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No Maternity Insurance and Pregnant.
But I would encourage you to consider the VBAC route, unmedicated (to save ... My sister-in-law did a VBA2C unmedicated, and she said it was SO much better. ...
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- Having had two homebirths myself, I'd definitely reccommend the homebirth option. However, being as you have twins, I'm wondering if you have had a vaginal birth? ...
- On Cafe Mom another mom talked about this policy and she stated it was not good at all. It is more like a discount plan where they try to get the doctor to reduce the...
- You can go to your local Social Services office. Pregnant woman are eligible for Medicaid. I'm pretty sure that there isn't an income guide if you're pregnant. It n...
Did Your Mother Share Her Birth Story with You, Did It Influence Your Birthing?
I still managed to have my daughter completely unmedicated and naturally. ... He was born posterior (sunny side up) and unmedicated at the birth center. ...
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- I have enjoyed reading the responses so far. My mother and I seem to have opposite views on delivery and thereafter. She says that in her day (only 34 years ago), th...
- I never attached my mom's birth experiences to my own. She had 4 natural births w/ really big babies. All of us were between 9 and 11 lbs. She bf for a very short t...
- Hi M., When my mom had me ( I was #2 for her) she waited until the last minute to go to the hospital (she didn't want to sit there at the hospital) and she almost h...
Birthing Plan Suggestions
Nov 5, 2009 ... I have been blessed to have 7 natural, unmedicated deliveries, ... "Our goal is to have a healthy, unmedicated, natural birth. ...
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- G., I have copied and pasted in my birth plan for you to give you some ideas. They do NOT have to take the baby at all. It's YOUR baby, YOUR choice. I was the first p...
- My advice is leave it open because like you said nothing goes as planned and trust your doctor's advice. If something should go wrong don't be stubborn, they need to ...
- G., I think having a Birth Plan is a great tool for it can help a mother feel like she has some type of control of how her birth will go. I filled out my Birth P...
Birthing Class Dvd's
Sep 21, 2009 ... for an unmedicated childbirth. However, a good majority do go on to have natural childbirth due to what is learned through this method! ...
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- This is not a video, but I highly suggest taking a Bradley class with your husband. We took a class from Juli Walter and had an amazing delivery!! Juli Billings ...
- I actually followed the Bradley method. I used a book and watched whatever I could find online. Basically? DON'T hyperventilate. My hub's job was to tell me to exhale ...
- You probably know that a major factor in pain management is the fear/muscle tension response. I used a self-hypnosis recording to release my fear of labor and childbir...
Seekign Labor and Delivery Advice
If you're hoping for an unmedicated birth, then you'll want to be well prepared for the work ahead. I've had both of my girls without medication, and I ...
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- I hope you have taken a birthing class. If not sign up for one right away. But just remember to breathe through contractions and be strong. Make sure you have your ...
- You shouldn't need your pump. Your baby will be all you'll need in the hospital. If you're hoping for an unmedicated birth, then you'll want to be well prepared for...
- Hi C., We went all-natural, no pain meds whatsoever, and I had pitocin pumping into me (not my choice!). The breast pump wouldn't be necessary as you'll need baby ...
Are Childbirth Classes Necessary?
Even if you are not planning an unmedicated birth, the classes and a doula provide excellent knowledge and support. You can find a no cost/lowcost doula on ...
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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...
Pregnant and 46
There was a midwife here in my city who gave unmedicated natural birth to triplet girls at age 53. May you and your family thrive. Helpful? ...
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- M., in this day and age, we often have much more information at our disposal than we necessarily need. Take everything you read with a grain of salt. Though risks of g...
- Hi M., NO, you shouldn't! Don't let what you read scare you. We're all unique and there is NO universal standard for women and what our bodies can endure and accompl...
- You have gotten great responses already but wanted to give you one more positive results story. My MIL had my hubby at 44 and he turned out perfect (if you ask me). ...
Any Advice/opinions on Midwifery Care Assoc. Vs. Capital Women's Care?
Nov 6, 2009 ... I delivered at Shady Grove; Chris esp. was like an angel throughout my long hours of unmedicated labor. After 4+ hours of pushing she ...
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- I also had a great experience with MCA. I absolutely recommend them - feel free to contact me with any questions. Wishing you all the best!
- Hi- MC are my midwives and I cannot recommend them more highly. For my first child the midwife was with my husband and I for literally 12 out of 17 hours of active la...
- I use the Capital Women's care office in Silver Spring. My preferred doctors are Sine and Tyau, but they're all fine doctors. I met them all when I got ready to delive...
This Is Not Normal Teenage Behavior
I was horrible to my mother as a teenager because I was unmedicated and could not ... If your daughter is unmedicated than there is no point trying to ...
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- I am able to look at your situation from both points of view. I too am bipolar Type II. Type I is very different than type II and it sound like your daughter is type I...
- My daughter has bipolar also. You didn't state if she was on any kind of medication or not, and if not, then that would be the first thing I would do. Someone with bi...
- I also have a request here for issues with respect. So I know exactly how you feel. You are not alone with how you feel toward your daughter. However, I am at my wits ...
Trying to Avoid Ripping
I had an unmedicated birth and the labor part was fantastic - I truly hardly noticed ..... I had a great unmedicated childbirth and did so by doing LOTS of ...
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- I would go with a midwife and/or doula. They will help you during the delivery (with a vitamin E rub, massage, etc.) to help make sure you won't rip. I've heard mass...
- Hi R.! I had my first child last summer, and I also really researched everything about natural pain relief, as I also don't have a very high pain tolerance and was a l...
- This is just my two cent about delivering. Epidurals dont always work!!! I was all for it and got it, and it did nothing. As far as your concern about tearing, if yo...
