Tag Archives: Australia

Birthing the Placenta: women’s decisions and experiences

Posted on April 30, 2019 by

We have just published new research findings. You can access the full journal article free here: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth There has been a lot of research exploring the outcomes related to interventions during the birth of the placenta. I … Continue reading →

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The Perineal ‘Bundle’ and Midwifery

Posted on May 9, 2018 by

Updated: July 2019 I’ve tried to avoid tackling this issue for months now but it won’t go away. It seems that the ‘bundle’ is one of the main topics of concern amongst midwives and students at the moment. So here … Continue reading →

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The Future of Midwifery and Homebirth in Australia?

Posted on January 2, 2014 by

Updated: April 2017 A lot of changes have occurred in Australian midwifery over the last few years, and I think many midwives and women are unsure or confused by them. I am going to attempt to make a clear and coherent summary … Continue reading →

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