sue Cox IBLCLC on her AM.  
The citation reads
'For service to community health, particularly as a lactation consultant, 
educator and counsellor for the care of breastfeeding mothers and their 
babies.' 
Sue is an IBLC, midwife, mother, author and 
researcher and a fabulous counsellor with the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association
 
Barb Glare
ABA counsellor
Warrnmabool, Vic
Mum of Zac, Dan, Cassie and Guan
www.abavic.asn.au
 

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Jackie 
  Kitschke 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2004 3:45 
  AM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] Chris Cornwell 
  PSM
  
  
  Chris Cornwell, 
  ACMI SA National Delegate was awarded a Public Service Medal this past 
  Australia Day for her contribution to Midwifery Education and Practice. Below 
  is what is on the website explaining why she was bestowed this prestigious 
  award. (She is also my boss!!)
  Mrs 
  Christine CornwellDivisional Chief, Nursing and MidwiferyWomen’s and Children’s 
  HospitalDepartment 
  of Human Services
  For 
  outstanding service to midwifery education and 
practice
  Mrs Christine Cornwell is the 
  Divisional Chief, Nursing and Midwifery, Women’s and Children’s Hospital.  In addition to the responsibilities and duties required of her 
  by this role, Mrs Cornwell has been involved with and is an integral part of 
  some ground breaking initiatives concerned with the ongoing development of 
  midwifery education and practice in South Australia.
  The recruitment and retention of 
  midwives in South Australia is a serious problem.  
  Mrs Cornwell has been forward thinking in dealing with this problem by 
  campaigning for and supporting new models of midwifery education and models of 
  care.  She has achieved this through being involved with various 
  committees in her position at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, as a member 
  of the South Australian Branch of the Australian College of Midwives (ACMI) 
  management committee and as a member of the ACMI National management 
  committee.
  Within her role, Mrs Cornwell has been 
  a strong advocate for midwives and the education of midwifery.  Her advocacy along with other midwives has resulted in both the 
  University of South Australia and Flinders University establishing 
  Undergraduate Midwifery (Pre-Registration) Degrees.  These programs 
  reflect the philosophy of ‘women centred; midwifery practice that recognises 
  the needs of individual women in relation to choice, control and continuity of 
  care’.
  Mrs Cornwell has also led the 
  development of a Midwifery Caseload Model of Care at the Women’s and 
  Children’s Hospital.  Caseload Midwifery is a model of care 
  where women have their own midwife and a backup midwife, who provides care 
  throughout her pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal period.  This 
  program is the first for South Australia and is to commence in September 
  2003.  The development of this service has not been an easy task, taking 
  4-5 years to be developed in collaboration with consumers, midwives, the 
  Department of Human Services, the Australian Nursing Federation and her 
  medical colleagues.
  Mrs Cornwell’s support during the 
  inception of the Northern Women’s Community Midwifery Service, a 
  groundbreaking model of midwifery care, contribute significantly to its 
  ongoing success.  This initiative allows midwives to care 
  for birthing women in both the community and hospital 
  settings.
  Mrs Cornwell was recognised by her 
  midwifery colleagues for her excellence in midwifery when she was awarded the 
  highly coveted ‘South Australian Excellence in Midwifery Leadership’ Award 
  during International Midwives Day in May 2003.
   

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fw: Hep C question

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
sounds like a good question for the Australian 
Breastfeeding Association's Lactation Resource centre (03) 9885 
0855
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  M & T Holroyd 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2004 10:48 
  PM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] Fw: Hep C 
  question
  
  Trying again.  Tina H.
   
  - Original Message - 
  From: M & T Holroyd 
  To: ozmidwifery 
  Sent: Friday, February 13, 2004 9:11 PM
  Subject: Hep C question
  
  Hi everyone  you might remember around 
  August last year I sent out a request for my friend (J) with regards to her 
  sister who had Hep C (among many other problems).  Well I have yet 
  another question.  This woman is due to have her baby at the end of March 
  & was told at one of her last antenatal visits that she will be able to 
  breastfeed her bub.  She is very excited about this as it is something 
  that she had wanted to do if safe for bub.  BUT is it safe?  I 
  thought I remembered that you were not able to feed if you had Hep C.  
  Has something new come up in recent times to say that it is safe even if she 
  wasn't still using IV drugs (not sure if this has stopped).
   
