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 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… 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… by Brandi Wood ARTICLE 2009.10.9 "Recently a knowledgeable friend and I were discussing traditional midwifery. She challenged my foundational views about this subject, made valid points and even raised the question for me: Am I a traditional midwife? I have often considered myself a modern direct entry midwife. I decided I needed to do more research on what a traditional midwife was and is." READ MORE… by Jan Tritten EDITORIAL 2009.10.1 We are losing the knowledge and wisdom of traditional midwifery as fast as we are losing the rainforest. Just as we are discovering this incredible knowledge base, it is disappearing. We can do better, and in some places we are. Instead of extending a helping hand, we often come in with our ideas, taking over another culture with our medicalized one. Respect is a keyword here. We have so very much to learn from these midwives, who in many places are dying out. In other places they are being pushed out or replaced with a medical practitioner. READ MORE… |  | | | FEATURED PRODUCT 2009.12.1  The With Woman Appointment and Resource Book is just what you need. This handy spiral bound book lets you record 15 months of appointments and is perfect for midwives, doulas, childbirth educators and lactation consultants. You'll appreciate the reference guides and resources, the place for listing client information and the handy pocket in the back that can hold business cards or a gestational wheel. If you're a student it can help you keep track of your prenatals, births and postpartem visits. Not a midwife? With Woman makes a great gift for someone who is. VIEW PRODUCT…
SPECIAL 2009.12.1 Check out the Online Holiday Coupon Page to find out how you can save $10 or $20 on your Midwifery Today order. Or, save $5 on a Midwifery Today subscription. Be sure to take advantage of these special offers during the Holiday shopping season. LEARN MORE… 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 2009.12.20 NEW!  Rice socks that can be heated to make hot packs are quite heavy if they are large enough to retain heat well. I use old-fashioned oats in mine, filled quite full. Sometimes I add herbs, but usually I don't. It smells clean and sweet when heated, retains the heat well, and weighs considerably less. I also sew small loops of elastic at the ends so the mom can either hold it in place if she wants, or monitor belts can be used. For even more heat retention, I make a flannel sheath that Velcros at one end, and the elastic loops slip through.
— Pam Martin, E-News 1:53 Quotable QuoteWEEKLY FEATURE 2009.12.20 NEW! Birth is not logical. — Gloria Lemay LETTER 2009.5.13 National and state disaster preparedness plans have not given much attention to childbirth in the midst of any disaster, including an epidemic. The Big Push has addressed this issue in a new “PushNews.” You can read it here. With health care reform around the corner, this is a great time to write letters to the editor, or op ed pieces for your local newspaper, and this is a newsworthy angle. If you haven't already, to take a look at the Big Push website here. The Big Push for Midwives is “a nationally coordinated campaign to advocate for regulation and licensure of Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.” [ from Susan Hodges, Citizens for Midwifery ] GO TO SITE… |
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