Ginger Tea with Tiffani is seeking an expert guest for the segment "Tools of the Trade" for June 25th and July 23rd at 8pm EST.
Tools of the Trade is the 30 minute segment of Pampered Pregger and Beyond's (PP&B) radio show where experts join us to share "tools of the trade" from preconception thru baby's first year!
If this interests you, please drop Tiffani an e-mail at TLawton@pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com
Visit Pampered Pregger and Beyond at: http://www.pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Four Key Essential Oils for Pain Management during Childbirth
Ginger Tea with Tiffani presents Tools of the Trade: "Four Key Essential Oils for Pain Management during Childbirth" with Nicole Tucker.
Time: May 28, 2009 from 10am to 10:30am
Location: Your Telephone!
Organized By: Tiffani Lawton
Event Description:
Nicole Tucker, Holistic Practitioner of Whole Creations, LLC will present specific information on each essential oil, including its unique therapeutic properties, the variety of ways to administer, how each oil specifically assist pain reduction and balancing. You will also learn how each essential oil benefits other issues during childbirth.
Nicole's Natural Therapy background include, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Enzyme Nutrition, Holistic Synergy Energywork, Flower Essences, Herbal Care and Holistic Health Counseling.
EST
Call 1-712-421-7475
Conference Passcode: 241404
Time: May 28, 2009 from 10am to 10:30am
Location: Your Telephone!
Organized By: Tiffani Lawton
Event Description:
Nicole Tucker, Holistic Practitioner of Whole Creations, LLC will present specific information on each essential oil, including its unique therapeutic properties, the variety of ways to administer, how each oil specifically assist pain reduction and balancing. You will also learn how each essential oil benefits other issues during childbirth.
Nicole's Natural Therapy background include, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Enzyme Nutrition, Holistic Synergy Energywork, Flower Essences, Herbal Care and Holistic Health Counseling.
EST
Call 1-712-421-7475
Conference Passcode: 241404
How to End Laundry Chaos
(from www.mercola.com)
Laundry can be one of the most stubborn forms of clutter. But there are ways to keep your laundry chaos to a minimum:
•First and foremost, establish a laundry routine. You can’t let laundry pile up or it instantly becomes chaotic.
•Exclusively use small, sturdy laundry baskets (20 gal. or smaller). Keep one in the bathroom, one in the bedroom(s), and one in the laundry room.
•Have fewer clothes. The fewer clothes you have, the fewer clothes you have to wash.
•Don’t have more clothes than you can store properly in your dresser drawers and closet. If you can’t put all of your clothes away, you’ll always have a reason to have dirty clothes.
•Only buy non-iron clothes to keep clean shirts from stacking up in a “needs ironing” pile.
•When moving, look for a place that has a laundry room on the same floor as your closet. If you’re a DIY person, consider building a closet with the washer and dryer right inside of it.
•Have a designated dry cleaner bag next to your hamper. If you keep it in your car, clothes that need to go to the dry cleaner will certainly pile up on the floor and cause clutter.
•Keep a stack of delicate bags next to your hamper. When you take off delicates, you can put them straight into a delicates bag and then just throw them into the hamper.
•Change into pajamas at least an hour before bedtime so that you have enough energy to do more than throw your dirty clothes on the floor.
•Before buying anything in a color that bleeds (like red), ask yourself if you will want to take the time to sort it out every time you launder it.
•Think about wearing only neutral colors so that you never have to sort your laundry into lights and darks.
•Get a job in an office that allows casual dress so that you stop wearing two sets of clothes on most days.
•Only have two sets of bed sheets -- one on your bed and one waiting on deck.
•By the age of 12 your children should have their own laundry routines.
•Clean out pockets when taking off clothing to avoid having to do it during sorting.
•If something is permanently stained or riddled with holes, get rid of it.
•Keep hangers in your laundry room so that you can immediately hang up the clothes that you don’t fold.
•Replace your washer and dryer with large capacity units so that you can do two to three traditional loads at a time.
•Have a table in your laundry room so that you can have a space to immediately fold clothes as they come out of the dryer. Do NOT allow it to become a clutter table -- keep it clean and only use it for folding.
•Have a designated bag or box in your laundry room to put clothes in that you want to donate to charity. When they come out of the dryer, fold them, and stick them into the bag.
Laundry can be one of the most stubborn forms of clutter. But there are ways to keep your laundry chaos to a minimum:
•First and foremost, establish a laundry routine. You can’t let laundry pile up or it instantly becomes chaotic.
•Exclusively use small, sturdy laundry baskets (20 gal. or smaller). Keep one in the bathroom, one in the bedroom(s), and one in the laundry room.
•Have fewer clothes. The fewer clothes you have, the fewer clothes you have to wash.
•Don’t have more clothes than you can store properly in your dresser drawers and closet. If you can’t put all of your clothes away, you’ll always have a reason to have dirty clothes.