  Thankyou for considering yet another one of my 
  questions.
   
  Tina H.  
(Brisbane)

Re: [ozmidwifery] Our co-sleeping experience

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

I have 4 children.  Cassie(6) still sleeps with us, and so does Guan who is
14 months.  We are so thrilled that Guan has learned to sleep with us so
easily, after starting life in an orphanage.
My 2 elder children (Zac, nearly 11 and Dan nearly 9) co-slept with us until
they were (I can't really remember, maybe 6 or so)  They left of their own
accord and would no sooner sleep with their mum now than fly to the moon.
To be truthful, we spent years trying to push Zac out, control crying, etc.
But he was persistant, and never succumbed.  I really regret trying that
with him now.
The deal with the girls is that Guan(1) falls asleep in my arms after she's
had a bottle.  Cassie(6) still breastfeeds to sleep.  If I'm home alone (my
hubbie works away from home a couple of nights a week) I leave the girls in
with me - it's a big bed.  If he's home, we put them in their own cot/bed
for a few hours so we can have some peace and quite (maybe even sex!)  then
the girls come back in at some point during the night

We are pretty confident they won't be there forever.  And they are so sweet
to sleep with

Love, Barb


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[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: Science and Experience

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,
 
Only 10 days until the close of ealry bird 
registration for the Australian Breastfeeding Association's series of seminars 
Breastfeeding: Science and Experience in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide 
and Perth.
 
You can register online at www.lrc.asn.au
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 10, Daniel, 8, Cassie 5 
and Guan 1.Counsellor Warrnambool, VicABA/MD directorPoster & 
calendar orders [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [ozmidwifery] sleep stuff

[Barbara Glare & Chris Bright]

Hi,

This is a really interesting discussion.
Before our first pregnancy I uttered those fatal (and stupid) words "our
child will fit in with us, no child will change our lifestyle" (well,
probably thought more than said).
Well, I was in for a surprise.  Our first son Zac, wasn't going to be in
that at all (bless him)  He survived "sleep school"and demanded co-sleeping.
I thank god for his persistance in educating us.  We have co-slept with Zac
and our 3 other children.  In non-scintific research (gossip with my
girlfriends) I can relate that Chris *gets it* much more than the average 40
something father of 4. (and more than the average father of one) We love it,
and have found co-sleeping no impediment.  Chris has alway shared the
childcare equally.  We both came to the realisation.the patting, pacing
and rocking left us both crazy.  Nowadays, we have Cassie 6 and Guan 1 in
our bed.  They fall asleep in our arms or on the breast and often we
transfer them to bed or cot for a while.  Or we go to the spare bed, or if
the person in our bed is very little we just have sex on the other side of
the bed.  Sometimes you get a little pair of eyes peeping over the top and
we've had a couple of "can we join in too"s (don't report us, they think
it's just a cuddle. Or we have sex when the bigger ones are at school or at
a friends, and the baby is asleep.

Sylvia, this is not directed at you, but you said " have noticed mn
displaying frustrated, hostile feelings because of being left out of
the equation once the baby arrives."
Is anyone else inclined to say "get a grip"?(to these men)  No-one knew how
parenting would change their lives.  But after 4 children, we are so glad it
has.  Having a baby wasn't an evil plot to get out of sex (except for 3
times in 10 years)  We both signed up to having children.  We both co-sleep
with them (not just me.)   I love Chris more than ever, and he's sussed out
what REALLY turns me on - coming home to a clean house and a cooked meal
from time to time, not having to clean the toilet because he's done it..

Recently, on another list, we did a strw poll re co-sleeping.  Those who
remembered sleeping with their parents, or being welcomed into their parents
bed whenever they wanted, remembered those times with great love and
happiness.  Those,like me, ho were forbidden to go to their parents bed
remembered the fear of being alone in the dark and knowing they'd be in
trouble if they went to their parents bed, and never wanted to inflict that
on their own children.

