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Home Delivery: Is it for YOU?
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or most parents, the choice of where to have a baby is easy: the hospital. That’s where 99 percent of births take place, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. But some couples — a small but steadily growing number — choose to deliver their babies at home instead. Why do these parents opt for a home birth — which is still somewhat risky? What is the experience like? To find out, we hooked up with Kristin Brooks, 36, and her husband, Glenn Meyer, 30. After careful deliberation, the couple decided their first baby would be delivered at home in a bed that they could later point to and say, “This is where you were born.” What follows is an hour-by-hour diary of the birth of Griffin Simpson Meyer, who came into the world in the warmth and comfort of his parents’ home one luminous October day.
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8:30 A.M. Kristin has been in labor for six hours. She paces the couple’s apartment, timing her contractions. Debra Pascali-Bonaro, her doula, and Cara Muhlhahn, a certified nurse-midwife, have just arrived. Their presence is a source of comfort to Glenn, who was skeptical of a home birth — he became a convert after long discussions with Cara, who has a lot of experience with home deliveries and assured him that Kristin’s good health, her uncomplicated pregnancy, and her commitment to home birth all made her an ideal candidate. “At home, you don’t have to worry about hospital regulations or policies,” Glenn explains. “You can focus exclusively on having the kind of birth you want.” Kristin wanted a completely natural childbirth. She hoped to deliver her baby without an epidural, an episiotomy or any other intervention. While she could have insisted on having a natural childbirth in any setting, “home is where Glenn and I feel most comfortable,” she says. “I think that having the baby here gives us the best possible start as a family.”
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8:45 A.M. When Cara performs an internal check on Kristin, she finds her cervix dilated to nine centimeters — a measurement of 10 signals that birth is imminent. Within a few minutes, Kristin’s water breaks, and everyone expects that she will deliver soon.
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10:15 A.M. False alarm. When Kristin’s water broke, her labor did a back slide. Her baby has moved up the birth canal, and her cervix retracts to six centimeters. Kristin is disheartened and uncomfortable. Between measured breaths, she leans against a table in the foyer and says, “I need help.” For pain relief, Debra gives Kristin a back massage. A while later, Kristin and Glenn decide to walk the hallways of their apartment building. They hope the effects of gravity and movement from walking will help the baby get back into position.
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11:30 A.M. In the apartment, Kristin climbs into a small inflatable birth tub — a kiddie wading pool, really — that Debra and Cara have set up in the living room. They’ve filled it with warm water, which can help ease the pain of a strong contraction. With Kristin on her hands and knees, Glenn leans over and squeezes her hips, applying pressure to counter her contractions. Debra douses her back with pitcher after pitcher of warm water. “Why does it hurt so much?” Kristin asks, grimacing through one contraction after another. “You’re in hard labor,” Debra says. “But you’re doing great.”
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12:45 P.M. Cara tries to manually turn the baby to rotate the baby’s head so that it will move down the birth canal. “That little one is moving,” she says. Cara listens to the baby’s heartbeat with a handheld Doppler monitor. Thump, thump, thump. One hundred 20 beats per minute. Perfectly on target! Kristin stands up and leans against Glenn, who has climbed into the birth tub with her. They hold each other and rock through the next few intense contractions. Soft classical music plays in the background. The scene is intimate and cozy.
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2:05 P.M. Kristin has moved from the tub to the bed. To make herself more comfortable, she gets up on all fours. Cara, Debra and Glenn form a close circle around the bed. During the contractions, Cara manipulates Kristin’s cervix while Kristin bears down in an attempt to get the baby to descend the birth canal.
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2:45 P.M. The slow progress of Kristin’s labor is frustrating. Cara is concerned that the baby could be in a posterior presentation, with the back of its head resting Kristin’s spine. One in 10 babies lies in this position, which can be extremely painful though not dangerous. It’s also possible that the baby could be too large for Kristin’s pelvis, a downright risky situation. If that is the case, or if Kristin’s labor remains stalled, she may need to be transferred to the hospital — a contingency the couple are well-prepared for. They have an obstetrician on call and have designated a hospital, alerting labor-room staff there that they may be showing up after all. “I really hope I don’t have to leave here,” Kristin sighs. “Let’s take one thing at a time,” Cara comforts her. “We’ll just have to wait and see what happens.”
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3 P.M. Kristin decides to take a shower. Standing and relaxing under the warm water gives gravity a chance to help move the baby in the right direction. Next, Cara checks the baby’s heart rate. At 180 beats per minute, it’s much too fast — it could be a sign that the baby is in distress. A few minutes later, it’s back to normal. Whew! Perhaps the hot water from the shower revved up the baby’s heart rate temporarily.
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3:15 P.M. Another internal exam shows that Kristin’s cervix still isn’t dilated fully, and the baby’s head hasn’t budged. Again, Cara tries to manually turn the baby, which causes excruciating pain for Kristin. “Just keep breathing deeply,” she says. Soon Kristin gives a short highpitched scream. Cara thinks she has righted the baby from the posterior position only to have it move back. To help Kristin relax, Debra asks where she would feel most secure. “In Glenn’s arms,” she says. He promptly embraces her and, with strong hands, massages her lower back.
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3:35 P.M. “Please give me something to take the pain away,” Kristin says. “It shouldn’t be hurting this much.” Debra gently counters, “This is normal for posterior presentation. The baby isn’t in danger, and neither are you.” Despite the pain and the length of time she has been stalled at six centimeters, Kristin’s labor is still considered normal and safe as long as her baby shows no signs of distress. Cara gives Kristin a shot of Stadol, a narcotic that will hopefully take the edge off her pain and allow her to rest for a few minutes between contractions. Administering drugs like this at home is unusual: Cara says she’s given narcotics only twice in her career. Meanwhile, Glenn applies soothing counterpressure to Kristin’s back as she continues pushing with every contraction.
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4:25 P.M. The Stadol has kicked in and given Kristin a chance to renew her strength and refocus her energy. Cara checks Kristin’s cervix, which has finally fully dilated to 10 centimeters. At last, it’s time to start pushing. “I can do this,” she says confidently as she lies in bed on her back, with Glenn supporting her from behind. Again, Cara checks the baby’s heart rate. Fortunately, it’s still stable.
