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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: Natural Childbirth in a Hospital
Growing Together
Life Learning Center

Copyright © 2007
Felix Paulick and
Cia Gabriel
Passion.

Joy.

Purpose.

Energy.

Growth.
Introduction

Part I: Preparing For Your Birth

1. You Can Do It!
2. Get Attached to Your Birth Plan
Safety        
Your Dream Birth        
Write The Plan        
3. Creating a Supportive Team
Choosing a Team
How To Get your Birth Team on Board with the Plan
Childbirth Education Classes and Doulas
Twin Births
Vaginal Birth after a Cesarean Section
Survivors of Traumatic Life Events
        
Part II: Giving Birth

5. Overview:  What Natural Labor Feels Like
6.  Early Labor
Stay at Home
Early Labor Challenges        
 Transition to the Hospital
7. Active Labor
 Setting the Stage for Your Natural Labor
Active Labor Challenges
When Progress Slows
Your Baby’s Heart Rate Does Something Funny
The Pain Feels Overwhelming
You Are Confined to Bed
Complications Arise that Seem Ominous
Pushing and Giving Birth
8. The First Hours
The First Two Hours of Your Baby’s Life
The First Three Days
Challenges of the First Hours

Part III: Birth Stories To Learn From

9. Vaginal Births
Shannon’s Story
LaKesha’s Story
Sabine’s Story
Kim’s Story
10. C-Sections
Shiho’s Story

Conclusion:

11. Pulling It All Together

Resources


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