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A consensus statement Vitamin K prophylaxis in the newborn

By Fetus and Newborn Committee of the Paediatric Society of New Zealand, New Zealand College of Midwives, New Zealand Nurses Organisation, Royal New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
on Monday, 01 Jan 2001 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 23

The Fetus and Newborn Committee of the Paediatric Society of New Zealand issued a statement on vitamin K prophylaxis for haemorrhagic disease of the newborn (now preferably called vitamin K deficiency bleeding: VKDB) in 1995. In 1992 a British report had suggested a possible association between intramuscular vitamin K and an increased risk of childhood cancer. By 1995 several large epidemiological studies from North America and Europe had been published, none of which supported such an association. Evidence also suggesting that the alternative route for vitamin K administration was not as successful at preventing the late form of VKDB. The 1995 statement, therefore, recommended that "all newborn infants should have vitamin K prophylaxis and that the preferred route of administration is intramuscular". Since 1995 there has been continuing debate on this issue.

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ICM Position Statement: Appropriate Intervention in Childbirth

By International Confederation of Midwives
on Monday, 01 Jan 2001 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 23

The International Confederation of Midwives support the belief that childbearing for the great majority of women throughout the world is a normal, physiological process influenced by culture, traditions, religion and psychosocial factors... In keeping with this premise, the midwives of the world will use technology during childbirth only when indicated to enhance the well being of mothers and babies and improve outcomes.

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Letter to the editor re: Feminism and midwifery

By Zimmer, C
on Monday, 01 Jan 2001 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 23

Letter in response to: Erwin Alber's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 22, p.4, published June 2000. His letter was in response to Anne Doherty's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 21, p.4, published October 1999. This in turn was a response to Embracing the Past, Understanding the Present, Creating the Future: Feminism and Midwifery, by Deborah Davies, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 20, pages 5-10, published April 1999.

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Letter to the editor re: Feminism and midwifery

By Boyd, E
on Monday, 01 Jan 2001 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 23

Letter in response to: Erwin Alber's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 22, p.4, published June 2000. His letter was in response to Anne Doherty's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 21, p.4, published October 1999. This in turn was a response to Embracing the Past, Understanding the Present, Creating the Future: Feminism and Midwifery, by Deborah Davies, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 20, pages 5-10, published April 1999.

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Letter to the editor re: Feminism and Midwifery

By Cameron, T
on Monday, 01 Jan 2001 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 23

Letter in response to Erwin Alber's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 22, p.4, published June 2000. His letter was a response to Anne Doherty's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 21, p.4, published October 1999. This in turn was in response to Embracing the Past, Understanding the Present, Creating the Future: Feminism and Midwifery, by Deborah Davies, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 20, pages 5-10, published April 1999.

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Letter to the editor: The Female Principle

By Alber, E
on Thursday, 01 Jun 2000 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 22

Letter in response to Anne Doherty's letter to the editor, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 21, p.4, published October 1999. This in turn was in response to Embracing the Past, Understanding the Present, Creating the Future: Feminism and Midwifery, by Deborah Davies, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal, Issue 20, pages 5-10, published April 1999.

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Editorial: Let me introduce you to Gillian White

By Editor
on Thursday, 01 Jun 2000 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 22

Introducing new editor Gillian White, who acknowledges the contribution of founding co-editor Helen Manoharan.

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Editorial: Scope for improvement

By White, G
on Thursday, 01 Jun 2000 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 22

There is scope for improvement in the New Zealand maternity services. However, any scope for improvement must be based on maternal, child and family centred, multi-sectoral research (quantitative and qualitative), and communication. Evidence based research must inform the education and practice of relevant maternity service providers, fund holders, policy makers, and consumers. Sharing of ideas and knowledge and improving maternity care through debate, research and collaborative action is the only way a transformation can occur. Rival education organisations and professions committed to publicity regarding their own internal structures, their own agendas and interactions with each other and the State, only serve to destabilise the maternity service and rationalise government interference.

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Education Framework November 1999

By Pairman, S
on Thursday, 01 Jun 2000 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 22

This document provides a framework and guidelines for midwifery education at both pre-registration and post-registration levels. It is acknowledged that this framework will evolve in response to changes in the context of midwifery practice and education in New Zealand. The document will be revised and updated as necessary. Section One sets out the role of the New Zealand College of Midwives (NZCOM) in relation to midwifery practice and education in New Zealand and the relationship of the NZCOM to other organisations with responsibilities for midwifery education. It also addresses the relationship between midwifery and nursing education in the context of the New Zealand maternity service. Section Two provides background to the development of this Framework, including the consultation process and discussion of some of the contextual issues that have impacted on the development of this framework. Section Three sets out the National Framework for Midwifery Education. It provides direction for midwifery educators and educational institutions offering midwifery programmes and represents the consensus view of NZCOM midwife-members throughout New Zealand of the focus they wish to see for midwifery education.

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Understanding Toxoplasmosis

By Jeffries, S
on Thursday, 01 Jun 2000 in New Zealand College of Midwives Journal - Volume: 22

Many people have heard of toxoplasmosis, most think it is a disease that pregnant women get from cats, which while not untrue, is misleading and but a small part of a worldwide story. It is sometimes a very sad story for newborn babies and their parents, and the saddest part of all is that it is preventable. This essay defines toxoplasmosis, and discusses its prevalence, transmission, diagnosis, and the effects of the disease on the neonate. Screening and management methods are described. Midwifery practice, on personal, professional and political levels is examined. The relevance of toxoplasmosis to New Zealand is included, and ethical issues relating to New Zealand midwifery are raised.

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