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BABY WORLD The Middle Tennessee Birthing Guide and local resources for new and expectant parents.
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Baby Sun Safety • Babies 6 - 12 months can have sunscreen: Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher which protects against UVA and UVB rays • Keep sunscreen in your diaper bag • Apply 30 minutes before going outside and reapply every two hours or after swimming • Don't forget hats and sunglasses • Follow directions from Infant Sun Safety above
Infant Sun Safety • Infants 0 - 6 months should be kept out of the sun • Infant skin is too sensitive for sunscreen • Use removable mesh window shields in cars to protect Baby • Take walks before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. and use a protective cover • Dress your infant in lightweight clothing that covers arms and legs • Choose a wide-brimmed hat. Infants who wear hats during the first few months will get used to having them on
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eware that trickster the sun as our Tennessee weather transitions from spring to summer. Even when it's cool and breezy outside, sun exposure can damage a little one's skin quickly, and that stands for the shade, too. Purchase a big bottle of SPF 30 sunscreen or higher and slather it on babies ages 6 months and older. "Children should not be getting sunburned at any age, especially since there is a range of very effective sun protection methods that can be used," says Perry Robbins, M.D., president of the Skin Cancer Foundation. With Baby protected — and with your due diligence — you can enjoy the outdoors together throughout the spring and summer. (please turn the page)
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KEPI SUPPORT SWADDLE shopkepi.com | $82 Baby's hips stay relaxed and are allowed natural leg movement in this support swaddle featuring the Kepi Support Spoon, which is inserted into the back pocket of the swaddle to protect your newborn's head, neck and spine. It makes for ease and comfort when others hold Baby, too.
BUBZI CO. SLEEP SOOTHING OWL bubzico.com $29.97 Help soothe Baby to sleep with this cute owl that plays 10 different lullabies and features a soft starlight projector. It turns off after 30 minutes, so no worry about battery life. It's more than eight inches tall, too!
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VERILUX HAPPYLIGHT TOUCH LED LIGHT THERAPY LAMP verilux.com | $119.95 This lightweight, portable LED therapy lamp delivers an intense 10,000 lux for better energy, mood, focus and sleep ... we can all use that! Four adjustable settings provide 15 - 60 minutes of light. Use it daily for a balanced lifestyle.
Keep an eye on Baby with the VIZIÖ ($149.99) digital baby monitor. It features automatic night vision, zoom functions, eight lullabies and a night light. In addition, it's also equipped with four alerts — low and high room temperature, low battery, out of range and baby feeding. The two-way radio lets you talk to Baby, too. Remove allergens from the air for Baby's better breathing with the PÜRE 3-IN-1
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COVERED GOODS: THE ORIGINAL FOUR-IN-ONE COVER coveredgoods.com | $34.99 It's an infinity scarf, nursing cover, car seat cover and shopping cart cover all in one! The super stretchy and light material is soft and has many uses.
rompandroost.com | $218 This oversized playpen is perfect for your set of twins! The removable divider allows you to create one large play space or two separate spaces for either individual play or sleep time. Collapses for easy travel.
binxybaby.com | $49.95 The simple-to-use seat clips onto most shopping carts, allowing you to place items under Baby while you shop. When you're done, the seat folds up and easily tucks into a diaper bag. It's a safe and secure place for Baby while out and about. You can even strap your infant carrier into it!
Create a soft light show on the wall or ceiling with the CIELÖ ($32.99) including two projection themes (soothing sea and starry night). It features 12 sounds including 10 lullabies, one nature sound and one heartbeat sound gently soothe Baby to sleep.
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As you start collecting books for Baby's little library, you'll need a colorful bookshelf to hold them all. This PAW Patrol-themed bookshelf features four shelves, graphics of everyone’s favorite canines (Chase, Marshall and Zuma) on the sides. It's also made of engineered wood with a durable and easy-to-clean finish. It's easy to assemble, too.
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CHICCO NEXTFIT IX ZIP AIR+ CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT chiccousa.com | $389.99 The newest in Chicco's car seat line boasts quick, easy installation. The latch feature and tightening strap makes the seat extremely tight in your vehicle and secure on Baby. Elevated airflow channels on the breathable backrest improves ventilation, and the seat pad zips off easily for machine washing.
