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5 Things Your Baby Doesn't Need

Tue, 12 May 2015 01:43:58 GMT

Any expecting mother walking into Babies'R'Us to start a registry is given a handy little "registry checklist" of items that every baby must have before they make their grand entrance into the world. I remember the first time I was handed this guide. I literally laughed a little looking through it because our first child was born in South Korea, where we lived in a one room apartment (one room - not one bedroom!). We learned very quickly what we actually needed which I am sure has saved us hundreds and hundreds of dollars over the last several years. There are really a lot of those "must-haves" that you can easily skip but I have five in particular that seem like a complete waste of money.

#1. The Wipes Warmer

I thought this was a joke when I saw it for the first time. I promise you babies' butts are wiped with room temperature wipes every day without the end of the world. Not only are these unnecessary but the largest complaint I have seen about these gadgets is that they're very good at growing mold.

#2. Bottle Sanitizer

This might sound terrifying but I never once sanitized my son's bottles. We did not have a dishwasher or a microwave so I just used my trusty warm water and soap. Kid is healthy as a horse and we never had a single issue. Just wash them regularly and you should be fine. Your kitchen will thank you for the extra space.

#3. Bottle Warmer

If you are bottle feeding, most people will tell you you absolutely need a bottle warmer. The only way I can see this making sense is if you prepare an entire day's worth of formula in a formula pitcher and stick it in the fridge. The easiest thing to do with formula is to use those handy munchkin travel containers to pre-measure powder for your bottles and then pour room temperature distilled water into bottles ahead of time. This is especially handy for outings and night time.

#4. Baby Towels/washcloths

Baby towels are adorable. They have cute hoods and characters and you can match them all together so I get the appeal but I promise you this: baby towels do not work well. They're incredibly thin and non-absorbent. They never kept my first baby very warm post bath which is necessary if you want to avoid blood curdling screams. My tip? Just buy nice soft comfy normal towels in the bath section. More absorbency and warmth for a fraction of the cost. Same with baby wash cloths. They're insanely overpriced and besides being a little softer there is really no difference.

#5. Bassinet

This is the biggest waste of money because your baby will outgrow it very quickly. I would recommend purchasing a pack and play for keeping baby close to your bed. It grows with your child and will last into toddler hood. Most bassinets only lasts for a month or so so you're spending tons of money on something your kid barely uses.

What about you? Anything you would add to this list? Comment below and let me know what you didn't end up needing for your little one!

Placenta Encapsulation Safety: To Bleach or not to Bleach?

Thu, 19 Mar 2015 00:24:47 GMT

I really hate bleach. I hate the smell. I hate chemicals in my home. I hate chemicals near my little ones. Sometimes, however bleach is very necessary and useful and that is when I use it. Sanitizing placenta encapsulation equipment is one of those circumstances.

More and more people are turning toward a more natural way of life. This includes organic foods, cloth napkins, gardening, etc but it has also really changed the way we clean and sanitize our homes. More and more people are using vinegar based household cleaners and essential oils to clean and sanitize their homes and some wonder why cant we use these things for placenta encapsulation?

Here is the thing. Essential oils and vinegar are great for cleaning. I use a lot of those things to clean the other areas of my home as well. But when it comes to sanitizing placenta encapsulation equipment, you need to use bleach or some other OSHA approved disinfectant. Essential oils may cut it when you're cleaning your toilet or your bathtub but it is not going to cut it with equipment that may be coming into contact with blood borne pathogens. Its a little trickier to kill those.

I ask the STI status of every client I serve but even with that being said, I treat every placenta with universal precautions as if there is a blood borne pathogen present. Bleach is the most accessible, affordable, and effective means of killing blood borne pathogens available. There is NO essential oil that effectively kills HIV or HEP A, B, or C. Vinegar also does not kill these pathogens. Bleach and other hospital grade disinfectants are the only safe options available.

I explain all of this to say make sure you are asking your specialist what their specific sanitation protocol is. If they are using vinegar, essential oils, or other natural substances to disinfect then unfortunately they are not protecting you from exposure to someone elses blood borne pathogens! Know your specialist well so that you can make the safest and most informed choice on your care!

