A Special Touch Blog

Harvesting Stem Cells from Breastmilk.

05/17/2012 09:57:00

Please read this article. Lactation counselors, educators and consultants new this now it's coming. It will be interesting to see where they go with this over the next few years.

http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2012/05/09/3469075.htm

For Aspiring Birth Professionals

05/14/2012 08:57:00

Where would you like to have a CAPPA Training? As Cappa Faculty I can travel to Regional areas and provide trainings for Certified Labor Doulas & Childbirth Educators. Let me know were to bring the next training. Thanks so much

Mid-South Baby Expo

04/13/2012 08:29:00

Memphis Tennessee

April 14, 2012.

Bellevue Baptist Church off I-40

10a - 6p

Prizes, fun and free classes available. . Hope to see alot of pregnant mom's there.

Great books recommended for reading about pregnancy & birth

03/09/2012 10:35:00

I'm always asked what books do you recommend? Here I have provided some books that are empowering, they provide evidenced-based information about labor & birth and help with birth options. Hope you will choose one of these for your learning experience.

The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin

Special Women by Polly Perez (also good for birth doula's)

Gentle Birth Choices by Barbara Harper

Active Birth by Janet Balaskas

A new book just being released, not like any other book you've read

The Greatest Pregnancy Ever by Tracy Peters/Laurel Wilson

Learn about CAPPA

03/09/2012 10:25:00

Great Things happening at CAPPA. Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Organization. If you are not familiar with CAPPA and are a birth professional or birth family looking for educational opportunities check it out today. Just launced a new interactive icappa for discussions, learning about training workshops and a more searchable data base. Become a member today and look at the benefits offered to thier members. http://www.cappa.net also find my profile at http://www.icappa.net/member/aspecialtouchatbirth

Child Care Services

12/28/2011 10:58:00

Do you want a reputable child care provider? Just to let you know there are many resources for finding a dependable and qualified provider. Check out Care.com this website lets providers post their services and if you are looking to hire you can post to hire someone for your home. They do reference checks and background checks on the providers. All you have to do is go to the site and put in your zip code and a list of providers will be provided that you can contact. Hope this helps.

Meal Planning for Pregnancy

12/15/2011 11:23:00

March of Dimes has a great resource for meal planning on their website.

Go to www.marchofdimes.com/pregnancy/nutrition

Dads did you know there are childbirth classes just for you?

09/06/2011 15:23:00

A great website for Dads. The Dads Adventure. Also available are Dads Bootcamp Classes. Find out more here: http://www.dadsadventure.com

Check out in your local community if classes are offered.

More Great News about Breastfeeding Benefits

08/26/2011 14:51:00

Hot off the press!!!

Boston University researchers identify possible contributors to the higher incidence of aggressive breast cancers in African American women who have two or more children and never breastfed; they are 50% risk of developing more aggressive hard to treat breast cancers. Breastfeeding can reduce the risk of developing the aggressive, difficult-to-treat breast cancers that disproportionately affect African American women. Wow that is an impressive study. You can find the article here http://commonhealth.wbur.org/2011/08/breast-cancer-african-american/

Why should you take Childbirth preperation classes?

06/13/2011 10:18:00

Benefits of taking a childbirth class

Become more familiar about pregnancy, staying healthy for the best outcomes.
Know your birth options, you should be part of your healthcare and know how to communicate your wishes to your physician.
Learn skills to help you with coping; pain management skills is crucial for labor and birth.
Learn about medical interventions and why they are used.
Learn about informed decision making.

Classes empower mothers and birth families to be assertive and communicate with their providers.

Classes also help you and your partner to be an advocate for your infant and have the best birth outcomes.

How to find Childbirth Classes and learn about how they are taught.

Check with your local birthing hospital or center.

Check by searching the internet for childbirth instructors in your area: many times they do private classes, especially for moms who want to labor naturally.

Check through certified organizations such as, CAPPA, DONA and LAMAZE to see if instructors are listed in your community or state.