Corka Bubs and Deadly Mums
Aboriginal communities in South Australia have consistently said they seek support to address harmful effects of cannabis and alcohol use and stress in pregnancy.
This study will work with families and services to develop a culturally-responsive care package to empower women and their partner to address these issues.
The study will generate new knowledge about the feasibility and acceptability of the package in two Aboriginal antenatal clinics in two hospitals to inform broader implementation.
The painting is by Maude Parker - Pee Wee Paintings, December 2021.
The pregnant woman is surrounded by her family, friends, community, and service providers to give her support. Surrounding the woman are negative and positive energy flows. Her strengths are given by those who care for her during pregnancy, they are to keep her safe and protected and reassured for a safe and healthy delivery.
The colours in this paining represent women and families- yellow, orange, and mauve.
Project Leaders
This project is funded by the Medical Research Future Fund
PARTNERING INSTITUTIONS
University of Adelaide, Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Sydney University, Women's and Children's Health Network, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Council of SA, Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement
SAHMRI is located on Kaurna Country. We pay respects to the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are committed to embracing knowledge and culture as we continue our working journey to incorporate Aboriginal health research across all of our themes and further reconciliation.
Read more"Tirki nguta tappa tangka marninithi"
(Learning and knowledge are the pathway to alter the mind)
- Uncle Lewis Yerloburka O’Brien, Kaurna Elder