If you are interested in more information on placenta encapsulation or my process or protocol, I can be reached at jacksonvilleplacenta@gmail.com or 904-575-8314. I currently serve Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Orange Park, Middleburg, Green Cove Springs, and Fleming Island.

5 Ways to Survive Bedrest with Toddlers

Tue, 03 Feb 2015 19:52:04 GMT

Bedrest when you are pregnant with your first child is bad enough. It's boring and time seems to stand still and you feel useless. But what do you do when your doctor orders you to rest when you have other little ones running around your house?

First, don't panic. This has happened to me and I've found several things that really helped pass the time without both of us going crazy!

1. Ask for help

Do you belong to a church? A moms group? Do you have family members nearby? Ask them for help. Friends have helped me clean my home while church members brought hit, home cooked meals in the evenings.

2. Netflix

I know, I know. Children shouldn't watch excessive amounts of television. Here's the thing, though. Sometimes you find yourself in a situation where it's imperative that you lay down and your kid needs something to do. Turn on some Daniel Tiger and rest. I promise it won't make you a bad mom.

3. Play outside

We're lucky enough to live in Jackdonville, Florida where we can expect sixty degree weather in the winter most days. I also have a fenced yard with a back patio. I let my son run around while I sit down and rest. It's hours of entertainment and they'll sleep great later!

3. Arts and crafts

Have your partner or friend help you set up gallon ziplocks with activities for your children. Take one out, set them at the table and rest while they explore and create. Sensory bags are great as well!

5. Preschool

If you have the means to do so, having your child spend a few days at preschool can be amazing for both of you. You aren't dealing with the stress of caring for them while trying to care for your little baby and they aren't cooped up! They get to play with other children and learn and will come home happy to see mommy!

5 Ways to Survive Bedrest

Mon, 26 Jan 2015 18:44:50 GMT

Bedrest is the pits. I know every day I say I wish I could sit on my butt all day but once a doctor says I have to, all I can think of is how badly I want to power clean my entire house. Luckily, these days there are planty of things that can make bedrest a little easier.

1. Netflix, Netflix, Netflix

Gone are the days where you have to drive somewhere and rent a movie. With Netflix you can watch your favorite movies and even binge watch entire TV series from the comfort of your own couch!

2. Read a good book

Whether you're reading your favorite novel or reading up on pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting, there is plenty to keep your mind busy.

3. Pamper Yourself

It's really amazing how great you feel after you get a new haircut or get your nails done. See if your stylist makes home calls and if not see if a friend will come have a mani/pedi party with you!

4. Sleep

It sounds obvious but nap as much as you want. Sleep is good for you and good for baby.

5. Have lunch dates

Ask friends to come over a few times a week to have a lunch date. Get take out and enjoy the company of another person!

Sometimes you find yourself on bedrest with children in the house. This is an entirely different situation and is of course much trickier! Keep an eye out for my next post "5 Ways to Survive Bedrest with Children."

10 Questions to ask about Placenta Encapsulation

Tue, 20 Jan 2015 00:53:21 GMT

You always read about the benefits of placenta encapsulation when searching the internet for information, but did you know that placenta encapsulation is risky? I know it sounds odd to hear a professionally trained placenta encapsulation specialist in Jacksonville, Fl say that on the internet, but I take these risks seriously and so should you! When you are searching for the right specialist to encapsulate your placenta, there are ten questions you should always ask before hiring them.

1. What trainings have you completed? What certifications do you carry? Where?

The answer to this question is one of the most important. When searching for a specialist, they should of course be highly trained and experienced in placenta encapsulation. The most common programs are PBI, APPA, and Full Circle, but there are numerous local programs. In addition to holding this certification, they should also have completed food safety training through the state health department AND a blood borne pathogens course (preferably designed specifically for birth professionals). Ask to see these certifications!

