Induced labour may double the odds of C-section

First-time mothers who have their labour induced may face a greater risk of needing a caesarean section than those who go into labour naturally, a new study finds.  June 22, 2010

 

 

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Association for Safe Alternatives in Childbirth

 
ASAC Lecture -- Nutrition, Pelvic floor health -- Oct. 6, 2010
ASAC - Events

Join us at the ASAC office for our Fall Lecture Series (previously held at the public library).  Lectures are held on consecutive Wednesday evenings.  Our first evening in this fall series covers 2 topics:  Nutrition for fertility and pregnancy; and Pelvic floor health.

 

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Canadian Midwives conference -- Get involved!
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Wednesday, 6-7-8 October 2010 - Canadian Association of Midwives conference

The annual meeting of Canadian Midwives will be in our town…Edmonton. The theme:  The Place of Birth.  There are many ways in which you can contribute (billeting conference attendees, working for CAM at the conference, or working at ASAC's display table).  Please get involved!

Last Updated ( Monday, 23 August 2010 15:13 )
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Welcome to ASAC!
ASAC - About ASAC

The Association for Safe Alternatives in Childbirth is a part of a growing network of parents and health professionals who believe that childbirth is a normal and healthy part of life, of special significance to the pregnant woman and her family.

ASAC was created to encourage alternatives to the technological approach. We believe parents have the right and the responsibility to make informed choices about childbirth and that a full range of options should be available to them -- in the hospital, at home, in a birthing centre and with professional care givers of their choice.  We are particularly oriented toward midwifery, and we are based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Last Updated ( Monday, 03 May 2010 22:36 )
 
ASAC Lecture Series, Fall 2010
ASAC - Events

The lecture series is back!  Previously held at the public library, this time it will be held at the ASAC office, 7219 - 106 Street (side door).  Anyone interested is invited to these friendly and informal presentations.  There is always general information available about ASAC, birth options in Edmonton, midwives and related topics.  Presentations are held on consecutive Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:45 PM - No cost.   

Last Updated ( Monday, 30 August 2010 14:49 )
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Film and Info Session -- Sept. 11, 2010
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ASAC's Film and Info Sessions (previously "Film and Info Nights") are back up and running. Sessions are normally scheduled to run the second Saturday of each month, 11AM, at the ASAC Office (7219 106 Street - side door).  

Last Updated ( Monday, 16 August 2010 08:45 )
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Birth Issues
Birth Issues Magazine - Birth Issues Information

 Birth Issues is ASAC's quarterly magazine, full of birth stories, birth and parenting information, health information for the whole family and much more. Our magazine emphasizes choice, awareness, and a natural, healthful approach to these topics. ASAC members receive a subscription to Birth Issues, and it is also available to the public at a variety of locations around Alberta.

Last Updated ( Sunday, 01 February 2009 13:44 )
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