Iowa Mamas 2011! - Page 3

[Dmitrizmom]

Generally speaking, a naturopath cannot, in the state of Iowa, call themselves Doctor unless they have other credentials that entitle them to that title (Iowa Code 147.74).  Under section 148.1, unless they are a specifically listed profession (and they are not) they cannot prescribe medications (herbal or otherwise) and if they do so they are practicing medicine without a license.  Likelihood of prosecution for practicing?  I don't know. 

[LionessMom]

If you are looking for things in the cedar rapids area i would like to suggest Birth, Baby, and Beyond. They are a cloth diaper store. they sell nursing bras and equipment too. They hold regular playgroups, music classes, baby sign classes, and LLL meetings, babywearing meetings. all good stuff! I bet you can meet lots of other AP moms. That is where I met my AP friends.

[hdirks]

I'm about 30 min west of des moines. I have 2 girls 2 years and the other 2 months. any mommas close to me up for a playdate? Or is there any mommas in the des moines area with special needs kiddos?

[iris777888]

We need to take our son to a pediatric dentist to investigate a potential cavity and our family dentist has recommended we go to Corridor Kids in North Liberty (Dr. Kaaren Vargas). If you have experience with that office (good or bad) would you please PM me? Just didn't find any online reviews and don't know anyone who has gone there. Thanks!

[LionessMom]

Originally Posted by iris777888 

We need to take our son to a pediatric dentist to investigate a potential cavity and our family dentist has recommended we go to Corridor Kids in North Liberty (Dr. Kaaren Vargas). If you have experience with that office (good or bad) would you please PM me? Just didn't find any online reviews and don't know anyone who has gone there. Thanks!

before you get anything done to his tooth you should read healing tooth decay. you can find posts about it in the dental forum. it really helped my 20 mo old daughter. she still had to have a tooth crowned but the rest are looking better everyday.

 

[iris777888]

Thanks for the advice. I've been reading online already about remineralization and healing decay, had been subscribed to the Very Young Kids Teeth Yahoo! group for awhile but never needed to act on the advice before. At this point I am leaning towards taking him there to see what she says. Our dentist said they do the first visit as eval only, with proposed treatment plan, then have you come back to do anything. Their web site shows they do welcome parents to come back with the kids, which was a must for me to even consider it. I have heard she is big on sealants (our hygenist told us that), but that's all I've got to go on so far, no parent experiences.

[aliciarose]

Hi! I'm Alicia, pregnant with my first and due Oct 7 in the Iowa City area. I'm giving birth at the University hospital with the nurse midwives and have been thrilled with my care so far.

[walkinbluesmama]

Hi Alicia, congratulations on your pregnancy!  Hope you are surviving this heat... Oct 7 will be here before you know it!

I have a friend who had a fantastic experience with the nurse midwives at UIHC; she labored over 30 hours and had a 9lb baby vaginally.  I will say that after much research and soul searching I chose against UIHC because despite their fantastic philosophies as midwives, they still have to work under hospital rules/procedures.  We had our baby (also our first) at home.  If you are ever interested in home birthing, feel free to let me know, I had an amazing midwife!!

A couple of things I would recommend you looking into: a 12 week Bradley course on natural birthing.  We really liked ours taught by Kara and Marcus Seaton, check out:http://www.yournaturalbirth.com/  I would also encourage you to look into having a doula present at your birth (if you haven't done so already).  There is a great website that might help:http://www.icdoulas.com/

BTW- one thing I absolutely hated about being preggos was unsolicited advice. :)  So, completely disregard the recommendations from a stranger as you see fit.  I am sure you are taking care of you and your little one perfectly!

Good luck to you!

[aliciarose]

Teehee :) 

We're 10 classes into our Bradley course with Kara and are using Jun Nicole as our doula! Iowa City is a smaaaaall place. :D

[Unconventional1]

Hey everyone! My family and I are considering moving back to Iowa to be near our kids only grandparents. How is it to AP, no vax and possible homeschool your kids there. We have reservations about how conservative it is and we don't want to leave liberal Boulder county to have those sorts of issues in our lives. I like Iowa and how homey feeling it is but.... we are a bit reserved and nervous about making that move. Any help is greatly appreciated! Hope to not offend anyone!