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EXPECTING
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BECAUSE NOT EVERY BABY DELIVERY IS A WALK IN THE PARK — HERE'S A ROUNDUP OF THE TOOLS YOU MAY SEE. BY KIERA ASHFORD
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here it is. Your first real contraction. Your instincts tell you it's go time. You rush out the door heading to the hospital. You're ready for this. You know what to expect ... you think. But what if your doctor needs assistance with the delivery. What then? "Today I see patients desiring less intervention and a more natural birthing process," says John H. Wilters, M.D., department chair of TriStar Centennial Women’s Hospital OBGYN. All the norm now? Babies moving in with Mom and getting skin to skin right after delivery no matter if Baby arrives vaginally or via C-section. Also, waiting for labor rather than being induced at 39 weeks and using a labor coach. Everyone wants healthy babies and healthy moms. While everyone hopes for a typical delivery, Wilters says each woman and baby is unique and vitals change because of that. Sometimes delivery tools are necessary. (please turn the page)
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YOUR GUIDE TO
DELIVERY ROOM TOOLS MONITORING BABY "Monitoring your baby’s heart during labor and measuring the intensity and frequency of contractions is standard of care in the United States," says Wilters. It's monitored with an external monitor that rests on your belly. However, Wilters says there are some instances when an obstetrician (or midwife) can't determine the baby’s heart rate pattern (how well the baby is doing in labor) with this device and may discuss with you their desire to place a very thin electrode (fetal scalp electrode) on the baby’s scalp while in utero. In addition to the external monitor, Centennial also has the Novii monitor, an external wireless monitor that helps to monitor the infant of women who desire more mobility during labor. These monitors improve the ability to monitor women who have a higher Body Mass Index (BMI). The hospital also has a variety of labor balls and peanut balls to aid laboring moms with positioning.
WHILE IN LABOR When your doctor needs to get a fuller view of your cervix, he may use a speculum — like the ones used to perform gynecological exams — although these are rarely used during labor. If your physician decides your cervix isn't changing (the cervix is long and closed, not dilated), he may use a cervical ripening agent such as Cervidil, Oxytocin (pitocin) or Cytotec — which usually helps to dilate the cervix and jump start labor. Once your cervix is dilated, the decision to break your water may be made. An amniotic hook (amni hook) is used for this, and Wilters says breaking the water stimulates labor. Another item that may be used is a catheter. "Babies usually are hanging out in a uterus with lots of water surrounding them," says Wilters. "This is normal and needed during labor as the fluid helps to protect the umbilical cord during contractions." However, Wilters says that when there's minimal
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or no fluid in the uterus, a contraction can lead to a drop in the fetal heart rate resulting in fetal distress. This is when a small flexible catheter can be inserted into the uterine cavity to allow sterile saline to be infused. "This technique usually relieves the cord compression and allows labor to continue," he says. The catheter also measures the intensity and frequency of your contractions which isn't possible with an external device.
VACUUM, FORCEPS? Baby's birth is imminent, but you've been pushing for three hours with no success. You're exhausted, and your doctor determines you will need help. Wilters says this is when you're obstetrician (OB) may — or may not — discuss using a vacuum extractor or forceps. "The vacuum extractor is a flexible plastic cup that fits on the baby’s head," says Wilters. "When you push, the OB uses the extractor to assist in getting the baby to come out. A discussion of the risks and benefits of a vacuum extractor with your OB prior to labor is a good idea." Forceps are another tool Wilters says may be necessary. These large instruments with broad pincers are used to encircle the baby's head and assist with delivery. "Forceps are not used as much as they were years ago," says Wilters. Of course, you will see scissors for cutting the umbilical chord and possibly for an episiotomy. This is when an incision is made in the numbed (with xylocaine) perineum. Wilters says an episiotomy gives a little more room for the baby to come out and helps to prevent large, irregular lacerations to the perineum. "The episiotomy is easier to repair and heals better than a repair with multiple jagged lacerations," adds Wilters. Of course, discuss an episiotomy with your OB prior to delivery, too. "The better informed you are in this journey to delivery, the more productive your conversations with your OB will be," Wilters says. "Prenatal classes are good ways to gain knowledge — knowledge and understanding will decrease your stress level and that of your spouse," Wilters adds. Kiera Ashford is associate editor for this publication and mother of three ages 1, 7 and 11.
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DELIVERY ROOM TOOLS AMNIOTIC HOOK A plastic device that is used by the physician to rupture the amniotic sac. CATHETER A flexible tube that's inserted into the uterine cavity to infuse sterile saline for added fluid in the uterus. EXTERNAL FETAL MONITOR A monitor that's strapped to Mom's belly to keep track of the fetal heart rate. FORCEPS Instruments with broad pincers that can encircle the baby's head and assist in delivery. INTERNAL FETAL MONITOR A small wire that attaches to the infant's head to provide a more direct measurement of the fetal heart rate. LABOR/PEANUT BALLS Used to aid a laboring mom with positioning during labor. NOVII MONITOR An external wireless monitor that monitors the infant of women who wish to have more mobility during labor. SCISSORS Hand-operated shears for performing an episiotomy and for cutting the umbilical cord. SPECULUM An instrument used to open the vagina in order to visualize the cervix; not commonly used during labor. VACUUM EXTRACTOR A cup-shaped appliance for performing vacuum extraction in childbirth.
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2 KEYS TO CAR SEAT SAFETY Do your car seat homework and be ready to share your knowledge with anyone who transports your baby.
