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In Case you missed My Birth Story Part I
So, there I was, on my hands and knees in our cool dark bedroom, thinking that it was too early to go to the hospital. Thankfully, my husband started packing the car and encouraging me down the stairs. So, with contractions about five minutes apart, I hugged our two sons and my mom and headed off to the hospital. I had a few contractions on the way, which was particularly uncomfortable, due to being trapped in the car, but we made it to the hospital in about fifteen minutes. As we sat in triage answering questions about where I worked an what my phone number was, I had one mild contraction and I was afraid that I had been right. I wasn't really in labor, and now here I was, trapped at the hospital and my water had broken. I was nervous about being pressured into using pitocin to speed up labor since I was already in the hospital!
Finally, we were admitted up to the labor and delivery floor where I answered more questions, signed forms - all things NOT conducive to labor, and my progress was checked. I was about four cm. dilated and 90% effaced. After I was comfortable, my husband went to park the car and I requested a birth ball from the nurse. As soon as everyone left, the contractions started coming back. I was amazed at the difference in my labor, just minutes after I was alone. When my husband returned to our room, even he was surprised to see the difference in my laboring.
At this point, my husband, who is a Greek Orthodox Priest asked if I would like to receive communion. He prepared the Holy Gifts, as my labor continued to intensify. In the room, was a large leather easy chair which I would kneel in and then lean over the chair back. So, I positioned myself in this chair as my husband started saying the communion prayers. This was a very emotional time for me and I cried as I received communion.
By this time, it was getting late, probably closer to 10 or 11pm. My contractions were so strong that I was back on the floor (yes, the dirty hospital floor) and could not speak through them. Our wonderful nurse called the midwife at this point so that she would be ready. When Mary our midwife arrived about midnight, she wanted to check my progress. The exam was extremely painful and I was so disappointed to find that I was still only 4cm dilated. I felt that my labor had become so much more intense and was frustrated that my cervix had nothing to show for it.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Thursday, July 19, 2012
My Doula Package
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THE DOULA PACKAGE
Congratulations on embarking on this
amazing transition in your life. Thank
you for getting in touch with me. I
would love to work with you during your pregnancy and the birth of your
child!
You have made an excellent choice in
finding a doula to be with you during this time. Women who have a doula often have shorter
labors, require less pain medication, have more success with breastfeeding, have
better mother/child bonding, and report higher satisfaction rates regarding their
births.
I believe that when a woman is empowered
by support, education, and preparation during her pregnancy, she is able to
make the best decisions for herself and her child during labor. As your doula, I will walk with you through
the decision making process and support you through the transition of growing
your family.
As your doula, I am hired by you, to
support you – Therefore, I need to get to know you. I
like to meet twice before your birth to construct a birth plan and talk about
your birth expectations and concerns. I am available to you 24/7 by phone
and e-mail should you have any questions for example - following doctor's
appointments. I will block out the 2 weeks prior to your due date and
then be available to you until your baby is born. I will be with you for
you entire birth, meeting you at your home if you would like or at the hospital
and staying with you for several hours post partum to assist with breastfeeding,
mother/child bonding and to help you in the immediate recovery period. I
like to meet one or two weeks post partum to see how you are recovering, how
breastfeeding is going, and make any referrals for a post partum doula or
lactation consultant as needed.
If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to contact me,
If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to contact me,
Sincerely,
Brittany Kearns CLD, RN
978-424-7668
doulabrittanykearns.blogspot.com
Monday, June 4, 2012
My Birth Story, Part 1
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Our baby girl was born at the end of January, 2012 but we were expecting her all month long. Contractions came sporadically during the early part of January and eventually became a regular fixture in the daily routine. After one particularly emotionally trying day, I thought labor had started and spent the night in the bathtub trying to relax as my husband timed contractions.
The night before she was born, contractions started and became regular, waking me up every hour or so. That morning, I was so excited I couldn't sleep so I climbed out of bed and into the bath tub. (My go to place for early labor). Earlier that week my mom had flown in to help watch our two older sons, so as we both readied ourselves for church my contractions petered out. As we were about to walk out the front door, I said, "Mom, wait a minute, I need to use the bathroom."
She said, "Is everything alright?"
"I don't know," I replied.
As I stepped into the bathroom, my water broke (nothing major, just a small gush) and I decided I wasn't going to church that morning. So, I sent my mom and boys off to Divine Liturgy and paced at home. My mother deposited the children at the church and returned home to check on me.
By this point, my contractions had stopped completely, but I was still leaking amniotic fluid. So, I called my midwife. Of course, she told me to wait and see and call back around noon. So, after church, my husband and I walked to the local starbucks and back trying to encourage our baby girl. I had a few good contractions on our walk but nothing convincing.
At noon I called our midwife and she said that if labor didn't start by 8am the next morning I should come to the hospital. So, I waited, ate an enormous lunch and prayed that my contractions would start. Around 4pm I was contracting every 20 minutes. I took a nap until 6pm and woke up to contractions that had me rocking on my hands and knees. My husband came to check on me and asked if we should go to the hospital. I still wasn't convinced that labor had really started....
