Following the production of the new Manual, the various manoeuvres have been renamed correctly (for instance, what we used to call Woodscrew, is actually, reverse Woodscrew!)

However, please do not get 'hung-up' about the names.

The principle change is the addition of pressure on the posterior shoulder from the front of the baby in order to help rotation.

This is best seen in the diagram Latest Shoulder Dystocia Explanation

For the review document click here Shoulder Dystocia Review

This in no way invalidates the manoeuvres you have been using over the last few years

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ALSO UK are aware of the problems that some candidates were experiencing in the delay of course manuals being delivered. ALSO UK have therefore changed couriers and all manuals will now be despatched through DHL (next day delivery). As soon as payment/confirmation of funding from employers, is received in the office, a manual will be despatched.

Details of the Baby Lifeline's acclaimed series of nine interactive educational videos, designed for use by midwives, junior doctors and all health professionals working on labour ward, are listed below for your information

The B.I.R.T.H series was produced by Baby Lifeline, a national charity that supports the care of unborn babies, newborn babies and their mothers, in response to important issues raised by CESDI reports.  The video series has been endorsed by The Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists and The Royal College of Midwives. It has received impressive revues from both obstetricians and midwives (specimen revue enclosed).

Although the videos have been sold across the UK and as far afield as Australia, Baby Lifeline still hold stocks which we are anxious to distribute in order to benefit the maximum number of health professionals in the maternity sector. The charity has raised funds towards the making of the series and charges a nominal amount per video to cover its production costs.

The current price for each video is £45 plus a flat rate charge of £3 for postage and packing. We are now pleased to offer you substantial discounts on all orders received by 31^st January 2002.

• Order one video and save 10%

• Order 4 or more videos and save 20%

• Order a set of 9 videos and save 25%

Please note that we are only able to make this offer for a limited period

Previous purchasers have testified to the enormous benefits their staff have derived from this valuable teaching tool. We look forward to receiving your order.

Judy Ledger
Founder & Chief
Executive
Directors of Womens’
Services
Senior Obstetricians
Heads of Midwifery
Heads of Education & Training in Maternity

December 2001

Visit our Website http://www.babylifeline.org.uk/