2. What is your sanitation protocol?

Never ask, "do you properly sanitize your work space." The specialist would of course always say yes. Ask them an open ended question in which they have to explain exactly how they sanitize their work space and equipment. OSHA standards dictate that in order to kill blood borne pathogens the specialist must use hot soapy water, bleach-water immersion, and a clean water rinse. The work space and equipment should be sanitized before, during, and after. If they are not using bleach or a hospital grade disinfectant, then they are not killing any blood borne pathogens found in their clients blood products.

3. How long have you been practicing? How many placentas have you processed?

If you are a client who would prefer a more experienced specialist, this question is a must.

4. Do you encapsulate in your home only, or will you come to my home?

A placenta encapsulation specialist should have no issue coming to your home to encapsulate your placenta if that is what you are most comfortable with. I would be worried about their protocol if they are not willing to accommodate this.

5. Do you have any pets or children? Are they in your work space during the encapsulation process?

This question is to ensure that their work space remains clean and free of any outside germs or allergens. You dont want a sticky fingered toddler waddling around and you surely dont want a dog in the area. The last thing we want to see when we open our jar is a stray dog hair.

6. What equipment do you use? What is reusable? What is only used once? Is it used for encapsulation only?

You want to make sure that your specialist is using dedicated equipment that is kept separate from their personal kitchen supplies. This again just ensures that the equipment is not continually exposed to bacteria that could make you ill. I also use disposable equipment as much as possible, including sponges, gloves, scissors, knives, and cutting boards.

7. How do I know I am receiving my placenta, and not someone else's?

If you choose to have your placenta processed in your specialists home, it is important to ask how this is prevented. For example, I never processes multiple placentas at once. If more than one client gives birth in one day. I completely finish processing the first placenta before I process the second. This way there is no way there is a mix-up. Also, when picking up from the hospital, I check the name on the container before I leave your room to ensure there was no mix up in the hospital. I also encourage the client to keep the placenta with them at all times.

8. How do you dehydrate the placenta? How long do you dehydrate it?

I recommend choosing a specialist who always dehydrates at 160 degrees regardless of method because this temperature will effectively kill blood borne pathogens - including the very hardy Hepatitis C. When it comes to dehydration time, If your potential specialist gives a specific amount of time for each method, look out! Dehydration time varies and the correct answer is, "I dehydrate the placenta until the pieces snap cleanly and it is able to be ground easily into a fine powder."

9. How do you package my placenta pills?

Preferably, your pills should be stored in either an amber or cobalt jar to prevent direct sunlight exposure. Your pills should be stored in a dark, cool, dry place. It is also good if your specialist includes a food grade desiccant pack in your container - especially in Jacksonville, where we have a very humid climate.

10. What are the contraindications for placenta encapsulation?

The answer to this question is ever evolving because new research continues to be published concerning the placenta, how it functions, and abnormalities that can be present. Currently these are my personal contraindications: Infection/fever present in the mother, cancer of the placenta, pre-eclampsia, placenta that is sent to pathology for testing, placenta that is left at room temperature for more than four hours, uterine infections or chorioamnionitis, heavy smoking during pregnancy, certain medications, certain genetic disorders.

You only have one chance to have your placenta encapsulated correctly. It is important to know that your specialist is experienced and knows what they are doing. It is important to know that your safety is key so that you do not become ill or end up having to discard your capsules.

If you have any other questions about placenta encapsulation, please feel free to contact me! My preferred method of contact is via email at jacksonvilleplacenta@gmail.com but I can also be reached by phone at 904-575-8314. I currently service Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Green Cove Springs, Middleburg, St. Augustine, and Gainesville, Fl.

What The Books Never Told Me About Breastfeeding...

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 15:30:27 GMT

I knew I would breastfeed from the moment I found out I was pregnant. I knew it would be hard because we lived in a foreign country where we did not speak the native language, but I knew I could learn everything I needed to. My husband would support and encourage me. I was going to make this happen. I read every breastfeeding book I could get my hands on and even arranged for a doula in another town to travel to my city to teach a breastfeeding class. I watched video after video about pumping and latching.

I bought breast shells to help my inverted nipples and ordered nipple shields just in case. I was ready and so was my husband. It was going to be amazing, I just knew it.

