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Resources are listed randomly under alphabetized categories. Our handouts from previous meetings can be found under the
appriorate categories. You can also find them on our Monthly Topic page.
Baby Positioning
Spinning Babies-- A unique way of looking at optimal fetal positioning. Includes information
on positions to use during pregnancy and labor to help your baby into the best position for birth.
Doulas and Other Labor Support
Options for Labor Support (Monthly Meeting Handout) -- Chart showing pros and cons of various labor support people.
Questions to Ask Support People (Monthly Meeting Handout) -- Questions to ask before choosing a labor support person.
Doulas -- FAQ's about birth doulas from Doulas of North America.
Epidurals
So You Want an Epidural?-- This site offers information about types of epidurals,
advantages and disadvantages, and ways to minimize your risks.
General Pregnancy Information
Childbirth Connections--This website provides evidence-based information on a wide variety
of pregnancy topics including pain relief options, choosing a caregiver, and cesarean sections.
CIMS's Having a Baby? Ten Questions to Ask -- A two page article that covers 10 questions you should ask your
maternity care provider and birth place to ensure you are birthing in a mother-friendly environment. Includes information about each question that will help you make your decision.
CIMs's Ten Steps for Providing Mother-Friendly Care -- A short easy-to-read summary of the 10 steps to providing
mother-friendly care as well as a brief overview of the evidence used to create the steps.
Lamaze International's Six Care Practices that Support Normal Birth
-- Easy-to-read, research-based information about six care practices for normal birth.
Inductions
Bishops Score for Induction--This guide helps you determine the likelihood of success for an induction
based on cervical changes and other factors.
Induction Fact Sheet--Created by the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services, this
sheet provides basic information about the risks, and hazards of inductions.
Parenting and Breastfeeding
Kelly Mom-- This website was developed to provide evidence-based information
on breastfeeding, sleep, and parenting. Includes articles, FAQs, and handouts.
Mothering-- Mothering promotes natural family living and covers
all aspects of family life. A great resource for families with children of any age.
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