Monthly Archives: November 2011

Prayer

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

I’m getting ready for a birth, prepping dinner for my family, triple checking my bag, baking cookies for the nurses. 🙂 When a mom calls me in early labor I’m trying to be calm as I ask questions and reassure … Continue reading →

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More BOOKS!

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Look what I got in the mail today! A sweet friend offered to send me some doula books she’s not using right now. Two are duplicates of ones I already have (which is good, because those are already out on … Continue reading →

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Holiday Inductions

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

I’m sad to realize that labor & delivery units across the nation are probably very busy this week, with moms inducing labor before the holiday arrives. Whether this is because of the encouragement of their doctor or the choice of … Continue reading →

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Ways to Entertain Kids

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Here’s a great list of ways to entertain your child while laying (or sitting) down. From Babycenter. For moms on bedrest with older children to entertain, or for moms with a new baby and big siblings needing some attention, this … Continue reading →

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VBAC Questions When Choosing a Care Provider

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

I read through several lists and compiled them, adding the questions I asked care providers during my VBAC consults. (I knew who my primary care provider would be but I wanted to find out back up options in case I … Continue reading →

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New Books! Prematurity & PPD

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Our library has a small bookstore where they sell donated or former library books. Today was a half price sale and I was so excited to find two new books for my doula lending library: Preemies: The Essential Guide for … Continue reading →

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