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Possible Birth Consultation Topics

Each session is as unique as you are.

Here is a list of topics that may be discussed.

1) Birth beliefs and family history – potential impact?

2) Who pays and how – insurance coverage vs self pay.

3) Place of birth – culture of facility.

4) Primary care providers – who can attend births in IL?

5) Creating a birth team – additional providers.

6) Childbirth education options – hospital vs private.

7) Birth practices and procedures  - What about the pain?

8) Breastfeeding – a long-term relationship.

9) Postpartum care – help for mom.

10) Wonderful things for baby – consider some great options.

11) Health care for baby - vaccination, pediatrician vs alternative.

12) Self care for optimal birth and baby – body, mind & spirit.

13) Personal referrals – you can change practitioners.

14) More Resources

You may also bring a list of questions.