This is totally off topic from baby wearing but I thought maybe one you ladies might be of some assistance. I have a natural birth planned (this will be my second...
Erin B. replied:
Jessica, I'd love to talk with you. I'm a birth doula and Diana Thornton (mentioned above) is one of my partners. And I agree that a doula would be a huge asset in this situation! You can message me here, pm me your number and I can call you tonight, or you can reach me through our website: www.SEMCommunityDoulas.com
Jessica C. replied:
Thank you! My doctor is Dr. Butto. He seemed amazing at first, totally supportive. Said he did his internship in a midwifery unit and would make sure my experience at southshore was calm and beautiful. I would have never stayed at his practice or southshore knowing that they won't even consider my wishes. He insists on continuous monitoring, IV, and birthing in the bed. He said he doesn't want me walking around the room. I just don't get it. He said I don't have to get an epidural but everything else is basically protocol. Then started talking litigation issues.
Robin W. replied:
Adrienne Walker was my doula. She is amazing. https://www.facebook.com/belliestobabes In my opinion, you need a new dr, Stat!
Toni Auker Becky Turza Paul. Please chime in on this, kindly and with respect - and without alarm to mama. Beth Bailey Barbeau
Becky P. replied:
Unfortunately that hospital is not the most progressive (I delivered mine there, natural). Have someone be your advocate Each birth I had to be firm on what I wanted with the staff and I had my dr on board. Who is your dr? Nicole S Pichan-Seals is a doula
MeLisa B. replied:
I used Bonnie Miller as my doula. I ended up delivering my son all by myself in the car on the way to the birthing center, but she was amazing and stood up for what she knew I wanted in the ER when they try to push themselves on me. I highly recommend her!
Kale W. replied:
Martha Hollis Baum is top knotch
Amber S. replied:
Cynthia Jackson. 313-971-7324. She is a doula. Not sure she is available but it's with checking out.