Certified Childbirth Educator

03/26/2021

Class this weekend....

03/12/2020

THIS LIBRARY WAS CREATED in FEBRUARY 2020. The posts were crated using information published in The Lancet on February 12, 2020. Our understanding of COVID-19 continues to evolve. _________________

As our community prepares to face a new and novel virus we need to be prepared - not just for the virus but for people's anxieties and fears.

One of the most important things we can do as providers and advocates is to empower people with information. When we all have the facts it's easier for us to make informed decisions.

http://nationalperinatal.org/COVID-19/

DISCLAIMER: The global picture of COVID-19 is a fluid, evolving situation and although we will endeavor to stay as updated as possible, the information posted here may not reflect the latest news and practice guidance.

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02/24/2020

https://www.ajc.com/news/state--regional/rural-doctor-scrambles-provide-care-amid-maternal-death-crisis/kt11v3vdShs5bGn96CPtrJ/

Georgia's maternal mortality rate is higher than the U.S. average. A Medicaid limit and OBGYN shortage in rural areas are factors.

12/19/2019

11/27/2019

Due to the rapidly increasing number of flu cases in our area, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Candler Hospital are implementing visitor restrictions to protect patients, visitors and our co-workers.

Flu cases started increasing in November and for the last three weeks patient with influenza-like illnesses at our hospitals have been above the state baseline.

• Do not visit any patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital or Candler Hospital patient if you have any signs or symptoms of influenza.
• Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to visit any patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital or Candler Hospital.
• Those under the age of 18 cannot visit patients at the Telfair Birthplace at Candler Hospital unless they are the primary caretaker.
• Only children seeking treatment should come to the hospitals.
• Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to wait for family in any waiting area.
• Patients can only receive two visitors at a time.

Flu-like symptoms include:

• Fever (100 degrees or more)
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Muscle/joint/body aches
• Headache
• Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea

To help prevent the spread of the flu, please wash your hands regularly, cover your cough and sneezes, and get the flu vaccine. The vaccine can be obtained at any of the St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network Primary Care offices. Call 912-819-8888 for an appointment or visit www.sjchs.org/primarycare.

11/26/2019

If you missed it, here is a look at the good things going on @ the first Savannah Birth & Baby Expo!!!https://galleries.page.link/3o74L

Photo collection by Oak and Honey Photography

11/22/2019

In celebration of National Prematurity Awareness month, PSI is announcing a new Online Support Group just for NICU parents.

Parents whose baby (or babies) are spending time in the NICU are at higher risk for developing mental health issues like postpartum depression and/or anxiety due to the uniquely stressful experience of the NICU. We are here to help.

Join our trained peer facilitators (who are NICU alums) for a free weekly chat. It's virtual and free to join. Just create a Support Group Central account and select "NICU Parents" to register. It's okay (even healthy) to focus on yourself. Our first meeting is this THURSDAY so please join us: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

11/13/2019

Come on out!!!

The Savannah Birth & Baby Expo will have tons of great information for new and expecting mothers. There will be classes to attend, vendor booths, food truck

11/12/2019

Indeed!!!!

The not so secret life and feelings of a parent, revealed.

11/05/2019

Prenatal Yoga with Ann Carroll 10 a.m. - 11a.m. Ann Carroll owns Essential Yoga Doula here in Savannah, Georgia. She is a birth doula, childbirth educator and a

10/19/2019

09/23/2019

I love Tummy Time. Babies need tummy time to not only build neck and for muscle tone, but to stretch out all their contracted muscles after life in the womb and delivery. Did you know yummy time can help improve your baby’s latch?
Yep. The muscles in the neck attach to the jaw and tongue 👅! Tummy time, strengthens and stretches those muscles improving range and tone. Tummy time is important for ALL babies but especially those with latch dysfunctions or oral restrictions (tongue ties).
Does your baby hate Tummy Time? Usually the babies who hate tummy time need it the most!! Here’s some tips to make tummy time successful for you and your baby:
✅Tummy Time is a team sport! Interact with you baby. Get down in your tummy and make eye contact. Stick out your tongue, make raspberry noises, play. Help your baby know this Funtime!
✅ Don’t plop your baby straight down on their tummy. Lay them on their back and gently roll them on their belly. It’s is an easier transition.
✅Start up with baby propped up on a Boppy. When baby’s chest is on a Boppy with arms draped over, it allows for a more gentle stretch while they work in their skills.
✅Place baby prone on your chest! When baby looks up at you or does head lifts, they are working tummy time muscles!
✅Keep it short, keep it positive! Tummy time isn’t boot camp. Start with short 5 minutes sessions and build up. If baby is not having fun, end the session and try again later (or try one of the other methods listed above).
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09/23/2019

Moms are encouraged to engage in skin-to-skin contact with their newborns within moments of their arrival and the practice has a slew of benefits. But mothers aren't the only ones who should be cozying up to their little ones. A recent study shows…

09/18/2019