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ew parents, this is just straight up true: Car seats are a hassle to grapple with. What's the best car seat to buy for a newborn? Should you use a seatbelt or LATCH system? And what about installation? Just stick your knee into it real good and weigh it down, tighten the belt and basically pray to the car seat gods, right? Wait. This is your newborn we're talking about, and he's your top priority. In the hubbub of daily life, you need to slow down to get this car seat business right. The good news is, it's not as hard as it seems at first. From the time your baby is born, you simply track his height and weight as he grows and adjust your car seat strategy as you go. BUCKLING BABY IN First, get the car seat you want, but don't buy used unless you know where the seat's been and you have the manual. Second, when buying new (Baby Guide recommends this option), choose between a rear-facing only seat; a convertible seat that can be used when the child is 4 or younger; or a multimode which means it will also convert to a booster. Obviously, a seat that converts gives it more
lasting value and yet car seats can get worn and icky after months of use; you may end up buying a new one after a couple of years. Since The American Academy of Pediatrics advises parents to keep toddlers in rear-facing car seats until age 2 (or until they've exceeded the height and weight limit for the car seat), a rear-facing only seat for your newborn may be your best option. Lastly, know how to properly buckle your precious cargo in. Loosen the straps so you have room to put him in, buckle all the pieces and then retighten the straps. See guide opposite page for a handy breakdown on how to do it right.
INSTALLING THE CAR SEAT Car seats for infants are installed in the rearfacing position in the center rear seat. To successfully install your seat, read your manual and watch KNOW HOW TO FIT BABY a video guideline if INTO THE CAR SEAT it's not clear. Use the tether system, if possible. All child safety seats and cars made after 2002 are compatKNOW HOW TO INSTALL ible with the LATCH THE SEAT IN YOUR CAR system which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children. If your car is older than 2002 you can have it retrofitted. Once you've installed your seat, you can have it checked by a local technician.
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breastfeeding, childbirth & newborn services 13 and Co. 615-517-6157 • thirteenandco.weebly.com An ALPP-certified breastfeeding coaching service. An Everyday Miracle 615-305-5409 • aneverydaymiracle.com Twelve-week Bradley Method course. A Mother’s Place 615-342-5650 • tristarcentennial.com/service/ breastfeeding-support-lactation-boutique Breast-feeding products and support services through TriStar Centennial Hospital. A Sacred Delivery Birth Services 615-944-0456 • asacreddelivery.com Birth and post-partum doula services, childbirth education, birth photography and placenta encapsulation. American College of Nurse-Midwives midwife.org Locate local nurse-midwives and find midwifery info. Baby + Co. 3212 West End Ave., Ste. 100, Nashville 615-647-8220 • babyandcompany.com A boutique birthing center staffed by certified nurse midwives, nurses, educators and managers intended for healthy low-risk women. Childbirth education and preparation from pregnancy through delivery. Blessed Beginnings Birth Doula Services of Middle Tennessee 615-974-1677 • blessedbeginningstn.weebly.com Doula services, labor support, breast-feeding assistance and more. Available at hospitals, birthing centers and homes. Blissful Birthing TN 859-533-4667 • blissfulbirthingtn.com Doula services and childbirth information sessions.
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Bradley Method Childbirth Educators 800-422-4784 • bradleybirth.com Natural, husband-coached childbirth classes focusing on inward natural breathing and relaxation. Champ's Corner Store at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt 2200 Children's Way, Ste. 2125, Nashville 615-936-1869 • childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org/ champscornerstore Medela hospital-grade pumps are available for weekly or monthly rentals. Eden Birth 615-392-0577 • edenbirth.com Hypnobabies classes available all over Middle Tennessee. Good Births 615-969-9328 • goodbirths.com Pre-conception and early pregnancy education, doula support and Lamaze. La Leche League Hendersonville/Sumner • 615-714-9224 Hermitage/Wilson • 615-883-6823 or 615-745-9018 Nashville • 615-745-9018 or 931-308-9817 Rutherford • 423-433-7004 Spring Hill/Thompson's Station • 901-568-9202 Williamson • 615-830-0041 or 615-579-8019 llli.org Support and information for breast-feeding mothers. Mama Moon Birth Concierge 615-973-2377 • mama-moon.com Labor and postpartum doula services, prenatal massage, childbirth education, sophrology and more. McDoula 615-243-4830 • mcdoula.com Roots Childbirth Education class. Music City Doulas 615-208-4111 • musiccitydoulas.com Rock Your Birth, Birth Crash Course, Comfort Measures for Birth and Grandparents Class. Available in group, private and semi-private sessions, including in-home options with options you can customize. Nashville Birth and Babies 855-905-2229 • nashvillebirthandbabies.com Hynobabies childbirth education. Nashville Childbirth 615-370-5912 • nashvillechildbirth.com Bradley Method natural, husband-coached childbirth class. Transitions Childbirth transitionsbirthclass.com Four- and six-week partner-support-focused classes take place at Blooma Nashville and Baby + Co. Nashville Birth and Babies 855-905-2229 • nashvillebirthandbabies.com Certified birth doulas, breastfeeding education, lactation consultants, post-partum doulas, Hypnobabies and placenta encapsulation. Nashville Breastfeeding Coalition (NBC) nashvillebreastfeeding.org NBC's goals are to educate women about breastfeeding prior to delivery; remove hospital obstacles; help moms the first few days at home and more. Nashville Breastfeeding Support 615-880-2185 Metro Public Health Department's program. (continues on page 22)
