Tarrant County Birth Network

I am excited about the future of natural childbirth in Tarrant County and have been working with some ideas for a birth network for several months.

Donna Ryan, a childbirth educator and longtime natural birth advocate, and I are working together on the beginning stages of a Birth Network in Tarrant County such as what are found at www.birthnetwork.org. We would like your help in gathering names of those who may be interested in being a part of this group. We are planning a meeting for later this summer for birthing professionals (doctors, midwives, doulas, childbirth educators, chiropractors, lactation consultants...the list goes on). In addition, we are looking for professionals who are actively practicing the Ten Steps of the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative found on the CIMS website at http://www.motherfriendly.org.

Please email me at hannah.reasonerLMT@gmail.com with contact information of referrals who may be interested in being a part of the Birth Network in Tarrant County.

There will me more information to follow. Please feel free to contact me with questions.

Holistic Gynecology

Do you know of anyone in your area that practices holistic gynecology? I am looking for a referral for anyone needing or wanting a doctor that practices whole body care in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, or Kansas. For instance, if I have a client who has a gynecological issue such as irregular or abnormal periods, fertility issues, or any other reproductive problems, who can I refer to? I want a practitioner who can diagnose and treat with modalities such as nutrition, herbs, supplements, bodywork, and or any other form of alternative health care, and who uses medications and more invasive practices as a last resort.

Contest Winner and Birth Control Poll

Congratulations to Nancy who won the drawing for commenting on my "Give Away For Moms" post! I put all the names in a cup and my husband drew a name so it would be fair. Your gift will be coming in the mail soon!

I have been thinking a lot lately about birth control and the methods that are available to us. I recently heard in the news that adoption rates are going up due to the economic times. People are finding it more difficult to care for children and are turning to alternative methods. I had a discussion with a girl who is placing her child for adoption. She was commenting on how expensive birth control can be, especially the pill and condoms which have to be refilled and replaced. This can lead to people not using these methods and ultimately leads to pregnancy.

As many of you know, my husband and I use the Fertility Awareness Method (or Natural Family Planning). The book cost me about $20 and I have read it a couple of times and used it as a resource often. That is $20 I have spent on birth control in the past three years. It has worked for us, and if used correctly, can work for any couple that desires natural birth control methods.

I am interested to find out what form of birth control you currently use. I have put a poll together on the right for you to share your answers. Thanks for contributing!

New Poll on Vaccinations

Please take my most recent poll on vaccinations located to the right.

I have recently gotten a lot of feedback and comments on vaccinations and feel that a vaccination post is in the near future. Although I learned more of vaccinations and their pros and cons about eleven years ago, I would like to be able to write about it from an educational and informational point of view. I know that parents want the best for their kids and just need the proper knowledge to make informed decisions.

Some parents believe they are doing the right thing by vaccinating and protecting their kids from harmful diseases. Others believe that the risks of vaccinating are too great and can lead to serious illness and death. And yet, other parents selectively vaccinate against some illnesses and not others.

Although I fit into one of the above categories, in my blog I do not wish to evoke my opinions and beliefs on anyone concerning this topic. I will, however, talk to you personally if you would like.

Please feel free to share your comments...anonymously if you wish.

Give Away for Moms

Calling all moms and moms-to-be!

This is an invitation to share the experience(s) you had as you tried to conceive and during pregnancy. Bringing a new life into the world can be such a joy and there are so many things that a woman goes through to get there. I would love to hear anything you can share that may help me when I get there. Sometimes the best advice and support we get is from those who have already walked that path. On Wednesday, May 20th I will randomly select one name from those who commented and send you a special gift! This is open to all no matter where you live!

Share your thoughts on topics like:

• working out
  
• foods and cravings
• the relationship changes between you and your husband/partner
  
• things that worried or scared you
• the first movements you felt
• preparing for your new arrival
• your journey to conceive
  
• ...and more!

Thanks for sharing and I look forward to hearing from you!

FREE Cloth Diaper Party

You're Invited
To A Cloth Diaper Party

Thursday May 21st
6:30-8:00pm
2313 Carleton Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76107

Hosted By
Stephanie Carruth

RSVP by May 19th at 731-8981

All products brought to you by:
Hip Green Baby

www.hip-green-baby.com

What to know more about cloth diapers but are overwhelmed by what you see online? Confused on all the different types of diapers? Or, do you just want to see what it is all about? Come for yummy food and to visit with other moms and moms-to-be!

A Day in a Mother's Life

Happy Mother's Day to all mother's!

In honor of Mother's Day, I would like to hear your stories. Comment on one of your most memorable days or experiences as a mother.

Can't wait to hear from you and thanks for taking the time to share!