AllDoulas.com Forums http://www.alldoulas.com/forums en Sat, 10 May 2008 01:31:52 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg AllDoulas.com Forums http://www.alldoulas.com/forums Looking for a doula lanyard http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18210&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 23:50:14 GMT Does anyone have any idea where I could find a Doula-esque lanyard to wear my CBE badge? I can't find one anywhere online. I'm thinking someone should make some custom ones since you can only get 100 at a time to print specific ones! Thanks in advance! ]]> General Doula Discussion Kristiliv http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18210 Tell me if this name sounds cheesy.... http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18209&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 23:38:14 GMT Ok, so I grew up in Hawaii (though not Hawaiian) and now live in Washington State. I was trying to think of a unique, short, catchy business name-while trying to think of words that rhyme with doula (not many), "The Hula Doula" popped into my head. Corny, right? But also not-hula and belly dancing have roots in fertility and childbirth, and the motions can be very useful in labor, so then it seems to fit. But then I see all these beautiful, spiritual, birth sounding names and I'm not so sure. Regardless, now I can't get that name out of my head and have been unable to generate other ideas. Thoughts? (Picture a logo of a pg woman in a ti leaf skirt....:rofl)
Thanks,
Shawnette ]]> Shawnette http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18209 Board Games (bingo, etc.) http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18207&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 23:14:21 GMT The games are in the teen section but I think anyone would find them fun.

I found a couple sites online that sell it. You can make your own, but I am pressed for time.

There are other games too that would be good for postpartum doulas.

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They are cheaper on this site - http://www.childbirthclasstogo.com/p...=1&FEINum=None ]]> Tricks of the Trade earthangel http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18207 Question for Postpartum Doulas... http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18205&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 21:42:32 GMT I am so very pleased to share that I'm getting alot of calls about being a postpartum doula. Originally in my journey to become a doula, I wanted to be only a childbirth doula. However, I have come to respect the ENTIRE process of becoming a mother and felt that postpartum care was essential to what I offer my clients. I have not completed a workshop for becoming a postpartum doula yet (its a cost thing... I'm really poor! but I'm working on saving up right now)... But I have had a plethera of calls about postpartum doula care! My midwife is recommending people to me, my LC at the hospital I had my first at is giving my doula business cards to people.... So, I'm super excited! :dancing
But, I would like to know what your opinion is on the most essential peices of being a postpartum doula are. I have 2 young children of my own, and I really feel that supporting the mother after birth is important too.... Any advice, skills that you believe are needed, any expeirences that helped you would be great to hear from you all!
TYIA - Macy ]]> Doulas in Training Beautiful Birthing Doula http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18205 Mom pregnant with 18th child http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18202&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 18:34:39 GMT
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The Duggar kids planned a big Mother's Day surprise for their mom this year. But the surprise was on them when Michelle Duggar announced on the TODAY Show that they were soon to welcome an 18th sibling.
“We’re expecting!” the happy mother told TODAY co-host Meredith Vieira and the entire Arkansas clan. “Number 18!
“They didn’t know. My girls watch the calendar like a hawk. We just found out on Monday night.”

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“I wasn’t expecting that,” the 20-year-old said. “But it’s been nine months [since the birth of the last baby], so yeah.”


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So why did you choose the one you're with and why does it FIT YOU. ]]> Aspiring Doula Discussion DoulaTia http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18197 Finally... My Certification! http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18196&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 15:50:35 GMT Hello Everyone!
I just wanted to send a quick blurb to let everyone know that I FINALLY got my DONA certification!
I was really struggling with the essays for a long time, and I've finally completed them and recieved my cert.
I'm soooo happy!
Thank to those who still know me here and support me from afar!
Tara ]]> General Doula Discussion AbornDoula http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18196 Monitrice http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18194&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 14:43:30 GMT I just wondered if there is anyone that is a Monitrice or knows of someone that is. thanks I just wondered if there is anyone that is a Monitrice or knows of someone that is.
thanks ]]> Doulas in Training DoulaTia http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18194 BAI http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18193&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 14:40:05 GMT I've been thinking about switching my certification company.

There are 2 companies that I feel my heart strings are tugging toward:
Birth Arts International
International Center for Traditional Childbirth

Can anyone offer feedback on them?

]]> Aspiring Doula Discussion DoulaTia http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18193 Ideas for a video http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18191&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 13:12:59 GMT I was at a childbirth ed class the other night as it is required to get my certification in that. Anyway, at one point, a video was shown of proper latching on during bf, how to care for sore nipples...etc. I noticed some of the parents, especially the fathers, becoming quite giggly. I could... I was at a childbirth ed class the other night as it is required to get my certification in that. Anyway, at one point, a video was shown of proper latching on during bf, how to care for sore nipples...etc. I noticed some of the parents, especially the fathers, becoming quite giggly. I could sense that they were actually quite uncomfortable. When I came home I asked my dh if that would bother him, to watch various clips of breasts. He said that yes, it would make him feel pretty uncomfortable. First of all, do father’s need to know this stuff? To me, the most important thing a father can learn, as far as bf’ing goes, is to support the mother. Tell her what a wonderful thing she is doing and that he backs her all the way. Pamper her, help her around the house, bring her water, help with other baby care…etc.

Anyway, my dh is in the business of making promotional/educational videos. I was thinking it might be neat if there was a video for fathers to watch about breastfeeding that didn’t get into the mechanics of it so much but rather showed the fathers how important they are in the process just by their help and encouragement. Would this be a good idea? Any suggestions? Even a video for fathers that was maybe humorous, but touches on some of their fears during the whole birth process.

Any ideas on what could be included in such videos? Thanks! ]]> momofmany http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18191 May 8, 2008 http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18187&goto=newpost Fri, 09 May 2008 00:04:54 GMT Hi ladies!! massage tools clients file Hi ladies!!

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I woke up feeling anxious. :lol ]]> General Doula Discussion MichelleS http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18184 Do you really trust birth? http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18183&goto=newpost Thu, 08 May 2008 15:37:41 GMT Do you trust the birth process? Do you have secret doubts or fears about birth? How do you think your view of birth affects the families you work with? This is an anonymous poll, but please consider discussing your philosophy about birth. :) Do you trust the birth process? Do you have secret doubts or fears about birth? How do you think your view of birth affects the families you work with?

This is an anonymous poll, but please consider discussing your philosophy about birth. :) ]]> General Doula Discussion AussieDoula http://www.alldoulas.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18183