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he looked a little creepy, but it was one of the coolest, most beautiful experiences of my pregnancy," says Lindsey Young, Nashville mom of 5-month-old Elina, recalling her 4D ultrasound experience in late 2017. Many parents are experiencing 4D ultrasounds. While they're elective (i.e., you pay) and they don't replace the medical 2D one you get from your obstetrician, 3D and 4D ultrasounds provide a unique way to get a detailed look at your infant in the womb. "By 32 weeks, I was so ready to see her face," Young says. "I had all these thoughts about who my baby was. The 4D let me put a face to my thoughts." Young says that Elina's dad, Landon, cried because he was able to see that the baby resembled him. While a 3D ultrasound is static, a 4D ultrasound happens in real time so it looks like video and you can see movement. Young chose a 15-minute experience with Nashville 4D Baby for $85 (30-minute or one-hour sessions are also available). Young was also given a CD with pictures and videos. Additional items like a teddy bear with a sound chip of Baby's heartbeat sewn inside are often available, too. The optimum time period for getting a 4D ultrasound is between 31 - 33 weeks. Young could see Elina sleeping, smiling and blowing bubbles. She says if you want the baby to be more active during your experience, "Drink lots of water beforehand, and eat or drink something sugary." — chad young
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breastfeeding-hotline.html A free helpline offering breast-feeding support and encouragement 24 hours a day.
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West End Women's Health Center 2611 West End Ave., Ste. 380, Nashville 615-936-5858 • westendmidwives.com Midwifery care during pregnancy and childbirth with delivery at Vanderbilt.
Moms of East Nashville facebook.com/groups/1588890631391486 Playdates, conversation, idea sharing and other gettogethers for moms on the east side.
Nashville Childbirth 615-370-5912 • nashvillechildbirth.com Bradley Method natural childbirth classes, doulas (labor and postpartum), baby care classes and more. NOVA Birth Services 615-669-6399 • mynovabirth.com Midwifery care, doula support, childbirth education, breastfeeding support, pre- and post-natal massage. Nurses for Newborns Foundation 615-313-9989 • nursesfornewborns.org Registered nurses make home visits for health-care assessments, education and positive parenting skills. Rutherford Breastfeeding Support Murfreesboro • 615-898-7880 Smyrna • 615-355-6175 A full-time lactation consultant is available for education, encouragement and support through the Rutherford County Department of Health. Sumner Breastfeeding Support Gallatin • 615-206-1100 Hendersonville • 615-824-0552 Portland • 615-325-5237 A full-time lactation consultant is available for education, encouragement and support through the Sumner County Health Department. Tennessee Breastfeeding Hotline 855-423-6667 tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/fhw/bf/
Wilson Breastfeeding Support Group 615-444-5325, ext. 1052 The Wilson County Health Department hosts a breastfeeding support group every week. Call to RSVP.
parent groups Baby + Co. New Moms Group 3212 West End Ave., Ste. 100, Nashville 615-647-8220 • babyandcompany.com Meet other new moms during expert-led weekly meetings with time for questions, support and discussions on new-parent topics. Babywearing International of Middle Tennessee bwiofmiddletn.com Local parents dedicated to the skill of babywearing and learning about different baby carriers. Meetings take place in Nashville and Murfreesboro. MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) momsclub.org Bellevue • bellevuemoms.org Brentwood meetup.com/MOMS-Club-of-Brentwood-2 East Nashville • momsclubeast.blogspot.com Hendersonville, Gallatin, Goodlettsville momsclubhendersonville.com Mt. Juliet/Lebanon • mtjulietmomsclub.org Murfreesboro North
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) mops.org Moms with children from birth through kindergarten meet for friendship, learning, discussions and crafts. More than 15 locations in Antioch, Brentwood, Dickson, Donelson, Franklin, Hendersonville, Hermitage, Manchester, Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Nashville, Nolensville, Smyrna, Springfield, Thompson's Station and White House. Murfreesboro Moms Meetup meetup.com/Murfreesboro-Moms-Meetup Support, friendship and play groups for moms in the 'Boro. Music City 20s Moms facebook.com/groups/661275643975869 For moms in their 20s (and 30s) looking for advice, playdates and more. Multiples of America multiplesofamerica.org Support and connection for parents of multiples. Groups in Nashville (Music City Multiples) and the 'Boro (Murfreesboro Parents of Multiples Club). NashDads nashdads.com Playgroup meets Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., plus occasional special outings and dads' night out events.
