Monday, December 12, 2011

Time again to sign up for the wonderful Debra Goodman's Pregnancy and Postpartum classes. Work that core and protect your pelvic floor!


May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com


Registration Is Going On Now For:
The Pregnancy Workout Winter Sessions AND Now Offering Prenatal/Postpartum Pilates

The Pregnancy Workout with Debra Goodman, MSPTThis is the ultimate prenatal/postpartum fitness program. In this class, women will learn the fundamental exercises to feel great during and after pregnancy. Women will stay fit during pregnancy, prepare for labor and delivery, and learn rehab skills for postpartum.  This class addresses the physical aspects of childbirth education and should not be missed!

Time:  Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 pm
Date:   Winter 1 Session:  1/11/12--2/22/12 (no class 1/25)
           Winter 2 Session:  3/7/12--4/18/12 (no class 4/11)
           Spring Session:  5/2/12--6/13/12 (no class 5/16)
Location:  17 Computer Drive East, #17A, Albany, NY  12205
Cost:  $150,  Space is limited. 
To Register:  www.debragoodman.com or (518) 944-0314

Prenatal/Postpartum PilatesIn this day time class, women will learn safe exrecises for the whole body.  Exercises will help women minimize pain issues brought on by pregnancy and postpartum as well as address issues like urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, diastasis recti, and core weakness.  Come check it out!

Time:  Monday, 1:00-1:55pm
Date:  Winter 1 Session:  1/2/12--2/13/12 (No class 1/23)
          Winter 2 Session:  2/20/12--3/26/12
Location:  17 Computer Drive East, #17A, Albany, NY  12205
Cost:  $120,  Space is limited. 
To Register:  www.debragoodman.com or (518) 944-0314

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Baby Nathaniel Gray

Some Christmas presents are meant to be unwrapped a little early, and this family is very excited about their gift. Welcome Nathaniel Gray!

May all babies be born into loving hands... 
 
K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM  
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com





Baby Phoebe True

Sweet as a bird's morning song, fresh as new frost, this little girl is a blessing to behold. Thank you for joining us Earthside, Phoebe True.


May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com







Baby Meghan Camille

Baby Meghan has stories to tell and a wonderful big sister to listen to her tales. What is it like being born, little Meghan? Tell us your story!


May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com




Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Baby Casper and Baby Rufus


Sometimes babies actually arrive on their due date. Sometimes babies even arrive in pairs. Casper David and Rufus Maurits arrived together, right on time and moved directly into the heart of their family. Welcome little ones!


May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
 www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com
Rufus Maurits

Casper David


Everyone!

There were five in the bed and the little one said, "Roll over, roll over!"


LCM Moms and Dads Meeting Tomorrow!

Time again: we are a group of moms, dads, pregnant women, kids, babies, and more that meet monthly to enjoy and support each other.

Meetings are the first Wens and third Friday of the month, from 10-12.

Generally, we meet at The Guild House in Troy on State Street at the corner of Church Street (alley).

This month's Wednesday is tomorrow. For this meeting, we are gathering at Victoria K's. Call or email me offline for address and directions.

Email kmdoyle@me.com



May all babies be born into loving hands...


K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

YWCA Donation Drive


Earlier this month Local Care Midwifery's midwife, K. Michelle Doyle, was honored in the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region's Resourceful Women's Awards in the Health and Human Services category. Coming from so many different walks of life, resources in their community in so many unique and wonderful ways, the women honored at the YWCA's Resourceful Women's luncheon this year represent the best of what a community can aspire to be. They show us what we as as a community can become when we offer what we have and find that when added together the total of our shared resources is so much greater than the sum of its parts. We are blessed and honored to have so many women in our community willing to reach out and make a difference in the lives of countless others, and are particularly blessed to find such an individual in our midwife, Michelle.



At this time of year, the YWCA sponsors the Adopt-A-Family donation drive to meet the needs of the families that whom the YMCA exists to serve this Holiday season. Local Care Midwifery is participating in this effort and welcomes any donation to help make the holidays a little bit brighter and warmer for families in the Capital District. Donations such as warm coats, toys, clothing, gently used items and cash donations are greatly appreciated at this time to make a meaningful difference to these women, children and families that are served by the YWCA.

To participate, please bring any donations to the main office at Local Care Midwifery by 12/16. Thank you in advance to all those who are able to participate!

May all babies be born into loving hands...


K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Baby Julian

What do you dream about, Baby Julian? Momma dancing, Daddy singing and kittens playing in the sun? Welcome Earthside, little one. May all of your sweet dreams come true.


May all babies be born into loving hands... 

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com


Thursday, November 10, 2011

Baby Hazel

Born on the night of the Full Frost Moon, this little baby has snuggled warmly right into her daddy's heart. Welcome, Earth-side Hazel Moon!


