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Navigating the Research

17/6/2015

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​Interpreting 'the facts' can be difficult.
We google for information, a legitimate and awesome modern tool, but get lost in misinformation and propaganda.  
How do you work out what information is simple fact, what is manipulated fact and what is out right lie?
confused sign postAre you going around in circles? Feel like the options on offer are not the full picture?
There are several divisive issues that we face in pregnancy and then as parents.  In particular: 
  • birth interventions,
  • circumcision,
  • vaccination,
  • feeding and
  • car seats.
From emotive pleas to angry rants, anecdotes and made up stories, each 'side' seeks to be heard.
It is very difficult for parents to find unbias information and interpreting 'the facts' can be difficult. It can be very difficult for parents to get facts without being subjected to scare tactics and propaganda.  

Decisions based on fear, are not informed.  

We can use our fears to guide our research.  We can use our assumptions as a starting point.  

In light of this, here are some questions to help guide your own research.  

What do I fear most?
What do I currently understand and are these assumptions or facts?
What is the 'agenda' of the resource?
What personal circumstances influence my decision?
What are the repercussions of my decision?

How do I feel about other people's decisions?

The last question is the most interesting.  

If you feel strongly about people concluding differently to you, why is that?  
What do you fear?  
What are your main concerns?  
Does it make you worry that your decision is 'wrong' or that their conclusion will affect you?


It is important to explore this particular issue fully, and when you reach a point that you feel comfortable with your conclusions and unconcerned by others, then you can pat yourself on the back and rest assured that you have made the right decision for your family.





1 Comment
Catherine Bell
20/5/2014 01:28:02 am

Seems to me people no longer wish to debate or be challenged.
Your facebook personal page is for you to put your heart on your sleeve, declare your position on an issue - but it seems to be that FB etiquette is to not disagree; like or move on. There is no 'dislike', no disagree, no debate.

Why is there a comment option?


HOWEVER, that all changes on the groups and fan pages, where some people get down right nasty. By-pass intelligent debate and cut straight to insults and defensive vitriol.

Where is the middle ground?

Why do so many people feel they need to premise their posts with "no judgement" or "I support X BUT!"

If you have made a firm decision about something OWN it!
If you know that what you want to say is controversial and might offend, but do not wish to have a constructive thread about it: DON"T SAY IT!

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