MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'doula'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:41:15 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086168&cid=t_201482_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrlindagalloway.files.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F07%2Fgreys-nursery.jpg No one likes pain, least of all pregnant women. Although obstetricians do a great job providing prenatal care and childbirth deliveries, there is always room for improvement regarding patient education. The management of labor pain is usually delegated to the Anesthesia Department within a hospital or an ambulatory center. The goal of anesthesia is to eliminate physical pain and any suffering that might be a result of pain. However pain and suffering may not always be about cause and effect. To quote the literature, “Although pain and suffering often occur together, one may suffer without pain or have pain without suffering.” Some women want to eliminate pain and others view it as a normal process. However, to the well initiated, it is well known that women who are in pain and “suffe... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086168 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:00:35 +0100 5086168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4389182&cid=t_201482_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fbaby-boomers-2011-a-new-frontier-with-few-guideposts%2F2011.01.23 This is a guest post by Dr. John Schumann. ********** In 2011, the first wave of baby boomers will turn 65 years old. Sixty-five still has currency because that’s the age at which non-disabled Americans are eligible to be covered under the Medicare program (now itself having reached middle age). As our economy continues to recover (hopefully) from the Great Recession, the entrance of millions of Americans to the Medicare rolls over the next decade and a half will be a formidable planning challenge. Look at this chart to see how the baby boomers population has surged: So is the promise of healthcare reform (the “PPACA“), which will enlarge Medicaid by an additional 16 million Americans — about half of the projected growth in coverage for those currently uninsured.... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4389182 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 20:00:00 +0100 4389182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4372032&cid=t_201482_87_f&fid=36941&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mazecordblood.com%2Fblog%2F%3Fp%3D1062 The concept of a doula is not new. A woman supporting another woman through labor is a tradition that goes back many years in all cultures. Some women do not live in close-knit communities where their sisters, mothers, aunts, and friends are there to support them through pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood; these events can be scary and can make a woman feel lost if she has to experience them alone. A doula helps fill this gap by providing support to the woman and her partner or support system throughout the childbearing year. A doula does not replace the support system; instead, she helps support them so that they can focus on loving and encouraging the laboring woman. Doulas can serve as a source of information during pregnancy, labor and birth. If you are choosing to bank your child&#... Cord Blood News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4372032 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:54:07 +0100 4372032 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3511518&cid=t_201482_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fwhats-a-doula-and-when-should-you-hire-one%2F The word “doula” comes from the Greek word meaning “a woman who serves.” In modern times, it’s used to refer to a professional who provides physical, emotional, and informational support to the expectant mother before, during, and immediately following birth. Some research has shown that women who use doulas have shorter labor, fewer complications, and healthier babies. A birth doula will assist the mother in preparation for the birth of her child, stick with her through labor, and provide information and support along the way. She is a nurturer and a protector. A postpartum doula helps the mother after birth in all aspects of having a new baby in the family. So how do you go about hiring a doula? Get Recommendations If you have a friend or relative who has us... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3511518 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:45:20 +0100 3511518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1775746&cid=t_201482_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FBreastfeeding123%2F%7E3%2FpHSd1-Z2cmw%2F Micky of the breastfeeding blog Mocha Milk started a thriving business called 9 Months and Beyond, LLC. It offers childbirth and breastfeeding support. She wants to grow the business even more, and has entered the Ideablob $10,000 contest. Here’s what her entry says: 9 Months & Beyond, LLC offers a full doula services, lactation support and parenting education. We combine the best resources of a doula agency and pregnancy/ parenting boutique with a respectful, supportive community. From conception through the first years of parenting, we help birthing families through a range of counseling and educational services and products designed for their special circumstances. Specialties include: birth/labor doula services childbirth education birth tub rental breast-pump rental lactati... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1775746 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:49:18 +0100 1775746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2879579&cid=t_201482_123_f&fid=39035&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.liddlekidzblog.com%2F2008%2F01%2Fi-loved-this-class.html "I loved this class!!! Every aspect was right on and so much fun. I highly recommend Tina's class to everyone interested in relationships, babies, massage and communication building." Sheridan Ross, LMT | Licensed Massage Therapist | Labor Doula | Lactation ConsultantThanks, Sheridan! I am so happy you took part in the course, and are now actively teaching infant massage to families.If you're interested in learning massage to teach to families - just like Sheridan - check out our new course schedule on LiddleKidz.com - we're probably coming to a city near you. Don't see a city near you listed, contact us to let us know you'd like us to come your way! (Source: Liddle Kidz Infant and Pediatric Massage Blog) Liddle Kidz Infant and Pediatric Massage Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2879579 Mon, 14 Jan 2008 02:51:00 +0100 2879579