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Induction with 2Nd Baby
I am a trained doula working toward certification in that as well as in childbirth education. I would really like to urge you to try to avoid an induction. ...
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- My first delivery I had pitocin to speed the process. I also tore because of a large head. It took me 6 weeks to fully heal from this. My second delivery went so fast ...
- E., Let me start off with saying that I am a mom of three boys. Each one of my boys were born two weeks late to the date from my original due date. I was not indu...
- I had a doctor the first time & was induced, tore really bad after almost 2 hrs of pushing. The second & 3rd I've had a midwife & gone totally natural, no tearing, bea...
Homebirth Midwife - Northside
Can anyone suggest a homebirth midwife and/or a doula they know that. ... changes in legislature regarding midwife certification in the state of Illinois. ...
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- awesome awesome midwife in evanston! her name is Debbi Lesnick. I don't know her spelling but she is avilliated with Evanston and St. Francis. SHe is AMAZING!!!!!! ...
- Hi! I am a cerfirfied doula with DONA International (Doulas of North America). I have been practicing for six years. I live in Skokie and I have assisted at aprox....
- Hi M., Congratulations! I personally don't know an at home midwife (I used the fabulous ones at Swedish Covenant Hospital) but Birthways Inc. is a wonderful souce...
Weeks into Months
I am a free doula, and I am getting my Childbirth Education Certification through A.L.A.C.E. If you are interested in learning more you can read about ...
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- Yes, I know it gets confusing. Right now while you are pregnant go by weeks. Months will be tabulated when your child is born. BUT, I, myself stop the months and week...
- If the person you're asking knows about pregnancy, like another mom then say weeks. If it's someone who would get confused- like you Grandma or Uncle I'd say months. ...
- Weeks. It's how the doctor tracks it, so that's what I did.
Special Gift to Expected Dad
Oh - and in case you need a birth doula - i am a trained (working on certification) birth doula in the Harrisburg area - and for WAY below average cost! ...
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- I have 2 ideas The first is a book called So you're going to be a dad by Peter Downey. It talk about fastherhood in a very funny way. My husband really like it. Th...
- C., My husband is pretty big into football - so when I told him we were pregnant it was with a baby sized eagles jersey. He really enjoys having her dressed up in ...
- Maybe a wallet with one of the sonogram pictures in it right now that can be replaced with a picture of the baby when he/she is born. Or if he works in an office, a p...
Help with Birthing Methods
My doula was very beneficial. Also I read the bradley method which help me with .... or if they have a student who needs hours towards their certification. ...
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- Congratulations on your pregnancy! You may want to look into using a doula during your delivery. I have never used one, but I have heard from friends (especially tho...
- Hi L., I'm pretty sure there are some sources online that you can get hypnobirthing 'classes' in book form, or on CD's. Much cheaper then a class. I know one woma...
- I agree with Audrey. It is amazing. I had 2 epidurals and one natural. the natural was by far the easiest with recovery. I put my pelvis out of place with my 2nd ep...
Looking for Midwife/Perinatologist Combo (Wishful Thinking?)
Oct 21, 2009 ... me because of their certification (unless I get a lay home-birth midwife. ... I can say as a birth doula, they are an amazing group! ...
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- You might want to look at OHSU; I think they have labor tubs for everyone, and they have doulas on staff (pdx doulas) that are complimentary. THese might help you red...
- I would recommend checking with any one of the amazing midwives at Andeluz Waterbirth Center in Portland/Tualatin. They are capable of providing at-home-birthing serv...
- Linda Glen is an amazing midwife who works at OHSU. She is incredibly well respected, and probably knows whatever perinatologist you would be working with there. I thi...
Midwifes VS. Doctors
... but certification is not recognized -- in these states, a midwife may have .... A doula is a paid assistance with the same skills of a midwife (if you ...
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- PLEASE go to the doctor.I was young too with my first and I had a ton of complications, not to scare you but I almost died and my baby was born not breathing. Young gi...
- You can and see if a midwife would take you.
- I am sorry I can't offer you a suggestion on midwife v. doctor, I am just not that informed. I do want to commend you for doing the responsible thing and asking for a...
Bed Rest
I know a doula and a Bradley method instructor not far from you. .... I am a Lamaze trained instructor who is in the middle of certification- I need ...
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- K.: congratulations on the pregnancy... Bed rest is not fun... sorry. I often meet with mother's prentatlly to discuss questions and concerns about breas...
- If you can get someone to go to the library for you, there are all kinds of videos and/or books on these subjects...also there are lactation consultants that do home v...
- I know a doula and a Bradley method instructor not far from you. What type of classes were you interested in. I can put you guys in touch and she may be willing to do ...
Midwives vs Ob-gyn
as a Doula i would like to recommend you to do your research and then make a .... A midwife is an educated individual who obtained the proper certification. ...
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- Hi C., I read the hospital stories and really, not everyone is going to need a c-section. I have four children. The first was with an OB-GYN. She was not the one I ...
- I dont know much about it, but a midwife cant help you if you need surgery or have an emergency during delivery I think. My pregnancy was high risk, and I think if you...
- Hi. I had my pregnancy tracked by midwives and the actual birth attended by a midwife and it was a WONDERFUL experience all around. Certified nurse midwives have all ...
Breech Baby
... hire a doula to assist you in birth and/or going through the techniques. .... at our clinic has postgraduate certification in prenatal care and I know ...
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- I had a version at 36 weeks with my second son. It was painful (just imagine how hard they have to push on your stretched out belly to turn the baby) but it worked and...
- My 3rd baby was breech at 36 weeks. I was so worried about it, I didn't want a C-section. I received a lot of advice from moms whose breech babies turned...so I was ...
- Acupuncture. It worked to induce my labor. My cousin used it and her water broke right there! I have heard it works wonders and immediately for turning breech babies.
