So I have been back for about 10 days. This post has been on the forefront of my mind the entire time. I wanted to give it the attention it deserves. My trip to the Philippines fulfilled more than just my midwifery requirements. It fulfilled a much needed rest from daily stresses, it met myContinue reading “I’m Back!”
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Birth
I have attended my 4th observed birth here. A woman comes in and her internal exam will show if she needs to stay or go home. When the decision is made she labors in a room with two twin beds. Her companions are with her which may just be her partner or it may beContinue reading “Birth”
Seminar
As a new client of Shiphrah each woman is given dates of her seminar class. Equivalent to childbirth education classes they span 9 weeks of prenatal, 2 nutrition classes, 2 childbirth classes, childcare class, breastfeeding class and family planning. They culminate into a graduation with a grand celebration full of gifts and food much likeContinue reading “Seminar”