Midwifery Today Trauma

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Modifying Medical Procedure for the Trauma Survivor

by Maryl Smith June 1, 2009

A companion article to “Creating a Safe Space for Healing,” this article gives tips on how to make essential medical procedures as non-threatening as possible for women trauma survivors.

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Creating the Space for Healing: Antepartum Care in Women with Trauma History

by Maryl Smith June 1, 2009

Women who have been abused and traumatized may experience a variety of issues related to pregnancy and birth. Maryl Smith discusses developing awareness of signs and triggers, as well as how to work with such women and help them feel safe. Read more…. Creating the Space for Healing: Antepartum Care in Women with Trauma History

My Traumatic Birth in India

by Ruth Malik September 1, 2008

The author shares how her birth experiences in India led her to create Birth India, a birth network that aims to promote the benefits of natural childbirth and best practices to achieve normal birth. Read more…. My Traumatic Birth in India

Healing the Trauma: Entering Motherhood with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

by Jennifer Jamison Griebenow December 1, 2006

When seeking help, you may be told that you are experiencing the baby blues or PPD, either of which may be present with PTSD. However, along with the typical weepiness, anxiety and depression of PPD, key symptoms of PTSD include insomnia, irritability and angry outbursts, panic attacks, nightmares… Read more…. Healing the Trauma: Entering Motherhood with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)