Then my son arrived. We spent almost thirty minutes helping him latch and that would be the only time he would nurse for the first 24 hours of his life. My inverted nipples were not cooperating and my baby had my husband’s small mouth. The nurses tried and tried but none of them could get him latched. In a panic, I called another expat I had met just a week before and she graciously came to help. She got Lucas latched and then showed me how to use my pump and syringe feed him so that we didn’t have to use a bottle. Within a few days Lucas was latching like a champ and my milk had come in. I had done it! I was breastfeeding exclusively and everything was perfect. I felt like a good mom who had accomplished a major feat and I knew my baby was getting the very best thing I could give him.

Then about a week and a half after my son was born, I started to experience something unusual. Every time I nursed(which was pretty much constantly), I would get really sad, angry, and anxious. I would repulsed and resentful. I would cringe when he cried and I couldn’t wait for it to be over. I dreaded the next time I would have to feed him. I confided in the friend who had helped me get Lucas latching and she said it was normal to feel overwhelmed during a growth spurt. I appreciated her encouragement but the feelings were getting worse and I couldn’t believe this was normal.

I began to hate holding my son and I felt nothing maternal or loving when I fed him. I felt angry and full of hate and I spent my days crying alone because I was too ashamed to admit to anyone how I was feeling. I eventually confided in my best friend because I knew she would not be judgemental. She told me that what I was experiencing didn't sound normal at all and that I should talk with my husband and research my options. I told her I didn’t want to breastfeed him anymore and she told me that was ok. But it didn’t feel ok. This is what is best for him. This is what is natural. This is what I am supposed to do for him.

I scoured the breastfeeding books for an answer and none of them described the problems I was having. I still had not talked to my husband because I wanted to have some kind of explanation other than, “I’m a terrible mother.” Finally I resorted to google. I searched “breastfeeding causes depression” and the results were startling. I expected to find nothing. I expected Google to confirm my fears and tell me I was just awful and selfish, but instead it confirmed that I was not alone. I read story after story of women who experienced exactly what I was.

I was suffering from a condition called D-MER (Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex). Basically, when a woman hasD-MER, herDopamine levels plummet when she experiences milk letdown. So instead of feeling happy, in love, and relaxed you feel anxious, angry, depressed, and sometimes queasy. Severity of this condition varies and some women feel much better once they have a name and answer for what they’re feeling. They understand it and therefore are able to continue nursing. Some women (like me) experience more severe symptoms and begin to resent their baby, feel hopeless, isolated, and angry.

In America, these women have access to a variety of treatment options including medications in some cases. Unfortunately in Korea they had never heard of the condition and therefore were unable to help me. My husband and I went to four different doctors the day after I did my research. We saw a Pediatrician, an Obstetrician, a Lactation Consultant, and a Psychologist. All of them told me I had the baby blues but we knew that was not what I was experiencing. While we walked home we talked about our options and made the decision to wean our son. It was literally the hardest decision I have made as his mother thus far. I felt incredibly guilty and ashamed. I was afraid for people to find out. I was afraid of experiencing their judgement, and I did experience that quite a bit. People called me selfish and said that if you’re not ready to sacrifice for your child, then you should not be a parent.

The things people said to me were cruel and hurtful and in the end completely false. I was not selfish. I had made the best decision I could for my family in the circumstances we found ourselves. I could give my son all the breastmilk in the world but if I was that emotionally unwell, I would not be a good mother. He would not get the care and love he needed and deserved.

D-MER is a real condition and it affects mothers every day. If you have found yourself suffering these feelings, please know that you are not a bad mother, you are not selfish, and you are not crazy. You are experiencing a physiological response that you cannot control at all. Please know that there is support available. You are not alone and in America you have so many resources available. For more information on D-MER, its symptoms, its treatments, and what causes it please visit http://d-mer.org/.

