Midwifery publications collection

Collection

Identifier: 2019-006

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Midwifery publications collection consists of journals and newsletters (Association of Radical Midwives newsletter, Midwifery News, and the New Zealand College of Midwives Journal) dating from 1983 to 2003. These publications originating from the United Kingdom and New Zealand showcase the evolution of midwifery practice and the issues it has faced over a 30 year period.

Dates

Creation: 1983-2003
Creation: Majority of material found within 1983-1996

Creator

New Zealand College of Midwives (Organization)
Association of Radical Midwives (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Conditions Governing Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Historical Note

The Association of Radical Midwives (ARM) was formed in 1976 by a small group of student midwives from different training schools who were alarmed by the apparent trend towards maternity nurse status in their training. The acronym ‘ARM’ is a pun on the term ‘Artificial Rupture of Membranes’ which was routinely (over-) used at the time.

The New Zealand College of Midwives Journal is aimed at both a national and international audience. It focuses on research about midwifery issues and women’s health, within a continuity of midwifery care framework.

(Notes taken from respective journals' websites)

Extent

.42 Linear Feet (1 5" Hollinger document box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Midwifery publications collection consists of midwifery based journals and newsletters from the United Kingdom and New Zealand dating from 1983-2003.