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Naturally Minded Moms of Middle Tennessee facebook.com/groups/612207638792487 This group is for moms in Middle Tennessee who are raising their families or interested in raising their families with a natural mindset. Rutherford County (TN) Area Moms cafemom.com/group/116415 Moms in Rutherford County can meet up to make new friends, set up play dates and more. Spring Hill Mommies meetup.com/Spring-Hill-Mommies Several scheduled activities and get-togethers for moms in Spring Hill.
miscellaneous Attachment Parenting International 615-828-9115 or 615-210-2143 attachmentparenting.org/group/nashville The Nashville chapter meets on the third Sunday of each month from 3 - 5 p.m. at Blakemore United Methodist Church. ICAN of Nashville icanofnashville.webs.com The Nashville chapter of the International Cesarean Awareness Network offers free monthly support and educational meetings. Junior League Family Resource Center 615-936-2558 • vanderbiltchildrens.com/frc The center provides information to families of chronically ill children or children with disabilities. March of Dimes Tennessee Chapter 615-399-3200 • marchofdimes.com/tennessee Premature baby support.
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Milk Bank Depot Nashville General Hospital 1818 Albion St., Nashville • 810-841-8644 TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center 355 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville 615-338-1710 TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center 200 StoneCrest Blvd., Smyrna • 615-768-2234 milkbank.org/donate-milk Via Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee, pre-approved donor mothers drop off frozen milk for testing and pasteurization. It is then made available for use in neonatal intensive care units to help vulnerable babies get better. Postpartum Support International 800-944-4773 • postpartum.net Provides local resource information for women with perinatal mood disorders. Tennessee's Early Intervention Services 615-532-7237 • tn.gov/education/teis A voluntary educational program for families with children birth through 2 years with disabilities or developmental delays. Tennessee Office of Vital Records 615-741-1763 • tn.gov/health/article/vr-certificate Keeps and provides birth records for the state.
baby safety American Red Cross Cannon, Rutherford • 615-893-4272 redcross.org/tn/murfreesboro Davidson, Sumner, Wilson • 615-250-4300 nashvilleredcross.org
Williamson • 615-790-5785 williamsoncountyredcross.org Instruction in CPR, first aid, child care and babysitting. Champ's Corner Store at Vanderbilt Children's Store: 615-936-1869 Appointment line: 615-936-7233 childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org Low-cost safety products, resources and education. Car seat safety inspections available by appointment. The Children's Hospital at TriStar Centennial 615-342-1000 • thechildrenshospitalnashville.com Pediatric ER, a neonatal intensive care unit and outpatient services. Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt 615-936-1000 • childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org Provides the most comprehensive pediatric, familycentered care in the area. Its website includes health and safety information, including car seat safety. Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center 615-435-5000 • williamsonmedicalcenter.org/kids Comprehensive inpatient pediatric and emergency care. Safe Baby 615-370-0850 • safebaby.com Custom baby proofing services include safety gates, hearth gates, cabinet latches/locks, electrical safety, bathroom safety and more. Safe Kids of Cumberland Valley 615-936-8222 • safekids.org The local affiliate of the national Safe Kids Campaign is led by Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. The mission is to prevent accidental childhood injuries.
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Gordon Jewish Community Center 801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville 615-356-7170 • nashvillejcc.org Water Babies is a parent/baby class for ages 6 - 18 months. Infant Swim Resources (ISR) infantswim.com The global leader in survival swimming lessons for infants and young children. Middle Tennessee has ISR instructors. Find one by entering your zipcode on the website. Nashville Dolphins 95 White Bridge Road, Nashville 615-866-9971 nashvilledolphins.org Swim program for children of all ages with special needs. YMCA of Middle Tennessee Bellevue • 615-646-9622 Donelson/Hermitage
infant swim classes davidson county American Red Cross nashvilleredcross.org Learn-to-Swim parent-and-child classes for 6 months and older are available at different times throughout the year at various facilities in Middle Tennessee. Brendan Sweetman Swimmers 3924 Lebanon Road, Hermitage brendansweetmanswimmers.com Swim classes for babies.
615-889-2632 Downtown • 615-254-0631 Green Hills • 615-297-6529 Margaret Maddox • 615-228-5525 Northwest • 615-242-6559 ymcamidtn.org Parent/child lessons start at 6 months.
BABY WORLD rutherford county Beyond Aquatics 236 Robert Rose Drive, Murfreesboro 615-962-9500 • beyondaquatics.com/swim-lessons Offers a learn-to-swim program for ages 6 months and older. Excel Aquatics Classes MTSU Pool, 1848 Blue Raider Drive, Murfreesboro Patterson Park, 521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro Sports*Com, 2310 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro excelaquatics.org Parent/Tot class for ages 12 - 36 months and Starfish Swimmers Survival Swim for ages 6 months - 3 years. Infant Swim Resources (ISR) infantswim.com The global leader in survival swimming lessons for infants and young children. Entering your zipcode to find an instructor. MTSU Rec Center 1848 Blue Raider Drive, Murfreesboro 615-898-2104 • mtsu.edu/camprec Parent and Child Aquatics (PCA) for ages 6 months and older are available in two levels.
Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center 2700 Children's Way, Nashville 615-343-6627 • vanderbilt.edu/recreationandwellnesscenter/aquatics/swimlessons.php Group lessons for children include a parent/child class for ages 6 months - 3 years.
