After School Programs: Lamaze
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To Lamaze or Not to Lamaze, That Is My Question. :)
Asked by K.J. from Kansas City
on March 21, 2008
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I had planned on going to a birthing class, i.e. lamaze class, althoug a few of my friends with kids say to save our time and money. I am not a big proponent of Lamaz...
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- i cannot IMAGINE getting ready for childbirth without taking a childbirth class. A parenting class is very different from a childbirth class. On top of a "childbirth...
- Educate yourself somehow. As a doula, I work with women in childbirth and the ones that have educated themselves seem to do better than those who don't. I believe it i...
- Lamaze breathing can actually make you tire out faster, and it can make you hyperventilate. Slow deep breaths are the best way to relax, and they deliver more oxygen t...
Childbirth Class Recommendations?
Asked by J.B. from Chicago
on May 8, 2008
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I am looking for a childbirth class to take with my husband this summer and have a ton of questions. Is there a childbirth class that you've already taken that you wo...
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- We did the childbirth classes at Mercy Provena Hospital in Aurora even though I delivered at Rush Copley. The classes at Mercy are free. I think they still are. I know...
- We took the week night class there last April and I highly recommend it. Not only was it fun to be around other preggo couples, the class was hands on and the instruc...
- if you're interested in natural childbirth, research the bradley method. they have a website and list instructors in the area and you can call and see when the classe...
Are Childbirth Classes Necessary?
Asked by C.B. from Dallas
on April 10, 2007
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My husband and I are expecting our first child, a daughter at the end of June. We had been interested in signing up for childbirth classes, but have not been able to ...
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- For sure take a class, or at least get the video. I think you can rent them at blockbuster. It just help to know what to expect. You will be hurting and at least yo...
- The only thing I found helpful was the baby-care class (I never had changed a diaper, fed a baby --nada before my baby) and the tour of the facilities. Everything els...
- We didn't really learn anything we didn't already know and when it came to labor, I didn't use any techniques (in too much pain.) Although it was nice to meet some oth...
Volunteer Doulas in Chicago?
Asked by N.S. from Chicago
on April 8, 2007
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I noticed the other day someone asked about using a doula and I too was wondering that question myself recently having confirmed a pregnancy. With my first one I had ...
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- N.: check out www.birthlink.com. I don't know if any of the doulas are volunteers. P., RLC, IBCLC Pres. Lactation Support Group, Inc www.lactationsupport...
- Hi My neighbor Cassandra is a doula. She lives in Plainfield but she works primarily in Chicago. I'll forward her your information ie, phone or email address, if yo...
- Hi N.! I was searching Mamasource for inqueries about doulas, & came across your request. I was curious to know if you'd be interested in a postpartum doula. I'm in t...
BIRTHING Classes
Asked by L.A. from New York
on June 10, 2010
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Ladies:
First timer here. Hubby has the summer off from grad school. I thought to get the birthing classes done and out of the way b/f he's back to class.
I ca...
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- We took the Bradley method classes and while I would have been comfortable forgoing classes because i knew I'd probably be having a c-section, my hubby wanted to go. ...
- I agree it is early.......but, call the hospital you are going to deliver at.........tell them why you want to take it now.......see if they can recommend someplace th...
- They aren't worth it. Read your baby books and your fine. Every labor and delivery is so different that those classes couldn't possibly prepare you. If you understand ...
Any Advice?
Asked by R.S. from Boston
on April 28, 2009
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I didnt take a birthing class, wish I did. I am a couple days past my due date and freaking out of the thought of not knowing how its going to be. Any advice from birt...
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- No worries. You will do fine. I have to tell you that the nurses will help you out big time in the hospital. They will be so wonderfully helpful during your labor and ...
- I agree with a lot of people on here that if you had taken the birth class, you might have been even MORE scared than you are now. A lot of birth classes take a whole ...
- Ignorance is bliss. Honestly, the best advice I can give is to first, relax, second is to trust yourself and your body. Trust in nature. Thank sounds really hoke...
When to Ween
Asked by E.M. from St. Louis
on March 20, 2008
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Help! I've been BFing full time up to now. I just started school full time and can't decide whether or not to ween and if so then how. At first I thought I'd just no...
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- Unfortunately I was forced to wean due to medication and it happened very abruptly and for me, was incredibly uncomfortable. When you decide to wean, your breasts wil...
- Such a hard decision. I BF my first daughter until I went back to school full time but because it was planned and gradual I had little pain. When my second came alon...
- You should wean when your baby is ready and not before. The American Academy of Pediatrician's recomends breastfeeding for at least a year and then for how long after ...
9 Year Old W/ Nervous Stomach
Asked by N.W. from South Bend
on August 21, 2009
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Hi, I'm back! I have posted questions here several times before, and have always received helpful answers, so here I am again. My 9 year old granddaughter is experie...
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- There's probably a couple things to do - and many have offered great suggestions. Basically, it sounds to me like it needs to be addressed both mentally and physicall...
- Hi N., My neighbor is going through the EXACT same thing with her 12 year old! It started when she was a baby & has stopped her from doing lots of things (i.e. going ...
- Peppermint and ginger are both great for calming the stomach. Whether you're sucking on a peppermint or make ginger or peppermint tea.......either work. HOWEVER, ...
Window Decals
Asked by A.P. from Dallas
on September 28, 2007
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Hi!
Everywhere I go I see these white window decals with a picture of a sport or activity and the child's name. (I hope you can tell what Im talking about from that ...
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- Just one thing to think about. I see those all over the place and while I, too, think they're fun I also decided not to get them for my girls. Think about it: It's ...
- There are several different websites you can check out...this is the one I orderd from: ____@____.com It was easy, done right and had lots to choose from. Good luc...
- You can go to Garland Sports in South Garland on Broadway and they will make one for you for $10 or $12. I do however agree with the comments below... so we made one ...
Missing Being Pregnant
Asked by V.S. from Lima
on May 24, 2010
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I have a 2 year old daughter and a 1 1/2 week old daughter. After I had my first, I was so happy and filled with joy. I spent a lot of time with her just enjoying he...
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- This is NOT labor and delivery, but if you are nursing you could see if there is anything you could do with Peer Counselling through a local WIC department. They help...
- I miss parts of being pregnant as well, but I remind myself that one day I will get to do it again. Is this your last baby? This may have something to do with it if ...
- Nursing school is time consuming but as other people have commented, you can stretch out some of the earlier classes. Getting into nursing programs is difficult becaus...