The story continues with My Birth Story Part 2
(978) 424-7668 or britt71204@aol.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
Our baby girl was born at the end of January, 2012 but we were expecting her all month long. Contractions came sporadically during the early part of January and eventually became a regular fixture in the daily routine. After one particularly emotionally trying day, I thought labor had started and spent the night in the bathtub trying to relax as my husband timed contractions.
The night before she was born, contractions started and became regular, waking me up every hour or so. That morning, I was so excited I couldn't sleep so I climbed out of bed and into the bath tub. (My go to place for early labor). Earlier that week my mom had flown in to help watch our two older sons, so as we both readied ourselves for church my contractions petered out. As we were about to walk out the front door, I said, "Mom, wait a minute, I need to use the bathroom."
She said, "Is everything alright?"
"I don't know," I replied.
As I stepped into the bathroom, my water broke (nothing major, just a small gush) and I decided I wasn't going to church that morning. So, I sent my mom and boys off to Divine Liturgy and paced at home. My mother deposited the children at the church and returned home to check on me.
By this point, my contractions had stopped completely, but I was still leaking amniotic fluid. So, I called my midwife. Of course, she told me to wait and see and call back around noon. So, after church, my husband and I walked to the local starbucks and back trying to encourage our baby girl. I had a few good contractions on our walk but nothing convincing.
At noon I called our midwife and she said that if labor didn't start by 8am the next morning I should come to the hospital. So, I waited, ate an enormous lunch and prayed that my contractions would start. Around 4pm I was contracting every 20 minutes. I took a nap until 6pm and woke up to contractions that had me rocking on my hands and knees. My husband came to check on me and asked if we should go to the hospital. I still wasn't convinced that labor had really started....
The story continues with My Birth Story Part 2
Monday, October 17, 2011
Your Doula
Looking for a Labor Doula in the Denver Area? Please call or e-mail to set up a free consultation.
(978) 424-7668 or britt71204@aol.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
As your doula I will provide:
1 Free consultation
2 Prenatal visits - a time for questions, getting to know one another, and constructing a birth plan
Unlimited phone and e-mail support during your pregnancy
Continuous support from the beginning of your labor up to three hours postpartum
Breastfeeding support postpartum
1 Postpartum visit to discuss and process your labor experience and to identify the needs for any postpartum resources
If there is anything else you feel that you need during your labor, please let me know!
As your doula, I am committed to supporting YOUR choices.
Please contact me if you would like to work with a doula during your pregnancy
Sincerely,
Brittany Kearns CLD, RN
978-424-7668
britt71204@aol.com
(978) 424-7668 or britt71204@aol.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
As your doula I will provide:
1 Free consultation
2 Prenatal visits - a time for questions, getting to know one another, and constructing a birth plan
Unlimited phone and e-mail support during your pregnancy
Continuous support from the beginning of your labor up to three hours postpartum
Breastfeeding support postpartum
1 Postpartum visit to discuss and process your labor experience and to identify the needs for any postpartum resources
If there is anything else you feel that you need during your labor, please let me know!
As your doula, I am committed to supporting YOUR choices.
Please contact me if you would like to work with a doula during your pregnancy
Sincerely,
Brittany Kearns CLD, RN
978-424-7668
britt71204@aol.com
Looking for a Labor Doula in the Denver Area? Please call or e-mail to set up a free consultation.
(978) 424-7668 or britt71204@aol.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
We have moved again, this time, back to Denver, CO. I have completed my certification with Childbirth International and can proudly use the title CLD (certified labor doula). I am accepting any clients in the Denver Metro Area with due dates between now and Dec 2011 and then after May 2012, because we are expecting a third addition to our family. A baby GIRL, in February! If you are looking for a doula or simply want more information about what a doula is or does please don't hesitate to contact me.
Looking forward to working with you,
Brittany Kearns CLD, RN
978-424-7668
britt71204@aol.com
(978) 424-7668 or britt71204@aol.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
We have moved again, this time, back to Denver, CO. I have completed my certification with Childbirth International and can proudly use the title CLD (certified labor doula). I am accepting any clients in the Denver Metro Area with due dates between now and Dec 2011 and then after May 2012, because we are expecting a third addition to our family. A baby GIRL, in February! If you are looking for a doula or simply want more information about what a doula is or does please don't hesitate to contact me.
Looking forward to working with you,
Brittany Kearns CLD, RN
978-424-7668
britt71204@aol.com
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
I have now graduated from the University of Rochester with a BS in Nursing. I moved to Boston, MA and I am hoping to continue my work as a doula. After completing my rotation in nursing obstetrics I have a renewed passion for supporting women during labor and delivery. The hospital can be a very scary place and it can be so helpful to have a doula to provide encouragement during this challenging yet very exciting transition of welcoming new life into the world! I am now available to any women in the Greater Boston Area. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Brittany Kearns
(978) 424-7668
Sincerely,
Brittany Kearns
(978) 424-7668
Monday, April 26, 2010
I recently experienced my first birth as a doula! One more to go until I get my certification. I loved being able to help my client during a busy, emotional, and wonderful night when her son came into the world.
I am currently a nursing student at University of Rochester, NY and I am thrilled to be starting clinical rotations in obstetrics! Hopefully I will have plenty of opportunities to put my doula training to good use.
I am currently a nursing student at University of Rochester, NY and I am thrilled to be starting clinical rotations in obstetrics! Hopefully I will have plenty of opportunities to put my doula training to good use.
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