http://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/
This is a very interesting link...studies show that doulas are a method of pain relief.
Monday, October 14, 2013
Friday, March 18, 2011
New Way to Estimate due date
New Way to Estimate Due date
Carol Wood Nichols, professor of midwifery, developed this.
First time moms with 28 day cycle:
last menstrual period plus 12 months - 2 months, 14 days = Estimated Due Date
Second time moms or more with 28 day cycles;
Last menstrual period plus 12 months - 2 months, 18 days = estimated due date
cycles longer than 28 days: estimated due date plus ( days in cycle-28 days)= estimated due date
cycles shorter than 28 days: estimated due date -(28 days - days in cycle =estimated due date
Carol Wood Nichols, professor of midwifery, developed this.
First time moms with 28 day cycle:
last menstrual period plus 12 months - 2 months, 14 days = Estimated Due Date
Second time moms or more with 28 day cycles;
Last menstrual period plus 12 months - 2 months, 18 days = estimated due date
cycles longer than 28 days: estimated due date plus ( days in cycle-28 days)= estimated due date
cycles shorter than 28 days: estimated due date -(28 days - days in cycle =estimated due date
Friday, November 19, 2010
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Home
We are here for you,
to help you thrive as you become a mom or dad.
We encourage you
to develop your choices, confidence and strengths,
throughout your birth journey.
We offer unique, interactive classes in Winnipeg, temporarily at 500 Shaftebury BLVD, CMU>
-12 hour prenatal LAMAZE class, or 1 day intensive class, taught by my husband and I
-
birth doula services are available in spanish and english.
-Birth Doula Services-by an experience, DONA certified birth doula
to help you thrive as you become a mom or dad.
We encourage you
to develop your choices, confidence and strengths,
throughout your birth journey.
We offer unique, interactive classes in Winnipeg, temporarily at 500 Shaftebury BLVD, CMU>
-12 hour prenatal LAMAZE class, or 1 day intensive class, taught by my husband and I
-
birth doula services are available in spanish and english.
-Birth Doula Services-by an experience, DONA certified birth doula
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Birth Doula Services
Birth Doula Services
Why Use a Birth Doula?
After doing research on doulas Dr. John Kennell said,"If doula were a drug it would be malpractice not to use it." Wow! He saw firsthand what an incredible difference
a trained labour support companion makes to the childbearing family.
Research Based Evidence Says...
Having a trained labour companion has tremendous benefits
such as:
-reduces cesarean rates
- reduces requests for epidurals
- reduces length of labour
-reduces the need for pain medication
- less anxiety
-lower rates of post-partum depression
.- increased satisfaction with partner!
How do we practice?
Cost -$650 plus GST done through Birth Roots Doulas Collective. .
The birth doula contract is to be signed at the first visit.
includes :1-3 prenatal visits,2 postnatal visit ,email and phone support,
continuous labor support. We discuss your concerns, priorities and
preferences at these meeting and develop a birth plan or birth strategies
according to your choices and goals.
Our Role
reassuring you that your body can do this
personalizing your environment during labor and birth
offering information and research to guide your decisions
developing strategies and options for your unique concerns
giving nonjudgmental communication and support
bulding a bridge between medical staff and you
Examples of Techniques Used
Relaxation through breathing patterns, massage, visualizations.
Positioning and movement to enhance labor and birth
Affirmation and encouragement to find your rhythm in labor
Comfort Measures- hot or cold packs
Caring and intuition from the heart
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Books
To order any of these books, click on the purple Birth and Baby bookstore title at the top of the blog.
The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin
Everything you need to know to Help a woman through childbirth- This book is appropriate for husbands, friends, and doulas- it is written for anyone who will be actively coaching a woman in childbirth. Information is organized in a way that is easy to find and understand. Many medical terms such as stations and cervix effacement are explained with clear diagrams and practical definitions. Very helpful information on rhythm and ritual in labor. I love this book and use it constantly! Available in the Winnipeg Public Library
The Official Lamaze Guide- Giving Birth with confidence by Judith Lothian
Lamaze is no longer all about breathing, but about giving birth with confidence.
Written in a tender and inspirational style, this book explains and supports normal birth. Questions to ask your doctor, the care practices that support normal birth, pictures, and many stories make this book both practical and insightful. You must read this!Available in the Winnipeg Public Library
Your Amazing Newborn by Marshall Klaus and Phyllis Klaus
This beautiful book is full of pictures and will astound you with the abilities of a newborn. Delightful- supports the bond between parent and child, presents research on bonding and newborn abilities.