Ms. Sue's Swimming 615-459-5124 • mssueswimming.com Outdoor parent and child lessons for ages 6 months 3 years take place June - August. YMCA of Middle Tennessee Smyrna • 615-220-9622 • ymcamidtn.org Parent/child lessons for ages 6 months and older. (please turn the page)
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Ryan Pyles Aquatic Foundation rpafswim.wordpress.com Swim survival lessons for babies age 6 months and older through certified Infant Swim Resource (ISR) instructor. Also see infantswim.com. YMCA of Middle Tennessee Brentwood • 615-373-9622 Franklin • 615-591-0322 Maryland Farms • 615-373-2900 ymcamidtn.org Parent/child lessons start at 6 months.
wilson county Guppies and Dolphins Swim 7204 N. Lamar Road, Mt. Juliet 615-416-3615 • swimclass.org The Guppies & Gold Fish parents/child class for ages 6 months - 2 years takes place in summer months. Infant Swim Resources (ISR) infantswim.com The global leader in survival swimming lessons for infants and young children. Middle Tennessee has ISR instructors. Find one by entering your zipcode on the website.
Babies can learn to swim through the Tadpoles and Swimboree programs at British Swim School in Franklin.
sumner county Infant Swim Resource of Hendersonville isrhendersonville.com • 615-200-6508 Survival swim lessons for infants and young children. Sea Star Swim School 127 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville 615-822-8800 • swimatseastar.com Infant/parent lessons start at 6 months and take place quarterly year round. Sumner County Family YMCA 102 Bluegrass Commons, Hendersonville 615-826-9622 • ymcamidtn.org Parent/child lessons start at 6 months.
williamson county British Swim School 549 Southwinds Drive, Franklin 615-202-2010 britishswimschool.com/williamson-smyrna Tadpole and Swimboree classes for ages 3 - 36 months with a parent. Excel Aquatics Classes Brentwood Indoor Sports Complex and rec centers in Fairview, Franklin, Nolensville and Spring Hill excelaquatics.org Parent/Tot class for ages 12 - 36 months and Starfish Swimmers Survival Swim for ages 6 months - 3 years. Infant Swim Resources (ISR) infantswim.com The global leader in survival swimming lessons for infants and young children. Middle Tennessee has ISR instructors. Find one by entering your zipcode on the website. Life Time Athletic 5020 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin 615-685-7000 • lifetime.life Kids Progressive Lessons for ages 4 months and older.
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Jimmy Floyd Center 511 Castle Height Ave. N., Lebanon 615-453-4545 • lebanontn.org/226/Jimmy-FloydCenter Parent/infant classes for ages 6 months and older.
fun & bonding with baby infant massage classes Gaia Birth & Bodywork 615-426-1977 gaiabirthandbodywork.com Group classes at Blooma Yoga, plus private sessions.
Kindermusik at Blair School of Music blair.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-adult/kindermusik. php Music, movement and early socialization classes for newborns, toddlers and preschoolers. Let It Shine (Franklin) 615-369-3547 • letitshinegym.com Parent-and-child movement classes are fun for ages 12 - 36 months. Little Art House (Nashville) 615-933-9644 • littlearthousenashville.com Baby Sensory Art Class for ages 6 - 24 months. Little Yogi Spirits (Murfreesboro) facebook.com/littleyogispirits Mommy & Me yoga classes for ages 6 weeks and older. Music Together musictogether.com International research-based early childhood music and movement program for newborns and older. Classes in Brentwood, Franklin, Hendersonville, Hermitage, Nashville, Nolensville and Thompson's Station. My Gym (Brentwood) 615-371-5437 mygym.com/brentwood Age-appropriate classes engage fine motor skills, including Tiny Tykes for ages 7 - 13 months. Sound Start Early Childhood Music (Brentwood, Franklin, Nashville) 615-777-9314 • soundstartnashville.com Music Pups for ages birth - 4 years includes singing, dancing, movement and instrument play. Strollercoasters Old For Park Kids' Castle 1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro 615-893-2141 • murfreesborotn.gov/parks Walk the greenway each Thursday with your baby and stroller from 9 - 10 a.m. in spring and fall months.
Infant Massage USA infantmassageusa.org Find nine Certified Educator of Infant Massage instructors in the greater Nashville area.
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Sara B. Dye Massage Therapy 615-579-3686 learninfantmassage.net Classes in Murfreesboro.
Bellevue Public Library 720 Baugh Road, Nashville 615-862-5854 • nashvillepubliclibrary.org Mother Goose Moments for ages 0 - 24 months every Mon at 10:15 a.m. and Grow Babies for ages 0 - 24 months every Fri at 10:15 a.m.