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5:15 P.M. Cara’s trusted colleague, Miriam Schwarzschild, arrives to assist and provide a new perspective. Miriam, also a certified nurse-midwife, does another internal exam. “Good pushing,” she says to Kristin. “Put all of your effort right on top of the baby.” Debra tells Kristin to relax, breathe deeply and try to visualize her body opening and her baby coming down. She closes her eyes and concentrates.
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6:05 P.M. It’s nighttime. Glenn shines a flashlight on Kristin to avoid an overhead light. Kristin has been pushing now for two hours. During one rigorous push, the midwives get a quick glimpse of the top of the baby’s head. Miriam suggests transferring to the hospital. She believes the baby is in a posterior position and reluctant to budge. But because both Mom and Baby are in good condition, Kristin and Glenn decide to press on.
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7:24 P.M. After more than 16 hours of rigorous labor and without an episiotomy, Kristin gives one final push and a boy is born. Cara and Miriam immediately plop the chubby infant — Griffin — on Kristin’s tummy. “He’s got such big feet,” the new mother says, tears in her eyes. Griffin lets out a tiny cry, and the room erupts into shouts of joy. “What a victory,” Cara says. Glenn beams.
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One week later: Griffin’s pediatrician pronounces him “perfect.” Reflecting on the homebirth, Kristin credits Glenn, Cara, Debra and Miriam with helping her make it through. “I really trusted the people who were taking care of me,” Kristin says. “We went through a labor that had a lot of glitches,” Glenn adds. “But it was worth it.” Would they have a home birth again? “Absolutely,” they say in unison. Sandra Gordon is a freelance writer.
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C-Sections explained When I was pregnant, having a cesarean section was the last thing I wanted. But I had no choice: When my baby’s heart rate slowed, and I had failed to progress ... after 17 hours of labor, I was whisked into the operating room. (please turn the page)
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y experience isn’t unusual: 30 percent of all babies in the U.S. are delivered by C-section — the most ever, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. What’s propelling the trend? For one, fewer women who’ve already had a C-section are having vaginal births, known as VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean delivery). Technology is also a factor. With the advent of fetal heart rate monitoring during labor, obstetricians can see whether a baby is in distress. Doctors can also use ultrasound in the last weeks of pregnancy to predict whether a baby is too big to fit through Mom’s pelvis. And while vaginal births were once the norm for breech babies, most doctors now think they’re too risky. Whether you have a scheduled C-section or an emergency one, educating yourself will make the experience easier.
Can I choose a C-section if I’m scared of labor?
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Though more women are scheduling elective C-sections, experts advise against it if you’re doing it just to avoid the pain of labor. “There should be a medical reason for a scheduled C-section,” says Adelaide Nardone, M.D., an ob/gyn. “Choosing to have a C-section without justification is the wrong approach for women to take,” adds Kamel. “A vaginal birth is safer for the mom and baby when possible, because there is a much faster recovery time, and it’s best to avoid major surgery.”
Is a C-section automatic if you’re having multiples? It depends on how the babies are positioned in your uterus. “If the first baby’s head is positioned down toward the vagina, you could try a vaginal delivery with twins or triplets,” says ob/gyn John Larsen, M.D.
The biggest danger doctors worry about during a VBAC is uterine rupture — a potentially life-threatening tear in the uterus. A 2001 study found the risk of rupture during VBAC to be higher than previously thought, so fewer doctors are now performing VBACs. If your doctor offers them, evaluate your risk factors before making a decision, Larsen urges. Women who aren’t induced, have had only one C-section and are at least 18 months past their previous delivery have the lowest risk of rupture. With a VBAC, there’s also a small chance (five to 10 babies per 10,000 each year) of brain damage Do C-sections pose major health risks? or death to the baby. The pros: “Besides a faster recovery time, VBAC is It carries the same risks that are associated with any significant surgery: something to consider if you’re having your second child and want to have internal bleeding that may require a blood transfusion; surgical injuries to the more,” Larsen says. With multiple C-sections, surgery gets more difficult, bowel, bladder and other internal organs; blood clots; or uterine damage or and there’s an increased risk of chronic pelvic abdominal pain and numbinfection. ness developing at the incision site. Your doctor may schedule you for the surgery if you’re carrying multiples, or if your baby is breech, very large or has been diagnosed in utero with a birth defect or a placental abnormality. C-sections are also preferred if you’ve had pregnancy complications such as severe preeclampsia or if you’ve had a previous C-section. You might need to undergo an emergency C-section if, during labor, your baby shows signs of distress (such as elevated heart rate), your labor fails to progress or if you are running a fever.
Are C-sections safer for my baby than a vaginal birth?
What kind of recovery can I expect after a C-section?
“If there is real failure to progress with labor, or if the baby’s heart rate is a cause for concern, then it’s safer to have a C-section,” says Elena M. Kamel, M.D., an ob/gyn. Still, there are certain risks. “Babies who are born by C-section have a higher incidence of respiratory problems, possibly because they don’t pass through the birth canal, and so they miss out on the squeezing action that helps clear their lungs of amniotic fluid,” says Kamel.
A C-section requires a longer recovery time than a vaginal birth does. Typically, you’re in the hospital for three days instead of two and then lying low, doing minimal activity for several weeks while your incision heals, although you needn’t be bedridden. “Modern incisions are sewn up in such a way that there’s no danger that normal activity at home is going to pull them apart,” says Larsen. You can walk up and down the stairs and clean the house (even vacuum if you like), but to minimize muscle soreness, “don’t lift and strain,” he advises. At the six-week to two-month mark, you can go back to a work. “By three months post-surgery, you should be good as new and you can resume more rigorous activities such as playing tennis,” he says.
Does the surgery or the recovery hurt? Although you’re usually awake during a C-section, spinal anesthesia will ensure you’ll be completely numb and pain-free from the chest down. Expect to be sore after surgery; you may be given an IV narcotic pain reliever for 24 hours. You’ll likely be in the hospital for three days, and you’ll have to take it easy for several weeks while your incision heals.
