I am waiting for 2 births .... one baby is a water birth right here in our home.. all very exciting.
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do you have many doulas in the USA?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Alison Brubaker Doyle Jan 21, 2010. 12 Replies 0 Likes
I live in South Africa and we have only just become involved in our doula work. I find many doctors and gynae's dont know enough about doulas.
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virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) commented on Katrina L. Gray's group 'Postpartum Doulas'
I so enjoy doing the post doula work. I am in the country in KZN looking after a new baby and helping her mum to get some more sleep etc. She is happy and will produce more milk if she can rest and I look after the baby.. Win , win situation!
virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) commented on Katrina L. Gray's group 'Postpartum Doulas'
In South Africa you need help with a new baby and a new mum. I am a phone call away to take those worries and anxieties away.. I have looked after babies for the past 30 years and can help you with any questions that might be a worry to…
Importance of natural Oxytocin... during labour
The importance of natural Oxytocin for birthBy Lisa Barrett on May 1, 2010There was a very interesting article in the BMJ about the effect of IV bolus dose of synthetic oxytocin, produced in the form of a double blind randomized and controlled trial, here is the conclusion:Oxytocin administered as an i.v. bolus of 10 IU induces chest pain, transient profound tachycardia, hypotension, and concomitant signs of myocardial ischaemia according to marked ECG and STC-VM changes. The effects are…See More
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Importance of natural Oxytocin... during labour
The importance of natural Oxytocin for birthBy Lisa Barrett on May 1, 2010There was a very interesting article in the BMJ about the effect of IV bolus dose of synthetic oxytocin, produced in the form of a double blind randomized and controlled trial, here is the conclusion:Oxytocin administered as an i.v. bolus of 10 IU induces chest pain, transient profound tachycardia, hypotension, and concomitant signs of myocardial ischaemia according to marked ECG and STC-VM changes. The effects are…See More
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I have had a very busy year so far and been present at over 78 births so far.
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virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) commented on Mandy Gibbs's blog post 'Ziggy's Birth Story'
every birth is unique and I had a birth on Friday with a woman who was 4cm and withing 10mins she was 8cm.. time can be so slow or move so damn fast!!! well done on a good labour and story
working in our State or public hospitals as a doula
I have been working in one of our State hospitals for a couple of months now. It is a priveledge to work with our African mums who do not have their partners with them during the labour process. The hospital is designed with women birthing together in one room so that space is at an optimum. I work with freely amongst the women and feel the importance of being a doula and caring for each and every one of them. I get enormous satisfaction when I have worked a day in the hospital. In a month we…See More
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doula babies for 2010
It is exciting that this year is bringing me second time doula mums. I have two new doula babies to be born this year and I am still involved with the first two babes.I have 5 doula babies booked so far and it is definitely getting busier and bettter known in South Africa.Wishing you new mums a fantastic year ahead with all your babies.See More
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Tammi L. McKinley, CPM commented on virginia oosthuizen (Ginny)'s blog post 'HANDS-ON CHILDBIRTH PREVENTS ANAL TEARS'
I have my mothers visualize doing just that. And then at the time of birth, I remind them to feel the baby's head so they can get a sense of how the baby's head is emerging - to birth yhe head as gently as possible and avoid tearing.
virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) commented on Eleia's blog post 'My Homebirth Story'
Fantastic - I always take the pictures of my mums having their babes... a lifetime to treasure those moments over and over. Wished I had lived closer to you...
virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) replied to Monique Nolan's discussion 'Successful Homebirth Stories!' in the group Homebirthers
This is so good for the pregnant mums that would love to hear your stories... I live in South Africa and my birth stories are what my new mums love reading!
Alison Brubaker Doyle replied to virginia oosthuizen (Ginny)'s discussion 'do you have many doulas in the USA?'
I speak for the southern states as a Mississippi native. Doulas are definitely not hanging around every corner as home-birth assisted by a midwife is actually illegal in Alabama and just not addressed in Mississippi. Therefore there really…
virginia oosthuizen (Ginny) replied to virginia oosthuizen (Ginny)'s discussion 'do you have many doulas in the USA?'
You are right. It is the best way. I do classes at the child birth classes in the hospitals. The dads actually really enjoy it . I give them a list of what they can do and bring.. it is fun.
I also have a midwife that knows me well so she hands over…
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My love for babies is evident. If you see me I usually have a baby with me. My doula babies grow up knowing me and I have a special bond with them and their families.
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Importance of natural Oxytocin... during labour
Posted on February 8, 2011 at 11:14am 0 Comments 0 Likes
The importance of natural Oxytocin for birth
By Lisa Barrett on May 1, 2010
There was a very interesting article in the BMJ about the effect of IV bolus dose of synthetic oxytocin, produced in the form of a double blind randomized and controlled trial, here is the conclusion:
Oxytocin administered as an i.v. bolus of 10 IU induces chest pain, transient profound tachycardia, hypotension, and concomitant signs of myocardial ischaemia according to marked ECG and STC-VM changes. The… Continue
By Lisa Barrett on May 1, 2010
There was a very interesting article in the BMJ about the effect of IV bolus dose of synthetic oxytocin, produced in the form of a double blind randomized and controlled trial, here is the conclusion:
Oxytocin administered as an i.v. bolus of 10 IU induces chest pain, transient profound tachycardia, hypotension, and concomitant signs of myocardial ischaemia according to marked ECG and STC-VM changes. The… Continue
working in our State or public hospitals as a doula
Posted on May 18, 2010 at 10:29pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I have been working in one of our State hospitals for a couple of months now. It is a priveledge to work with our African mums who do not have their partners with them during the labour process. The hospital is designed with women birthing together in one room so that space is at an optimum. I work with freely amongst the women and feel the importance of being a doula and caring for each and every one of them. I get enormous satisfaction when I have worked a day in the hospital. In a month…
Continue doula babies for 2010
Posted on March 8, 2010 at 11:04pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
It is exciting that this year is bringing me second time doula mums. I have two new doula babies to be born this year and I am still involved with the first two babes.
I have 5 doula babies booked so far and it is definitely getting busier and bettter known in South Africa.
Wishing you new mums a fantastic year ahead with all your babies.
The birth of Douglas to Roz a caesarian ... from his mum Roz
Posted on January 16, 2010 at 10:43pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
My birth story might be a little different from other new moms. From the moment I found out I was pregnant I was thrilled and filled with a sense of wonder, my body was the healthiest it has ever been and I followed Dr. Swans “instructions” to the T. I knew I was going to have a caesar and Dr. Swan explained step by step what would happen. As there is no daddy in the picture I had asked my mom to be there with me on the big day. In truth I didn’t need anyone with me as my faith in Dr. Swan… Continue
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Michelle Rimmel-Maisonville said… - I usually start seeing moms in their second trimester, usually mid-trimester. Fees in our area range from C$250 to $500 +. You can visit my website at http://www.wombtocradle.com to learn more about my particular practice.
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