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Embracing Birth South Gippsland

Locality: Inverloch, Victoria

Phone: +61 433 546 775

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25.01.2022 #HomebirthAwarenessWeek2020 Because of contemporary cultural messages about how dangerous birth is, I can understand why homebirth is not an option many women c...onsider. Nonetheless research around the world suggests it’s one that should be more widely considered. Recent Australian research comparing home and hospital births tells the story: for low-risk women choosing homebirth we see no increased risk for babies, but stark differences in intervention rates. Of the women who planned homebirth 10% transferred to hospital for necessary interventions, emergency caesarean 2.5%, instrumental birth 2.5%, epidural 3.2%, episiotomy 2.9%. In contrast, for low-risk women choosing hospital the rates were caesarean 12.5%, instrumental birth 17.5%, epidural 27.5%, episiotomy 21.2%. Merely by choosing a hospital, a low-risk woman increases her chances of intervention. Of the homebirth women 95% had spontaneous vaginal births, while only 70% of women birthing in hospital did. This difference between 95% and 70% might already seem stark but it’s important to note, too, that the figure of 70% for spontaneous vaginal births in hospital doesn’t equate to normal physiological birth. It merely means the baby was born vaginally without the use of forceps or vacuum, so this 70% statistic can also include induction, augmentation, artificial rupture of membranes, managed third stage and other procedures. In contrast, the spontaneous vaginal birth statistic of 95% for women choosing homebirth equates predominantly to normal physiological birth. These positive stats are reflective of homebirth research worldwide. Yet in Australia, in contrast to other countries and despite the evidence of its safety and benefits, homebirth is neither routinely promoted nor easily accessible. Hence the need for an ‘awareness week’ and for me to maintain my passion for promoting homebirth. Happy Homebirth Awareness Week 2020!

16.01.2022 This looks like a perfect way to connect with new mums.

13.01.2022 My PhD is 11 years old today To sum up 90,000 ish words in a few lines, it looked at mothers experiences of feeding their baby and whether (and why) they trie...d to use a strict feeding routine (like to the clock every 3 or 4 hours) alongside things like monitoring milk intake. Short version ... trying to use a routine didn’t usually end well for breastfeeding mums and babies. It was associated with stopping breastfeeding earlier than planned, a lower milk supply and feeding difficulties. Women ended up trying to breastfeed to a routine because they were worried their baby was feeding too much or that they ‘should’ be put in a routine. The idea of a good baby or being told their baby was manipulating them was common. But it ended with them stopping feeding and feeling awful about it. Babies naturally breastfeed really often and not to the clock. It’s their food, drink and comfort wrapped into one. They have tiny tummies and a good ability to know when they are hungry and full. And anyway, how many of us as adults eat and drink to a routine? Feeding responsively I.e whenever your baby wants to feed is linked to a better milk supply and fewer feeding difficulties. Babies can’t manipulate you. They’re just making sure their needs are met. Anyway, I’ve spent the last 11 years banging on about this. Could we change the subject now please & everyone just accept babies have a right to eat or drink when they need it? If we’re not limiting adults from another cup of tea, why are we limiting babies?! Looking at you certain baby book authors

13.01.2022 More helpful info for Dads and Homebirth http://www.homebirth.org.uk/blokesven.htm

13.01.2022 Homebirth is a safe choice. Investigate for yourself.

09.01.2022 Alecia, our Director has been busy collecting interviews from researchers, women and health professionals for her podcast- Birth, the forgotten feminist issue. ...If you know a woman preparing for birth, midwives, a current consumer or other birth professionals feel free to share, tag, or have a listen yourself. Episode 1- Justine Caines OAM Episode 2- Ellen O'Keefe, Maternal Health Matters Episode 3- Prof. Jenny Gamble, Transforming Maternity Care Episode 4- Dr Belinda Barnett Episode 5, Kristyn Begnell, Bunting for Birthrights Episode 6- Prof. Hannah Dahlen Here on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bHPMCtZ7B3GhafyYotbL0

09.01.2022 Dads may think breastfeeding means spending less time with bub, but feeding is only a small part of being a parent. There are many other ways for dads to be involved.

05.01.2022 5 hours labour. . . 41 weeks gestation. .... . 42 years of age. . . As a 43 year old homebirther, I think this is cool. . . Reposted from @midwifejohunter BIRTH: it’s outrageous what happens when you leave it alone. (I particularly like the last hashtag Jerusha ) #repost @jerushasutton ...... @jerushasutton: Meet Amy. Just shy of 42 years old. First baby. Homebirth. 41 weeks gestation. Rocked a 5 hour labour. In Amy’s words.... I had to do A LOT of mental preparation and re-education around the normality of labour and birth after many years of being an institutionalised hospital based midwife who was too scared to have her baby in a hospital setting During her pregnancy and re-education she found inspiration and strength from @badassmotherbirther (like many clever women do - we love you Flor!). And earlier in the labour her hilariously gorgeous partner Pete printed her a special mantra for her birthing space - scroll through and check it out. What he wrote was right, there absolutely was a BADASS MOTHER BIRTHER IN THE HOUSE. Welcome to the world Charlotte Sophia. Mama: @amydewall Midwives: @midwifejohunter @athenadeehammond Photography: @jerushasutton #birth #homebirth #waterbirth #midwife #birthphotography #birthphotographer #badassmotherbirther #advancedmaternalage #advancedmaternalagemyass

01.01.2022 I sense the joy when I speak to pregnant women over the phone about their hopes and dreams to birth at home, I hear the excitement rise as they talk further and claim this journey for their own and then I feel the utter deflation as they call me back to say their partner won’t support them in their dreams. If this is your experience you are not alone and this post may be helpful. https://evelynojeda.com/facing-the-spousal-objection/