Samantha
Samantha
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  • Schaumburg, IL
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Chicagoland people-The great cloth diaper change

Started Apr 16, 2011 0 Replies

On April 23, 2011, at 11:00am central time, in more than 400 locations in 20+ countries around the world, thousands of parents and babies will set a world record for the most cloth diapers ever…Continue

Great video montage about vaginal twins and triplets

Started this discussion. Last reply by Evangelia Jun 23, 2010. 5 Replies

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7E-wULAaD50&feature=player_embedded#!

Delivery self attachment-Video

Started Jan 3, 2010 0 Replies

Does anyone know were I can find a online clip of this. I referenced it when talking with a friend, and she asked to see it. I am fine buying it for myself, but we don't live near each other and I…Continue

This approach makes no sense to me-can someone explain why this would be best

Started this discussion. Last reply by Sara Jan 14, 2010. 24 Replies

So a woman who is a member of a site I am very active on is pregnant and just posted a blog updated and I am very confused by it."Lets see. I am 38 weeks and 4 days today. WOW. I have been so frigign…Continue

 

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Samantha replied to Cherylyn's discussion 'I'm looking for women's personal experiences with midwives. Please contribute if you can!'
No it is in Elk Grove(Northwest OB/GYN and Midwifery) before the new change. I haven't worked with them in 18months as I'm doing mostly city deliveries, but have heard some other good stories since then. I have a twin mom due with them in…
Jun 6, 2011
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Chicagoland people-The great cloth diaper exchange

On April 23, 2011, at 11:00am central time, in more than 400 locations in 20+ countries around the world, thousands of parents and babies will set a world record for the most cloth diapers ever changed simultaneously. Locally, the event is taking place at Bellies to Babies Studio, located at 728 S. Main St. Lombard, IL. To participate or for more information contact Debbie Pocica at 815-867-0087 or belliestobabiesstudio@gmail.com. For more information on Bellies to Babies Studio visit…See More
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Samantha replied to Samantha Knapp's discussion 'Preventing post-partum Hemorrhages HELP PLEASE'
The medical risks for hemorrhage are   -Precipitous labors(short labors) -Prolonged labors -Prolonged pushing phase -Large babies -Multiple babies -Multiple pregnancies -Advanced maternal age -The use of pitocin -The use of vaccum and…
Feb 7, 2011
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Samantha replied to Emily Haug's discussion 'waterbirth/natural birth workshops?'
http://www.waterbirth.org/mc/page.do;jsessionid=34C3C2FE845739C84D9077BE115D5815.mc1?sitePageId=38425 Barbara Harper is always doing trainings and workshops
Oct 24, 2010
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Samantha replied to Jese Wiens's discussion 'Incredible homebirth slideshow! Macy's fast hypnobirth.'
This is fantastic. Do you care if it gets passed on? As a doula I am always looking for normal birth videos to share to help show that birth is natural, beautiful and does not need to be feared or numbed away.
Oct 17, 2010
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Samantha replied to Samantha's discussion 'Dealing with your doctor'
Um find a new care provider, preferably a midwife. I know it seems scary to switch, but you won't regret it. Honestly if he is not on board with your birth wises now the odds of him being on board when the delivery comes around are slim to…
Sep 23, 2010
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Samantha replied to Tara Harkin's discussion 'Bilirubin levels and vacuum extraction.'
It is a medically known fact that this happens and the nurses and MD should be explaining it to mom and dad. The use of the vacuum usually causes cephalohematomas which in basic terms it means bruising on the baby's head. Any time bruising…
Aug 20, 2010
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Samantha replied to Jane Doe's discussion 'CPM vs Unlicensed Midwife'
I would ask if she carries drugs for bleeding issues, if not it would be a no for me. I would also ask about her neonatal resuscitation training as well. I am all for homebirth and think it is great, but sometimes bad things happen during birth and…
Aug 6, 2010
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Samantha replied to MyBestBirth Admin's discussion 'Where will you give birth?'
Oh I know, I did the walk for midwives in Evanston and am friends with CPM students. I hope things finally work out this year.
Jul 11, 2010
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Samantha replied to MyBestBirth Admin's discussion 'Where will you give birth?'
I have no children but work as a birth doula. I live in the Chicago area and the options are homebirth or hospital(we have no birth centers in the state). Some hospitals offer waterbirth but they are few and far between. Only CNM's are legal in…
Jul 6, 2010
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Samantha replied to amanda's discussion 'VBA3C~finding a provider'
I would find the ICAN group for your area(they usually have yahoo groups) and ask the for referrals. They are usually the best source for that.
Jul 4, 2010
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Samantha replied to amanda's discussion 'QUESTIONS on hospital birth'
Very few providers will induce for a VBAC, because it increases the risk of uterine rupture. Ask your provider ahead of time if they use labor augmentation in VBACs.
Jul 4, 2010
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Samantha replied to amanda's discussion 'Questions about VBA3C'
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/HBAC/
Jun 24, 2010
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Samantha replied to angela's discussion 'one day past my "guess" date'
Let it all out hun. Our bodies know when we are stressed or upset and it can actually stop labor from happening or stall it during the process. So cry, scream, do whatever you need to do to to let those emotions out and work through them.
Jun 23, 2010
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Samantha replied to angela's discussion 'one day past my "guess" date'
Well the majority of first babies are at least a week late. When i work with my doula clients I usually tell them to expect to be 10 days late and if they are any earlier than that it is a treat. We get so focused on that due date that is can be a…
Jun 23, 2010
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Samantha replied to amanda's discussion 'Questions about VBA3C'
It is pretty rare to find an OB who will do it, but there are many MW's who will do them(usually they are homebirth midwives). I know yahoo has an HBAC(homebirth after c-section) and many of those women have had multiple c/s's.
Jun 23, 2010

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At 12:09am on January 17, 2010, virginia oosthuizen (Ginny)virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) said…
Hi Sam, I live in South Africa and I am a certified doula and just love my work.. it is a dream come true for me... I am on the better birth site do have a look at my site and I would love to chat to you about differenct topics..
 
 
 

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