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new parent services
International Childbirth Education Association
breastfeeding, childbirth & newborn services
396-4167
A Mother’s Place 342-5650 • thewomenshospital.com
Breast-feeding products and support services. Open Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
After Birth Care Doulas 573-7843 • doulas4u.com
800-624-4934 • icea.org
Referral for area childbirth educators and doulas.
Lactation Center and Boutique at MTMC In-hospital breast-feeding supply store with nursing bras and pump rentals. Open Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
La Leche League Davidson/Greater Nashville • 353-9596 Maury/Spring Hill • 302-3924 or 593-6004 Williamson • 465-8046 or 834-3287 Hermitage • 883-6823 or 477-9289 Wilson • 758-6710 lalecheleague.org
Mother, newborn and sibling care, breast/bottle feeding assistance, breast pump rentals, meal preparation, grocery shopping and light housekeeping.
Support and information for breast-feeding mothers.
American College of Nurse-Midwives 888-643-9433 • midwife.org
Classes for parents wishing to utilize the Lamaze technique during childbirth.
Locate local nurse-midwives and find information on midwifery.
Bradley Method Childbirth Educators 800-422-4784 • bradleybirth.com
Natural, partner-coached childbirth classes focusing on inward natural breathing and relaxation.
Breastfeeding Support • 880-2185
Lamaze Childbirth Educators 851-7779 • lamazenashville.com
McDoula 243-4830 • mcdoula.com
Prenatal and labor support and Christian-centered childbirth education.
Midwives Alliance of North America 888-923-6262 • mana.org Find local midwives.
Metro Public Health Department's program supporting breastfeeding mothers and their children.
New Mother’s Helper • 384-2331
International Cesarean Awareness Network 800-686-4226 • ican-online.org
Nine Months and Beyond • 877-365-6262 ninemonthsandbeyond.com
Information and support for women having C-sections and vaginal births after cesareans (VBAC).
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Support for new moms and their families.
Labor doula services, birth tub rentals, breast pump rental, lactation and birth plan consultations, Hypnobabies childbirth classes and more.
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Nurses for Newborns Foundation 313-9989 • nfnf.org
In-home nursing visits and positive parenting skill building for at-risk families.
Once Upon a Child • 790-8081 • ouac.com Breast pump sales, rentals and more.
Prep for Babes • prepforbabes.com
Breast-feeding training for expectant moms.
Pumps a Plenty • 834-6432
Ameda and Medela breast pumps and supplies for sale or rent.
Reeves-Sain Drug Store 896-5731 • reevessain.com
Nursing supplies and breast pumps.
Smile, Mommy! Diaper Service 469-2322 • smilemommy.com
Cloth diaper service in Davidson, Wilson and Williamson Counties.
Tennessee Office of Vital Records • 741-1763 http://health.state.tn.us/vr Keeps and provides birth records for the state.
child safety American Red Cross Cannon, Rutherford • 893-4272 midtnredcross.org Davidson, Sumner • 250-4300 Wilson • 444-5503 nashvilleredcross.org Williamson • 790-5785 williamsoncountyredcross.org
Instruction in CPR, first aid, safety and baby sitting.
Baby Safe Homes 975-8854 • babysafehomes.com
Home safety evaluations, product installation and more in Middle Tennessee.
Childcare Complaint Hotline • 800-462-8261 Service provided by the Tennessee Department of Human Services.
Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt 936-1000 • vanderbiltchildrens.com
Middle Tennessee's only children's hospital provides the most comprehensive pediatric, family centered care in the area. It's Web site includes health and safety information including car seat safety.
child-care checklist Use this checklist — from the American Academy of Pediatrics — as a useful guide when choosing child care. When visiting a child-care facility, ask the following: q Is the facility licensed or registered with the state? If so, ask to see a copy of the latest inspection reports. q Can you visit the facility during operating hours before registering your child? q Once your child is registered, will you be able to visit any time?
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q Is there a written daily schedule that includes all activities? q Is there indoor and outdoor play, and are children always supervised? q Are outdoor play areas free of sharp edges, pinch points, sharp rocks and ditches? q Is there impact-absorbing material in all play areas? q Is each child assigned to one caregiver who is primarily responsible for him?
q Is there a written discipline policy? q Is smoking banned from the facility? q Are there written policies for the care of sick or allergic children? q Will caregivers be able to give prescribed medication to your child? q Does a pediatrician or nurse serve as a consultant to the child-care program? q Do staff members have training in child development? q Do caregivers have up-to-date training and CPR certification? q How long have the supervisors and caregivers been employed there? What is the turnover rate? q Are there cubbies, lockers or other places to store children's personal belongings? q Are infants fed sitting up with an adult always present during meals and snacks? q Are there plenty of age-appropriate toys for all children?
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Consumer Product Safety Commission 800-638-2772 • cpsc.gov
Information on safety standards for cribs, toys, children’s products and recalls.
Department of Human Services (DHS) http://state.tn.us/humanserv
Children's health and welfare, amber alert information and more.
National Child Safety Council nationalchildsafetycouncil.org
Murfreesboro Medical Clinic OB/GYN Department 1004 N. Highland Ave., Ste. C, Murfreesboro 867-8030 • mmclinic.com
The new Healthy Woman to Healthy Mommy class is for women planning to become pregnant or moms-to-be early in their pregnancies. The class takes place on the first Tuesday every month from 6 - 7 p.m. and focuses on lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, testing during pregnancy, safe medications and more.
Information on keeping kids safe from predators, crime prevention and more.
Safety Store at Children's Hospital • 936-1869 Provides low-cost safety products like baby gates as well as resources and education. Car seat safety inspections available by appointment.
childbirth classes Find a list of local childbirth educators at parentworld.com. Click on "The Baby Guide."
Baptist Hospital Childbirth Center 2000 Church St., Nashville 284-2229 • baptisthospital.com/childbirth
Childbirth education (weekend and weekday); Play it Again childbirth refresher; Great Expectations: An Early Pregnancy Class; Comprehensive Breastfeeding; Preparing for a Cesarean Section; Brothers- and Sistersto-Be; Tots on Tour; Marvelous Multiples; prenatal/ postpartum water exercise; and infant and child CPR.
Hendersonville Medical Center 355 New Shackle Island Road Hendersonville 342-1919 • hendersonvillemedicalcenter.com Breastfeeding, Labor of Love, Newborn Care and a new siblings class.
