Lamaze: Myself
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Lamaze Classes
Asked by A.V. from Dallas
on October 18, 2005
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My husband and I are looking for any information on lamaze class or instruction. Any ideas? We have missed the deadline to do classes with Medical City. Thanks for any...
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- We took our childbirth classes here and really enjoyed it... http://www.dallasparents.org/
- I do not know of any instructors in this area, but I took the Bradley classes. Not sure how indepth you want, but the 12 week course was wonderful and I was able to go...
- My OB told me if I could do yoga breathing that I would be fine - there are a lot of good yoga videos out there - yoga zone are my favorites.
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...
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 Lamaze Classes in East Bay
Asked by E.L. from San Francisco
on March 21, 2008
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I have looked on the web and could not find Lamaze or hynobirthing classes offered. Where could I look to find such classes? Recommendations?
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- I attended Bradley Method birthing classes while I was pregnant with both my daughters. It focuses on learning relaxation methods that you can use during labor. Partic...
- Call your local hospital's Obstetrics department. They should be able to put you in touch with several different people. Also try your pediatrician. They hear all the ...
- Hi E., I know of two Hypnobirthing instructors located locally. And you can find a Lamaze type childbirth class through John Muir Women's Health Center. The Hyp...
Group Lamaze Classes in the Chicago, IL Area
Asked by J.D. from Chicago
on September 30, 2008
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Hello,
I am currently 6 1/2 months pregnant and I am really interested into natural birth (no epidural)!! People think I am crazy, but it is something I really wan...
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- Good for you for wanting a natural birth experience! You're not crazy; you want what's best for both you and your baby. In the city, Be By Baby is hosting an 8-week ...
- I really do NOT recommend Lamaze. It is counter-intuitive and can be stressful to control your breathing like that, it is better to relax and keep breathing as deeply ...
- I don't know where you live but I took a great class at West Suburban in Oak Park called Prepared Childbirth or something like that. They are a Resurrection Healthcar...
What Is Your Experience with Natural Childbirth Methods?
Asked by L.N. from Salt Lake City
on May 13, 2008
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As background, I took Bradley classes before my birth and am now training to teach Bradley. I've been wondering what other methods are like since I don't know too much...
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- I used the hypnobabies program while preparing for the birth of my twins. I joined the hypnobabies yahoo group for online support and I also bought the program used o...
- I had bradley classes with my first pregnancy and greatly enjoyed them. I most appreciated the ways that bradley included and made dad a huge part of the process of l...
- I've heard such good things about hypnobirthing. My friend has 5 kids and read the book before her last. She said it was so much better than all the others.
What Was Your Experience with Getting an Epidural During Delivery? Did It Work?
Asked by S.B. from Los Angeles
on June 19, 2010
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I had my first baby almost 2 years ago. My water broke at 7am and I went to the hostpital right away. By 4pm I decided I was ready for the epidural. The first injectio...
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- My epidural was absolutely wonderful. I was not numb but there was no pain at all. I felt pressure, I felt movement, I wanted to push and was able to do so. I got t...
- I had a spinal for 3 of my C-Sections and they were okay. I had to have an epidural for my last C-Section because I needed to be in surgery longer because of adhesion...
- I gave birth 9 1/2 months ago and luckily my epidural totally worked. I requested for more after I felt that it was wearing off right before I started pushing. I h...
Prenatal Classes Worth It?
Asked by S.T. from Salt Lake City
on January 26, 2009
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Hey ladies! I was just wondering if anyone took any prenatal childbirth classes before and what they thought of them. This is my second pregnancy and I've never taken ...
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- I took the classes, but realized that the nurses tell you everything you need to know about breathing, pushing and breast feeding. If I had to do it over I don't thin...
- I saw several people mention Bradley. I teach Bradley classes in Clearfield. Like others say, it really depends what kind of a birth you want. If you want a natural bi...
- Personal opinion is going to vary on this becuase there are many different types of classes and different levels of personal investment into the class. If you're a ...
Besides an epidural....what Else Is Available During Labor
Asked by R.R. from San Francisco
on February 13, 2009
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I am exploring other pain management options during labor...the feedback I've heard so far..has either been to go all-natural(drug-free) birth or an epidural. I have h...
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- There are other medication alternatives. Ask your MD to discuss them. I was given a shot of fetanol (not sure of the spelling) during my labor. It is a narcotic that w...
- I went into labor with my first early because of a car accident, and my planned homebirth turned into a hospital birth--which we tried to keep as much like what we had...
- R., I had two very different times with both my children... Both were done without any pain meds... although not entirely by my choice!!! :) I was signing the papers ...
Birthing Options--lamanze, Bradley, Etc.
Asked by K.P. from Denver
on October 10, 2006
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I definately want to have my baby at a hospital under the care of an OB. I've got a labor doula who will be present at the birth, as will my husband.
I want to t...
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- Hello K., I am sorry to say but the Lamaze or the bradley is over rated. I have two health wonderful children that both weighed 8 pounds 14 ounces. I didn't go throug...
- Many moms find that hospital based classes that teach "prepared" childbirth are simply "preparing" you to do exactly what the hospital wants - huff and puff and roll o...
- Ideally giving birth naturally is what we all hope for. The reality of childbirth can be a different story and every body is different. I personally had an anesthesiol...