The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin
Everything you need to know to Help a woman through childbirth- This book is appropriate for husbands, friends, and doulas- it is written for anyone who will be actively coaching a woman in childbirth. Information is organized in a way that is easy to find and understand. Many medical terms such as stations and cervix effacement are explained with clear diagrams and practical definitions. Very helpful information on rhythm and ritual in labor. I love this book and use it constantly! Available in the Winnipeg Public Library
The Official Lamaze Guide- Giving Birth with confidence by Judith Lothian
Lamaze is no longer all about breathing, but about giving birth with confidence.
Written in a tender and inspirational style, this book explains and supports normal birth. Questions to ask your doctor, the care practices that support normal birth, pictures, and many stories make this book both practical and insightful. You must read this!Available in the Winnipeg Public Library
Your Amazing Newborn by Marshall Klaus and Phyllis Klaus
This beautiful book is full of pictures and will astound you with the abilities of a newborn. Delightful- supports the bond between parent and child, presents research on bonding and newborn abilities.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Birth Stories
Birth Stories
The Day Jason was Born
By Janice Koepnick
The baby and mother's names have been changed to protect confidentiality. The story was written to be read to this boy as a child. This was the first birth I attended, before any of my doula training.
All the snow melted. Even the ice melted. Crocuses and tulips were coming up.
Ada your mother, phoned me. I decided to come over to convince her she was in labor. It was about 6:30 pm. Your brothers went to their grandparents house.
This was the first prayer answered, your mom did not have to be put in labor by chemicals, her body did it naturally. (If a mother goes two weeks past her due date, she it given chemicals to start labor.)
We had a nice time, enjoying tea and a banana cake with cream cheese icing, listening to relaxing music, and looking at your parent’s wedding pictures. I gave your mom a massage.
It was a very peaceful night. We timed the contractions and your mom knew exactly when it was time to go to the hospital. Your dad was having coffee with the guys, but he came quickly when your mother told him it was time.
“Janice tells me I’m in labor,” she said.
Your mom phoned friends and grandparents to tell them she was going to the hospital and you would be born.
She put everything in order and did the laundry. Your brothers had sat on ketchup at McDonalds so their jackets needed washing.
When your dad arrived he had a shower. After the shower the contractions were three minutes apart. He began to pack the car madly ,like a person fast forwarded on a video.
As we sped off down the street your mom realized she didn’t have her glasses so your dad went to get them.
My girls , age 6 and 10 were so excited.
Your mom was a bit worried that we would not get a room at the hospital because they had told her on the phone that all the birthing rooms were busy so we prayed we would get one.
It was 10:00 at night.
When we got to the hospital your dad dropped us off while your mom and I registered. Your dad looked funny carrying the bright birth ball, and two heavy duffle bags.
We were sent to triage waiting room, where we could hear other women breathing, only separated by curtains. One side was full so we were led to the other side.
After they assessed your mom they immediately moved us to a beautiful birthing room. This is the second way we saw God move in your birth. Your mom was so relieved and thankful.
Immediately they checked your heart to see if it was Ok . The nurse who came to check your mom every 15 minutes was a Filipina named Zorina.
We continued to apply pressure to your mom’s back during contractions. This is because you had to change positions and your head pushes against your mom’s back. So applying pressure at this spot seemed to help.
After midnight, your mom mentioned that you would be born on your brother’s birthday.
Your mom leaned on the birth ball for awhile.
We also listened to music, and I told stories about your mom climbing mountains because going through labor is like climbing a mountain. We also talked about how her body was about to bloom like a flower. We prayed for you, to be who God wants you to be.
Your mom felt God’s peace surround her. She was able to completely relax. She knew exactly what she needed.
Your dad read bible verses and stayed close to your mother. We took turns massaging her back. We did this for about five hours. Your mom and dad were getting tired. I was too excited, I tried to rest but couldn’t.
After a while the nurses got everything ready. Your mom had to breath differently like a person blowing a feather.I breathed with her.
Your mom knew when it was time to push. After a few pushes you came out.
“Now I know why the baby is the flame” she said. Time stopped. We were in awe. You were purple covered with white stuff. Your skin was wrinkled and dry on your feet. We admired your long skinny fingers, perfect for playing violin or piano.
“It’s a boy!” I said. I smiled. I was so happy and amazed.