Maury Regional Medical Center 1224 Trotwood Ave., Columbia 931-490-7046 • mauryregional.com
Baby Basics, labor, delivery, postpartum, breastfeeding, Just for Siblings, early pregnancy, refresher, Lamaze, comprehensive weekend class, infant CPR.
Middle Tennessee Medical Center 1700 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro 396-4502 • mtmc.org/childbirth
Bright Beginnings education program: Childbirth Education & Newborn Care (weekday and weekend), Breastfeeding Basics, Breastfeeding Works, Big Brothers- and Sisters-to Be, Siblings at Birth, Family and Friends CPR, Expectant Parents Tour, Childbirth Preparation & Newborn Care at Home.
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Breastfeeding, childbirth preparation, early pregnancy.
Nine Months and Beyond 877-365-6262 • ninemonthsandbeyond.com 2402 Felts Ave., Nashville Hypnobabies Childbirth class.
parent groups
Safe Kids of Cumberland Valley • 936-7656
The local affiliate of the national Safe Kids Campaign is led by Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. The mission is to prevent accidental childhood injury in ages 14 and younger.
Nashville General Hospital at Meharry 1818 Albion St., Nashville 341-4410 • nashville.org/hosp/general
fun, friendship, support Alternamamas • 416-0687
A support group for mothers of alternative parenting choices.
Food Allergy Moms foodallergymoms.webs.com
Meet and make new friends at this group for moms and children in Rutherford County who deal with food allergies.
MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) momsclub.org
Stay-at-home mothers offering play dates and other activities. Check Web site to find several local chapters.
Holistic Families Group • 812-8300
Moms HEART (Hearing Encouragement And Rejoicing Together) 661-7725
The Housewives & Babes of Williamson County 480-2378 http://sahm.meetup.com/2727
Mom's Life • 884-2169 tworivers.org/realmoms
Group for moms interested in natural health.
A playgroup for moms and housewives to meet with neighbors, enjoy moms’ nights out and more.
Mahogany Mothers • 278-4525 mahoganymothers@yahoo.com
A support group for stay-at-home moms of color that offers playgroups, moms' nights out and more.
Mighty Moms & Super Kids • 971-7119 mightymomsandsuperkids@yahoo.com
Support group offering encouragement and help to form lasting friendships and provide fun activities for the children.
Middle Tennessee Dads’ Group 370-1087 • nashdads.com
Stay-at-home dads and others meet every Tuesday with their children for playtime and more. Play groups organized through meetup.com.
Mocha Moms of Nashville mochamoms.org
Support group for stay-at-home mothers of color. Offers moms' nights out and more.
Mom Builders 371-1000
Monthly meetings for moms to find encouragement and make new friends. Child care provided.
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Mothers of newborns - PreK children in Franklin meet on the second Monday each month, September - May.
Offers encouragement to mothers of children of all ages while providing an environment to build strong relationships with each other in a Christian environment.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) mops.org
Moms with children from birth through kindergarten meet for fun, friendship, learning, discussions and crafts. Visit Web site for various local chapters.
Murfreesboro Parents of Multiples 424-5415
Support for parents who have or who are expecting multiples in Rutherford County.
Parents of Twins and Triplets Organization 888-870-1183 • nashpotato.org Support for multiple births through an exchange of ideas, experiences, resources and other information.
Tennessee Moms of Rutherford County mborosmomsclub.homestead.com
Support group that offers moms’ nights out, holiday parties, field trips and more for mothers and their children.
Northcrest Medical Center 100 NorthCrest Drive, Springfield 384-1600 • northcrest.com
Labor of Love, Breastfeeding Basics, First Aid/CPR and Brothers- and Sisters-to-Be classes.
Push Childbirth Education 1400 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., #112, Nashville 497-7527 • pushchildbirth.com
Group and private classes cover topics like creating a birth plan, labor support, comfort/relaxation techniques, breastfeeding, nutrition/healthy lifestyle and more.
International Cesarean Awareness Network 800-686-4226 • ican-online.org
Please see listing under "Breastfeeding, Childbirth & Newborn Services."
Junior League Family Resource Center 936-2558 • vanderbiltchildrens.com/frc
Located inside the Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, the center provides information to families and caregivers of chronically ill children or children with disabilities.
La Leche League
Please see listing under "Breastfeeding, Childbirth & Newborn Services."
March of Dimes Tennessee Chapter 399-3200 • marchofdimes.com/tennessee
Offers support for families of premature babies and works to improve the health of all babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.
Stonecrest Medical Center 200 StoneCrest Blvd., Smyrna 342-1919 • stonecrestmedical.com
Birth & Beginnings, Siblings are Special, breastfeeding.
Summit Medical Center 5655 Frist Blvd., Hermitage 342-1919 • summitmedicalcenter.com
Breastfeeding, Labor of Love, sibling classes.
Sumner Regional Medical Center 555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin 866-342-0324 • sumner.org
Prepared childbirth and newborn care, breastfeeding and Safe Sitter classes.
University Medical Center 1411 Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon 444-8262, ext. 2563 universitymedicalcenter.com Prepared childbirth, breastfeeding.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center 1221 22nd Ave. S., Nashville 936-1414 • mc.vanderbilt.edu
Childbirth, Newborn Care, Breastfeeding, Sibling.
Williamson Medical Center 4321 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin 791-CARE • williamsonmedicalcenter.org
Breastfeeding, Brothers- and Sisters-to-Be, childbirth education series (includes nutrition and newborn care).
The Women’s Hospital at Centennial 2221 Murphy Ave., Nashville 342-1919 • thewomenshospital.com
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car seat know-how
uckle up the tots, folks! The Tennessee Child Restraint Law has specific requirements in place to ensure the safety of all child passengers. It is a parent or caregiver’s responsibility to make sure that the guidelines are followed. Anyone not following the rules can be fined $50 per violation. Make sure you know what’s required to keep your tiniest passengers as safe as possible. Here is what Tennessee requires: Infants — A child between 0 and 1 year old and weighing less than 20 pounds must be in an infant-only or rear-facing convertible car seat facing backward in the backseat of the vehicle. The harness straps must be at or below shoulder level. Toddlers — Children older than 1 year and weighing 20 - 40 pounds must be in a forward-facing convertible car seat in the back seat of the vehicle. Harness straps should be at or above shoulder level.