May all babies be born into loving hands... 

K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com







Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Baby Shelby

In loving hands, life is good! 
Welcome Baby Shelby Alexander






May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Saturday, November 5, 2011

Baby Daisy Matilda Freeborn Sheppard aka “Tillie”

With a name as long as a summer day and a face as full as a harvest moon, Daisy Matilda Freeborn Sheppard (plus a surname) is ..... well look, see and decide for yourself.


May all babies be born into loving hands... 

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com 
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com
www.pregnancyproject.com

Two hours new

Four days old

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Capital District Children deserve Pediatric Care, even in hospitals

Please support Erika Groff and all babies and children of the Capital District. We NEED family centered, child centered pediatric care in hospitals. As of last week, we lost that. The pediatric unit at St Mary's hospital in Troy closed; Samaritan Hospital no longer has a Peds floor, neither does St Peter's.  Family centered care is good for babies, children, their parents and the community. Please consider signing the iPetition, and emailing the CEOs of Seton Health, Northeast Health and St Peter's Health. Our little ones are precious; they deserve specialized care.


Below is a link to iPetition concerning this issue. 


May all babies be born into loving hands...

K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com



Please sign our petition for family centered, kid friendly hospital pediatric care in the Capital District:


http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/stpeterspartnerspediatriccare/


Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Baby Hannah Faith

Faith is at the center of this family's life and of their new daughter's name, Hannah Faith. 
Welcome Earthside, Sweet Hannah.




May all babies be born into loving hands... 

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Monday, October 24, 2011

Congratulations to Michelle!!

Local Care Midwifery, PLLC is proud to announce that our phenomenal midwife Michelle Doyle has been honored as part of the Resourceful Women's Awards sponsored by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region!

Michelle is being honored in the Heath & Human Services category: Women who serve as healthcare providers: physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, physician assistants, nurse educators, etc. who advance the empowerment of women.

Michelle has been a driving force for women seeking an alternate form of care in the Capital District. Her ability to treat each patient as a friend, while still providing the highest level of care during some very personal experiences is what makes her stand out from other healthcare providers in the area.

The Resourceful Women's Awards were created by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region to honor and recognize those whose community and professional pursuits advance the empowerment of women, a core YWCA value.

The award luncheon will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy on Thursday, November 3rd from 11:30 to 2:30pm. For more information on attending, please contact Victoria at 518-274-7100 or victoriab@ywca-gcr.org.

Congratulations again to Michelle! We are all so proud of you, and all of the work that you do to empower women and families in the childbearing year. And congratulations to Joyce Quaranta Chupka, the overall YWCA of the Greater Capital Region's Resourceful Woman of the Year, and to all of the other honorees!


May all babies be born into loving hands...

www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Monday, October 17, 2011

Baby Neville Devan

Surrounded by his wonderful family, Neville Devan will never want for love or attention.
Welcome little Neville!





May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Friday, October 14, 2011

Local Care Midwifery Open House

Hello,


Come to our Open House tomorrow, Saturday, October 15. We will be at: 


Local Care Midwifery,PLLC 
Open House
Saturday, from 1-5

Come on by for a cup of fresh cider, Loring's famous chocolate chip cookies, chair massage from Jonas, sweet baby smiles and warm LCM hugs. The LCM Open House is for saying hi, renewing acquaintances, showing off babies (and bigger). Also, you can come to learn about midwifery care (not just pregnancy) and planned home birth.


Hope to see you there!




May all babies be born into loving hands...

K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com







Sunday, October 9, 2011

Baby Eli Lucius

Eli Lucius was born on October 6, 2011. 
By the next day, he was busy playing the quintessential baby game:


Peek-a-boo! 

 I see you!




Sweet dreams, little Eli.


May all babies be born into loving hands...

K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Friday, September 30, 2011

News from NYS Assemblyman Gottfried

Some news from NYS Assemblyman Richard Gottfried, friend of midwives. 


May all babies be born into loving hands...

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com




Assembly Member

Richard N. Gottfried

Community Update
September, 2011


Contraception Is a Medical Necessity - and Will Soon Be Covered 100% by Health Insurance!
Under the federal health reform legislation, health insurance plans will be required to offer preventive health services without charging a co-pay or deductible.  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) determines which preventive health services are included in the requirement.  HHS, under President Obama's leadership, has ruled that contraception will be included under the new law.  Contraception is highly cost-effective, protects women's health, and protects a woman's right to control her body.

Too many women who wish to obtain contraceptive care cannot do so because they cannot afford it.  It's not surprising that half of the pregnancies in the United States are unintended.  Unintended pregnancy subjects women to unnecessary and avoidable health care procedures and costs, whether the woman chooses to carry a pregnancy to term or to terminate the pregnancy.

