RE: Re: [ozmidwifery] new centrelink forms

I admire anyone having a free birth. I can understand your frustration with centrelink. But do not despair, they do this to everyone, and not just centrelink. I have had similar experiences with government and private businesses, schools, hospitals. Everyone seems to want to make things as hard as

[ozmidwifery] Internet use in Pregnancy Questionnaire

Dear Midwifery ColleaguesI am currently undertaking a PhD at the University of Ulster, Northern Ireland. My supervisors are Dr Marlene Sinclair and Professor W. George Kernohan.Part of my study is focussed on midwives experience of pregnant women using the Internet. If you are a midwife

[ozmidwifery] Gastro Labour

Hello all, I have a woman whos due for an induction on Tuesday due to cholestasis but showing signs of being in early labour (which is great if we can avoid induction). Problem is her children have gastro and tonight shes started vomiting and has diahorrea so shes very, very anxious and

Re: [ozmidwifery] Introducing solids too early

Title: Re: [ozmidwifery] Introducing solids too early Thanks Carol, It looks georgeous! I think I'll order one and check it out. I did actually send a wholesale enquiry already to the publisher. What kind of feed back have you got about the book? Päivi - Original Message -

Re: [ozmidwifery] Gastro Labour

Hello Kelly, The very first thing is to help her manage her anxiety (emotional self) constructively and focus on being well and birthing her healthy baby in a wonderful way. The hormones liberated by anxiety, depending on which tack she is on, if she is resistent and focused on problems

RE: [ozmidwifery] Gastro Labour

Hi Kelly, It is important that the woman is adequately hydrated going into birth, so she may need intravenous fluids. It is important that the hospital knows that the children have gastro, as they may be concerned that this is a worsening of the liver disease. She would be better off

RE: [ozmidwifery] Gastro Labour

Sorry I meant Nicole and Carolyn! 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: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nicole

RE: [ozmidwifery] Gastro Labour

Thanks so much Nicole and Pivi, no word since 11pm last night so I am assuming that she is only having the I/V fluids which is a relief. She doesnt like interrupting me at night which I tried to stress that its my job and she can call me anytime, but I expect an update shortly will let

[ozmidwifery] Birthing units on North Shore

I have an American friend living near Collaroy on Sydney Northern Beaches that is 9 weeks pregnant. She wants midwifery led care and will have to pay her way as she is not covered by Medicare. Her medical insurance will cover costs for her. What care is available for her around that area?

[ozmidwifery] Synto heart problems?

I have a question from one of my forum Moderators, just wondering what your thoughts were: Hi Kelly Just wondering if you would know the answer to this. I know how busy you are, but thought you'd be the best to ask. No hurry with the answer... I have been to the doctor tonight