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The Breast Crawl
2008-02-07 23:43:00
If babies are placed between a mother's breasts after birth, the baby will initiate breastfeeding on his/her own usually within an hour after birth through an amazing phenomenon called the breast crawl. Click on the play button below to view the breast crawl.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Outcomes of Planned Homebirths...
2008-02-07 05:45:00
Results: 655 (12.1%) women who intended to deliver at home when labour began were transferred to hospital. Medical intervention rates included epidural (4.7%), episiotomy (2.1%), forceps (1.0%), vacuum extraction (0.6%), and caesarean section (3.7%); these rates were substantially lower than for low risk US women having hospital births. The intrapartum and neonatal mortality among women considered at low risk at start of labour, excluding deaths concerning life threatening congenital anomalies, was 1.7 deaths per 1000 planned home births, similar to risks in other studies of low risk home and hospital births in North America. No mothers died. No discrepancies were found for perinatal outcomes independently validated.Conclusions: Planned home birth for low risk women in North America using certified professional midwives was associated with lower rates of medical intervention but similar intrapartum and neonatal mortality to that of low risk hospital births in the United States.
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ACOG's Latest Anti-Homebirth Press Release
2008-02-07 04:55:00
ACOG has just recently released another statement opposing homebirth. Click here to read the full text of this press release. I have several issues with this press release and even moreso, with the medical care provided by members of ACOG. Read my objections below and feel free to post comments.I think its inappropriate and unethical to list maternal choice first as a factor in the increaseing cesarean rate. I do think that maternal choice is a factor but what about iatrogenic factors such as non-medically indicated inductions, the inability to correctly interpret data printouts from electronic fetal monitoring systems, physician impatience, and the lack of physician discretion in allowing convenience cesareans. A cesarean section is major surgery- cesearean birth, as opposed to vaginal birth, is associated with an increased rate of maternal mortality. Therefore, why isn't there more regulation surounding it? For example, patients desiring gastric bypass surgery or sex-reassignment...
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Suzanne Arms Workshop in PA: "Ancient Wisdom and Mother-Science and the Mo
2008-02-06 22:42:00
"Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science & the Mother -Baby" A one day workshop presented by SUZANNE ARMS Author, Speaker, & Filmmaker at $25.00 per person including lunch on Saturday, February 9th, 2008 10:00a.m. ? 5:30p.m. at Passage to India (525 S. Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104). This day long workshop will cover a wide variety of topics related to birth and the mother-baby dyad. Learn how unresolved trauma at the beginning of life is linked to the major public health and family crisis that we are dealing with today such as chronic illness, learning disabilities, anxiety disorders, depression, addictions, self abuse and violence. Suzanne will share information from brain-mind science, trauma healing, child development, and attachment theory on what each of us can do to identify, prevent, heal and transform birth-related trauma in mothers and babies. It's a day of deep learning, inspiration, practical tools and hope.Brought to you by: Birth Without Boundaries Internation...
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The Postpartum Place in Chatham, NJ
2008-02-05 15:20:00
There's an article in the NYTIMES about an increasing trend towards more postpartum care options for new families. The article specifically mentions where new parents in New Jersey can go to have a "babymoon." A babymoon is the new parents' version of a honeymoon- a time to get away and get to know that special person in your life- your newborn!You can of course have a babymoon in your own home but if relatives, neighbors, and all the stress around you is too much, New Jersey residents can look into:THE POSTPARTUM PLACEThe Postpartum Place offers:Breastfeeding Consulting- Get breastfeeding advice from the on-site lactation consultant.Mommy Nest- Stay at the Chatham inn during the immediate postpartum period and have your needs cared for.Parenting Classes for New Moms- Get advice from professionals about mothering and socialize with other new mothers and mothers who have "been there, done that."New Mom Boutique- Purchase all of the essential items for new motherhood at their boutique.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: WHO Infant Feeding Recommendations
2008-02-05 01:58:00
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Once a week, I will provide snippets of policy from respected organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), American Academy of Pediatricians (AAP), and many more. Some of the policies may seem counter to accepted norms, and that's why I've named the series "Food for Thought ."WHO Recommendation on Infant Feeding :"Breastfeeding is an unequalled way of providing ideal food for the healthy growth and development of infants; it is also an integral part of the reproductive process with important implications for the health of mothers.As a global public health recommendation, infants should be exclusively breastfed:(1) for the first six months of life to achieve optimal growth, development and health.(2) Thereafter, to meet their evolving nutritional requirements, infants should receive nutritionally adequate and safe complementary foods while breastfeeding continues for up to two years of age or ...

LLL NJ Presents Annual Breastfeeding and Parenting Conference
2008-02-05 01:31:00
LLL will be having its annual conference the weekend of April 4-6th, 2008 in Edison, NJ!This year's theme is ?Making a World of Difference.? The conference will feature:Dr. Robert Sears, MD, FAAP Author and television personality Lu Hanessian Acclaimed documentary ?The Business of Being Born?You can print the brochure and registration materials here: http://lalecheleaguenj.org/parentco/2008/ Brochure.pdf Here is a sampling of the sessions:Baby Training Philosophies and Their Effects on Breastfeeding Appropriate Weight Gain in the Breastfeeding InfantAnatomic Variability as an Issue for BreastfeedingBaby WearingSkin-to-SkinVaccines: Making an Educated Decision for your Child The Unique Contribution of Fathers
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January 16, 2008 Prepared Childbirth Class
2008-01-12 14:23:00
MorningStar Childbirth Services will be holding a Prepared Childbirth Class on January 16, 2008 . If you are interested in registering for classes, please contact me here.In this class we will cover:Pregnancy:Anatomy and Physiology of PregnancyPrenatal Care and Support Informed Decision MakingChildbirth:Anatomy and Physiology of ChildbirthInformed Decision MakingEmotions of LaborDeveloping Inner ConfidencePain Management and Comfort MeasuresLabor PositionsEmpowering the Woman's Primary PartnerLabor Outcomes: Medicated Labors, VBAC, and Cesarean BirthPostpartum Period:Anatomy and PhysiologyPostpartum Care and SupportPostpartum DepressionCaring for the NewbornBreastfeedingThe Interests and Concerns of Class Participants!

Welcome!
2007-08-27 02:08:00
Welcome to Expecting in New Jersey! This is the premier newsletter for expecting mothers in New Jersey. Look here for information regarding the latest news in pregnancy and childbirth; and the services I provide.