•Only buy non-iron clothes to keep clean shirts from stacking up in a “needs ironing” pile.
•When moving, look for a place that has a laundry room on the same floor as your closet. If you’re a DIY person, consider building a closet with the washer and dryer right inside of it.
•Have a designated dry cleaner bag next to your hamper. If you keep it in your car, clothes that need to go to the dry cleaner will certainly pile up on the floor and cause clutter.
•Keep a stack of delicate bags next to your hamper. When you take off delicates, you can put them straight into a delicates bag and then just throw them into the hamper.
•Change into pajamas at least an hour before bedtime so that you have enough energy to do more than throw your dirty clothes on the floor.
•Before buying anything in a color that bleeds (like red), ask yourself if you will want to take the time to sort it out every time you launder it.
•Think about wearing only neutral colors so that you never have to sort your laundry into lights and darks.
•Get a job in an office that allows casual dress so that you stop wearing two sets of clothes on most days.
•Only have two sets of bed sheets -- one on your bed and one waiting on deck.
•By the age of 12 your children should have their own laundry routines.
•Clean out pockets when taking off clothing to avoid having to do it during sorting.
•If something is permanently stained or riddled with holes, get rid of it.
•Keep hangers in your laundry room so that you can immediately hang up the clothes that you don’t fold.
•Replace your washer and dryer with large capacity units so that you can do two to three traditional loads at a time.
•Have a table in your laundry room so that you can have a space to immediately fold clothes as they come out of the dryer. Do NOT allow it to become a clutter table -- keep it clean and only use it for folding.
•Have a designated bag or box in your laundry room to put clothes in that you want to donate to charity. When they come out of the dryer, fold them, and stick them into the bag.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Hug Your Baby
Every baby is unique and special. The H.U.G website and the H.U.G. DVD teach you ways to understand your baby’s special ways of communicating and how best to respond.
You will learn
Parent Skills: Understanding the ZONE Your Baby is in; Seeing Your Baby's SOS.
Helping your Baby Sleep and Eat Well.
Calming your Baby.
Playing with your Baby.
About the author:
Jan Tedder, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner has worked in a primary care setting for thirty years. Educated at UNCC, UNC-CH, the Brazelton Institute/Touchpoints Center, and Duke Un. Child Development Center, she has lectured across the USA and internationally.
Small Group Childbirth Class
Time: July 25, 2009 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: The Healing Point
Organized By: Jennifer Mossholder
Event Description:
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Please email jenn@doulamom.com three (3) days prior to the class or the class is in jeopardy of being canceled. This is a 2 to 3 hour session (ONE CLASS) and class size is limited. Small Group is a great environment to learn in. The benefit to limiting the class size and it being in a small environment is the personalization and having the ability to get all your questions answered or addressed. Light snacks and beverages are included in the tuition.
$60 per couple
See more details and RSVP on Pampered Pregger and Beyond:
http://www.pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com/events/event/show?id=2124691%3AEvent%3A10862&xgi=doEiRiG
Location: The Healing Point
Organized By: Jennifer Mossholder
Event Description:
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Please email jenn@doulamom.com three (3) days prior to the class or the class is in jeopardy of being canceled. This is a 2 to 3 hour session (ONE CLASS) and class size is limited. Small Group is a great environment to learn in. The benefit to limiting the class size and it being in a small environment is the personalization and having the ability to get all your questions answered or addressed. Light snacks and beverages are included in the tuition.
$60 per couple
See more details and RSVP on Pampered Pregger and Beyond:
http://www.pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com/events/event/show?id=2124691%3AEvent%3A10862&xgi=doEiRiG
Monday, May 18, 2009
Why Bottle-Fed Babies Grow Fatter
London, Apr 26 : Breast milk has less protein than formula, a new study has claimed.
It has been believed that formula-fed babies, who tend to be bigger, are "programmed" to store fat and so have a higher risk of childhood obesity.
Now, an international study of 1,000 babies, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, has suggested that protein levels in formula should fall.
The study, which was carried out in Belgium, Italy, Germany, Poland and Spain, included babies born between 2002 and 2004.
Parents were recruited to take part in the first few weeks of their babies' lives, reports The BBC.
To reach the conclusion, a third were given a low protein content formula milk, a third had a formula with a higher level of protein, while the rest were breast-fed during their first year.
In order to qualify as breast-fed, kids had to be either exclusively given breast milk, or have a maximum of three bottles per week.
Then the infants were followed up to the age of two with regular weight, height and body mass index measurements taken.
At the age of two, there was no difference in height between the groups, but the high protein group were the heaviest.
The researchers suggest lower protein intakes in infancy might protect against later obesity.
The children are being followed up further to see whether those given the lower protein formulas have a reduced risk of obesity later on.
Professor Berthold Koletzko, from the University of Munich, Germany, and who led the study, said: "These results from the EU Childhood Obesity Programme underline the importance of promoting and supporting breastfeeding because of the long-term benefits it brings.
