by Jan Tritten EDITORIAL 2010.1.29 Read this editorial from the Winter issue of Midwifery Today magazine. "In June of [2009], the United Nations Human Rights Council adopted a landmark resolution acknowledging maternal mortality and morbidity as a human rights issue. The adoption of this resolution prods governments to ‘change the way they view maternal death—that is, as a human rights issue no less serious than executions, arbitrary detentions, or torture.’" READ MORE… by Marion Toepke McLean ARTICLE 2010.1.15 "Jennifer Braun, Colorado midwife and director of International Midwife Assistance and the Teso Safe Motherhood Clinic, was at her desk in the clinic in Soroti, Uganda, one morning, focused on paperwork. Jennifer had once told me, “I don’t do births in Africa,” leaving this to an excellent staff of Ugandan midwives. But on that lucky morning, she got a stuck baby born and saved a life." READ MORE… by Maryl Smith ARTICLE 2009.12.11 This article on the H1N1 flu and vaccines regarding pregnant women addresses such questions as, “I have heard that the H1N1 Flu carries more risk when I am pregnant. Is this true?” “What about risks to my baby?” “How likely is it that a serious complication will occur if I get H1N1 while I'm pregnant?” and “Are antiviral drugs really safe in pregnancy?” READ MORE… REVIEW 2009.12.9  Review by Cheryl K. Smith. This documentary is an engaging and fantastic follow-up to Ricki Lake's The Business of Being Born, and speaks to the growing alarm of parents in the US over the hijacking of birth by obstetricians and the health care system in general. Directed by Steve Buonaugurio and produced by Betsy Chasse. READ MORE…
by Sister MorningStar ARTICLE 2009.10.20 “Estrellita (Little Star),” she said slowly. “I’m old and can’t do what I used to. The young ones don’t want to walk in our path (meaning they don’t want to become midwives). They don’t want a chicken and some eggs for all their time and labor.” READ MORE… |  | | | FEATURED PRODUCT 2010.2.8 NEW!  Put excitement on your walls with four colorful Mexican art prints celebrating birth and midwifery. These lively creations make a fine gift for your midwife or doula. VIEW PRODUCT…
MIDWIFERY EDUCATION 2009.10.30  Are you an aspiring midwife who's looking for the right school? Are you a practicing midwife who would like learn more? Visit our Education Opportunities page to discover ways to start or continue your education. LEARN MORE…
Trick of the TradeWEEKLY FEATURE 2010.2.7 NEW!  If a woman is holding back because she is afraid of passing a stool, suggest she sit on the toilet and push. Then offer her a bed pan AND some privacy.
— Anon., E-News 2:10 Quotable QuoteWEEKLY FEATURE 2010.2.7 NEW! The reverent pleasure of attending births is an equal trade-off for personal forfeitures. — Karen Parker by Jeramie Peacock ARTICLE 2009.11.4 As midwives consider the potential impact of the new H1N1 Flu virus on our clients, it serves us well to consider modalities and options for preventative treatment. Although the mainstream is pro-vaccination, there are many varied opinions on the matter to take into account. READ MORE… |
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