Is a Birth Doula a Midwife?

Do you wonder what the difference is between a birth doula and nurse midwife? Watch our video: The Role of a Birth Doula and Midwife. All of our doulas are trained by reputable professional associations, with a wide range of experience. Birth doula fees range from approximately $400 – $750, depending upon the birth doula’s experience and certification status. Learn more about Lumina Birth Doulas and schedule a free consultation or to meet several doulas at one time, join us for our next Meet The Doulas night on December 14 at Bellyhaven.

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class in Atlanta

Preparation is key for ensuring a positive and beneficial breastfeeding relationship with your newborn. Our prenatal Breastfeeding Class will equip you and your partner with the necessary knowledge to successfully and naturally nourish your infant from birth. Learn basic breastfeeding skills such as latching, positioning, learning baby’s hunger cues, pumping and overcoming common obstacles. The breastfeeding class fee is $70 per couple. Sign up now.

Instructor: Jessica Cruz, BSN, RN, IBCLC

Our 4 Week Atlanta Childbirth Class Begins in January

The Lumina Birth Course is conducted by Liz Johnson, certified doula and childbirth educator and also co-director of Embrace. Liz's four-week childbirth class teaches available birthing options and how to labor with an open, relaxed mind about natural childbirth. She encourages you to be an educated consumer of the maternity healthcare system by discussing interventions, medicines, communicating with caregivers and birth plans. Also included is the physiology of childbirth, stages of labor, proper nutrition, comfort measures, breath awareness, relaxation, breastfeeding, and more. This class is located at Pinebloom Mansion at 1585 S. Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306. The next four week childbirth series begins Tuesday, January 24, 2012 from 6:30 pm until 9:00 pm. The cost is $189 per couple. Register for The Lumina Birth Course today.

A Pediatrician Who Makes House Calls

The guest speaker for our next Meet the Doulas is Dr. Marc Tanenbaum, a pediatrician who makes house calls! Lumina Birth is excited to have Dr. Tanenbaum come and share his expertise about pediatric healthcare and the latest trends. For more info about his practice visit Priority Pediatrics or to ask questions directly, join us for our mixer on Wednesday, October 12 at 7:30pm at Bellyhaven. Directions and RSVP here.

Make Sure Your Nursing Bra Fits Correctly

Many women wear a bra that does not fit or flatter their shape. To ensure successful breastfeeding, your nursing bra must fit correctly. Bellyhaven offers free nursing bra fittings this Saturday, October 8 from 1-5pm. Also at that time, there will be a trunk show for Stella and Dot and You! Lingerie. Door prizes and discounts will be awarded so be sure to join the fun! Read more and RSVP at Bellyhaven.com.