Love, Barb
Mum of Zac, 10, Dan, 8, Cassie, 6 and Guan 1
Barb
- Original Message - 
From: "Marilyn Kleidon" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, March 20, 2004 11:24 AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] sleep stuff


> Hi Sylvia:
>
> Glad to see you bring this up. I do think it depends on the couples
> relationship and the intensity of their sexuality: this varies a lot from
> couple to couple. I did not co-sleep with my daughters but had them in the
> room in a  bassinet (specially make on rockers) beside our bed. I have
often
> felt guilty that I did not co-sleep having many friends who did. One huge
> difference was the level of sexual activity (at least as reported) between
> the couples. Most of my friends were not interested in sex too much while
> lactating and hadn't been during pregnancy either. My then husband and I
> were both very interested and active sexually throughout all 3 pregnancies
> and very soon after the births, I guess we were a little like rabbits. I
> would have to say that while we certainly christened every room in the
> various houses we occupied, probably our most frequent coupling place was
> our bed. Just lying beside each other was enough. Yes we would have been
> inhibited by having our little girls in bed with us. Our bed was also just
a
> regular double bed size though my grandmother's restored iron 4 poster and
> our bedrooms were pretty small then. So, after the first  6 months or when
> the girls outgrew the bassinet, they were in a cot next door with the door
> open. I didn't practice controlled crying, just did see the benefit of
> establishing a bedtime routine once my first daughter was 18 months and
> still awake and overtired at 10 pm. Solved in about 2 weeks with the
> establishment of bedtime rituals after tea, rituals which lasted until my
> third daughter was 10 to 12 years. I wore my daughters all day in
> snugglies/slings whatever was available and worked, demand fed into their
> second year when they determined the weaning, none ever had bottles and
all
> were and are very different. They are all now confident adorable young
women
> 28yrs, 26 yrs and 23 yrs and so independent.
>
> My friends who were much less sexually active with their partners often
> forgoing intimacy, due to lack of interest for weeks or months also have
ado
> rable, confident, independent sons and daughters in the same age group.
>
> We are all now divorced, so I guess sex or th

Re: [ozmidwifery] ER

[barbara glare & chris bright]

No,
 
Tell us
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Kirsten Blacker 
  To: ozmid 
  Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2004 9:38 
  AM
  Subject: [ozmidwifery] ER
  
  Did anyone else catch Thursday's episode of ER? 
  Interesting commentary on the use of formula in 3rd world countries, in HIV 
  mums
   
  Kirsten

Re: [ozmidwifery] ER/HIV and Breastfeeding

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
If you are coming to the Breastfeeding: Science and 
Experience seminars in most capital cities, you can hear Pamela Morrison talk on 
this issue.  There's still time to register (though not much!)  go to 
www.lrc.asn.au
for details and to register.
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Jen 
  Semple 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2004 11:45 
  AM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] ER
  
  I had heard/read this before... identical to what was argued on ER... 
  that a rule of thumb is for HIV positive women with a reliable clean water 
  source (developed countries), formula feeding is the "safest" option & for 
  HIV positive women without a reliable clean water source (developing 
  countries), breast feeding is the "safest" option as the risk of contaminated 
  formula (via contaminated water) to the babe is far greater than the risk or 
  contracting HIV via breast milk.
   
  But I can't remember where I heard/read it before & it's driving me 
  crazy!  Does anyone have any references?
   
  Cheers, Jen
   
  P.S.  Still LOVE that Rachel had a vaginal breech on Friends 
  :o)Kirsten Blacker <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
  wrote:
  



in brief...
 
Carter (on of the main characters, a doctor) is 
working with MSF in the Congo. One of his patients has HIV and is in end 
stage AIDS. The patient's wife (8mo pregnant) and kids all test positive and 
Carter is trying to get the mum on HIV meds (which of course he flies in 
directly from the US, but that's another story) to try and prevent the next 
baby from being HIV positive. He tells her she can't breastfeed because of 
the transmission, and that formula is "just fine" and they can supply the 
powder to her. One of the other MSF workers pulls him aside and says, "you 
can't ask her to formula feed, where she is going back to there is no clean 
water, and 50% of these babies die from gastro in the first six months". 

 
Admittedly it ignores the recent research on 
the saftely of exclusive BF for HIV mums in the first six months with abrups 
weaning (no I don't have the reference on me) but at least it made the point 
about the danger of formula promotion in third world countries.
 