“I love you! I love you!” your mother said as she held you. “ I’ve been waiting to meet you.”
Your mother was radiant. Her ponytail came out and she looked more beautiful than any model or movie star you have ever seen.
Your dad was right there to welcome you, hold you, and be close to your mom. He thoroughly enjoyed being with you and your mom in this special time.
You took a few breaths and cried.
I wondered how the nurses could be so serious? They see so many new babies that it does not seem
special anymore? There you were, a new life right in front of our noses! A few minutes later another person came in.
“Who are you?” asked your mom.
“ I Am ze Doctor Rogazinzka!” She said importantly with a thick polish accent. She started giving orders immediately.
The doctor had missed the whole birth! However the nurses had known what to
do.
You had to be weighed. You did not like that. They put you in a cold metal scale. You cried when you were taken away from your mother. I don’t blame you, I don’t think most adults would enjoy being put naked on a cold metal thing either. Especially after being in a snuggly ,perfect place.
They also put you under a heat lamp. I watched to make sure you would not fall out.
We took turns holding you. We took pictures.
“We couldn’t have done it without you,” your parents said to me.
“It was such an honor and privilege to be here!” I replied.
That night April 7 you and God gave us a gift that is absolutely priceless – hope.
I had a new hope that I could do something I had never done before- provide support and encouragement to couples having a baby. I also had a renewed hope in the power of friendship and the power of God.
Your mom had a renewed hope that she could trust her body the way God made it, that she could do something she had never done before- give birth in a more natural way.
Thank you Jason.
The Day Jason was Born
By Janice Koepnick
The baby and mother's names have been changed to protect confidentiality. The story was written to be read to this boy as a child. This was the first birth I attended, before any of my doula training.
All the snow melted. Even the ice melted. Crocuses and tulips were coming up.
Ada your mother, phoned me. I decided to come over to convince her she was in labor. It was about 6:30 pm. Your brothers went to their grandparents house.
This was the first prayer answered, your mom did not have to be put in labor by chemicals, her body did it naturally. (If a mother goes two weeks past her due date, she it given chemicals to start labor.)
We had a nice time, enjoying tea and a banana cake with cream cheese icing, listening to relaxing music, and looking at your parent’s wedding pictures. I gave your mom a massage.
It was a very peaceful night. We timed the contractions and your mom knew exactly when it was time to go to the hospital. Your dad was having coffee with the guys, but he came quickly when your mother told him it was time.
“Janice tells me I’m in labor,” she said.
Your mom phoned friends and grandparents to tell them she was going to the hospital and you would be born.
She put everything in order and did the laundry. Your brothers had sat on ketchup at McDonalds so their jackets needed washing.
When your dad arrived he had a shower. After the shower the contractions were three minutes apart. He began to pack the car madly ,like a person fast forwarded on a video.
As we sped off down the street your mom realized she didn’t have her glasses so your dad went to get them.
My girls , age 6 and 10 were so excited.
Your mom was a bit worried that we would not get a room at the hospital because they had told her on the phone that all the birthing rooms were busy so we prayed we would get one.
It was 10:00 at night.
When we got to the hospital your dad dropped us off while your mom and I registered. Your dad looked funny carrying the bright birth ball, and two heavy duffle bags.
We were sent to triage waiting room, where we could hear other women breathing, only separated by curtains. One side was full so we were led to the other side.
After they assessed your mom they immediately moved us to a beautiful birthing room. This is the second way we saw God move in your birth. Your mom was so relieved and thankful.
Immediately they checked your heart to see if it was Ok . The nurse who came to check your mom every 15 minutes was a Filipina named Zorina.
We continued to apply pressure to your mom’s back during contractions. This is because you had to change positions and your head pushes against your mom’s back. So applying pressure at this spot seemed to help.
After midnight, your mom mentioned that you would be born on your brother’s birthday.
Your mom leaned on the birth ball for awhile.
We also listened to music, and I told stories about your mom climbing mountains because going through labor is like climbing a mountain. We also talked about how her body was about to bloom like a flower. We prayed for you, to be who God wants you to be.
Your mom felt God’s peace surround her. She was able to completely relax. She knew exactly what she needed.
Your dad read bible verses and stayed close to your mother. We took turns massaging her back. We did this for about five hours. Your mom and dad were getting tired. I was too excited, I tried to rest but couldn’t.
After a while the nurses got everything ready. Your mom had to breath differently like a person blowing a feather.I breathed with her.
