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pregnancy resources.
Pregnancy Resources​
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Birth Art for inspiration or for your own birth
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Spinning Babies exercises for pregnancy
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Queer Parents Networking Dinner meet other pregnant and parenting LGBTQIA2S+ folx
Infant Feeding Resources​
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Positioning and latch with pics
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LactMed Database for medication safety
Multi-Media
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To read: "The Birth Partner" by Penny Simkin, which I recommend reading prior to your birth, especially the highlighted quick reference sections. Signs of labor starts on p68, normal labor and how to help starts p138, positions start on p169 and the Comfort Measures checklist is p198 or here.
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To watch:
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Positions poster, for reference in labor
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Evidence on birthing positions
Do you need a clinical care provider?
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Schedule with me in-clinic in Tacoma at Off the Grid Midwives, anywhere in WA via telehealth (e-mail to schedule), in your home and virtually through my private practice (e-mail to schedule), or virtually via the Maven Clinic app.
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​Midwives of Washington State (MAWS) Find a Midwife or Find a Birth Center
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Perinatal Support Washington - Find a provider or local support groups and resources
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ACNM Find a Midwife Search Tool
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AABC Find a Birth Center Search Tool
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Do you need other assistance?
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Nutrition & Food Needs: King County WIC, Seattle Food Banks, Emergency Food Access, Seattle Community Resources List
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Health Support Needs: Maternity Support Services & Infant Case Management, Nurse-Family Partnership, Getting Health Insurance
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Housing Support Needs: Call 211, DV Shelter, Angeline's Day Center, Central Family Emergency Housing, and 38 other options
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Pregnancy and Parenting Needs: Program for Early Parenting Support (PEPS), King County Health Programs, Addiction Recovery
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Always speak to your care provider regarding any questions about your health, safety, and well-being. Resources listed here are not meant to be a replacement for medical advice, medical care, or medication. I cannot diagnose or treat any conditions without an established patient-provider relationship. Please reach out to schedule an appointment if you are in need of a clinical care provider.