Why Korean Mothers Dont Suffer from PPD: The Postpartum Tradition Samchilil

Tue, 14 Oct 2014 19:08:59 GMT

When I gave birth to my first child, I lived in South Korea, and when I say this I don't mean on an American Military Base - I mean South Korea. My husband was an English Teacher in a Korean Private school so my birth was attended by a Korean OBGYN who spoke *some* English and nurses who spoke absolutely none. I was terrified about giving birth in a foreign culture but it turns out, giving birth in South Korea is not only not scary, it is awesome!

You see in South Korea, the new mother is treated with great respect and care and her recovery is treated as a high priority. This leads to fewer instances of Postpartum Depression and related disorders and higher breastfeeding success rates.

"Samchilil", which literally means "21 days" is a Korean tradition in which the new mother rests and is cared for by her mother or mother-in-law for at least 21 days. It is believed that the new mother must be cared for in order to ensure a quick recovery from birth, and time to bond and adjust to motherhood. While the name insinuates 21 days, this period is usually much longer can extend to even 100 days. During this time, the new mother rests and nurses and bonds with her baby. She literally does nothing. No housework, no errands, no cooking, no dealing with appointments. They have no responsibilities other than their baby. The family cleans the home, prepares meals, helps care for baby, run errands and maintains the household. The mother is fed a lot of warm and easy to eat soup filled with very nutritious ingredients to facilitate healing and restore warmth to mother's body post-birth.

The standard hospital stay for a korean mother is 3 days for a normal delivery and 4 days for a c-section. After this standard stay, many new mothers now go to maternity suites where the hospital staff sees to their every need while they continue to rest. They will stay here for a few weeks before starting Samchilil with their family. While in the hospital, they eat practically nothing but seaweed soup (which is delicious by the way). The rooms are kept warm (not an air conditioner in sight) and the mother enjoys not only rest, but they also get completely pampered. The second day in the hospital, a nurse takes you to "physical therapy." Really what this is is a room full of about 15 machines that massage different parts of your body in different ways. Water massage machines, back massage machines, every massage machine you could ever imagine! Then there are the sitz baths. Several times a day you go to a room filled with several private stalls where you sit in a bath of warm water and healing herbs etc that give your bottom the most amazing relief on the planet! I usually snuck down there a few extra times a day.

Now most of you who have given birth in America are probably saying, "wait, WHAT?" In America the postpartum period is not even recognized as important. Mothers tend to be expected to immediately resume their day to day routine and they almost never have extended help from family and friends. The good news however, is that it does not have to be this way at all. You can have an incredibly satisfying, smooth, and blissful postpartum experience where you are treated with great care and respect. Ladies, your bodies have done something incredibly difficult and life-changing! You should be treated as if that is the case.

In addition to offering Postpartum Doula Services, I am so excited to announce a Free Informational Workshop all about the Postpartum Period and how to navigate it with ease and comfort. This workshop will be co-hosted with Melynda Smith of Sage Femme Birth Services and will be held at Oakleaf Family Chiropractic. Attendees will have a blast learning about what to expect and how to prepare and will leave with a fabulous goody bag complete with helpful postpartum resources for you and your partner! R.S.V.P. today before the event fills up. You can find all of the event information here.

To learn more about the postpartum period and how I can help, click here for info on Postpartum Doula Services.

The Doula who had an Epidural

Thu, 09 Oct 2014 18:54:29 GMT

I am a pregnancy and labor doula and I have never had a "natural" or un-medicated birth. I know, it's shocking! But I never have. With my first pregnancy, I planned and researched and practiced my breathing. I watched The Business of Being Born with my husband and even switched providers AND hospitals when I learned they would not accommodate my birth plan. But the thing about birth is it is unpredictable and there is no way to truly "plan" a birth. It is unpredictable.

When I went into labor with my first child, my very first contraction stopped me in my tracks. I couldn't walk and I couldn't talk. It was 11:13 a.m. on Friday May 4th. My contractions came very sporadically but lasted a full minute. 13 hours later we left for the hospital expecting to push any minute only to learn I was only 2 cm. Four hours later I requested an epidural when I found out I was only 4 cm. Three hours later I gave birth to a healthy 9 lb posterior baby. My second pregnancy was a planned out of hospital water birth that turned into a very necessary emergency C-section at 35 weeks.

