From alternative,to complementary to integrative medicine: Supporting Australian midwives in an increasingly pluralistic maternity environment |
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| Authors: | Helen G Hall Lisa G McKenna Debra L Griffiths |
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| Institution: | 1. From the Department of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada;2. Division of Endocrinology/Metabolism, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada;3. Department of Family Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada;4. C.T. Lamont Primary Healthcare Research Centre, Bruyère Research Institute, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada;5. The Champlain Local Health Integration Network, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada;6. Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. |
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| Abstract: | BackgroundThe use of complementary and alternative medicine during pregnancy has become increasingly popular over the past decade in Australia.AimThe purpose of this discussion paper to make recommendations and foster a constructive debate regarding the appropriate response by the midwifery profession.DiscussionMidwives should receive basic education regarding the use of complementary and alternative medicine. All women should be routinely question women about their use and this should be documented. While a few therapies could be safely integrated, in most situations interested women should be referred to a qualified practitioner. Referral frameworks and flexible clinical guidelines should be investigated.ConclusionWith the appropriate education and support, midwives are in an excellent position to engage women in open dialogue and raise awareness of the benefits and risks of CAM practices. The way forwards for midwifery profession is to focus on self-governance, education and flexible clinical guidelines. |
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