"They also highlight the importance of the continual development and improvement in the composition of infant formula. Limiting the protein content of infant and follow-on formula can normalise early growth and might contribute greatly to reducing the long-term risk of childhood overweight and obesity."
It has been believed that formula-fed babies, who tend to be bigger, are "programmed" to store fat and so have a higher risk of childhood obesity.
Now, an international study of 1,000 babies, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, has suggested that protein levels in formula should fall.
The study, which was carried out in Belgium, Italy, Germany, Poland and Spain, included babies born between 2002 and 2004.
Parents were recruited to take part in the first few weeks of their babies' lives, reports The BBC.
To reach the conclusion, a third were given a low protein content formula milk, a third had a formula with a higher level of protein, while the rest were breast-fed during their first year.
In order to qualify as breast-fed, kids had to be either exclusively given breast milk, or have a maximum of three bottles per week.
Then the infants were followed up to the age of two with regular weight, height and body mass index measurements taken.
At the age of two, there was no difference in height between the groups, but the high protein group were the heaviest.
The researchers suggest lower protein intakes in infancy might protect against later obesity.
The children are being followed up further to see whether those given the lower protein formulas have a reduced risk of obesity later on.
Professor Berthold Koletzko, from the University of Munich, Germany, and who led the study, said: "These results from the EU Childhood Obesity Programme underline the importance of promoting and supporting breastfeeding because of the long-term benefits it brings.
"They also highlight the importance of the continual development and improvement in the composition of infant formula. Limiting the protein content of infant and follow-on formula can normalise early growth and might contribute greatly to reducing the long-term risk of childhood overweight and obesity."
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Solicitation for articles
The CAPPA Quarterly
Did you ever wish you could share your expertise with more birthing and postpartum families? Do you have an outlet to reach your audience? Want to share ideas and information with other professionals?
The mission of the CAPPA Quarterly is to represent and speak to professionals from all over the world and from all walks of life. When you write for the CAPPA Quarterly you provide us with content. But what is in it for you?
CAPPA accepts unsolicited articles from inside and outside sources. Consider these benefits:
Continuing Education Units for recertification.
Share knowledge of your favorite subject
Gain experience
Enhance credibility
Develop relations
Fosters creativity
Gives you free exposure
Develops competence
Currently we are looking for articles written on the following topics:
*how doulas can help a mom with multiples get organized, tricks for successful nursing and/or supplementing without guilt, and how to find lactation counselors.
*postpartum doulas and nights/weekends shifts, advertising nights/weekends shifts, pay scale, and information you give parents for the day while you're not there.
*how lactation educators/counselors working in hospitals set up classes, how do you reach moms, when do you see a breastfeeding mom, what info to you give mom for when she returns home, etc?
*an article about eco-friendly products for family, with a list that includes items that will not break the budget, cloth diapers, carriers, bedding, clothing, etc.
*an article for the new professional doula or cbe, including which products to start with, economical items, etc.
Questions for dad:
What is/was your number one concern when becoming a father?
How do you feel about your partner breastfeeding your baby? If you are for it, what information do you need to provide her the support/encouragement she might need.
Would you be interested in a support group for dads?
After the birth of your child, did you experience depression?
What information do/did you need to better support your partner during pregnancy, labor, parenting?
Please email your responses or questions to doulamichelle@comcast.net, with CAPPA Quarterly in the subject line.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
The CAPPA Quarterly
I’m excited about this issue of the CAPPA Quarterly. We have several great articles for you to read, share with your clients and those in your network. Including, Postpartum Doula, Nanny and Baby Nurse: What’s the Difference by Hilary Lockhart. This article will enlighten anyone who is confused about the differences in these roles, and help couples decide which professional service is right for them. The Doula with a Handicap: Insights and Unique Perspectives by Polly Perez. Will live up to its name and provide three unique perspectives from three fantastic doulas, as well as practical tips for the doula with a handicap. We have a running theme through this issue of the importance of bonding and touch for baby, parents and grandparents; as well as practical suggestions for anyone helping out the family with a newborn.
The issue can be accessed by visiting www.cappa.net/quarterly.php.
You will find in this issue:
CAPPA Spotlight: Kay Miller
Acknowledging Touch by Emy Porter
Infant Massage and Grandparents: A Unique Bonding Experience by Lisa Davis
Postpartum Doula, Nanny and Baby Nurse: What’s the Difference by Hilary Lockhart
Practical Suggestions for Newborn Care: How Family and Friends Can Help by Theresa Wrublesky
The Doula with a Handicap: Insights and Unique Perspectives by Paulina ‘Polly’ Perez
For your information you will also find the following advertisements:
Stork Vision
Cascade HealthCare Products
Maggie’s Soap Nuts
Kym Dalton: Traveling Trainer
Sheri Menelli: Marketing Birth
The issue can be accessed by visiting www.cappa.net/quarterly.php.
