Friday, July 16, 2010

What is a MATERNAL Child Health NURSE


What is a MATERNAL Child Health NURSE.....???

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maternal meaning maternity ... during pregnancy & labour child meaning um....child ... after pregnancy & labour
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In australia they are people who after birth check how your baby is doing devlopmentaly and health wise and to also to check how you are doing. They are registered nurses. Maternal and Child Health nurses are registered nurses and midwives with additional qualifications in Maternal and Child Health and Community Health. Your nurse offers: A range of services through individual consultation, home visits and groups. Support and guidance to families while developing parenting skills. A service which actively promotes breast-feeding and recognises the special needs of mothers' health in their adjustment to parenthood. Assessment of child growth, development and behaviour at key ages and stages. Guidance and information on family health, immunisations, nutrition, accident prevention and child behaviour. Access to information on family and children services. New parent groups which give opportunity to meet other parents in the area and to share experiences and information. Interpreters to enable non-English speaking families equal access to the Maternal and Child Health Services.
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We care for babies aged 0-5, doing their developmental checks, referral to other agencies if needed, support for the mother and family, give immunisations, provide information, co-ordinate care needed, do home visits, advocate for breastfeeding or educate on safe bottle feeding etc... We also organise and supervise play groups, give advice on every aspect of babies health care, or refer to someone who can if we are unable to, we organise and refer to paediatricians when needed, we organise audiology checks, make sure the mum is feeling okay after having her baby, and that every thing is going well.






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