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	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA - April 2010 The theme of this conference is “Trends and Traditions in Midwifery and Birth” Come and learn from teachers such as Ina May Gaskin, Gail Hart, Michel Odent, Elizabeth Davis and Marsden Wagner.	WANTED HOME WORKERS... by laxkus 07-30-2010 1:41 AM	10	34
	Strasbourg, France September 29 – October 3, 2010 “Birth Is a Human Rights Issue” The right to have the most joyous and healthy pregnancy, birth and postpartum time possible should be a human right for both mother and baby. This conference is going to be an exceedingly powerful event. We will bring Birth Rights into the human rights arena.	View the full conference... by Donna 07-08-2010 12:06 PM	1	1

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Midwife Chat Tell birth stories, ask questions, start discussions. Talk about what it is like to be a midwife. Introduce yourself here.	Re: where has all... by Brlnbabies 07-29-2010 7:51 PM	130	828
Aspiring - Student - Apprentice Midwife Chat Welcome to midwifery! Share your calling here. Talk about how to become a midwife: programs, routes of entry, and the joys and difficulties of becoming a midwife. Midwives, please join and mentor the future midwives. This forum includes discussions on education: schools, preceptorships and apprenticeships.	Studying in other... by lexc 07-29-2010 12:49 AM	100	505
Doula and Childbirth Educator Chat Tell birth stories, ask questions, start discussions. Talk about what it is like to be a doula or CBE. Introduce yourself here.	Re: Attended 3rd... by Brlnbabies 07-27-2010 4:42 AM	32	243
Grief, Loss and Trauma A place to discuss the emotional impact of pregnancy loss and other unexpected outcomes. How can midwives, doulas, and other birth practitioners best support those who grieve? Pregnancy and Birth can be a time of healing and an emotionally trying time for a survivor of abuse or rape. Share your thoughts, ideas and support here.	A Mother’s Loss... by mybodymyself 04-22-2010 6:29 PM	7	62
Legal Battles and Birth Politics This might be the hardest part of being a midwife or doula. Let others know what you are dealing with. Share your opinions.	Re: Licensure in... by lifeAgift 07-28-2010 4:50 PM	45	274
International Midwifery Share what is going on in your country, international projects you are working on, wonderful people you have met or trips you have taken.	looking for volunteer... by nicole.sata 07-28-2010 11:38 AM	35	169
Experiments and Questions Use this forum to try things out. You can also use it to post questions about the forums and the Community Site in general. If you have problems or want to report abuse/misuse, email community@midwiferytoday.com	Freelance Writing by mybodymyself 07-16-2010 4:11 PM	33	175
Parenting and Families (mothers, fathers, children, grandparents) Parenting enhances your children's development and sensitivity as well as their ability to love, trust, and be independent. Share your information, questions and concerns.	Re: Foreskins for... by GloriaLemay 07-24-2010 2:11 PM	43	331

Birth Care Discussions

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Pregnancy and Prenatal Care Ask questions about pregnancy. Share the joys and difficulties. Midwives, tell us about what you do in prenatal care and how you care for women.	Re: Unicornuate... by midwifea 07-19-2010 9:08 AM	73	504
Waterbirth Have you had a waterbirth? Are you a waterbirth midwife? Share your thoughts.	Re: The "water"... by RobsGirl 06-01-2010 5:14 AM	8	62
Homebirth Homebirth: It's not just a place, it's a way to birth that empowers women and safeguards babies' health for a lifetime.	Re: Home births... by marlenecpm 06-09-2010 8:12 AM	20	117
Interventions Interventions and technology are a threat to the normal birth process, but sometimes save lives. How do we deal appropriately with this double-edged sword? Share your ideas, rants and raves	Re: High Risk without... by marlenecpm 05-29-2010 1:14 PM	14	58
Birth Complications Discuss ways to prevent, recognize and manage shoulder dystocia, breech and other complications. Share your stories, tricks of the trade, and heartfelt accounts.	Re: Placenta Previa... by ethan01 03-19-2010 5:38 AM	17	159
Labor, Birth and Postpartum Birth is a normal and beautiful process, truly a miracle. Share your thoughts and questions here. Midwives and doulas, what do you do at a birth? What is your philosophy of birth? This is also the place to tell us how you handle postpartum care. What insights do you have about this important time right after birth? Mothers, what can practitioners do to better serve you in this time?	Re: Group A Strep... by worstfriend 07-22-2010 12:36 PM	39	320
VBAC and Cesarean Prevention Current evidence shows that the majority of women can have safe vaginal births after prior cesareans. Share your knowledge and experience here. Also share your tips for preventing cesareans in the first place. Mothers, share your experiences.	The Rising Rate... by mybodymyself 06-28-2010 12:39 PM	26	122
Wholistic Care Discuss the use of natural remedies and wholistic healing modalities such as herbs, nutrition, massage, chiropractic and homeopathy.	Colloidal Silver... by Brlnbabies 01-29-2010 7:00 AM	7	37
Breastfeeding Share information, questions and concerns about breastfeeding.	Re: cold laser for... by midwifea 07-17-2010 9:25 AM	44	311
Well-Woman Care As midwives, our service to women is not just about birth. In this forum you can discuss hormone replacement therapy; the efficacy of mammograms; the causes of breast cancer; and all the other important issues affecting women's health. This is also the place to discuss conception and fertility.	Re: Hashimoto's... by RobsGirl 07-26-2010 8:03 AM	57	600

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