One in the eye for Nestle I say ;)
 
Kirsten
  
  
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Re: [ozmidwifery] Australian research

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
I wanted to know my baby's weight.  She was so 
big and gorgeous, and she birthed so perfectly at home.  I was so 
proud.  I could tell she was big (well 4100g actually - a couple of days 
later)  I was a breastfeeding counsellor at the time, I was feeding her 
moments after she was born.  But my midwife reminded me that I could see 
how big, beautiful and healthy she was, and I had done a fabulous job, so it 
would be all just fine if we weighed her tomorrow or whenever.  That's all 
the reassurance I needed.
 
Barb
 

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Sadie 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2004 6:40 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Australian 
  research
  
  Very interesting research Mary - 
  however it is quite amazing how many couples want their baby weighed before 
  even considering feeding! 
  And why do people insist on 
  knowing the baby's weight in the old imperial system of pounds?? Even really 
  young couples want to know the weight in pounds!
  Cheers,
  Sadie

[ozmidwifery] Adoptive breastfeeding and relactation

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
Just to let you know that the new, totally revised 
edition of "Adoptive Breastfeeding and relactation" booklet is available from 
the Australian Breastfeeding Association.
 
It's a fabulous resource for adoptive mothers, and 
mothers who wish to relactate.  It would also be very useful for women who 
leave hospital expressing and cup or bottle feeding - and who may be fearful of 
putting the baby back on the breast, or have a baby who is reluctant to go to 
the breast.
 
To order yours go to www.lrc.asn.au and follow the shopping link on 
the right of the page.
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Don't forget.  Breastfeeding: Science and 
Experience May 3-8th.  To book go to www.lrc.asn.au
 

[ozmidwifery] High-tech hospitals fail babies

[barbara glare & chris bright]

> http://smh.com.au/articles/2004/04/27/1082831561710.html
> 
> High-tech western hospitals were failing premature babies by making it
difficult for mothers to
> breastfeed, a breastfeeding medicine expert said.
>
> Professor Jane Morton is one of the world's first directors of a
department of Breastfeeding
> Medicine, at the Stanford University School of Medicine in California.
>
> Speaking from the United States ahead of a visit to Australia to speak to
breastfeeding advocates,
> Prof Morton said her position should exist at all big universities and
hospitals.
>
> "Over the last 10 years or so the research that shows the benefits of
breastmilk and the risks of
> formula, particularly for pre-term babies, is stronger," Prof Morton
said.>
>
> 
>
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[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: Science and Experience Great conference specials

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
If you are going to the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association's Breastfeeding: Science and Expereince, come prepared to avail 
yourself of some great conference specials
 

Subscribe to the LRC.  All that at your  
fingertips, including subscription to Breastfeeding Review.
Currently $142  SEMINAR SPECIAL 
$120.00
 
Hot new posters A3 Black and White.  Same 
photo as conf brochure .  See photo at  www.lrc.asn.au
A3 $4.00 each Slogan - Breastmilk.  
Goodness right to the last drop
 
Conference CDs or printed booklet.  Free with 
your conference registration or $8 each otherwise.
 
Dr Jane Morton's Video  "A Premie needs his 
mum"  2 video pack (part A and Part B, boxed together, only 
$99. (normally $132) Great accompaniment for breastpump hire in your 
group.
 
Other great stuffknitted breastsWA Rebecca 
Cool MugsThe new adoptive breastfeeding and relactation 
booklet.Breastfeeding establishment keyrings -only *.50 - a must for 
midwives and up-dated with the "new" breast diagram, great breastfeeding 
artwork. ... Study modules  The new multi-language breastfeeding 
information CD
 
Heaps and heaps of great stuff and no 
postage.
 
If you really, really want something, it might be 
best to check with ABA that it will be there.  
 
To register for the seminar go to www.lrc.asn.au
 
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: Science and Experience Great conference specials

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi
 
Just turn up.  You will definately be 
there.  In fact I'll look you up on the website in a minute and confirm, 
but I know you'll be there.  You will get a receipt on the day
 
Barb

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  JoFromOz 
  To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  
  Sent: Wednesday, April 28, 2004 10:39 
  PM
  Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: 
  Science and Experience Great conference specials
  
  Barbara, I registered for the conference in Perth, but 
  haven't heard anything back yet...
   