So how can I support women through natural birth having never experienced it? As a doula I am well versed in comfort measures, relaxation technique, position changes, and many other things that make labor less difficult naturally. As a doula I am also incredibly compassionate and invested in your family. I love my job. I love birth. I love my clients and their babies. I want the best experience possible for you and I work very hard to help you achieve what you want. I equip you with knowledge and information and I give you unwavering support during your entire birth experience to help you obtain what you want for you and your baby. But really the biggest reason I am able to support women through natural childbirth is because as a doula, I don't make birth experiences happen and I don't do all the work - you do. My job is to support you and assist you in whatever decisions you make or needs you have. Its the same way a midwife can deliver babies without ever having any of her own.

At the same time, I have experienced what happens when nature has other plans and your birth experience suddenly veers "off course." I know what it is like to have to make difficult decisions in the heat of labor and deal with feeling like a failure. I know what it is like to confront your biggest fear just for a chance of saving your baby while also mourning the loss of a "beautiful birth." But it is here in the midst of these feelings we learn a valuable lesson: all birth can be beautiful. Natural birth, medicated birth, C-section birth, whatever your birth looks like, it can be beautiful. If you equip yourself with the knowledge and information you need while you are pregnant, you become capable of taking full responsibility of yourself and your baby. No one has to or gets to make decisions for you. I promise you, if you put yourself in this position, even something that could be deemed a "traumatic birth" can become the most empowering experience of your life. I never wanted a C-section. It was my worst fear and I always said I would never have one. But I was educated and knowledgeable and I knew that a C-section was the best shot my daughter had so I said no to induction and yes to a c-section. Was it traumatic? Absolutely. But you know what? That is the most empowering thing I have ever done. I was prepared with the knowledge necessary and I made the best choices I could in the circumstances I was dealt. And to top it all off, my decision literally saved my daughter's life and bought us some time to bond and make memories with her.

Choosing the Perfect Care Provider for your Pregnancy

Wed, 01 Oct 2014 21:33:35 GMT

Congratulations! You peed on the stick and you got a positive result! You are expecting a beautiful new baby and you and your partner are over the moon. The next ten months will be filled with choices. You will plan and prepare and practically live in the baby section of Target and in Babys'R'Us. You will decorate your nursery and throw parties. You will read every baby name book you can find, but perhaps the most important choice you will make is the first one you make: The one choice that will impact your birth more than any other is choosing your care provider.

Now you may ask, "What's so important about what care provider I choose? They all went to medical school, didn't they?" Well your care provider determines a lot about how your pregnancy and your birth will go. They determine your birth location, setting and environment. They determine what types of testing and procedures will be recommended during your pregnancy and birth. They determine how involved you will or will not be in decisions made regarding your pregnancy, birth, and baby. They will determine who will be with you when you labor and birth. They will determine what you do and don't have access to while you labor and birth. Really the care provider sets the entire tone and environment of your pregnancy and birth! It seems like an easy choice to make, but really it should be one that is very well thought out and intentional. You are hiring someone to provide you with care while you grow and birth a new addition to your family. Giving birth is a life altering experience and how you birth has lasting effects on you and your baby. Following some simple advice when choosing this person can make a profound impact on your pregnancy and birth.

When considering a care provider, ask yourself what your perfect birth looks like. Where do you want to give birth? If you are choosing a hospital birth, research hospitals FIRST. Certain doctors practice at certain hospitals (for example, if you notice a specific hospital has a 44% C-section rate, you may want to avoid doctors who deliver there). Once your decide which birth center or hospital you want to give birth at, you have narrowed down your search exponentially. Find out which providers practice at your birth location and ask around for opinions from those you trust - friends, church members, family, mom groups, etc. Ask other women who have birthed with these providers what they're experience was. Look online to see if you can find reviews of these providers. Once you have the list even more narrowed down, call and schedule a consultation, NOT an appointment. Explain that you're pregnant and you would like to meet with the doctor or midwife to see if they are the right fit for your family. This should be at no cost to you. These providers want your business and should be willing to meet with you before they are officially hired. When you go to see these providers, bring pen and paper (or a tablet) so that you can ask open ended and effective questions to find out early in the game if this provider is a good fit for you and your birth. You will find a list of suggested questions to ask your providers here.

