Spring 1991 Theme:  Beliefs Shape Midwifery “Midwifery is an act of faith,” writes Suzanne Arms in Issue 17, and in conjunction with her article, other authors examine this phenomenon from many angles and points of view. Additional articles take a look at circumcision, midwifery in Japan and fascinating birth-related cultural beliefs in Mexico. Folic acid… Read more…. Issue 17

Winter 1990 Theme: Infectious Disease Print issue out of stock.

Autumn 1990 Theme: Protocols Print issue out of stock. Articles Toward Equilibrium,by Jan Tritten Protocols: Standards Meeting Needs, by Jill Cohen Pedestals, by Katherine Jensen

Summer 1990 Theme:  Keeping Midwifery Alive “Epidurals rip women off of an opportunity to experience themselves as competent adults,” a certified nurse-midwife remarks. An extensive and definitive article on epidural and its immediate and long-term effects on birth, the woman’s partner, family, her self-esteem, and much more highlight Issue 14. Various authors also take both… Read more…. Issue 14

Spring 1990 Theme: Cross Cultural Birthing Cross-cultural birthing is described in Issue 13, which takes us on a visit to the Peruvian Andes and to Tunisia, introduces us to various African tribes and gives us a warm look at midwifery in an Arab-American community in Detroit. Ketonuria, homebirth and breastfeeding through toddlerhood are other topics that… Read more…. Issue 13

Winter 1989 Theme: Dystocia & Labor Dystocia Print issue out of stock.

Autumn 1989 Theme: Childbirth Educator Print issue out of stock.

Summer 1989 Theme: Blood and Bleeding Buy this issue

Spring 1989 Theme:  Midwifery Yesterday Since jaundice is a somewhat common problem in newborns, is home phototherapy an option? This alternative gets a close look in Issue 9, as does the challenge of communicating effectively with clients during pelvic exams. A startling story of an insurance company dictating compulsory cesareans discusses in detail the outdated… Read more…. Issue 9

Winter 1988 Theme: Fathers This issue features the dramatic story of how a talented and dedicated doctor who was supportive of midwives was driven from her practice. In addition, a mom tells how to resolve issues having to do with a past cesarean so a VBAC can be a reality; a midwife gives us a… Read more…. Issue 8

Autumn 1988 Theme: Psychologically at Risk This thought-provoking issue takes a careful look at the psychologically at-risk client. An American woman imprisoned in Tijuana, Mexico is both apprehensive and delighted when she discovers she is pregnant: Read about her experience in prison in Issue 7, then flip to the extensive article “Healing the Couple” and… Read more…. Issue 7

Summer 1988 Theme: Breastfeeding Issue Print issue out of stock.