  Should I just turn up, or call someone to confirm 
  first?
   
  Thanks,
   
  Jo
   
   Original Message From: barbara glare & 
  chris brightTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: 
  Wednesday, April 28, 2004 8:16 PMSubject: [ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding: 
  Science and Experience Greatconference specials > Hi,> > If you are going to the Australian 
  Breastfeeding Association's> Breastfeeding: Science and Expereince, 
  come prepared to avail> yourself of some great conference 
  specials  > > Subscribe to the LRC.  All that at 
  your  fingertips, including> subscription to Breastfeeding Review. 
  > Currently $142  SEMINAR SPECIAL $120.00> > Hot new 
  posters A3 Black and White.  Same photo as conf brochure . > See 
  photo at  www.lrc.asn.au > A3 $4.00 each Slogan - 
  Breastmilk.  Goodness right to the last drop> > Conference 
  CDs or printed booklet.  Free with your conference> registration 
  or $8 each otherwise. > > Dr Jane Morton's Video  "A Premie 
  needs his mum"  2 video pack (part> A and Part B, boxed together, 
  only $99. (normally $132) Great> accompaniment for breastpump hire in 
  your group.  > > Other great stuffknitted breastsWA 
  Rebecca Cool MugsThe> new adoptive breastfeeding and relactation 
  booklet.Breastfeeding> establishment keyrings -only *.50 - a must 
  for midwives and up-dated> with the "new" breast diagram, great 
  breastfeeding artwork. ... Study> modules  The new 
  multi-language breastfeeding information CD    > 
  > Heaps and heaps of great stuff and no postage.> > If 
  you really, really want something, it might be best to check with> ABA 
  that it will be there. > > To register for the seminar go to 
  www.lrc.asn.au> > > Barb Glare> Mum of Zac, 11, 
  Daniel 9, Cassie 6 and Guan 1> Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool 
  Group> Director, Australian Breastfeeding Association> e-mail 
  [EMAIL PROTECTED]> www.abavic.asn.au-- Babies are Born... Pizzas are 
  delivered.

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding Calendar

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
The Australian Breastfeeding Association is seeking 
phtographs for it's 2005 calendar.  This popular calendar will be getting a 
whole new look this year, and we are seeking colour photos.  They should be 
of a professional standard, but do not need to be taken by a professional 
photographer, necessarily.  Breastfeeding photos are particularly sort 
after, but other subjects might include baby, mum and baby, dad and baby, 
siblings etc.  For more information, please go to 
http://www.abavic.asn.au/Default.htm
 
Love, Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

[ozmidwifery] Australian Breastfeeding Association

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
Just letting you know that the Australian 
Breastfeeding Association are currently running their Winter Appeal.  I 
know that there are many fabulous supporters of the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association on this list, and as we celebrate our 40th year we depend, as ever, 
on community support - to train counsellors, provide services such as our 24hr 
helpline, develop programs and resources.
 
Every day I'm amazed at the dedication and 
generosity of women on this list for the support they offer pregnant and 
mothering women.  Today as an ABA volunteer I've taken calls from mothers 
and health professionals in my are on breastfeeding, worked on a grant 
application to support our work, hired a breastpump and finished my local group 
bulletin.   And I'm just a small link in the chain of people who 
support mothers and babies, and have done so through ABA for 40 
yrs.
 
If you feel you could donate to our appeal, go to 
www.breastfeeding.asn.au
your contribution would be very well used and most 
appreciated
 
Warm Regards,
Barb
 
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

[ozmidwifery] Baby bonus

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
It looks like everone has a say in when the baby is 
born - except the baby.  Lets hope some of those who had their caesarians 
delayed beat the system and were born naturally.
http://news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,9877241%255E2,00.html
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

RE: [ozmidwifery] cow's milk formula and risk of type 1 diabetes

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,

 

The article says

 

“The study encourages mothers to breastfeed for the first six
months, but when their babies need a supplement formula, some will be given
modified formula and the others cow's-milk-based formula.”

 

Now, when would that be again?  Cassie is 6, and still hasn’t had
a need for supplemental formula.

