"I will not die an unlived life" by Dawna Markova

Here is a gift for you: one of my favorite poems from one of my very favorite humans, Dawna Markova.
Enjoy!


May all babies be born into loving hands...

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

I will not die an unlived life. I will not live in fear of falling or catching fire. I choose to inhabit my days, to allow my living to open me, to make me less afraid, more accessible, to loosen my heart until it becomes a wing, a torch, a promise. I choose to risk my significance; to live so that which came to me as seed goes to the next as blossom and that which came to me as blossom, goes on as fruit.

-Dawna Markova

Save the Date, May Day 2011

Save the Date: 

   
May 1, 2011 

  
The First Annual 
Local Care Midwifery 

Spring Shower 
& 
Open House

No, we are not hoping for rain. We are planning a party and hosting a shower of Basics for Babies, a Unity House program. So, Save the Date, and keep an open eye for new or gently used baby or maternity clothes/supplies (blankets, diaper covers, slings, pregnancy tops, etc) to bring to the Shower.

Visit our OnLine Store

May all babies be born into loving hands... 

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

Flu happens, best if not to you

 Ok, NYS DOH says that the incidence of the flu is decreasing. I have to wonder if that is the case for the Capital District. I have 20 pregnant clients and at least three of them have flu-like symptoms. See the CDC  for information on the difference between a cold and the flu. A cold can be terrible and the flu can be mild BUT generally flu is more severe and the cough is bad. Really bad. Last year, I wrote several bogs about the flu. This should link you to one and this should link you to the other. If you don't have Sambucol in your medicine chest, consider getting it. Today.

Ok, everybody, please 
     Wash Your Hands, 
     Rest Well, 
     Eat a Fresh Source of Vitamin C Daily, 
    Wash Your Hands Again!

May all babies be born into loving hands... 

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

Business of Being Born in Saratoga

As part of the 1st Annual Saratoga Woman's Festival, the Business of Being Born is being shown tonight  at 6:00 PM. There will be a panel discussion afterwords (with yours truly, among others). Movie and discussion scheduled for 6:00 PM on Mon, March, 21 at the Saratoga Library. 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

The Business of Being Born- Free Movie

When   Mon, March 21, 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Where  H. Dutcher Community Room- Saratoga Springs Public Library 49 Henry Street Saratoga Springs NY 12866 

 

Description  The (Local) Business of Being Born: Examining Our Past and Looking to the Future A screening of Ricki Lake's "The Business of Being Born," which examines the history of birth as well as current trends, to be followed by an open discussion led by a panel of local practitioners, mothers, and activists and sponsored by BirthNet, a grassroots organization focused on improving maternity care. 

 

FREE TO ATTEND

 

Hosted by Tisha Graham Tisha Graham is a childbirth educator and doula with over 25 years of experience supporting women and families through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. A Saratoga Springs resident, she is also the mother of five, a co-founder of BirthNet, and Statewide Co-ordinator of New York Friends of Midwives.

Postpartum Support group Meeting in Troy

It is often said that it takes a village to raise a child. Well, currently our 'village' is pretty scarce for new moms; women are left to do the majority of baby raising alone, separated from friends, co-workers and families. It is hard physically and emotionally. Below is information on a support group for new moms that are having a difficult time

May all babies be born into loving hands... 

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


Who: Peer Support Group for Moms during their first year postpartum who are experiencing a Postpartum Mood Disorder or who are struggling during the postpartum period. Please feel free to bring Babies in arms. Women who are pregnant after experiencing a Mood Disorder with their
previous child’s birth are also welcome

When: Fourth Wednesday of Every Month beginning May25, 2011
*There will be no group in July due to vacation*

Time: 5:30pm

Location: Three Sisters, 406 Fulton St. Suite 513, Troy, NY 12180

Facilitator: Amy Breese, PCD(DONA),CLC is a postpartum doula, lactation
counselor and mom to two sons. Amy has both personal and professional experience
with Postpartum Mood Disorders. Please contact her at 518-469-8704 or
abbreese@yahoo.com for more information or to RSVP. The group is FREE but
pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough space to accommodate the
group.

This group is not meant to replace the care of your healthcare provider or therapist but to
provide a safe space for mothers to gather, share their stories and help each other during
the first year postpartum.

Baby Nikola had a lot to think about

Named after the famous inventor Nikola Tesla, this baby came out with his fist pressed to his face. What wonderful thoughts were you thinking while growing inside your momma? What grand ideas did you come up with during your long journey to us? Maybe you have figured out how to animate the dirigibles that hang in your nursery. Welcome Baby Nikola!



May all babies be born into loving hands...

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