[jildez]

Originally Posted by Unconventional1 

Hey everyone! My family and I are considering moving back to Iowa to be near our kids only grandparents. How is it to AP, no vax and possible homeschool your kids there. We have reservations about how conservative it is and we don't want to leave liberal Boulder county to have those sorts of issues in our lives. I like Iowa and how homey feeling it is but.... we are a bit reserved and nervous about making that move. Any help is greatly appreciated! Hope to not offend anyone!

i think it matters where you are. I live in rural western iowa and some things are hard- i'm not from here (east coast) and i haven't met many people who share my views and are in a similar live time (i have however met lots of old ladies who are awesome and love to give me gardening tips). I selective vax and my doc was okay with that. I know some catholic homeschoolers here, one or two are kinda AP, but they def see me as over the top. In less rural areas there seems to be lots going on- there is an active ap group in Des Moines, and i also have friends in the Omaha area who are very alternative.
 

[walkinbluesmama]

to Unconventional1: you would not be alone, but you will not be in the majority.  Depending on where you are in the state, my guess is there will be a small to decent sized group of parents with similar beliefs/practices.  I live in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City area and I can typically find parents of like mind if I look in the right places. :)

That probably doesn't answer your question completely, but I just didn't want you to think that the population is entirely conservative in it's views.  

[iris777888]

@Unconventional1 - I agree with previous posters that it will depend a lot on where you end up! If you pick one of the larger and/or college towns, you're going to have a much better chance of seeing a variety of viewpoints than in rural areas. I'm originally from one of the smaller towns and when we go to visit family it is incredibly apparent that our views and lifestyle are not the norm, but we totally blend in where we live! Homeschooling should not be a hassle and some areas even have homeschool assistance programs.

[smokeylo]

Unconventional1, I am sure you'd find a vibrant community of likeminded families in Des Moines and the Cedar Rapids/IC area. IC is especially crunchy, and a great place to live. I live just north of Iowa City and love the area, which is also more liberal than most of the state.

[AnnaB77]

Hello-

I thought I would introduce myself. I live in Iowa City and love it here. I am pregnant with my second and due in April. My DD is 11.5 and so it feels like I am starting over. We have lived in IC for over 3 years but do not know many other parents here. I welcome any advice on classes we should look into (or stay away from) or anything else!! I plan on having my baby at UIHC. I hope everyone is enjoying our last bit of warm weather!!

[walkinbluesmama]

Hi AnnaB77!

I live in Mt. Vernon, just north of you and am also due in April! :)  Hope you are feeling well, this PG has been a doozy for me so far.

I really loved a Bradley Class taught by Kara and Marcus Seaton,http://www.yournaturalbirth.com/  as I posted in an earlier reply to someone.  I also love Birth Baby and Beyond in Cedar Rapids, http://www.birthbabyandbeyond.org/  They offer classes, play groups, merchandise, etc.  

Take care and congrats on your pregnancy!

[AnnR33]

Just a heads up that

Birth Baby & Beyond

4330 Czech Lane NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

 

is having their big Cloth Diaper Resale this Saturday, Oct 15 from 1-3pm.

I was there and saw the stash, they have TONS of cloth diapers. They also have wood/natural toys, baby carriers, baby items, and nursing wear.

These are all items that other moms are selling on consignment thru BBB.

 

I know I took 9 baby carriers (pouches, 2 mei tais, 2 Oopa silk slings), 10 nursing shirts, and 25+ cloth diapers that are all in perfect condition. Priced to sell!!

 

Here is their website for more info:

http://www.BirthBabyAndBeyond.org

 

Don't miss it!

[blumooned]

Hi everyone - I was part of last year's Iowa Mamas thread, but haven't posted in awhile.  We've moved to a new city - we're in Cedar Falls now.  Anyone else near CF? 

I'm wondering if anyone has any specific info for me about no-vax friendly family docs in this area? 

Also, we're having another baby, so if anyone has any info about which hospital in this area is better, I'd love to hear that, too.  Right now, we're signed up with the CNMs who deliver at Allen.

Hoping to chat with anyone about Cedar Falls - we hardly know anyone here!! :)

[iris777888]

Is there a 2012 thread yet?

[TwilightJoy]

I can't find a 2012 thread, so posting here. Can anyone help this mama out? http://www.mothering.com/community/t/1362105/pediatrician-near-ames-or-des-moines-ia