Contemporary Challenges in Pre-hospital Maternal care with Camella Main

In this podcast episode, we explore critical topics that
significantly impact maternal and neonatal outcomes, with
insights shared by Camella Main, a Consultant Midwife with over
12 years of experience. Camella has extensive experience in both
hospital and pre-hospital settings, managing high-risk
pregnancies and deliveries. She serves as the Lead Midwife for
the London Ambulance Service and a Consultant Midwife for East
Midlands Ambulance services, emphasising evidence-based practices
and improving outcomes.





Key discussion points include the latest guidelines and best
practices for neonatal care, especially in rural and remote
settings. Emerging trends and strategies to optimise neonatal
care are also covered. Camella addresses various challenges in
providing pre-hospital care to pregnant women and newborns,
highlighting the importance of proper thermal care for newborns
immediately after delivery. Recommended techniques and equipment
for neonatal thermal care are discussed.





Further, the podcast delves into recognising key signs and
symptoms indicating active labour and imminent birth, effective
maternal positions for delivery, and critical steps to care for
both mother and newborn immediately after delivery. Camella also
discusses the importance of escalating care to critical care
teams, considerations for the safe transportation of pregnant
women and newborns, and collaboration between pre-hospital
services and hospitals to optimise care. Emerging trends and
research areas in pre-hospital maternal and neonatal care that
show promise for improving outcomes are also explored.