You will find in this issue:
CAPPA Spotlight: Kay Miller
Acknowledging Touch by Emy Porter
Infant Massage and Grandparents: A Unique Bonding Experience by Lisa Davis
Postpartum Doula, Nanny and Baby Nurse: What’s the Difference by Hilary Lockhart
Practical Suggestions for Newborn Care: How Family and Friends Can Help by Theresa Wrublesky
The Doula with a Handicap: Insights and Unique Perspectives by Paulina ‘Polly’ Perez
For your information you will also find the following advertisements:
Stork Vision
Cascade HealthCare Products
Maggie’s Soap Nuts
Kym Dalton: Traveling Trainer
Sheri Menelli: Marketing Birth
Eating Lightly During Labor May Not Affect Obstetric or Neonatal Outcomes
March 30, 2009 — Eating a light diet during labor did not affect obstetric or neonatal outcomes or increase vomiting, according to the results of a prospective, randomized controlled trial reported online first in the March 25 issue of the British Medical Journal.
"The current rationale for women fasting during labour is to protect them from pulmonary aspiration should general anaesthesia be needed for an emergency operative delivery," write Geraldine O'Sullivan, MD, from St. Thomas' Hospital, Guy's and St. Thomas' National Health Service Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom, and colleagues. "However, prolonged fasting in labour has never been proved to influence the incidence of pulmonary aspiration, and some clinicians and midwives consider that preventing food intake can be detrimental to the mother, her baby, and the progress of labour. Whether food intake in labour will influence the ability to deliver normally, the length of labour, or other obstetric and neonatal end points is not known."
To read full article:
http://cme.medscape.com/viewarticle/590288?src=cmemp
"The current rationale for women fasting during labour is to protect them from pulmonary aspiration should general anaesthesia be needed for an emergency operative delivery," write Geraldine O'Sullivan, MD, from St. Thomas' Hospital, Guy's and St. Thomas' National Health Service Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom, and colleagues. "However, prolonged fasting in labour has never been proved to influence the incidence of pulmonary aspiration, and some clinicians and midwives consider that preventing food intake can be detrimental to the mother, her baby, and the progress of labour. Whether food intake in labour will influence the ability to deliver normally, the length of labour, or other obstetric and neonatal end points is not known."
To read full article:
http://cme.medscape.com/viewarticle/590288?src=cmemp
CAPPA Labor Doula Training
REGISTRATION CLOSES Monday, May 18, 2009!!
REGISTER TODAY!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 and Thursday, June 11, 2009
8:00am – 5:00pm both days
Register NOW! - $250.00
Register at www.doulaval.com/trainingschedule.html, http://asp.cappa.net/www/trainings/trainings.asp?tid=68 or with Val Staples at 706-662-3196 or doulaval@bellsouth.net.
Labor Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support to women during pregnancy, labor, and the early postpartum period. CAPPA is the premier labor doula certification organization, and is coming to Scottsdale! CAPPA provides the highest quality training and focuses on teaching non-medical comfort measures (massage, positioning, breathing, relaxation, etc), how to assist the laboring mother and her support team emotionally, and how to start and maintain a doula practice. This training is one step to certification as a labor doula with CAPPA.
Other topics covered at the labor doula training:
The Significance of Birth to the Mother
Massage Techniques for Labor
Pain Medications Used for Labor
Birth Planning
Difficult Labors
Communication with Medical Professionals
The Doula’s Role in Cesarean and VBAC
Contracts and Marketing
Val Staples is the director of CAPPA’s Doula Programs. She has been a labor doula for fourteen years, and provides labor support to parents in the central eastern Alabama and western Georgia region.
This training is scheduled to precede the Annual CAPPA FREE Childbirth Conference and Convention. More information about CAPPA’s conference can be found at http://www.cappa.net.
REGISTER TODAY!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 and Thursday, June 11, 2009
8:00am – 5:00pm both days
Register NOW! - $250.00
Register at www.doulaval.com/trainingschedule.html, http://asp.cappa.net/www/trainings/trainings.asp?tid=68 or with Val Staples at 706-662-3196 or doulaval@bellsouth.net.
Labor Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support to women during pregnancy, labor, and the early postpartum period. CAPPA is the premier labor doula certification organization, and is coming to Scottsdale! CAPPA provides the highest quality training and focuses on teaching non-medical comfort measures (massage, positioning, breathing, relaxation, etc), how to assist the laboring mother and her support team emotionally, and how to start and maintain a doula practice. This training is one step to certification as a labor doula with CAPPA.
Other topics covered at the labor doula training:
The Significance of Birth to the Mother
Massage Techniques for Labor
Pain Medications Used for Labor
Birth Planning
Difficult Labors
Communication with Medical Professionals
The Doula’s Role in Cesarean and VBAC
Contracts and Marketing
Val Staples is the director of CAPPA’s Doula Programs. She has been a labor doula for fourteen years, and provides labor support to parents in the central eastern Alabama and western Georgia region.
