2023 Update: Episiotomy and C-section Rates at Atlanta and St Pete Hospitals
/The following hospitals in metro Atlanta have reported their c-section and episiotomy numbers to the Leap Frog Group.
Read MorePregnancy and Parenting Education - Posts to make your childbirth and postpartum experience a happy and healthy time.
"Cynthya was our doula for the birth of our third child in April 2016. As this was my third birth, and I had been attended to by a doula at the first two, I knew that finding the right doula was crucial to a successful and satisfying birth." - Winter Wheeler-Young
The following hospitals in metro Atlanta have reported their c-section and episiotomy numbers to the Leap Frog Group.
Read MoreThe female body is designed to give birth and has been doing so successfully for years. All too often, medical interventions are used unnecessarily leading to more interventions, medicine, and possibly, complications. In recent years, with increased technology and medical interventions, women have been being limited to giving birth on their backs with guided pushing by their care professionals in recent years. Evidence does not support these restrictions.
Read MoreIt may be your first, it may be your fourth, but when you’re pregnant and considering your baby’s birth and delivery, having the proper support team is critical in ensuring you and your baby get off to the right start. Did you know a doula can help with that?
Read MoreTo help you prepare for an easier postpartum time and a speedy recovery after birth, here are a dozen comfort suggestions and must-have items to have on hand following either a surgical or vaginal delivery.
Read MoreIt is best to understand your options, and always weigh risk versus benefit. No matter whether you choose to have your water broken or wish to avoid having it done, be sure you are making your choices because you understand and are comfortable with the decision at hand.
Read MoreSymphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) can make walking or sitting difficult, and sometimes extremely painful, affecting approximately one out of four pregnant women.
Read MoreI've had several women tell me, “Oh, I don't need a doula. I'm planning to get an epidural.”
Read MoreThe 2013 Cochrane Review concluded that all women should have continuous support during labor, and further state that the services of a person, such as a doula, with some training, who is experienced in providing labor support, is the most beneficial.
Read MoreYou go to one baby shower and inevitably, you start to hear the worst of the worst birth stories. “Did you hear about Kim’s birth? She pushed for FOUR hours and the baby was 11 pounds. Imagine. that. tear.” Everyone squirms.
Read MoreAlthough not everyone needs the skills of a surgeon at their births; every woman can benefit from the presence of a midwife. Read more thoughts by Nuria Nelkin, certified nurse-midwife at North Fulton Regional Hospital in Roswell, GA.
Read MoreThe hospital is a great place to have a baby! It is not a great place to labor. Hospital policies often place restrictions on movement, eating, drinking and general comfort. In labor, feeling secure and comfortable is the key to a successful birth, in most cases. A doula can help you feel safe and supported.
Read MoreSometimes, one partner REALLY wants to hire a doula and the other can't justify the expense or won't face the realities of the upcoming birthday. Here are my suggestions of talking points for reserving doula service and private instruction for an optimal birth experience.
Read MoreOur team has seen the beneficial effect of hydrotherapy use for labor and when clients give birth in the tub. The warmth of the water, the added buoyancy, with the addition of pouring water down the back or tummy, always adds a measure of comfort throughout labor and birth.
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Read MoreWhat does a Braxton-Hicks contraction feel like?
Read MoreIt is definitely advantageous for you to take a childbirth class but even more so to take a class taught by someone who has a lot of real-world knowledge and experience such as a Labor & Delivery nurse from the busiest hospital in the US.
Read MoreNo two pregnancies are the same (even within the same body), no two labors are the same; there are so many factors that play into a pregnancy and her subsequent labor and birth.
Read MoreI believe women (actually any person) should be able to whole-heartedly trust their doctors. We want to believe our doctor is doing what is in our best interest – and they should be.
Read MoreIf you've skipped taking a childbirth class during pregnancy, your partner may feel unprepared and need additional tools to support you during labor. Read Cynthya's 7 points to her clients.
Read MoreThe Happiest Doulas provide childbirth classes, labor and lactation support in metro Atlanta and St Pete / Tampa. Pregnancy and newborn photography in St Pete.