How can midwifery continuity models of antenatal care better address the needs of Australian Indigenous women?
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INTRODUCTION This paper reviews the literature exploring the experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women accessing antenatal care in Australia, alongside literature comparing standard models of antenatal care against midwifery continuity models of antenatal care. Attention is given to evidence based benefits of midwifery continuity care models, and how these benefits can better address the identified needs of Australian Indigenous women.
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