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Comment on Promoting midwifery in Spain by marianne chimi

marianne chimi — Fri, 06 Aug 2004 12:17:02 +0000

Hi, I came across this while looking for midwives in Valencia. I am a Doula working in the USA now and I am planning on moving to Valencia in March 2004, Im wanting to find an apprenticeship there or maybe even a position in a birthing center, I wonder if you have any advice or could give me any names or people to talk to ? Thanks so much, Marianne

Comment on Grantly Dick-Read and the foundations of hypnobirthing by Martin Wagner

Martin Wagner — Tue, 03 Aug 2004 01:23:14 +0000

Forgive this commercial interruption, but the CD Andrea is referring to is called ‘Natural Childbirth’ and will be available from http://www.pinterandmartin.com from September - Grantly Dick-Read’s Childbirth without Fear will be available from Birth International and Pinter & Martin Sep 6 - All the best, Martin

Comment on “Pelvic arthropathy” by SVLVW

SVLVW — Sun, 01 Aug 2004 23:09:49 +0000

I have been quite upset at the ignorance concerning this so called blessing in disguise,”pelvic arthropathy”.I myself,who granted doesn’t enjoy the best of health at all being a long suffering M.E victim,have had 7months now to “mend” after a long9months crawling around in extreme pain on hands&knees&in the end wheelchair bound due to this “condition”.I greatly sympathize with ladies who have been through the same as this “natural aid” can be a very painfull,exhausting&sometimes depressing part of some pregnancies ,robbing of the true joy that one hopes to have.In my case the problem showed up from 11wks!!I cannot express the grief it brought in what was already a very trying time with such ill health already,however M.E or not the problem was a real one and i was never offered surgery despite the efforts of family and friends.My pelvis still is not right and i loose sleep with pain and other problems that stem from it but I live in hope!My case may be extreme i know so i feel that relatively strong and healthy ladies need not fret nor opt for surgery as pelvic arthropthay aids delivery of baby.But please ,be easy on those sufferers it’s really not that pleasant.

Comment on Bachelor of Midwifery Courses by Kim B

Kim B — Sat, 17 Jul 2004 02:30:50 +0000

I can relate to Mels comment (Oct 17 2003) I too have two young children and would love to study part time to gain a Batchelor of Midwifery. I too thought - I’ve finally found the career Ive always wanted and can escape the corporate world once and for all! Unfortunately I find it impossible to undertake a full time nursing course in order to study midwifery. Is their any direst midwifery courses available in Qld?

Comment on Hypnobirthing by pop up block

pop up block — Sat, 17 Jul 2004 00:04:08 +0000

I’m new to this site, just browsing around

Comment on Male midwives ? by Graham Keane

Graham Keane — Sun, 11 Jul 2004 09:50:30 +0000

I have read with interest the comments made in this discussion on midwives that are male, in may of 1980 I with my wife and 3 children travelled from New Zealand to Stirling Scotland for me a mere male to train as a Midwife. I personally have to put the Midwife/Nurse before Male, as it the role and priveledge of that role that has such signifigance, people with people supporting each other with the deepest of Love for our humankind. On meeeting another person we make an immediate connection establishing rapport, as nurses and midwives this developes to a high level where a unobtrusive relationship occurs that is based on respect leading to trust. For me I practiced as a midwife for approximately 10years following my training both in a clinical and education role and after a long period of practising in adged care and nursing management wish to return to midwifery. I strongly feel that there is a place for men in midwifery, as males we need to support men in there role as father and supporter of the mother. To compare an Obstetrian that is male and a midwife that is male as equal or simmilar,I find difficult midwifery has a different level of emotional intimacy and suppport to the woman and her family. Scott, I wish you well in your journey of lifes learrning and yes to have a fellow male acknowledge in whatever way your experience in loss even by a glance is so important. For me Males do have an important part to play as midwives.

Comment on Promoting midwifery in Spain by Jenni Walford

Jenni Walford — Fri, 09 Jul 2004 18:25:40 +0000

Dear Andrea

As a British woman living in Spain and hoping to start a family soon, I was rather disturbed at my lack of options. (Fortunately, I live in Valencia so have Acuario nearby). During my investigations I found a fairly new group called “El Parto es Nuestro”. The president is Francisca Fernandez, a lawyer from Madrid. They are dedicated to promoting humanised birth and offering support to women who’ve had traumatic births.

The website is http://www.elpartoesnuestro.org (although it’s not finished yet) The mailing list for organisational matters is:
http://es.groups.yahoo.com/group/AsociacionEPEN/

and support group/general info list:http://www.eListas.net/lista/apoyocesareas

http://www.crianzanatural.com also has chat and messageboards related to natural birth and breast feeding.

Through these lists and the group http://www.nacerencasa.org, women in Spain can discuss the current situation is in hospitals around the country, find midwives who assist homebirths, share experiences/advice.

Things are moving very slowly. On the 25 and 26 of June there was a conference here in Valencia hosted by the group FEDLAMA (who promote breast feeding) with speakers such as Enrique Lebrero from Acuario, Dr, Isidro Vitorio, Dr. Longinos Aceituno…which I hear was a great success.

This is the first time I’ve visited this site and I was very interested in your entries on Spain. I’m sure everybody on the lists would love to hear from you about your experiences and any advice you have!

Best wishes,
Jenni Walford

Comment on Pregnant Barbie! by irene

irene — Thu, 08 Jul 2004 21:46:36 +0000

i always wanted barbie happy family.but i don’t like barbie that much.

Comment on More on midwifery in Spain by Mandy Varley

Mandy Varley — Thu, 08 Jul 2004 09:40:53 +0000

Dear Andrea

I wonder if you can help me.

I am going to be studying for the Diploma in Midwifery in March 05. My longterm plan for myself and my family is that we will be moving to spain after my training.

My query is are Midwifes recognised in Spain? I have been told on a number of occassions that only doctors attend the deliveries and that Midwifery lead care is unheard of.

I am so excited about doing my training but feel all of the hard work will be a waste of time if I wont be able to put it fully into practise.

Are you able to clarify the situation for me.

Kindest regards

Mandy Varley

Comment on Bachelor of Midwifery Courses by Karen

Karen — Sun, 04 Jul 2004 05:11:13 +0000

Hi,
I currently work full-time in another field, but would like to do the midwifery course. I would be interested to hear from anyone that has managed to give up full-time employment and a good wage, to go back to school and study full-time. How did you manage financially?

Thanks Karen