Another Time Around Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, Infant CPR/Safety, Just for Me Sibling Class (ages 4 - 8), Labor of Love Childbirth Preparation, Newborn Care, Sibling Stroll (ages 2 - 3) and Grandparents Class.
Young Children — Ages 4 - 8 weighing more than 40 pounds and measuring less than four feet, nine inches in height must be facing forward in the back seat of the vehicle in a belt-positioning booster seat. The booster must be used with both lap and shoulder belts. The lap belt must fit snugly across the hips/upper thigh area, and the shoulder belt should fit snugly across the shoulder and mid-chest for maximum safety.
support groups & miscellaneous
Ages 9 to 12 — Kids this age are required by law to ride in the backseat and use the seatbelt. Ages 13 and older may ride in the front using a sealbelt.
Attachment Parenting International 298-4334 • attachmentparenting.org
Strengthening family attachment through education, support, advocacy and research.
Breastfeeding Support • 880-2185
Please see listing under "Breastfeeding, Childbirth & Newborn Services."
Make sure that you’ve selected the proper safety restraint for your child’s age, weight and height. A properly installed car seat should not move more than one inch in any direction. If you are having trouble installing your child’s car seat, seek the help of a professional at any of the area’s car seat inspection sites. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt performs free car seat safety inspections throughout the year. For dates and locations, visit vanderbiltchildrens.com and click on "Safe Children" under the "Child Health and Safety" tab. Source: vanderbiltchildrens.com
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Nashville Birth Network 530-6459 • nashvillebirthnetwork.org
Free monthly meetings to promote awareness of mother-friendly maternity care.
New Mother's Helper • 384-2331
Please see listing under "Breastfeeding, Childbirth & Newborn Services."
Parent Pathway • 383-0994 • pcat.org 24-hour help line: 800-356-6767
Free support for families of newborns to 5 years, operated in conjunction with Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee.
Parents Reaching Out 646-1796
Support for parents enduring high-risk pregnancies or those with infants in intensive care.
Postpartum Support International 800-944-4773 • postpartum.net
Promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of maternal mental health issues related to childbearing worldwide. Provides local resource information for women with perinatal mood disorders.
Tennessee's Early Intervention System (TEIS) 800-852-7157 • tn.gov/education/teis A voluntary educational program for families with children ages birth through 2 years with disabilities or developmental delays.
outings library storytimes Visit parentworld.com and click on the "Calendar" tab to locate a complete list of library storytimes for children of all ages. The following storytimes are especially for babies:
Bellevue Public Library • 862-5854 library.nashville.org 650 Colice Jeanne Road, Nashville • Wed at 10 a.m.
Bethesda Public Library • 790-1887 lib.williamson-tn.org 4905 Bethesda Road, Thompson's Station • Third Friday of the month at 10:30 a.m.
Brentwood Public Library • 371-0090 brentwood-tn.org/library 8109 Concord Road, Brentwood
• Sat at 10:30 a.m. (although this is an all ages storytime, it is popular among moms and babies)
Gallatin Public Library • 452-1722 gallatinlibrary.org 123 E. Main St., Gallatin • Wed at 9:45 a.m.
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Hermitage Branch Library • 880-3951 library.nashville.org 3700 James Kay Lane, Hermitage • Tue at 1 p.m.
La Vergne Public Library • 793-7303 lavergne.org 5063 Murfreesboro Road, La Vergne • Fri at 10 a.m.
Madison Public Library • 862-5868 library.nashville.org 610 Gallatin Pike S., Nashville • Mon at 10:30 a.m.
Nashville Public Library • 862-5785 library.nashville.org 615 Church St., Nashville
• Tue and Wed at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.
Smyrna Public Library • 459-4884 linebaugh.org 400 Enon Springs Road W., Smyrna • Fri at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Williamson County Public Library 595-1244 • lib.williamson-tn.org 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin
• Fourth Friday of each month at 10 a.m.
music, movement & play Baby Signs babysigns.com
Learn sign language with your baby. Find instructors in Davidson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson Counties at the Web site.
Elite Energy Gymnastics 890-6611 • eliteenergygymnastics.com
Mpact Gymnastics 377-3444 • mpactgymnastics.com
An age appropriate development and movement parent/tot class for ages 18 months - 3 years old.
Music Together Davidson: 452-6172 Sumner: 973-6554 Williamson: 730-6971 musictogether.com
International research-based early childhood music and movement program.
Music with Mommie musicwithmommie.com
Starting at 5 months, your baby can enjoy high energy music and movement times in Bellevue, Nolensville, Brentwood, Hendersonville, Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Spring Hill or Columbia.
My Gym Brentwood • 371-5437 my-gym.com/brentwood Hendersonville • 824-8002 my-gym.com/hendersonville
Bring your 4-month-old baby (or older baby) for stretches, exercises, infant songs and dancing.
Tri-Star Gymnastics 776-8333 • tristargymnastics.net
A movement and coordination program for children ages 18 months - 3 years with attention focused upon coordination, spacial awareness, development of listening and large motor skills.
strolling Get exercise and meet other moms and tots at these locations: Stroller Strides offers classes in numerous locations in MIddle Tennessee at various times. Visit strollerstrides. net to locate a class near you.
Start your infant off with a class like Tumble Tots starting at 12 months.
Rutherford County
Gymboree Play & Music 221-9004 • gymboreeclasses.com
Strollercoasters (Free!) is a program of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation. It runs through mid November and resumes in the spring at various parks and trail heads throughout the city. Call 893-2141 or visit murfreesborotn.gov/parks for more information.
Stimulating developmental play and music programs for newborns and older.
Kindermusik kindermusik.com
Newborns and older can delight in music, movement and early socialization. Visit the Web site to find a class location near you.
Let It Shine Franklin: 369-3547 Spring Hill: 931-486-0410 letitshinegym.com
Mom and child movement classes are fun for ages 12 months and older.
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Williamson County Free Walking Club for all ages, including moms with strollers, takes place Mon, Wed and Fri at 9 a.m. at Brenthaven Church, 516 Franklin Road in Brentwood. Call 373-4826 for more information.