This may seem like a lot of work to put in to make a seemingly simple choice, but do this work early on and your pregnancy and birth will benefit greatly from it. You will experience less stress and frustration and the process will go much more smoothly as a result.

Now, you may be reading this late in the game. You may be well into your pregnancy (heck you may in the final weeks or days of your pregnancy!) and you've only recently realized your care provider is not on the same page as your. Trust me when I say it is never too late to switch care providers! Your doctor or midwife is YOUR employee. They work for you and it is their job to offer you evidence based care that sets you and your baby up for the best birth possible. If you have found yourself at odds with your care provider I urge you to reach out to other providers in the area and find someone who is going to give you the care you are paying them for.

To help you in your search for your perfect care provider, below you will find a list of facilities and providers in the area. Facilities and providers I personally recommend can be found in bold print.

Hospitals

Orange Park Medical Center / 2001 Kingsley Ave. Orange Park, Fl 32073 / (904) 276-8500
Shands-UF Health Jacksonville / 655 w. 8th St. Jacksonville, Fl 32209 / (904) 244-0411
Naval Hospital Jacksonville / 2080 Child. St. Jacksonville, Fl 32214 / (904) 542-7300
Memorial Hospital / 3625 University Blvd. S. Jacksonville, Fl 32216 / (904) 399-6111
St. Vincent's Hospital Riverside / 2627 Riverside Ave. Jacksonville, Fl 32204 / (904) 308-7372
St. Lukes Family Birth Place / 4201 Belfort Rd. Jacksonville, Fl 32216 / (904) 296-4345
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville / 800 Prudential Dr. Jacksonville, Fl 32207 / (904) 202-2000
Baptist Medical Center Beaches / 1350 13th Ave. S. Jacksonville Beach, Fl 32250 / (904) 627-2900
Baptist Medical Center South / 14550 Old St. Augustine Rd. Jacksonville, Fl 32258 / (904) 271-6000

Birth Centers

Birth Center of Jacksonville / 804 Margaret St. Jacksonville, Fl 32204 / (904) 633-3333
Growing Families Birth Center / 3750 US 1 South Ste. A, St. Augustine, Fl 32086 / (904) 460-2771
Fruitful Vine Midwifery Services / 1539 Parental Home rd. Jacksonville, Fl 32216 / (904) 855-4211

OBGYN Offices Recommended by Full Spectrum Birth Services
Dy. Hyler OBGYN / 1560 Kingsley Ave. Suite 4, Orange Park, Fl 32073 / (904) 264-1628
Full Circle Women's Care / 6817 Southpoint Pkwy Suite 2204, Jacksonville, Fl 32216 / (904) 674-0022

I hope you have found this information very helpful and I hope that it assists you in choosing the perfect provider for your perfect birthing experience.

If you would like to talk to me about choosing a provider, crafting a birth or postpartum plan, or get information on the best way to prepare for birth at your chosen facility, contact me today at fullspectrumbirth@gmail.com. I will gladly set up a pregnancy planning session to get you the information you need.

Full Spectrum Birth Store!

Thu, 25 Sep 2014 23:17:18 GMT

As a doula, I make so many recommendations to my clients. I recommend books, baby products, maternity products and so much more.

That is why I am so excited to introduce the Full Spectrum Birth Store to all of you! Wondering where to find the best books, maternity, baby, and postpartum products? Look no further! If I make a recommendation to you, it is as easy as clicking on the Store page on my site and purchasing them right there!

This store is powered by Amazon.com so you can rest assured it is secure and your products will have the high quality you have come to expect from them! I've just made it so that you no longer have to search through several results and related items.

I am so excited to introduce yet another feature of my site that makes your life easier and more convenient!

So what are you waiting for? P