homebirth options in Cairns

[AngelsMum]

I just wanted to add to this thread to say that I keep in touch with most of the birth workers in the region, so if anyone wants updated details, feel free to contact me: haylynda (at symbol) hotmail.com.

I am also actively & constantly trying to encourage someone to train as a doula. I almost (pressured? ) *ahem* encouraged someone to train recently, but she's chosen to be a post-natal doula. Which is still pretty brilliant!

So, as a quick summary to date, in the region we have:

* 3 Independant MW's. Though one is/was on hiatus, one only covers a certain area, and one travels from Townsvile thru north of Cairns & Tablelands.
* There is an acupuncturist in Kuranda who does sometimes attend births as a doula in Cairns.
* There's now a post-natal doula in Cairns and soon to be in Innisfail..
* A homebirth doula who also does provide pre-natal education.
* Two doulas in my area (between Cairns & Townsville). However, the other doula is thinking about moving a bit closer to Cairns .... so who knows?
* I will attend homebirths further afield and on occasion, attend clients who are birthing in Cairns hospitals.

I also have a summary of the Perinatal Data of the hospitals in the region if anyone would like a copy.

Anyway, I'm not sure if I've forgotten anything, but I'll update anyone at the time.

Feel free to contact me anytime!

Cheers,
Angelsmum/Lynda.