Find a complete list of area parks and playgrounds at parentworld.com. Click on "Directories."
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Spring Hill (615) 302-1279 Terri White, MD Kristin Kight, FNPBC
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Find local maternity shops online at parentworld.com; click on The Baby Guide!
specialty baby shops
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Davidson County
Po Po Cool Kid Stuff 4017 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 309-A, Nashville 269-6964 • popocoolkidstuff.com
Babies R Us 2205 Gallatin Pike N., Madison • 855-3773 5731 Nolensville Road, Nashville • 781-2229 babiesrus.com
RiverGate Mall 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville 859-3456 • rivergate-mall.com
New and consigned children's clothing, shoes, accessories and more.
Infant clothing, baby gear, nursery items, strollers, toys and more.
Toys, baby gear, collectibles and more.
Carter's, The Children’s Place, Gymboree, Justice and OshKosh B'gosh.
Baby Depot at Burlington Coat Factory 719 Thompson Lane, Nashville 385-9455 • burlingtoncoatfactory.com
Snap Kids 4027 Hillsboro Road, Ste. 702, Nashville 460-7627 • snapkids.net
The Green Wagon 1100 Forrest Ave., Nashville • 891-1878 thegreenwagon.com
Rutherford County
Baby clothes, furniture and gear.
Offers a variety of "green" baby necessities like crib mattresses, infant clothing, skin-care products, books, all-natural teethers and more.
Helen’s Children’s Shop 4102 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville 292-3576 • helenschildrensshop.com
Boys and girls clothing sizes infant and up, stuffed baby items and toys.
Jake’s House 4017 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 304, Nashville 298-1800 • jakeshouse.net
“Life is Good” clothing from sizes 0 - 3 months and older, bibs, blankets and more.
Lizards and Lace A Children’s Boutique 136 Main St., Goodlettsville 859-5225 • lizardsandlace.com
Infant clothing, gifts, shoes, bags and more.
The Mall at Green Hills 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville 298-5478 • themallatgreenhills.com
Baby Gap, Gap Kids, Gymboree, Janie and Jack, Juicy Couture and Pottery Barn Kids.
Nature's Greenlife 891-2203 • naturesgreenlife.com
One hundred percent organic crib mattresses, bedding and more. Call for appointment in Green Hills showroom.
Infant and toddler clothing, baby toys and an oldfashioned photo booth.
2 Cute! 544 N. Thompson Lane, Ste. A, Murfreesboro 893-1818 • 2cuteonline.com
Designer diaper bags, blankets, gifts and more. Also offers monogramming. 2 Cute! Kids is also now open in Ste. D for accessories, games, toys and more.
The Avenue Murfreesboro 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro 893-4207 • theavenuealist.com
Carter’s, The Children’s Place, Gymboree, Justice, Old Navy, Osh Kosh B’Gosh and Toodles.
Babies R Us 2075 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro 217-3306 • babiesrus.com
Infant clothing, baby gear, nursery items, strollers, toys and more.
Reeves-Sain Drug Store 1801 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro 896-5731 • reevessain.com
Offers children's clothing in sizes newborn and older, toys, gifts, embroidery and more.
Stones River Mall 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro 896-4486 • stonesrivermall.com Baby Gap and Gap Kids.
This Little Piggy Children's Apparel & Gifts 109 E. Main St., Murfreesboro 962-8279 • thislittlepiggymboro.webs.com
Pattycake 2141 Bandywood, Nashville • 383-1322
Offers new and consigned clothing for infants and older as well as specialty clothing items, toys and more.
Plaid Rabbit 2164 Bandywood Drive, Nashville • 298-2323
Toodles at The Avenue Murfreesboro 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Ste. 1550 Murfreesboro • 907-5022 toodlesboutique.com
Infant clothing, gifts, shoes and more.
Furniture, bedding, gifts, clothing, accessories and more.
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Infant clothing, Onesies, diaper bags, and more. Also offers monogramming and custom personalization.
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Polka Dots & Pigtails 153 Witherspoon Ave., Gallatin 989-1671 • polkadotsnpigtails.com
The Streets of Indian Lake 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville streetsofindianlake.com
The Children’s Place, Gymboree and Justice.
Zoe & Friends 206 N. Anderson Lane, Ste. 103 Hendersonville 264-6722 • zoeandfriends.net
Children’s clothing in sizes preemie and up, shoes, gifts, toys and more.
Williamson County The Changing Times Leiper's Fork Galleria 4208 Old Hillsboro Road, Ste. 2, Franklin 310-5723 • thechangingtimes.com
Cloth diapers, swim diapers, shoes, toys, natural parenting accessories and more.
Coco Bonbons 782 Old Hickory Blvd., Ste. 113, Brentwood 313-8800 • cocobonbons.com
Infant and children's clothing, swim wear and more.
Cool Springs Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin 771-2128 • coolspringsgalleria.com
The Children’s Place, Gap Kids, Gymboree, Janie and Jack, Justice and Strasburg Children.
For Every Child 111 Fifth Ave. N., Franklin • 790-6426
Preemie and infant clothing, baby gifts, special occasion dresses, accessories and more.
Giggles 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood • 371-2333
Infant clothing, accessories, baby gift registry and more.
It's Vintage, Baby 234 Public Square, Franklin 465-2166 • itsvintagebaby.com
Vintage and heirloom quality clothing and accessories for infants and children.
The Little Cottage at The Factory 230 Franklin Road, Ste. 11-R, Franklin 794-1405 • thelittlecottagefactory.com
Children's clothing in size 0 - 14 for boys and 0 - 16 for girls. The Little Cottage also has a toy store located at The Factory (Ste. 11-J).
Plaid Rabbit 443 Cool Springs Blvd., Ste. 120, Franklin 298-2323
Matthew Perkins, M.D. • Joshua McCollum, M.D. Mitchell Pullias, M.D. • Felisa Gilbert, M.D. Heather Phillips, M.D.
Infant clothing and accessories.
Ragamuffin Shoppe 443 Cool Springs Blvd., # 115, Franklin 771-5151 • ragamuffinshoppe.com
741 President Place, Suite 200 - Smyrna
Preemie and infant clothing, plus accessories.
