Category Archives: Midwifery
Midwifery in Australia is poised for a number of exciting developments, after years of struggle for recognition. Birth International has sponsored many visits to Australia by overseas speakers, all of whom have been instrumental in achieving change in their own countries so that women and babies have better birth experiences and the midwifery profession gains its rightful place in the health services.Their insights have provided direction and ideas for midwives in Australia, who have adapted and developed the new systems that will come into operation in 2010.
The following articles chart the progress of midwifery in a number of countries and also offer insights into midwifery practice and its impact on birth outcomes. A number of these articles were presented at an important series of seminars with the overall title of “Future Birth” that was sponsored by Birth International every two years from 1992 until 2009.
Whether you are a private-practising, hospital-based or student midwife, this section of our site aims to provide you with an informative source of midwifery articles. It addresses current issues and topics of interest to the profession. We have a focus on raising the standard of care for women and babies. Therefore, we aim to bring you midwifery articles which promote reflection on current practice and encourage continuous improvement. We also highlight issues of rising concern.
We welcome your article suggestions for inclusion in this section of our site..
Breastfeeding Education
How do you educate women and their families about breastfeeding? What are your favourite teaching...
Mar
Birth International Fetal Dolls
Did I think I’d be designing fetal dolls eight years ago? Well, no, I didn’t....
Mar
The Midwifery Duo
Two of our most loved books are Empowering Women and The Midwives Companion. This is...
Feb
Three of the most used tools of a midwife
We’re excited to offer you a glimpse into the heart of our director Jane Palmer’s...
Feb
What does TGA-registered mean as a midwife?
Have you purchased midwifery equipment overseas? Do you shop online for your midwifery supplies? Are...
Feb
A message from our Managing Director Jane
Since 1991 I’ve been a childbirth educator. Childbirth education has been a passion of mine...
Feb
Continuity of Care
Guiding Expectant Mothers: The Crucial Role of Midwifery Care Embarking on the delicate journey of...
Feb
Testing our Perineal Suture Model
In response to the frequent inquiry about the durability of our perineal suture model, our...
Jan
Getting Into a Birth Pool
Getting into a birth pool may seem simple, but safety considerations should be considered. Contrary...
Jan
Midwifery is
Midwifery: Skillful, Compassionate Care Across the Continuum Midwifery is the art of providing skilful, knowledgeable,...
Jan
Future Workshops
What future workshops would you like to see Birth International presenting in this coming new...
Jan
Capturing a precious moment in Kenya
Capturing a precious moment in Kenya. Our fetal dolls bring comfort, connection, and education, bridging...
Dec
What is a Midwife?
The word ‘midwife’ is from Anglo-Saxon words; mid = with, wif = woman. In English...
Dec
Midwifery Documentation and Forms
Obtaining the required midwifery documentation and forms as a privately practicing midwife in Australia can...
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Oct