This training is scheduled to precede the Annual CAPPA FREE Childbirth Conference and Convention. More information about CAPPA’s conference can be found at http://www.cappa.net.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Yummy Mummy. Breastfeeding specialty store opens
Dear All,
I am thrilled to announce the opening of Yummy Mummy, the first and only breastfeeding specialty store on the east side of Manhattan. Yummy Mummy, located at 1201 Lexington (between 81st and 82nd streets), is a one-stop shop for the breastfeeding mom, offering every nursing essential and classes taught by Certified Lactation Consultants.
To celebrate the opening, I am sending this link to a coupon which can be redeemed for a free breastfeeding diary with purchase. Of course, I would love if you could forward this email to anyone who might be interested in learning about Yummy Mummy!
I have many many of you to thank -- for your ideas, collaboration and most of all for your support. So thank you! Please come visit me soon!
Amanda
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Amanda Cole
President, Yummy Mummy
1201 Lexington Avenue NYC
212-87-YUMMY
http://yummymummyst ore.com
Supplies*Support* Sisterhood
Download and print your coupon To remove your email from this mailing list, click here: http://yummymummyst ore.com/index. php?ACT=5&id=dJOyD1ZNNU
I am thrilled to announce the opening of Yummy Mummy, the first and only breastfeeding specialty store on the east side of Manhattan. Yummy Mummy, located at 1201 Lexington (between 81st and 82nd streets), is a one-stop shop for the breastfeeding mom, offering every nursing essential and classes taught by Certified Lactation Consultants.
To celebrate the opening, I am sending this link to a coupon
I have many many of you to thank -- for your ideas, collaboration and most of all for your support. So thank you! Please come visit me soon!
Amanda
------------ ----
Amanda Cole
President, Yummy Mummy
1201 Lexington Avenue NYC
212-87-YUMMY
http://yummymummyst ore.com
Supplies*Support* Sisterhood
Download and print your coupon
CAPPA Quarterly
I’m looking for the answers to the following questions. The feedback will be used to help choose article topics for the CAPPA Quarterly.
What is/was your number one concern when becoming a father?
How do you feel about your partner breastfeeding your baby? If you are for it, what information do you need to provide her the support/encouragement she might need.
Would you be interested in a support group for dads?
After the birth of your child, did you experience depression?
What information do/did you need to better support your partner during pregnancy, labor, parenting?
please email your answers to doulamichelle@comcast.net.
What is/was your number one concern when becoming a father?
How do you feel about your partner breastfeeding your baby? If you are for it, what information do you need to provide her the support/encouragement she might need.
Would you be interested in a support group for dads?
After the birth of your child, did you experience depression?
What information do/did you need to better support your partner during pregnancy, labor, parenting?
please email your answers to doulamichelle@comcast.net.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Lactation Education Training
Last Chance to register for CAPPA Pre Conference CLE
Register by 5/15 for a 20% discount. To register with discount, please call Laurel directly at 720-291-9115 or email at linfinitee@aol.com. 5/15/09 is the last date to register for this course.
CAPPA 20 Hour CLE™ Breastfeeding Course
Support Women Centered Care
Complete both the 20 Hour Breastfeeding Course in Support of the BFHI and the CAPPA Certified Lactation Educator Workshop at once!
Connect With Emerging Families
Diversify your practice for these challenging economic times!!!
Take the first step to becoming a CLE by attending a workshop in your area, taught by veteran pre/postnatal educator Laurel Wilson. Laurel has been working with families in the childbearing year for over thirteen years as a doula, educator and prenatal yoga teacher. She serves as the CAPPA Director of Lactation Programs. She trains Labor Doulas, Childbirth Educators, and Lactation Educators for CAPPA.
Sample of What You Will Learn:
Goals/Roles of the Lactation Educator
Historical Look at Breastfeeding
Anatomical, Physiological, & Hormonal Aspects of Lactation
Benefits of Breastfeeding/Hazards of Formula Feeding
Successful Starts with Breastfeeding
Teaching To Adult Learners
Ten Steps to Baby Friendly
Working with the Hospital
Maternal/Infant Challenges
Pumping/Expressing Breastmilk
Medications and Mother’s Milk
Fathers/Partners and Breastfeeding
Marketing Your Practice
Benefits of this program:
You can teach in a variety of settings, from private classes to hospital
You will understand the necessity of advocacy, promotion and support of breastfeeding
You will be able to market and target your audience
You will begin the process of certification with CAPPA
For complete certification information, see www.cappa.net
To understand what BabyFriendly is, see www.babyfriendlyusa.org
For more information on the specific trainings, see www.motherjourney.com
June 9, 10,11 2009
8:30-5:30
$375
4 Diamond Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino
Payment Plans Available
To register:
www.motherjourney.com
720-291-9115
linfinitee@aol.com
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Register by 5/15 for a 20% discount. To register with discount, please call Laurel directly at 720-291-9115 or email at linfinitee@aol.com. 5/15/09 is the last date to register for this course.
