Re: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins
Yes, she has a copy. But thanks Sonja. On 4/26/06, Sonja Barry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Have you given her a copy of Justine Caines' article High Risk birth - Defined by Whom? found in Birth Matters vol10.1. Sonja - Original Message - From: Lesleycs To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, April 21, 2006 10:42 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options fora friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking forwomen-friendly care. Her holisticbackground combined withinitial visits toGP andobstetricianhasleft her disturbed, defiant,and waryofgetting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some generalinformation about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters',details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire tokeep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Isopen to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is askingfornames of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does shequalify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared careoptions in the area?And if she ispushed to find the money forprivate care how wouldthe cost ofindependent midwifery carecompare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley
Re: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins
Have you given her a copy of Justine Caines' article "High Risk birth - Defined by Whom?" found in Birth Matters vol10.1. Sonja - Original Message - From: Lesleycs To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Sent: Friday, April 21, 2006 10:42 PM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options fora friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking forwomen-friendly care. Her holisticbackground combined withinitial visits toGP andobstetricianhasleft her disturbed, defiant,and waryofgetting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some generalinformation about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters',details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire tokeep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Isopen to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is askingfornames of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does shequalify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared careoptions in the area?And if she ispushed to find the money forprivate care how wouldthe cost ofindependent midwifery carecompare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley
[ozmidwifery] Options for twins
I've passedon the information to the mum-to-be. Thanks to all as it has broadened her options. Lesley
[ozmidwifery] Options for twins
Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options fora friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking forwomen-friendly care. Her holisticbackground combined withinitial visits toGP andobstetricianhasleft her disturbed, defiant,and waryofgetting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some generalinformation about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters',details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire tokeep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Isopen to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is askingfornames of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does shequalify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared careoptions in the area?And if she ispushed to find the money forprivate care how wouldthe cost ofindependent midwifery carecompare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley
RE: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins
Lesley, I supported a twin vaginal birth at Box Hill hospital. It was such a fight but we did it. If you want to contact me off list then I would be glad to give you any help and advice along the way. I could also pass on details of the mother as I am sure she would be happy to chat to her too. Best Regards, Kelly Zantey Creator, BellyBelly.com.au Gentle Solutions From Conception to Parenthood BellyBelly Birth Support - http://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth-support From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of Lesleycs Sent: Friday, 21 April 2006 10:42 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options fora friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking forwomen-friendly care. Her holisticbackground combined withinitial visits toGP andobstetricianhasleft her disturbed, defiant,and waryofgetting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some generalinformation about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters',details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire tokeep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Isopen to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is askingfornames of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does shequalify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared careoptions in the area?And if she ispushed to find the money forprivate care how wouldthe cost ofindependent midwifery carecompare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley
Re: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins
Hi, Homebirth could be an option for this woman if she find practitioners willing to attend. Remember she will receive twice the maternity allowance of $4000 (from July on) so the costs of the homebirth will be covered. My med student daughter only yesterday was with an obstetrician who stated that the only real reason for c/sections was placenta praevias - so encourage the woman to keep that firmly in mind. If the first baby settles head first then there is a very good chance that she can birth the twins vaginally - at home if midwives are willing or in reasonable hospitals if appropriate care and care-providers can be found. Sounds like she has the courage to work for the birth that she wants, so good luck. I'm not familiar with the scene in Melbourne but there is a good lot of support there for women wishing to avoid the obstetric treadmill. Sue Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options for a friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking for women-friendly care. Her holistic background combined with initial visits to GP and obstetrician has left her disturbed, defiant, and wary of getting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some general information about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters', details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire to keep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Is open to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is asking for names of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does she qualify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared care options in the area? And if she is pushed to find the money for private care how would the cost of independent midwifery care compare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Re: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins
Hi Lesley, For inspiration your friends daughter may be interested in a DVD of a homebirth of twins here in Melbourne - fairly recently (a couple of years ago i think). From memory it's called Homebirth of the Malcolm Twins, you could try contacting Davini at ICSM if your interested: http://www.womenofspirit.asn.au/practitioners.html#davini I hope she finds the support she needs. Cate Sue Cookson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Homebirth could be an option for this woman if she find practitioners willing to attend. Remember she will receive twice the maternity allowance of $4000 (from July on) so the costs of the homebirth will be covered. My med student daughter only yesterday was with an obstetrician who stated that the only real reason for c/sections was placenta praevias - so encourage the woman to keep that firmly in mind. If the first baby settles head first then there is a very good chance that she can birth the twins vaginally - at home if midwives are willing or in reasonable hospitals if appropriate care and care-providers can be found. Sounds like she has the courage to work for the birth that she wants, so good luck. I'm not familiar with the scene in Melbourne but there is a good lot of support there for women wishing to avoid the obstetric treadmill. Sue Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options for a friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking for women-friendly care. Her holistic background combined with initial visits to GP and obstetrician has left her disturbed, defiant, and wary of getting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some general information about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters', details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire to keep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Is open to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is asking for names of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does she qualify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared care options in the area? And if she is pushed to find the money for private care how would the cost of independent midwifery care compare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit http://www.acegraphics.com.au to subscribe or unsubscribe.
RE: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins
There is a ' woman friendly' doctor at Ferntree Gully. Contact off list for name if interested. Maureen -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Kelly @ BellyBellySent: Saturday, 22 April 2006 8:23 AMTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: RE: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins Lesley, I supported a twin vaginal birth at Box Hill hospital. It was such a fight but we did it. If you want to contact me off list then I would be glad to give you any help and advice along the way. I could also pass on details of the mother as I am sure she would be happy to chat to her too. Best Regards,Kelly ZanteyCreator, BellyBelly.com.au Gentle Solutions From Conception to ParenthoodBellyBelly Birth Support - http://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth-support From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of LesleycsSent: Friday, 21 April 2006 10:42 PMTo: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: [ozmidwifery] Options for twins Dear list, I hope you can suggest a few options fora friend's daughter who is pregnant with twins and looking forwomen-friendly care. Her holisticbackground combined withinitial visits toGP andobstetricianhasleft her disturbed, defiant,and waryofgetting caught up in the system. But she is unsure of her options. I've given her some generalinformation about multiples (from 'Midwifery Matters', UK Midwifery archives, this list, AIMS, 'Birth Matters',details of MIPP etc.) together with some very-much-needed positive twin birth stories - all of which has affirmed her strong desire tokeep this pregnancy and birth normal. She lives in outer S.E. suburbs of Melbourne. Isopen to independent midwifery care, although money is an issue. Also no private health insurance. She's feels limited in her options and pushed to obstetric care by default, and is askingfornames of women-friendly practitioners. (Heard there was someone out Warrigal way?) What are her options? As 'high risk' does shequalify for any midwifery care programs? Are there any decent public shared careoptions in the area?And if she ispushed to find the money forprivate care how wouldthe cost ofindependent midwifery carecompare with an obstetrician? Any suggestions most welcome at this stage. Many thanks, Lesley