(615) 459-7104
Spruce 7028 Church St. East, Ste. 101, Brentwood 370-0607 • spruceliving.net
tnmedpeds.com
1747 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 100 - Murfreesboro
Baby bedding, infant clothing, blankets, shoes and more.
USA Baby & Kids 370 Williamson Sqaure, Franklin 595-5565 • usababyfranklin.com
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Baby furniture, strollers, car seats, gliders, specialty items, accessories and more.
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Wilson County Children’s Place at Providence Marketplace 301 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Ste. 555, Mt. Juliet 773-8160 • childrensplace.com
like a baby.
Infant clothing, plus accessories.
Prime Outlets at Lebanon One Outlet Village Blvd., Lebanon 444-0433 • primeoutlets.com
Carter’s, The Children’s Place, Gap Outlet and Gymboree Outlet.
consignment
615-891-2203
NaturesGreenLife.com
100% Chemical Free, Organic Mattresses, Bedding, Furniture & more.
Designer Finds in the Gallery at Green Hills 2210 Crestmoor Road, Nashville 279-1994 • designerfinds.biz
Designer clothes on consignment for infants, bedding and small accessories.
Kid to Kid 95 Seaboard Lane, Brentwood 309-0903 • brentwood.kidtokid.com
Voted #1 Pediatricians 11 Years in a Row.
Gently used clothing, toys and more.
Little Ones ‘N’ Reruns 235 E. Main St., Hendersonville • 826-7050
FULL RANGE OF SERVICES
New and consigned clothing and accessories.
• 7 Board Certified Physicians, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners • Weekend and Evening Appointments • Prescriptions Filled in Our Office • Easy Access On-line Services • Developmental Screenings • Expectant Parent Classes • New Mom’s Handbook • “Is Your Child Sick” On-line Reference
Once Upon A Child 5364 Mount View Road Antioch • 731-7409 242 Watson Glen Shopping Center Franklin • 790-8081 1734 W. Northfield Blvd. Murfreesboro • 907-0500 ouac.com
Consignment clothing sizes newborn and older, furniture, accessories, toys and equipment.
The Rocking Horse 402 W. Northfield Blvd., #A, Murfreesboro 867-0339
www.pediatricsoffranklin.com
615.790.3200
Pre-owned children’s clothing from newborn to size 12 as well as toys and more.
570 Baker’s Bridge Ave. • Franklin, TN 37067
The Secret Garden 114 W. Main St., Gallatin • 206-0027
Pre-owned children’s clothing, furniture and more.
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Britax; britaxusa.com
$499.99 (stroller) and $149.99 (bassinet) Out and about with your baby is easier with the B•READY stroller. It’s unique feature allows it to convert from a single child to a two-child system using any combination of Britax seats, bassinets or infant car seats in 14 possible configurations to suit a growing family. It comes complete with adjustable five-point harness straps, multi-position recline, canopy and full suspension for a smooth ride. Let baby sleep at ease while strolling him around with the B•READY Bassinet that easily attaches to the stroller.
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Comfort & Harmony Portable Swing
Bright Starts; brightstarts.com $69.99
Adjustable swing folds up easily for quick transportation when needed — or to store out of the way. Recline Baby, set it to one of the six speed and watch him enjoy his time listening to six different tunes. You can even set a timer for how long Baby swings.
3 Vented Glass Bottles Gift Set 5 InGenuity Playard BornFree; newbornfree.com
Bright Starts; brightstarts.com
$44.99
$99.99
This gift set is perfect for new parents as it includes three five-ounce and two nine-ounce glass bottles, five level one nipples and two level two nipples. The bottles are 100 percent Bisphenol-A (BPA) free and are equipped with no-leak valves.
A portable pack-n-play that has a built-in, removable bassinet that also slightly inclines to help comfort even the fussiest of babies. It’s easy to set up and break down and has a changing table that folds over out of the way and a storage shelf that attaches to the end.
Hands-Free 4 Freestyle Breastpump
70 6 Marathon Convertible Car Seat
$379.99
$279.99
Medela; medelafreestyle.com Nursing mothers can get more work done with this breastpump’s hands-free aspect — it’s small, lightweight pumping device can strap to your waist for ease and comfort around the house. This unique breastpump also has a built-in, programmable memory so that you can set it to your most comfortable pumping pattern every time. The 2-Phase Expression technology allows the “stimulation” and “expression” modes to mimic those of a baby nursing, for faster, easier milk flow.
Britax; britaxusa.com
Allows children to sit lower and has the patentpending Britax SafeCell Technology — which is designed to compress in the event of a crash to lower the center of gravity and counteract the forward rotation of the seat. It is also reinforced with steel bars. A safer, more comfortable way to travel with your little one. Enter our random drawing to win one by logging in to parentworld.com and clicking on “Giveaways” under the “Activities” tab.