In July, a committee of scientists and medical experts appointed by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) of the National Academy of Sciences recommended to HHS that contraceptive and counseling methods to prevent unintended pregnancies be considered preventative health care and thus be provided without cost to the insured person.

On August 1, the Obama administration announced that health plans will be required to cover contraceptive drugs and counseling without co-pays or deductibles, starting next year.  However, there is a narrow exemption for religious groups having to offer birth control coverage to their employees.   

I joined state legislators from across the country writing to HHSSecretary Kathleen Sebelius, urging her to follow the IOMrecommendation and include contraception in the package of preventive health care.  While women's rights are being chipped away at state by state, this is a step forward at the Federal level to protect a women's right to important health care and contraception access.   

Several years ago, New York enacted legislation I co-sponsored that requires health insurance that includes prescription drugs to cover contraception.  The federal decision goes further, to bar co-payments and deductibles.

Home/Birth: a poemic

This sounds so exciting! A reading about birth tomorrow evening in beautiful Athens. 


May all babies be born into loving hands...

K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com


Date and Time: Saturday, October 1st, 8:00 PM
General Admission: Free
Information: info@athensculturalcenter.org



ATHENS CULTURAL CENTER READING SERIES
Home/Birth: a poemic
Authors Arielle Greenberg & Rachel Zucker
Saturday, October 1st, 8:00 PM
The authors, both poets, educators, and home childbirth
advocates, read from their recent book, Home/Birth: a poemic.
“What does it mean to have a home birth? In this new book, poets
Arielle Greenberg and Rachel Zucker give us an unconventional
conversation between two friends and mothers as they try to
understand their own birthing experiences and the options
available to women.”--Maureen Ewing, Mindful Metropolis
Reading curated and introduced by Rebecca Wolff
A reception with the authors follows the reading.
Arielle Greenberg is the author of the poetry collections My Kafka Century
and Given and the chapbooks Shake Her and Farther Down: Songs from
the Allergy Trials. She is co-editor with Lara Glenum of Gurlesque. She is
 Associate Professor at Columbia College Chicago and is the
founder-moderator of the poet-moms listserv. Arielle served on the board
of the national nonprofit Citizens for Midwifery from 2008-2010, and has
been a member of Illinois Families for Midwifery. She ran a mother’s
support group, childbirth preparation classes and did other outreach and
office work for Morningstar Midwifery in Maine and volunteered for the
Maine Association of Certified Professional Midwives; she was also a
contributing editor for the chapter on pregnancy loss for the revised edition
of Our Bodies, Ourselves.
Rachel Zucker is the author of Museum of Accidents, The Bad Wife
Handbook, The Last Clear Narrative, and Eating in the Underworld. She
has taught poetry and writing at Yale, Fordham, Columbia and New York
University and the 92nd Street Y. Rachel is a DONA-certified labor doula
who has attended births at home and in the hospital. She has raised funds
for the Coalition for Improving Maternity Services and Choices in
Childbirth and helped to organize the effort to pass the Midwifery
Modernization Act in New York City. She is currently certifying as a
childbirth educator through the Childbirth Education Association of
Metropolitan New York.


Date and Time: Saturday, October 1st, 8:00 PM

General Admission: Free
Information: info@athensculturalcenter.org

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Baby Jude

 Born on September 14, Jude is now three days old. 

He is strong, sweet, alert and so handsome.

And as perfect as he is,he is already getting 
better, better, better, better, better, 
yah, yah, yah!














May all babies be born into loving hands... 

 K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Monday, September 5, 2011

In honor of Labor Day!

"Too many babies are born in traditional hospital units, says the college, which also warns the current system is neither acceptable nor sustainable in its report on maternity care."

To read the rest of the article, head over here.


May all babies be born into loving hands...



K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com

Friday, September 2, 2011

Set your calendars for September 16 and 17!

We love Vikki, we love cloth diapers, and this is a great opportunity to learn more and find some great deals on used items for moms and little ones!

May all babies be born into loving hands...




K. Michelle Doyle, CNM, NYS LM
www.localcaremidwifery.com
www.localcaremidwifery.blogspot.com



USED CLOTH DIAPER SWAP: September 16-17...Fri night 4-7 and Sat AM 10-2 at Sonrise Diaper Service and Retail Store...if you are interested in having a table set up to sell/swap/barter..whatever...please drop me a line to let me know...we will have tables for you and the cost is $10. LIMITED SPACES so reserve SOON!

Small Business Owners...please know that you are welcome to come and sell those wares too! :)

USED anything and everything natural baby/Momma is welcome...carriers, cloth diapers, nursing covers, etc...

vcaseyahmed@gmail.com to reserve your spot!

Be Blessed...
Vikki

Vikki Casey-Ahmed
Owner/Operator
Sonrise Diapers
A service and A store
www.sonrisediaperservice.com
518-461-4293