[petersac01]

<p>Hi!  Just found out I'm expecting #2 and admittedly I didn't "prepare" as much for #1 as I wished I had after the fact.</p>
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<p>I'm interested in hiring an (experienced, certified) doula, finding someone to do placenta encapsulation (that has experience working with my hospital and can help me through the process), and finding a lactation consultant to come to the house post-birth (I had one last time that was ok but she was a little intense for me).</p>
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<p>I deliver at Vanderbilt, if that helps.  Not due until the end of the year but I'm a planner, so any suggestions are much appreciated!</p>
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<p>Thanks!</p>
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<p>Alisa</p>

 

[ICANofNashville]

<p>Nashville Birth Network has a good list of birth professionals. It's a good starting point. Also, if you're on facebook, you can inquire for referrals from the Nashville Birth Network group or the ICAN of Nashville page. </p>
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<p><a href="http://www.nashvillebirthnetwork.org/doulas.html" target="_blank">http://www.nashvillebirthnetwork.org/doulas.html</a></p>
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<p>HTH,</p>
<p>Lindsey Seger</p>
<p>Chapter Leader</p>
<p>ICAN of Nashville</p>

 

[petersac01]

<p>Awesome.  I'll check that out (and yes, I'm on FB) - I appreciate it!</p>
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<p>Alisa</p>

 

[DoulaHeidi]

Hi Alisa,<br>
I've been a birth Doula for over ten years and have done many births at Vanderbilt. I can also refer you to ladies who provide the other services you are looking for.

 

[rebekah7]

<p>You may also want to post on the Improving Birth page for Nashville. There are probably some people there that align with what resources you are seeking: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rallyforchangenashville" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/rallyforchangenashville</a></p>
<p>Hope you connect with the support you desire!</p>
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<p>R</p>