This Little Piggy Infant Massage 410-375-0003 mgreffen.wix.com/thislittlepiggy Group classes at Baby + Co. plus in-home sessions.
music, movement & more Classes listed below are for ages 12 months & younger. Blooma Yoga (Sylvan Park) 615-797-8064 • bloomanashville.com BYOB (Bring Your Own Baby) class for birth - 8 months. Elite Energy Gymnastics (Murfreesboro) 615-890-6611 • eliteenergygymnastics.com Start off your infant with a class like Cubs starting at 10 months. Gymboree Play & Music (Green Hills) 615-221-9004 • gymboreeclasses.com Developmental play and music for newborns & older.
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Green Hills Public Library 3701 Benham Ave., Nashville 615-862-5863 • library.nashville.gov Wee Wigglers Baby Book Club for ages 0 - 12 months Thu at 10:30 a.m. Hermitage Library 3700 James Kay Lane, Hermitage 615-880-3951 • library.nashville.gov Baby & Me Storytime for ages 0 - 24 months Tue at 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Inglewood Branch Library 4312 Gallatin Pike, Nashville 615-862-5866 • library.nashville.gov Wonder Baby for 0 - 24 months Mon at 10 & 11 a.m. Madison Public Library 610 Gallatin Pike S., Madison 615-862-5868 • libary.nashville.gov Baby & Me for 0 - 17 months Mon at 10:30 a.m.
Richland Park Library 4711 Charlotte Ave., Nashville 615-862-5870 • nashvillepubliclibrary.org Baby & Me Storytime Wed at 10:30 a.m. and Thu at 11:30 a.m. for ages birth - 24 months. Southeast Branch Library 5260 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Ste. 201, Antioch 615-862-5871 • nashvillepubliclibrary.org Babies & Books for ages 0 - 3 years Thu at 10:30 a.m.
rutherford county La Vergne Public Library 5063 Murfreesboro Road, La Vergne 615-793-7303 lavergnetn.gov/192/La-Vergne-Public-Library Little Treasures for birth to 24 months every Thu at 10 a.m.
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Linebaugh Public Library 105 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro 615-893-4131 • linebaugh.org Itty Bitty Storytime for ages 0 - 23 months every Thu at 10 a.m.
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Smyrna Public Library 400 Enon Springs Road W., Smyrna 615-459-4884 • linebaugh.org Baby & Me for 0 - 24 months every Fri at 10 a.m.
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sumner county Gallatin Public Library 123 E. Main St., Gallatin 615-452-1722 • gallatinlibrary.org Wigglers storytime for ages birth to 2-and-a-half years Wed at 9:45 a.m.
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Goodlettsville Public Library 205 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville 615-862-5862 • library.nashville.gov Baby Ball Storytime every Wed at 10 a.m. for ages birth - 17 months.
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Williamson County Public Library 1314 Columbia Ave., Franklin 615-595-1244 • lib.williamson-tn.org Snuggle Bug Club for ages 0 - 18 months every Friday at 10 a.m.
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Spring Hill Public Library 144 Kedron Pkwy., Spring Hill 931-486-2932 • springhilllibrary.org Baby Time for ages 0 - 24 months every Mon & Fri at 9:15 a.m.
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Complete renovation of all labor rooms with the addition of an in-house birthing center. Full complement of childbirth classes and a breastfeeding clinic with free consultative services. Designated a Baby Friendly Organization (babyfriendlyusa.org). Many amenities available. New, state-of-the-art facility with labor and delivery suites and postpartum rooms with a view. Advanced maternal/infant services. Jacuzzi tubs for labor comfort. Flexible rooming-in options. Neonatologist coverage 24/7. Laborist on site 24/7. Anesthesia 24/7. Lactation consultants. Extensive childbirth and breastfeeding classes. Breastfeeding clinic. Free tours. Voted Rutherford County's "Best Place to Have a Baby" (15th year in a row).
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ST. THOMAS RUTHERFORD HOSPITAL 1700 Medical Center Pkwy. Murfreesboro 615-396-4577 or 615-396-5376 sths.com/rutherford
3,200
LDR
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Level IIIObstetric care & NICU care for 27 weeks gestation & greater
SUMNER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin 615-328-8888 mysumnermedical.com
800
LDR
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Level IIObstetric
Free childbirth and breastfeeding classes taught by certified childbirth educators and certified lactation consultants. Birthing and peanut balls available. Outpatient lactation clinic.
TRISTAR CENTENNIAL WOMEN'S HOSPITAL 2221 Murphy Ave., Nashville 615-342-5661 tristarcentennial.com
3,500
LDR
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Level IIINeonatal
An OB/GYN ER staffed 24/7. Family-friendly rooms and birthing options. Mother/infant couplet care. Highrisk maternity care. Childbirth education classes. Lactation boutique. Breastfeeding consults.
