Monthly Archives: August 2009

Outrage Over the CDC & Circumcision

There has been a great outpouring of rage over the anticipation of the CDC’s release of new guidelines that would recommend routine circumcision for all newborn boys in the United States. ?This blog is, however, one of action, not merely … Continue reading

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ACOG Gives Go Ahead for Liquids in Labor

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has given the go ahead for women to drink some liquids in labor. ?This list includes: Soda Fruit juice without pulp Sports drinks Coffee Tea They still say that women having a … Continue reading

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Reducing Infant Mortality

Please watch this video and then spread the word about how to reduce infant mortality. Click here to visit the website and get help with writing to your legislator, or sending them this video. Reducing Infant Mortality from Debby Takikawas … Continue reading

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Birth and Healthcare Reform

“$13 to $20 billion a year could be saved in health care costs by demedicalizing childbirth, developing midwifery, and encouraging breastfeeding.” ? Frank Oski, MD, Professor and Director, Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine When I read this … Continue reading

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Happy Birth Day Birth Survey!

Come join the weekend fun as we mark the one year anniversary of the national launch of The Birth Survey!? Starting now and ending at midnight on Sunday (Eastern), we will be giving away “door” prizes and other fun things.? … Continue reading

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Join the Virtual Nurse-In on Facebook!

The Facebook group called Hey Facebook, breastfeeding is not obscene (official petition to Facebook) is hosting a virtual nurse-in in honor of world breastfeeding week. The group is hosted by the organization called The Mother’s International Lactation Campaign (M.I.L.C.) which … Continue reading

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