CAPPA 20 Hour CLE™ Breastfeeding Course
Support Women Centered Care
Complete both the 20 Hour Breastfeeding Course in Support of the BFHI and the CAPPA Certified Lactation Educator Workshop at once!
Connect With Emerging Families
Diversify your practice for these challenging economic times!!!
Take the first step to becoming a CLE by attending a workshop in your area, taught by veteran pre/postnatal educator Laurel Wilson. Laurel has been working with families in the childbearing year for over thirteen years as a doula, educator and prenatal yoga teacher. She serves as the CAPPA Director of Lactation Programs. She trains Labor Doulas, Childbirth Educators, and Lactation Educators for CAPPA.
Sample of What You Will Learn:
Goals/Roles of the Lactation Educator
Historical Look at Breastfeeding
Anatomical, Physiological, & Hormonal Aspects of Lactation
Benefits of Breastfeeding/Hazards of Formula Feeding
Successful Starts with Breastfeeding
Teaching To Adult Learners
Ten Steps to Baby Friendly
Working with the Hospital
Maternal/Infant Challenges
Pumping/Expressing Breastmilk
Medications and Mother’s Milk
Fathers/Partners and Breastfeeding
Marketing Your Practice
Benefits of this program:
You can teach in a variety of settings, from private classes to hospital
You will understand the necessity of advocacy, promotion and support of breastfeeding
You will be able to market and target your audience
You will begin the process of certification with CAPPA
For complete certification information, see www.cappa.net
To understand what BabyFriendly is, see www.babyfriendlyusa.org
For more information on the specific trainings, see www.motherjourney.com
June 9, 10,11 2009
8:30-5:30
$375
4 Diamond Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino
Payment Plans Available
To register:
www.motherjourney.com
720-291-9115
linfinitee@aol.com
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Monday, May 11, 2009
Staying Home to Give Birth: Why Women in the U.S. Choose Home Birth
Journal of Midwifery & Womens Health
Volume 54 Issue 2. Pages 119-126 (March 2009)
Staying Home to Give Birth: Why Women in the United States Choose Home Birth
Approximately 1% of American women give birth at home and face substantial
obstacles when they make this choice. This study describes the reasons that
women in the United States choose home birth. A qualitative descriptive
secondary analysis was conducted in a previously collected dataset obtained
via an online survey. The sample consisted of 160 women who were US
residents and planned a home birth at least once. Content analysis was used
to study the responses from women to one essay question: "Why did you choose
home birth?" Women who participated in the study were mostly married (91%)
and white (87%). The majority (62%) had a college education. Our analysis
revealed 508 separate statements about why these women chose home birth.
Responses were coded and categorized into 26 common themes. The most common
reasons given for wanting to birth at home were: 1) safety (n = 38); 2)
avoidance of unnecessary medical interventions common in hospital births (n
= 38); 3) previous negative hospital experience (n = 37); 4) more control (n
= 35); and 5) comfortable, familiar environment (n = 30). Another dominant
theme was women's trust in the birth process (n = 25). Women equated medical
intervention with reduced safety and trusted their bodies' inherent ability
to give birth without interference.
Volume 54 Issue 2. Pages 119-126 (March 2009)
Staying Home to Give Birth: Why Women in the United States Choose Home Birth
Approximately 1% of American women give birth at home and face substantial
obstacles when they make this choice. This study describes the reasons that
women in the United States choose home birth. A qualitative descriptive
secondary analysis was conducted in a previously collected dataset obtained
via an online survey. The sample consisted of 160 women who were US
residents and planned a home birth at least once. Content analysis was used
to study the responses from women to one essay question: "Why did you choose
home birth?" Women who participated in the study were mostly married (91%)
and white (87%). The majority (62%) had a college education. Our analysis
revealed 508 separate statements about why these women chose home birth.
Responses were coded and categorized into 26 common themes. The most common
reasons given for wanting to birth at home were: 1) safety (n = 38); 2)
avoidance of unnecessary medical interventions common in hospital births (n
= 38); 3) previous negative hospital experience (n = 37); 4) more control (n
= 35); and 5) comfortable, familiar environment (n = 30). Another dominant
theme was women's trust in the birth process (n = 25). Women equated medical
intervention with reduced safety and trusted their bodies' inherent ability
to give birth without interference.
Teen Birth Rates Up Slightly in 2007
http://www.cdc. gov/media/ pressrel/ 2009/r090318. htm
For Immediate Release: March 18, 2009
Contact: CDC National Center for Health Statistics
Office of Communication, (301) 458-4800
Teen Birth Rates Up Slightly in 2007 for Second Consecutive Year
The birth rate for U.S. teens aged 15 to 19 increased by about 1 percent in 2007, from 41.9 births per 1,000 in 2006 to 42.5 in 2007, according to a report Printable PDF released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is the second year in a row that teen births have gone up. They increased 3 percent in 2006 following a 14-year decline.