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MIDDLE TENNESSEE
TRISTAR HENDERSONVILLE MEDICAL CENTER 355 New Shackle Island Road Hendersonville • 615-338-1000 tristarhendersonville.com
TRISTAR HORIZON MEDICAL CENTER 111 Hwy 70 E., Dickson 615-446-0446 tristarhorizon.com
TRISTAR STONECREST MEDICAL CENTER 200 StoneCrest Blvd., Smyrna 615-768-2000 stonecrestmedical.com
Births per year
LDR or LDRP
1,300
LDRP
450
LDRP
1,200
LDR
TRISTAR SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTER 5655 Frist Blvd., Hermitage 615-316-3000 tristarsummit.com
1,135
LDRP
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER 1411 Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon 615-443-2563 universitymedicalcenter.com
750
LDR
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER 1221 22nd Ave. S., Nashville 615-322-5000 vanderbiltwomenshealth.com
4,800
WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER 4321 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin 615-435-5000 williamsonmedicalcenter.org
1,785
Certified NurseMidwife
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NICU Level
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Level IINeonatal
Family-centered childbirth, breastfeeding and newborn care education programs. State-of-the-art LDRPs. Private NICU suites. Lactation boutique. Inpatient and outpatient lactation support.
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Level IINeonatal
An OB/GYN ER staffed 24/7. Family-friendly rooms and birthing options. Mother/infant couplet care. Childbirth prep and breastfeeding education classes. Lactation boutique. Breastfeeding consultants.
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Level IIObstetric & Neonatal
Family centered environment. Rooming-in. Neonatology coverage available 24/7. State-of-the-art labor rooms with remote monitoring available. Professional photography services. Certified lactation support. Breastmilk Depot. Lactation Boutique. Weekly breastfeeding support group. Childbirth & breastfeeding educational classes.
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Level IIIObstetric
Complete renovation of patient rooms. Family-centered environment with newborn rooming-in. Level III NICU. Wide variety of education classes available. Breastfeeding consults. Nourishment room for guests, and a "new mom" meal of her choice.
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Level IIObstetric
Free childbirth and breastfeeding classes taught by certified instructors. Rooming-in or 24-hour staffed newborn nursery available. Complimentary room service for parents. Family-centered care.
Level IVNeonatal
Family-centered deliveries. Rooming-in. Childbirth and breastfeeding education. Midwife, obstetrician and maternal fetal specialist team coverage available 24/7. Largest midwifery team in Tennessee. Highest level neonatal ICU. Ease of access to Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital.
Level IINeonatal
All staff trained in neonatal resuscitation. Classes include childbirth, breastfeeding and sibling. Tours provided. 24-hour staffed newborn nursery and in-house NNP neonatology coverage available. Rooming-in, family-centered care, room service, daily certified lactation staff and professional photography available.
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neonatal intensive care unit (nicu) services key: Level I: Facility provides basic care for uncomplicated maternity and neonatal patients who are low risk. Level II-Obstetric: Facility provides a broad range of maternal-fetal services for normal patients and for those with mild or moderate obstetric illnesses or complications.
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Level II-Neonatal: Facility provides specialty services for infants born at or beyond 32 weeks who have problems that are expected to resolve rapidly and are not anticipated to need subspecialty care on an urgent basis. These units provide care for babies convalescing after intensive care.
Level III-Obstetric: A broad range of maternal-fetal services for normal patients and those in need of intensive care. Can handle deliveries for all gestational ages. Level III-Neonatal: Provides care for infants born less than 32 weeks or with complex medical conditions. These units have the means to provide life support for as long as needed.
Baby Guide
Level IV-Neonatal: Has capabilities of Level III units with additional functions and considerable experience in the care of the most complex and critically ill newborns. Pediatric medical and surgical specialty consultants are on site 24 hours per day. Can provide surgeries for complex conditions.
The
BIRTHING CENTER AT SAINT THOMAS MIDTOWN HOSPITAL
Now serving you! Nashville’s first in-hospital natural birthing center. The Birthing Center offers expectant families a truly memorable
AMENITIES
childbirth experience: holistic, highly specialized maternity care
• Comfortable, HomeLike Birthing Suites
• In-Room Refrigerators
• Full-Size Beds
• Large Flat Screen Televisions
in a home-like environment within the walls of our beautiful and safe facility. At The Birthing Center, you can soften the lights, play your own music and walk around the room at your leisure in the comfort of your private birthing suite.
• Labor Tubs • Birthing Balls
• Nitrous Oxide for Pain Relief
• Squatting Bars
• Lactation Support
• Labor Stools To learn more, please call 615-270-5146 or visit www.sthealth.com/thebirthingcenter.
We’re proud to be recognized by the readers of Sumner Parent magazine as the best place to have a baby – for
the sixth year in a row.
More and more families are choosing to have their babies at Sumner Regional Medical Center because of the award-winning care and expertise we provide our new mothers and babies every day. Our families also appreciate the comfort and convenience of having their babies close to home. At Sumner Regional, we’re proud to be your “best” choice for family care.
Richard Bennett, M.D., FACOG
Emily Bienvenu, M.D., FACOG
William Caldwell, M.D., FACOG
Terri J. Holt, M.D., FACOG
Jessica Pugh, M.D.
Eamon Felton, M.D.
For more information, or to find a physician, please call
(800) 424-DOCS.
MySumnerMedical.com