Find exclusive online reviews of several other baby products like mamaRoo Infant Seat, VoiceQuilt, Little Giraffe and more. Go to parentworld.com and click on “The Baby Guide.” — products reviewed by Kiera Ashford
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www.SouthernPeds.com 615-778-1840
Dr. Morel, Dr. Davis & Dr. Hughes
www.greenhillspeds.com
385-1451
4322 Harding Pike, Suite 229 Nashville, TN 37205
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Affinity Healthcare’s
kids
health first Walk-in hours Same-day appointments Pediatric House Calls Certified Nurse Midwives for pregnancy & women’s health Southern Hills Medical Center 393 Wallace Road, Bldg A 303 Skyline Medical Office Plaza 3443 Dickerson Pike, Suite 420 Call (615) 868-6115 or visit www.affinitynashville.com
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Therapy Systems
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BAPTIST HOSPITAL CHILDBIRTH CENTER
2000 Church St., Nashville 284-2229 • baptisthospital.com/childbirth
HENDERSONVILLE MEDICAL CENTER
355 New Shackle Island Road Hendersonville • 338-1000 hendersonvillemedicalcenter.com
MAURY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
1224 Trotwood Ave., Columbia 931-381-1111 • mauryregional.com
MIDDLE TENNESSEE MEDICAL CENTER
1700 Medical Center Pkwy. Murfreesboro 396-4502 • mtmc.org/childbirth
NASHVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL AT MEHARRY
1818 Albion St., Nashville 341-4000 • nashville.org/hosp/general
NORTHCREST MEDICAL CENTER
100 NorthCrest Drive, Springfield 384-2411 • northcrest.com
STONECREST MEDICAL CENTER
200 StoneCrest Blvd., Smyrna 768-2000 • stonecrestmedical.com
SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTER
5655 Frist Blvd., Hermitage 316-3000 • summitmedicalcenter.com
Births per year
7,000
700
1,700
2,500
1,250
950
1,300
1,560
Labor, Delivery and Recovery (LDR) or Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum room (LDRP)
IV Required
LDR
doctor’s discretion
LDRP
doctor’s discretion
LDR
LDR
LDR
doctor’s discretion
doctor’s discretion
doctor’s discretion
LDRP
doctor’s discretion
LDRP
doctor’s discretion
LDRP
doctor’s discretion
24-Hour In-House Anesthesia
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Certified Lactation Consultant
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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Neonatology Services
What's New and Additional Features
Level IIIb
New childbirth classes include early pregnancy and preparing for a C-section; new online registration for classes; free tours every Mon and Wed; spacious birthing rooms; new postpartum rooms/nursery/ NICU; high-rish pregnancy care; lactation boutique; free 15-minute massage; "birth" day party; free e-newsletter.
Level IIa
Childbirth education, newborn care and breastfeeding classes; familycentered care; mother/infant couplet care.
Level IIb
Family-centered childbirth and breast-feeding education programs taught by certified instructors; breastfeeding support in house and outpatient; flexible rooming-in policy; infant CPR; newborn photography.
Level IIb
New, larger labor, delivery and postpartum rooms; new NICU and nursery; free e-newsletter; high-risk care; extensive education; flexible rooming-in; lactation boutique; massage services; "birth" day celebration; professional photography; room-service dining.
Level IIb
Family-centered care; bilingual childbirth and breastfeeding education programs; flexible rooming-in option; mother-to-mother community support.
Level IIa
Childbirth, breastfeeding and sibling classes taught by certified childbirth educators; certified lactation consultants available with boutique for supplies and pump rental.
Level IIa
Family-centered childbirth education programs; state-of-the-art LDRPs; photography; room service for patients.
Level IIb
Childbirth education classes include early pregnancy, Labor of Love, breastfeeding, sibling support groups and Mom Talk.
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Births per year
Labor, Delivery and Recovery (LDR) or Labor, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum room (LDRP)
IV Required
24-Hour In-House Anesthesia
SUMNER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
850
LDR
doctor’s discretion
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LDR
patient's choice/ doctor’s discretion
555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin 452-4210 • sumner.org
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
750
1411 Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon 443-2563 universitymedicalcenter.com
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER 1221 22nd Ave. S., Nashville 322-5000 • mc.vanderbilt.edu
WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER
1,380
4321 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin 435-6025 williamsonmedicalcenter.org
THE WOMEN’S HOSPITAL AT CENTENNIAL 2221 Murphy Ave., Nashville 342-1000, 342-1919 (MedLine) thewomenshospital.com
3,200
3,200
LDR
LDR
LDR
doctor’s discretion
doctor’s discretion
doctor’s discretion
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Additional Features
Level IIa
Childbirth education; breastfeeding education; Safe Sitter classes; flexible rooming-in policy.
Level IIa
Free childbirth and breastfeeding classes taught by certified instructors; roomingin or 24-hour staffed newborn nursery available; complimentary room service for parents; family-centered care.
Level IIIc
The Middle Tennessee Regional Perinatal Center features delivery services from midwifery to advanced maternal-fetal care. Hydrotherapy tub, newborn emergency ground and air transport services and pediatric subspecialty medical, cardiac and surgical services. Breastfeeding support, pump rentals and supplies.
Level IIb
Personalized care; all staff trained in neonatal resuscitation; sibling and breastfeeding classes; certified childbirth education; flexible rooming in; 24-hour staffed newborn nursery; daily certified lactation staff available.
Level IIIb
A new OB/GYN emergency is now open; family-friendly rooms and birthing options; OB ER staffed by obstetricians; renovated 60-bed NICU; 24-hour neonatology and OB coverage; mother/ infant couplet care; high-risk pregnancy unit; childbirth education; lactation supplies, breastfeeding support, rentals and consults.
neonatal intensive care unit (nicu) services key: Level I: Facility provides basic care for uncomplicated maternity and neonatal patients. Level IIa: Facility provides care for uncomplicated maternal and neonatal patients, and for patients with mild obstetric and neonatal illnesses who do not require specialized services. Level IIb: Facility is capable of managing more complex maternal and neonatal abnormalities such as deliveries prior to 34 gestational weeks, care of newborns requiring umbilical vessel catheters and protracted mechanical ventilation.
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Level IIIa: Can provide subspecialty care for patients with severe and complicated neonatal disorders; has the capability to provide sustained conventional mechanical ventilation and perform minor surgeries. Level IIIb: Provide comprehensive care for extremely low birth weight infants; can provide advanced respiratory support. Offers a full range of pediatric medical subspecialists. Level IIIc: Provides subspecialty care for patients with severe and complicated neonatal disorders. In addition to Level IIIb services, also offers prompt and onsite access to a full range of pediatric medical subspecialists, advanced imaging, and pediatric surgical specialists.
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Thank you for voting us Nashville’s best pediatric practice 7 years in a row! We pledge to continue to earn that trust one family at a time. Call 615-352-2990 or visit www.ohpa.com.
Voted Best Place
to Have a Baby in Nashville, 10 years straight.
We are honored to be voted Best Place to Have a Baby for the 10th year in a row. From our expert physicians and staff to the quality care we offer, we aim to provide you with comfort and support so you can focus on your new arrival. The amenities our program offers are there to support you through early pregnancy, delivery and beyond: • • • • •
Free parent email program A wide range of childbirth education classes A free 15-minute postpartum massage In-room dining Expert photography
We want your experience to be the best possible. Visit us online to see our new class offerings and tour schedule. Let our faith be your strength.
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