Hi Sandra
We have recently completed a trail (the MidU Study) evaluating midwife-led with consultant-led care in the Republic of Ireland.
Like Lucia, a long journey, which included the establishment of the units.
Below is link to report
http://www.hse.ie/eng/services/Publications/services/Hospitals/midwifery%20north%20east.pdf
..and a paper re the process
Devane, D., Murphy-Lawless, J. & Begley, C.M. (2007) Childbirth policies and practices in Ireland and the journey towards midwifery-led care. Midwifery, 23(1), 92-101.
Regards
Declan
Declan Devane
Senior Lecturer
School of Nursing and Midwifery
National University of Ireland, Galway,
Áras Moyola
University Road
Galway
Tel: +353 91 495 828
Fax: +353 91 494 537
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From: Ebanks Sandra [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: 03 May 2010 00:46
Subject: MIDWIFERY LED UNITS
Dear All,
I am involved in the setting up of a new MLU situated within an obstetric unit. I am keen to compare guidelines already written for an MLU.
Any advice and direction on setting up a new MLU will be very helpful.
Thank you
Sandra Ebanks. [log in to unmask]
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