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Which Is Better for Labor and Deliver: West Valley or Banner Estrella?
Since the average birth now seems to cost about $11000...I find it shocking that women feel compelled to bribe nurses with gifts so that they are "happy" so ...
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- I have never been to West Valley but I delivered both my boys at Banner Estrella, the 1st in Jan '07 & 2nd in July '08. I had great, caring, attentive nurses both time...
- Hi A., Since the average birth now seems to cost about $11,000...I find it shocking that women feel compelled to bribe nurses with gifts so that they are "happy" ...
- I toured both and chose Banner Estrella when I had my son in 2006. I am due with baby number 2 in the spring and I plan to use Banner Estrella again. All of my nurse...
Looking for Childbirth Classes in Orlando
I don't remember the cost but I don't think it was that much. The entire birthing experience is a lot less expenseive than a regular OB. ...
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- Arnold Palmer Hospital has a very nice selection of childbirth classes. I just had a baby 6 wks ago and attended several classes. It is $100 for the main birthing cl...
- Congrats on your upcoming bundle of joy. Contact Arnold Palmer. I know they offer a variety of classes. The only 1 I ever attended was in 2000 for my then 3 year old d...
- M. - I called the Department of Health 407--###-###-#### or website www.orchd.state.fl.us and got free Lamaze classes also Arnold Palmer hospital offers one night ...
Recommendations for the Bradley Method?
I had a pretty good birth for my first daughter-- no meds, doula assisted, ... The time and cost is worth it. We are a stronger loving couple because of our ...
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- Hi A., Congratulations on pregnancy #2 and your growing family. Congratulations too on a healthy 1st pregnancy, labor and birth. Laboring at home is key to unneces...
- i had both of my babies at home, and let me tell you they were the most amazing, empowering, exstatic moments of our lives. If you are low risk and had a good birth la...
- Hi A., I totally recommend it! I think it was the best thing I ever did. I wanted a home labor, but that was impossible because I'm diabetic. I had to give birth in...
Midwife Vs. Hospital... Which Is Best?
The cost difference between a midwife and a doctor does depend on where you are delivering. For midwives who care for women out of the hospital (birth ...
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- The people I know who've used midwives have still given birth in the hospital with the midwife attending. So it wasn't really a midwife vs hospital situation unless y...
- S.: there is so much to consider.pleas me if you have any questions or want to talk further. first baby: was induced hated it was only 2 days overdue. wanted to n...
- You need to consider all the these that could go wrong, so my opinion is to give birth at a hospital whether you have a doula or doc. The hospital is more equipped wi...
Best Kaiser Hospital to Have a "Natural" Birth Experience?
Kaiser will not cover the cost of the labor and delivery, ... They have a main floor birthing wing, midwives by request, you don't have to change rooms ...
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- I had one baby at OHSU and the second at Kaiser Sunnyside. They were comparable natural births, in terms of mininimal interventions, full access to a water tank, suppo...
- We had Kaiser in 2004 when my daughter was born in July 2004. at that time sunnyside didn't have its new wing so we went with SW Washington Medical Center. They have...
- Hi S., Congratulations on your upcoming birth and a belated welcome to Portland! I am a birth doula, and for those clients who wish to have a low intervention birt...
Any One Had a Doula During Labor and Delivery?
If you are planning a hospital birth, a doula is a definite asset to help you get the natural birth you desire. First, if the cost is a factor, there is a ...
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- I did not have a Doula for either of my children. I had my Mother, Husband and SIL in the room with me and they were a great team. If I had not had the experiences I...
- I'm actually T.'s sister (she told me to use her account to respond) I used a doula with the delivery of my 8 month old son, and both my husband and I agree, IT IS THE...
- I just had baby #1 in early February and had planned to deliver without pain meds so we hired a Doula and were thrilled while working with her. As it turned out, howev...
Can Anyone Recommend a Good Birthing Class in the Royal Oak Area?
I don't know of any birthing classes. However, our pediatrician is in Royal Oak. ... At the time, it cost $70. It was one day a week from 7-9pm for three ...
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- Sounds like the more personal home option would be a wonderful choice--if you're still looking for a hospital-based class--DMC's Hutzel Hospital has classes on Saturdays.
- Ditto on Darlene. We took her class this past Feb and for first time parents it is great. It was at her home in Troy and made us both feel very comfortable and open ...
- I don't know of any birthing classes. However, our pediatrician is in Royal Oak. I would recommend looking into using her if you don't already have one. I drive f...
Seeking Information on Home and Water Births
You can rent a birth tub for home. www.aquadoula.com Or, you can go to the center where they have tubs. Cost is the same. The midwives can answer questions ...
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- I am planning a home birth and have gotten a lot of information from experienced moms on ivillage.... http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-pphomebirth However, I d...
- Hey L.! It seems that you have gotten several great options. I just wanted to let you know that both my friend and myself have delivered at birth centers/home. My f...
- You need to go to dallasareamoms.com There are tons of moms on there who had home birth and water births -they can allso tell you about all the local birth centers, an...
St. Joseph's or Rose-which Is Better Place to Give Birth in Denver, CO
Rose had just finished being redone and the birthing rooms were large and lovely . .... They have suites on the 6th floor, which cost an arm and a leg, ...
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- I had all 3 of my kids at Rose, as have alot of my friends. The nurses are really awesome. I'm glad I didn't deliver anywhere else. They have suites on the 6th floor...
- I delivered at Rose Jan 2006 and the nurses and doctors were terrific! I was very happy with Rose and would highly recommend it
- Definately Saint Joseph's! I had both of my children there and had great experiences! I also felt really comfortable there knowing they have a great neonatal intensi...
To Lamaze or Not to Lamaze, That Is My Question. :)
Most areas have some sort of free or low cost parenting/lamaze type birthing class offered. I didnt really feel that I needed a full lamaze class, but I did ...
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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...