Birth rates also increased for women in their 20s, 30s and early 40s, but remained unchanged for younger teens and pre-teens aged 10-14. Only Hispanic teens noted a decline in the birth rate, which fell 2 percent in 2007 to 81.7 births per 1,000.
Unmarried childbearing increased to historic levels in 2007 for women aged 15-44. An estimated 1.7 million babies were born to unmarried women in 2007, accounting for 39.7 percent of all births in the United States an increase of 4 percent from 2006. Unmarried childbearing has increased 26 percent since 2002 when the recent steep increases began.
The report, “Births: Preliminary Data for 2007,” Printable PDF from CDC's National Center for Health Statistics [ http://www.cdc. gov/nchs/ data/nvsr/ nvsr57/nvsr57_ 12.pdf ] is based on an analysis of nearly 99 percent of birth records reported by 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories as part of the National Vital Statistics System.
Other findings:
* Total U.S. births rose in 2007 to over 4, 317,119, the highest number of births ever registered in the United States.
* The cesarean delivery rate rose 2 percent in 2007, to 31.8 percent, marking the 11th consecutive year of increase and another record high for the United States.
* The percentage of low birthweight babies declined slightly between 2006 and 2007, from 8.3 percent to 8.2 percent. This is the first decline in the percentage of low birthweight babies since 1984.
* The preterm birth rate (infants delivered at less than 37 weeks of pregnancy) decreased 1 percent in 2007 to 12.7 percent. The decline was seen mostly among infants born late preterm (between 34 and 36 weeks).
The full report and a separate report with state births data are available at www.cdc.gov/ nchs.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
For Immediate Release: March 18, 2009
Contact: CDC National Center for Health Statistics
Office of Communication, (301) 458-4800
Teen Birth Rates Up Slightly in 2007 for Second Consecutive Year
The birth rate for U.S. teens aged 15 to 19 increased by about 1 percent in 2007, from 41.9 births per 1,000 in 2006 to 42.5 in 2007, according to a report Printable PDF released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is the second year in a row that teen births have gone up. They increased 3 percent in 2006 following a 14-year decline.
Birth rates also increased for women in their 20s, 30s and early 40s, but remained unchanged for younger teens and pre-teens aged 10-14. Only Hispanic teens noted a decline in the birth rate, which fell 2 percent in 2007 to 81.7 births per 1,000.
Unmarried childbearing increased to historic levels in 2007 for women aged 15-44. An estimated 1.7 million babies were born to unmarried women in 2007, accounting for 39.7 percent of all births in the United States an increase of 4 percent from 2006. Unmarried childbearing has increased 26 percent since 2002 when the recent steep increases began.
The report, “Births: Preliminary Data for 2007,” Printable PDF from CDC's National Center for Health Statistics [ http://www.cdc. gov/nchs/ data/nvsr/ nvsr57/nvsr57_ 12.pdf ] is based on an analysis of nearly 99 percent of birth records reported by 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories as part of the National Vital Statistics System.
Other findings:
* Total U.S. births rose in 2007 to over 4, 317,119, the highest number of births ever registered in the United States.
* The cesarean delivery rate rose 2 percent in 2007, to 31.8 percent, marking the 11th consecutive year of increase and another record high for the United States.
* The percentage of low birthweight babies declined slightly between 2006 and 2007, from 8.3 percent to 8.2 percent. This is the first decline in the percentage of low birthweight babies since 1984.
* The preterm birth rate (infants delivered at less than 37 weeks of pregnancy) decreased 1 percent in 2007 to 12.7 percent. The decline was seen mostly among infants born late preterm (between 34 and 36 weeks).
The full report and a separate report with state births data are available at www.cdc.gov/ nchs.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Friday, May 08, 2009
Mother Words Online Summer Session
Mother Words Online Summer Session - 8 weeks
June 11 - August 6 (no class the week of June 29)
Whether you are a new mom or a veteran, whether you gave birth to or adopted your child, in this online class you’ll learn how to take birth and motherhood stories and turn them into art. Weekly lectures, reading assignments and writing exercises will focus on telling details, character development, emotional distance, strengthening your reflective voice, and revision. You can expect to generate a number of short creative nonfiction pieces and one long piece. You will receive feedback from your peers and from me through online workshops.
This class is open to writers of all ability levels! Join us!
There is more information on my website: http://katehopper.com/pages/teaching.php
People can e-mail me with questions or to register: katehopper[at]msn.com.
June 11 - August 6 (no class the week of June 29)
Whether you are a new mom or a veteran, whether you gave birth to or adopted your child, in this online class you’ll learn how to take birth and motherhood stories and turn them into art. Weekly lectures, reading assignments and writing exercises will focus on telling details, character development, emotional distance, strengthening your reflective voice, and revision. You can expect to generate a number of short creative nonfiction pieces and one long piece. You will receive feedback from your peers and from me through online workshops.