 

Barb

(Grumpily)

Mum of Zac, 11, Dan, 9, Cassie, 6 and Guan 1

 

 





 

[ozmidwifery] Breastfest 2004 Melbourne

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
This year Melbourne is holding "Breastfest" on 
Friday August 6th, beginning at 11am at the Malvern Town Hall.   
Entertainment will be provided by "The Jellybugs"  The official "count" of 
babies breastfeeding will be at 12 noon.
 
This well be part of the celebration for World 
Breastfeeding week.  The official slogan is "Breastmilk: The gold 
standard"  As we have seen in the past year, women are still publicly 
embarrassed and discussed for allowing their babies to eat in 
public. Together we can make a mother friendly and baby friendly 
society.
 
For more information, go to www.abavic.asn.au
If you would like some pdf flyers or posters, I can 
e-mail them to you, just e-mail me at [EMAIL PROTECTED]  I hope you 
can all participate.  For Breastfest in other states, check out www.breastfeeding.asn.au
 
Love,
Barb
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

[ozmidwifery] Register for Breastfest 2004

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
To qualify at the Guiness Book of records attempt 
for Breastfest 2004, to be held around Australia on Friday August 6th mothers 
and babies need to register.  You can do this on-line at http://www.lrc.asn.au/breastfest/breastfest.php
 
For details of breastfest near you go to http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/news/breastfest04.html
 
Not breastfeeding?  We'd still like your help 
and support.  In Melbourne, if you wish to help, e-mail me on [EMAIL PROTECTED]
 
Please feel free to circulate this e-mail through 
your other mothering/parenting/breastfeeding and professional 
networks
 
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool Groupe-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

[ozmidwifery] Happy World Breastfeeding Week!

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
Happy World Breastfeeding Week!
 
The slogan of this World Breastfeeding Week is 
"Breastfeeding: The Gold Standard"
 
On Friday August 6th the Australian Breastfeeding 
Association and other like-minded groups will be hosting "Breastfest 2005"  

In Melbourne we will kick off at 11am with a 
Jellybugs concert.  The "count" for the World Book of Records will be at 12 
noon.  And we'll conclude with the cutting of ABA's 40th Birthday 
cake.
 
You can see the details of a Breastfest near you at 
www.breastfeeding.asn.au and 
follow the links to register on-line (at the moment South Australia apprear to 
have more registered than Melbourne.  Surely that can't be so 
:)
If you're not breastfeeding, please feel welcome to 
attend just to lend your support!
Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

[ozmidwifery] Breastfeeding management

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
The Australian Breastfeeding Association are 
pleased to announce that the new, revised and fabulous edition of "Breastfeeding 
Management" is now available.  To order your copy go to http://www.mothersdirect.com.au/category9_1.htm
 
ABA and LRC subscribers get a 10% discount.  
Trade enquiries are welcome.
 
Love, Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

[ozmidwifery] M&CH and Infant formula

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
Last week I had rather an upsetting 
experience.  I was invited to speak at a meeting of local Maternal and 
Child health nurses about the National Health and Medical Research Council 
guidelines on infant feeding.  I did this in my capacity as a volunteer 
breastfeeding counsellor.
 
I reached the venue at the agreed time, my talk 
well prepared, overheads done (at considerable personal expense ) to 
find..no-one there.  But the table was covered in Nestle sample 
bags,formula samples and empty kit kat wrappers.  The nurses were out 
to lunch..paid for by Nestle.  The first people arrived back 1/2 an 
hour later than I had been asked to attend.  My 20 mnth old daughter was 
also with me, and while she was well-behaved, she had already been "good" for 
1/2 an hour.
 
Is this common practice in Maternal and child 
health in Victoria/Australia.  Does Maternal and child health have a code 
of ethics?  Does this still go on in hospitals (I would have thought 
(hoped) not.  Who would be the most appropriate person/group to complain 
to.  I don't believe health professionals should compromise themselves in 
this way, and it is in complete contravention of the WHO code.  Some of the 
nurses have phoned me personally since then to apologise.  I think they 
could tell I was unimpressed
 
Warm Regards,
Barb 
IBCLC
 
 

[ozmidwifery] Counselling the Breastfeeding Mother workshop

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
The Australian Breastfeeding Association will be 
holding workshops in Melbourne (Nov 13th) and Sydney (Nov 15th) on "Counselling 
the Breastfeeding Mother".  These workshops are designed for Health 
Professionals working with breastfeeding mothers.  These workshops will be 
limited to 30 in each venue.  So get in quick if you are 
interested.
 