Your mom knew when it was time to push. After a few pushes you came out.
“Now I know why the baby is the flame” she said. Time stopped. We were in awe. You were purple covered with white stuff. Your skin was wrinkled and dry on your feet. We admired your long skinny fingers, perfect for playing violin or piano.
“It’s a boy!” I said. I smiled. I was so happy and amazed.
“I love you! I love you!” your mother said as she held you. “ I’ve been waiting to meet you.”
Your mother was radiant. Her ponytail came out and she looked more beautiful than any model or movie star you have ever seen.
Your dad was right there to welcome you, hold you, and be close to your mom. He thoroughly enjoyed being with you and your mom in this special time.
You took a few breaths and cried.
I wondered how the nurses could be so serious? They see so many new babies that it does not seem
special anymore? There you were, a new life right in front of our noses! A few minutes later another person came in.
“Who are you?” asked your mom.
“ I Am ze Doctor Rogazinzka!” She said importantly with a thick polish accent. She started giving orders immediately.
The doctor had missed the whole birth! However the nurses had known what to
do.
You had to be weighed. You did not like that. They put you in a cold metal scale. You cried when you were taken away from your mother. I don’t blame you, I don’t think most adults would enjoy being put naked on a cold metal thing either. Especially after being in a snuggly ,perfect place.
They also put you under a heat lamp. I watched to make sure you would not fall out.
We took turns holding you. We took pictures.
“We couldn’t have done it without you,” your parents said to me.
“It was such an honor and privilege to be here!” I replied.
That night April 7 you and God gave us a gift that is absolutely priceless – hope.
I had a new hope that I could do something I had never done before- provide support and encouragement to couples having a baby. I also had a renewed hope in the power of friendship and the power of God.
Your mom had a renewed hope that she could trust her body the way God made it, that she could do something she had never done before- give birth in a more natural way.
Thank you Jason.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Websites
Websites
http://www.childbirthconnection.com/ has the complete text to a guide to effectice care in pregnancy and childbirth by M. Enkin. Info on forms of care that are effective and the research to show this, forms of care that are ineffective and the research to back this.
http://www.lamaze.org/- shows a video of a birth, documented information about care practices helpful to women in birth, a wealth of recent and relevant information
http://www.marchofdimes.com/ - helpful information, videos , and tips on pregnancy, birth and caring for newborns.
http://www.drjacknewoman.com/ - The Newman Breastfeeding clinic and Institute presents helpful videos and information. Dr. Jack Newman is a Canadian breastfeeding expert.
http://www.breastfeedingonline.com/- site is by a certified lactation consultant, nurse, and doula. She also works with Dr. Jack Newman. Information on increasing milk production, advantages of breastfeeding and human milk,breastfeeding adopted babies, getting a good latch, breastfeeding twins. This is great information but please do talk to a real person if you are in need of breastfeeding support.
I'm listed at DoulaNetwork.com
birthsource.com
http://www.childbirthconnection.com/ has the complete text to a guide to effectice care in pregnancy and childbirth by M. Enkin. Info on forms of care that are effective and the research to show this, forms of care that are ineffective and the research to back this.
http://www.lamaze.org/- shows a video of a birth, documented information about care practices helpful to women in birth, a wealth of recent and relevant information
http://www.marchofdimes.com/ - helpful information, videos , and tips on pregnancy, birth and caring for newborns.
http://www.drjacknewoman.com/ - The Newman Breastfeeding clinic and Institute presents helpful videos and information. Dr. Jack Newman is a Canadian breastfeeding expert.
http://www.breastfeedingonline.com/- site is by a certified lactation consultant, nurse, and doula. She also works with Dr. Jack Newman. Information on increasing milk production, advantages of breastfeeding and human milk,breastfeeding adopted babies, getting a good latch, breastfeeding twins. This is great information but please do talk to a real person if you are in need of breastfeeding support.
I'm listed at DoulaNetwork.com
birthsource.com
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Humour
Sole MatesWhat the difference
A girl went to the hospital and asked to see the 'upstern'. You mean the 'intern' said the nurse.
I guessso, I just wantancontamination.' You mean an 'examination.' Well, anyway, I want to go to the 'fraternity" ward.' You mean 'maternity ward. '
'Upstern, intern, contamination, examination, fraternity, maternity' , what's the difference.
I ain't demonstrated for four months and I now I'm stagnant!
taken from the Crisis Pregnancy Newsletter winter issue, 2008.
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