This class is open to writers of all ability levels! Join us!
There is more information on my website: http://katehopper.com/pages/teaching.php
People can e-mail me with questions or to register: katehopper[at]msn.com.
International Doula Month
Press Release: Lawrenceville, GA: May 6, 2009: May is International Doula Month.
Contact: Tracy Wilson Peters, CAPPA Director/Founder at 888-My-CAPPA or info@cappa.net, www.cappa.net.
This is the month that Doulas and the families they work with celebrate the profession.
There are three types of doulas who provide support for women during pregnancy, birth and postpartum:
A Labor Doula helps expectant women and families prepare for childbirth by providing resources and timely information, and by providing emotional and physical support throughout the birth event.
The Antepartum Doula has extensive training that relates to assisting expectant women who may be on bed-rest, who may or may not be high-risk.
A Postpartum Doula can help smooth the Transition into parenting by providing continuous support in the first few weeks after delivery by providing assistance with breastfeeding and newborn care, in addition to other types of practical help.
The support of a Doula improves the childbirth experience, increases breastfeeding success, improves family bonding, and encourages and strengthens families.
CAPPA is a non-profit international training and certifying organization. Founded in
1998 CAPPA’s mission is to provide professional membership and training in related
Women’s health fields. These consist of Childbirth and Lactation Educators, Antepartum, Labor and Postpartum doulas, advanced certifications in Teen Support, Adoption Services and the Advanced Comfort Measures training class. CAPPA has grown to include national and international members and three divisions: the parent organization CAPPA, CAPPA Canada and Operation Special Delivery (OSD).
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Lactation Education Presentation
June 13 4:30-5:30 pm $25
Topic: Update –What the Latest Evidence Says about Common Breastfeeding Questions
Speaker: Laurel Wilson, CLC, CLE, CCCE, CLD
Timing: 60 minutes
Does it feel as though everything breastfeeding related has changed in the past few years? Unfortunately for most childbearing year professionals, much of what we have newly discovered about breastfeeding has changed our answers to the most common questions asked. Register for this breakout session with the Director of CAPPA's Lactation Educator Programs and learn the most current, evidenced based answers to common breastfeeding questions. We will cover topics such as new research in skin to skin, the dangers of artificial milk, AAP and WHO guidelines on infant feeding, steps to successful breastfeeding, new breast anatomy, appropriate breastfeeding intervals, the truth about latch, storage capacity and the truth about lactose intolerance and omega fatty supplements. Attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion and 1 CAPPA CE.
For more information email Laurel Wilson at linfinitee@aol.com or visit website at www.motherjourney.com
To register: Visit CAPPA.net, go to CAPPA Store and click on Conference Breakout Sessions or follow this link:
http://www.cappa.net/miva/merchant.mv?
Topic: Update –What the Latest Evidence Says about Common Breastfeeding Questions
Speaker: Laurel Wilson, CLC, CLE, CCCE, CLD
Timing: 60 minutes
Does it feel as though everything breastfeeding related has changed in the past few years? Unfortunately for most childbearing year professionals, much of what we have newly discovered about breastfeeding has changed our answers to the most common questions asked. Register for this breakout session with the Director of CAPPA's Lactation Educator Programs and learn the most current, evidenced based answers to common breastfeeding questions. We will cover topics such as new research in skin to skin, the dangers of artificial milk, AAP and WHO guidelines on infant feeding, steps to successful breastfeeding, new breast anatomy, appropriate breastfeeding intervals, the truth about latch, storage capacity and the truth about lactose intolerance and omega fatty supplements. Attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion and 1 CAPPA CE.
For more information email Laurel Wilson at linfinitee@aol.com or visit website at www.motherjourney.com
To register: Visit CAPPA.net, go to CAPPA Store and click on Conference Breakout Sessions or follow this link:
http://www.cappa.net/miva/merchant.mv?
Friday, May 01, 2009
Pampered Pregger and Beyond
A message to all members of Pampered Pregger and Beyond
Have you authored a book that benefits the perinatal mother? If so, PP&B wants you on our talk radio show, Ginger Tea with Tiffani.
The 3rd Thursday of each month is dedicated to the Author's Tea...where you can share an excerpt from your book!
E-mail Tiffani for details ASAP...TLawton@pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com
Warmly,
Tiffani
Visit Pampered Pregger and Beyond at: http://www.pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com
Have you authored a book that benefits the perinatal mother? If so, PP&B wants you on our talk radio show, Ginger Tea with Tiffani.
The 3rd Thursday of each month is dedicated to the Author's Tea...where you can share an excerpt from your book!
E-mail Tiffani for details ASAP...TLawton@pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com
Warmly,
Tiffani
Visit Pampered Pregger and Beyond at: http://www.pamperedpreggerandbeyond.com
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