To download a registration form, go to www.lrc.asn.au
 
Warm Regards,
Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au

Re: [ozmidwifery] Gary Ezzo

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Dear Lynne,

The Australian Breastfeeding Association would have counsellors in that
area.  You could find some-one local to her by going to
http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/contact/groups.html

and entering the postcode for Orange into the group finder. (scroll down a
bit)
I hope that helps

Warm Regards,
Barb Glare
Counsellor - Warrnambool Vic
ABA Director
Mum of Zac, Daniel, Cassie and Guan.
- Original Message -
From: "leanne wynne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, October 30, 2004 5:20 PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Gary Ezzo


> Dear All,
> Is there a lactation consultant in Orange who can help me. My
sister-in-law
> has a 2 week old daughter and she has been having huge problems with
cracked
> nipples, thrush and and an unsettled baby.
> Today I discovered they have following the advice in Gary Ezzo's book "On
> Becoming Baby Wise". I was horrified!! Of course they think that they have
> been doing the right thing to let the baby cry for hours ... naturally
> nobody in the house has been getting any sleep and everyone is on edge!!
> Can anybody help me?
> Leanne.
>
>
> Leanne Wynne
> Midwife in charge of "Women's Business"
> Mildura Aboriginal Health Service  Mob 0418 371862
>
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[ozmidwifery] Counselling the Breastfeeding mother

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Counselling Skills:
  Workshop 
for Health Professionals
 

  
  

  The 
  Australian Breastfeeding Association Presents 
  
   
  Counselling the Breastfeeding 
  Mother
   
  Melbourne November 
  13th 2004 
  
   
  

  A 
  full-day workshop for health care professionals who work with the 
  breastfeeding mother.
  CERPS 
  points have been applied for and certificates of attendance will be 
  provided.
  Presenters:  Sue Littlechild RM,RN, IBCLC, ABA 
  Counsellor, 
  Elizabeth McGuire BSc IBCLC, 
  Kate 
  Mortensen Grad Dip(Counselling), IBCLC, ABA Counsellor, Barb Glare, BA, 
  Dip Ed, IBCLC ABA counsellor
   
  

   
  

      
  
   
    Program
   
  8.45 – 9am  
  Registration
  9am –Introductions
  9.20 am – Counselling the Breastfeeding 
  mother
   9.50 -- Values 
  Clarification 
  10.30  Morning 
  Tea
  11 am – Ethics and Breastfeeding 
  
  11.30 - Watch your 
  language – what are you really saying?
  12.00 - Counselling 
  skills part 1 
  1pm – Lunch
  2pm - Counselling skills part 
  2
  2.45 Afternoon 
  tea
  3.15 - Know your 
  resources and referral points.
   4pm close
   
  

   
  For more information please 
  download a registration brochure - Melbourne or Sydney, or 
  contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
   
  
   
  The 
  Lactation Resource Centre  
  (LRC) specialises in providing the community and health care 
  industry with comprehensive and readily useable information and resources 
  on all aspects of lactation.
  The LRC was 
  established in 1989 and has grown to become one of the most comprehensive 
  collections of breastfeeding information in the 
  world.
 
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[ozmidwifery] Breastfeedng Calendars

[barbara glare & chris bright]

Hi,
 
The Australian Breastfeeding Association's 
calendars are now available.  This year they are in full colour, and look 
gorgeous.  A fabulous way of promoting breastfeeding in your workplace, 
great gifts and just plain gorgeous to look at.
They are only $15 plus $5 for postage (cheaper 
postage for multiples)  You can order them by simply e-mailing me including 
the quantity and your address.  And I'll invoice you.  Or you can 
order via ABA's LRC website
www.lrc.asn.au
 
Warm Regards,
Barb
Barb GlareMum of Zac, 11, Daniel 9, Cassie 6 
and Guan 1Breastfeeding counsellor ABA Warrnambool GroupDirector, 
Australian Breastfeeding Associatione-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]www.abavic.asn.au