Labor & Delivery: Simmons

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How to Deal with Labor and Delivery

I am do very soon and i was hoping to get some advice on what to expect and or ways to deal with labor and delivery. I'm afraid that i will be in the middle of pushing and not be able to make it because the pain is so great. i plan on getting an epidural (sp)so i know that will help some. thanks

Complicated Labor

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Does Milk Come in on Own When Scheduling a C Section?

I had my daughter almost 4 yrs ago went into labor then c section I already had milk the day after. This time I am scheduling a c section so will my body know to produce and have milk be ready when my baby is born via c section? Spinal or Edipudal? I heard a spinal is better for the baby? I had a epidual with my first but felt the survery. C section recovery anything that helped you?

Home Birth

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VBAC Friendly Provider for Drug-free Hospital Birth in Chicago

Hi there, I am looking for a VBAC-friendly provider in Chicago. Preferably midwife or family practitioner. I plan to have a drug free hospital birth with a doula. So far I've seen the West Suburban Midwifes but they cannot do VBAC and I do not really feel comfortable with the other midwives delivering at WS Hospital, I like the midwifes in Evanston but it is one hour from my home as I live on the south side. I would prefer someone practicing in Chicago. Going up to Lakeview is fine. I am not from Chicago and I really don't know what is...

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Where to Birth

My original plan was to birth at home. I've changed my mind for a few...

Lactation Consultant

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Looking for Lactation Consultant

I was hoping someone had a recommendation for a lactation consultant that will make house calls. I am having a lot of trouble, especially when I am actually in my own environment. Know someone who could help me?

Midwives & Doulas

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OB GYN Or Midwife Recommendations Around Elgin Area

We just moved to Elgin about 3 mos. ago. I just found out a couple of weeks ago that I am pregnant. Needless to say I don't have a Dr. I would prefer a midwife or a Dr. with more of a holistic approach but I will check out anyone that is highly recommended. Also curious as to where people delivered and what their experiences were like. Any leads or guidance on this would be greatly appreciated.

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Looking for Good OB

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Expecting Our First Baby, Need ALL Sorts of Help!

My husband and I are expecting our first baby at the end of January. I just feel at lost for what to expect about anything and everything. We are so exciting about our baby, especially after trying for a while to get pregnant. I know there are so many moms out there with great pieces of advice, especially based off their own experience. Any advice or tips or suggestions for a first time mom to be would be greatly appreciated. Advice on how to prepare, what to expect, supplies or things I will for sure need vs things that are truly a...

Water Birth

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VBAC Friendly Provider for Drug-free Hospital Birth in Chicago

Hi there, I am looking for a VBAC-friendly provider in Chicago. Preferably midwife or family practitioner. I plan to have a drug free hospital birth with a doula. So far I've seen the West Suburban Midwifes but they cannot do VBAC and I do not really feel comfortable with the other midwives delivering at WS Hospital, I like the midwifes in Evanston but it is one hour from my home as I live on the south side. I would prefer someone practicing in Chicago. Going up to Lakeview is fine. I am not from Chicago and I really don't know what is...

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Water Birth or Not?

I'm due at the November 18 with my second child. I'm very interested in...