Birthing Classes
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Advice About Lamaze
Asked by K.C. from Chicago
on March 23, 2009
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I have asked all of my friends who have children (including my sister) and none of they took lamaze classes, but felt they had no problems with delivery because they a...
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- Yes just do it! They teach your spouse how to help you, massage you and comfort you, and help both of you understand everything. It sounds so simple but it is worth it...
- I did Lamaze classes with my 3 older children, and I 100% tell everyone to take the classes. You might not need the epidural if you follow the breathing techniques. I ...
- Hi K. ~ I've heard a lot of different feelings about lamaze. Personally, I thought it was a great class!! I learned so much even my husband found it interesting. I di...
Seeking Midwife and OB in or Around Astoria, Queens
Asked by M.I. from New York
on March 19, 2008
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I'm 8 weeks with my first and I just moved to Astoria. Can anyone recommend a good midwife and female OB/GYN who is compassionate to natural birth? I'm also looking ...
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- I agree that St. Luke's birthing center is the way to go. As far as Dr. Rhee's practice I recommend Dr. Olivares, first and foremost. Just know that if you fall int...
- I don't know of any, but I can recommend my doula who can definitely help you find what you need. Her name is Alecia Scharback and you can reach her at ____@____.com.
- I recommend St. Luke's / Roosevelt Hospital birthing rooms. They have 3 birthing rooms that are very non-medical in appearance. The nursing staff is wonderful. I had...
Seeking Childbirth Class
Asked by S.K. from Detroit
on July 1, 2009
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Does anyone know of any good childbirth classes in Royal Oak area?
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- I gave birth at Beaumont Royal Oak and they provided/suggested some great birthing and yoga classes (in the Birmingham area) - maybe you could get some details by chec...
- Beaumont R.O. and Beauomont Troy both offer a great repertoire of classes.
- Ditto on the nine short months, however they may be taking the summer off (at least they are for being doulas). If not contact Southfield Providence - since they have ...
Lamaze Clases
Asked by A.C. from Phoenix
on October 21, 2008
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I am located in Phoenix, and was wondering if anyone know of lamaze classes in Phoenix.
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- Lamaze classes are helpful for some people...not so for others. The birth environment you choose will make a big difference in your experience. (I chose home for maxi...
- I think st. Josephs hospital on thomas and 3rd street offer lamaze classes ALSO YOU MIGHT LOOK INTO A MIDWIFE THAT MIGHT BE ABLE TO GIVE HOME LESSONS. JUST DO A SEARCH
- You can usually find Lamaze classes at the hospital where you will give birth. I gave birth twice at Phoenix Baptist and took classes there. Here is a link to the webs...
Where to Deliver in Olympia?
Asked by C.M. from Seattle
on September 10, 2008
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I'd like recommendations about where to deliver in Olympia, ideally from women who have had experiences at both St. Pete's and Capital Medical Center. How do they comp...
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- My friend had delivered all 3 of her kids at St. Pete's and I was there for 2. The staff were very nice. Another friend delivered her 2 at CMC, but I don't know how it...
- We went to St. Josephs in Tacoma. We had a midwife and home water birth with our first and it went without a hitch. Our midwife had good relations with St. Joseph's,...
- I had a great experience at St. Peters. My labor and delivery nurse was fabulous. Also, my night nurse (the same both nights I was there) was also amazingly helpful....
Birth Questions
Asked by E.C. from Dallas
on August 22, 2006
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Hello everyone,
I'm having Ravi at birthing center in Denton with my midwife Jean. Has anyone done this? This birth will be "natural" as can be. I have no choice i...
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- Eli, Hi I am a labor and delivery nurse and have been for over 12 years. I think having a natural birth with a midwife can be very beautiful and a wonderful exper...
- I have had two children with midwifes and I believe its the only way to go. The whole experiance was wonderful for me and I didn't ever wish I had the option of medica...
- I had all three of mine at a birthing center in Dallas (near Baylor). I wouldn't have done it any other way. The midwife who delivered my first was also Jean (I thin...
Advice on Having a Baby W/o Insurance
Asked by J.P. from Tampa
on June 2, 2008
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My husband and I are talking about having another child. There are a couple if issues. Starting over would be difficult, but could be managed. We don't have health ins...
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- My sister in law had my nephew 3 years ago without insurance. She went to the hospital ahead of time to make payment arrangements. Because she was self pay and paid in...
- I know someone who had a second child at 49 and she said it is a lot of work. You need to consider what your wants and wishes are in life. Think, do I really want 2am ...
- I had health insurance with all my babies but I can vouch for Labor of Love. I went to the Lakeland center since I'm in Brandon and it was closer and they are the best...
Looking for Doula in Dallas, TX
Asked by T.M. from Dallas
on December 5, 2008
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I am now wishing i had found a midwife and/or birthing center but am so far into pregnancy that it is a little too late for that. So i am looking into a doula to atten...
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- Congratulations on your impending arrival! We used Barrie Glasscock, she was great! Her info.http://birthingmatters.net/contact_me_body.htm. Good Luck to you.
- T., I am a Doula in Dallas and would love to talk to you. Please contact me: ____@____.com. I have lots of resources in the community and I'm happy to help.
- Delilah Ray is my doula for my current pregnancy and she is wonderful. http://www.cherishbirth.com/home.html A friend of mine is using Maria Pokluda and she reall...
Want to Hear About Midwife Birth Experiences.
Asked by H.T. from Anchorage
on September 21, 2009
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I had my first 2 kids in a hospital with a doctor. I'm now 7 months pregnant with my 3rd and I've decided to have this one with a midwife at a birthing center run by a...
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- H. - Having had three very different birth experiences, I can tell you that I got more "natural" and unassisted with each, and each one was better than the last. I can...
- Good for you! I changed to midwifery at 7 or 8 months with my first ... this will probably horrify many, but I didn't really seek prenatal care at all (OK, yes, I a...
- My second born was a midwife assisted home birth. It was nice because once my midwife was there, she was there the whole time unlike my OB who came and went. The reall...
Moving to Philly in 3 Weeks...
Asked by J.B. from Philadelphia
on July 10, 2008
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wondering if there are any mommy & me classes in philadelphia that anyone would suggest??
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- Hi J., good luck with your move! My family and I recently moved to Fishtown from North East Philadelphia. There are a few small playgrounds and parks in the area. The ...
- i'm not sure where fishtown is located, but wanted to let you know about a great resource called the maternal wellness center in mt. airy section of philadelphia. we ...
- Wow! Has Fishtown changed! I've lived in the Philly area all of my 46 years, and it used to be a working class, Irish-Catholic, sort of rough neighborhood. When I was...
