Midwifery
Appendices 1-5: The Midwife and the Bereaved Family
These appendices outline numerous topics in which the midwife can offer further support not only to family members but also to themselves. It also clarifies information about different cultures and religions...
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Subsequent Pregnancy
This chapter focuses on what to expect in a tentative pregnancy and the role a midwife plays in a subsequent pregnancy. It guides them through all stages from antenatal care to the postpartum stages...
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Walking on Eggshells-Postnatal Depression and the Subsequent Parenting for Men
This chapter highlights the need to develop a body of knowledge about men's health that goes beyond the mainstream concerns of physical wellbeing...
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Explanatory Models about Maternal and Infant Health and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome among Asian-born Mothers
In this chapter, we explore explanatory models of maternal and infant health among Asian-born women living in the State of Victoria, Australia.
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Organising a New Volunteer Program
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Antenatal & Birthing Beliefs & Practices of Cambodian Women
This chapter provides information on beliefs and practices of Cambodian women in relation to birthing and antenatal care and how these affect their lifestyle when living in a new country with a different health care system.
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Vulval & Vaginal Health & Obstetric Challenges For Midwives
This lecture provides information on vulval and vaginal health and obstetric challenges for practicing midwives. Adverse vulvo-vaginal conditions which influence clinical decisions are described in detail.
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When I Had My Baby Here!
In this chapter the experiences of several Hmong and Vietnamese women who had their babies in Australian maternity hospitals are examined. The chapter is divided into three main areas: Pregnancy, Birth, and Confinement.
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Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
Gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) is a group of interrelated conditions originating from the chorionic portion of the placenta. This chapter explores GTD; its incidence, diagnosis, management and more...
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Late Pregnancy Loss
This chapter explores the tragedy of late pregnancy loss and each situation which could possibly occur before, during and after the loss...
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Healthy Fatherhood
This chapter discusses the current status, role and function of men as fathers. It also presents the point of view of health professionals and fathers...
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Living with HIV/AIDS
This chapter follows a man living with HIV/AIDS. In a highly personal manner, it describes in detail all elements of dealing with the virus and delves into working and socialising with HIV/AIDS...
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Pregnancy & Birth in Intercultural Settings
In this introduction, rituals of birth and confinement are discussed, drawing attention to both the commonalities and the differences among Asian women.
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A Helping Hand: The Nursing and Midwifery Health Program
This lecture acknowledges the high percentage of nurses and midwives who have mental health issues. The nursing and midwifery health program in Victoria, Australia, is described.
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Childbearing Practices of Chinese women
This chapter presents the childbearing practices of Chinese women within the context of their cultural world views. It discusses their practices within their social and historical contexts.
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Complementary Therapies in Midwifery Practice
This chapter describes the background to the inclusion of aromatherapy in midwifery, and gives practical advice about useful essential oils, their effects, and precautions to be taken...
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Early Pregnancy Loss
This chapter outlines and explains the needs of the parents and the support networks that are available to them. It guides midwives on how to handle each situation so that the parents are dealt with in the most sensitive and respectful way possible...
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End Matter - The Midwife and the Bereaved Family
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Male Sterilisation: Changing the Culture of Families
This chapter discusses the choices and issues and implications surrounding male sterilisation in the form of vasectomy...
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Perceptions and experiences of Antenatal care among Lao, Cambodian and Vietnamese Women, The
Antenatal care is a main factor in preventing low birthweight as well as other difficult pregnancy outcomes. Studies have revealed that disadvantaged groups are least likely to utilise antenatal care.
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