Welcome to the B.O.R.N. Forum. We hope members, Birth Organizations, Providers and Sponsors will enjoy using the forum to exchange information, suggestions, and to share experiences in promoting Mother and Baby Friendly Care. B.O.R.N. (Birth Organizations Resources & Networks) is a project of Birth Resource Network and is a non-profit 501(c-3) organization. The primary goal of B.O.R.N. is to create a central resource for San Diego birth organizations, parents and providers to locate organizations that promote Mother and Baby Friendly Care.
You may browse the forums as a guest and read what others have posted, but if you want to add or reply to a post you will need to register with the B.O.R.N. website to receive a password. We have also included discussion forums for Doulas and Midwives. Group membership is required to participate in these particular forums. Thank you for your interest and participation in the B.O.R.N. Forum.
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B.O.R.N. Forum Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions
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A glossary of terms, abbreviations and definitions has been provided to assist you as you use our Forum. Please read the FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions) if you have any questions regarding posting and/or replying to the Topics in any of the B.O.R.N. Forums.
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Comments and Letters from our Readers
Have you found support and help on the B.O.R.N. Forum? Please tell the world! We now have a testimonials board on which you can Post Letters and Read what our members have to say about the B.O.R.N. Website. This is a great forum topic for comments and testimonials from our members as well as guests to express gratitude to the members of the B.O.R.N community. Please tell your friends about the B.O.R.N. Website and Forum. Referrals are our greatest source of new users. Your efforts will help to grow the B.O.R.N. community into an even better resource for everyone in San Diego!
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B.O.R.N. In the Press
COMING SOON!!! News and press releases on topics of interest to the B.O.R.N. Community
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VOLUNTEER DOULAS NEEDED-SAN DIEGO AREA
"Hearts and Hands Doula Program" at UCSD Medical Center Hillcrest is looking for certified and/or experienced labor support providers, doulas or birth assistants. Also, those with personal experience helping families during labor may apply. This is a great opportunity to make a contribution to women and to gain valuable new experiences. Contact: Karen Lindquist, Director of Volunteer Services, UCSD Medical Center at 619-543-6370. "Heart and Hands Doula Program" is a cooperative effort between UCSD Medical Center and Athena Women's Health and The BirthPlace, a low-risk, in-hospital birthing center with care by Certified Nurse Midwives.
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New Parents and Infant Care
Discuss and exchange useful information on becoming a New Parent. Ask questions, get advice, share your experiences, ideas, and opinions on parenting.This forum will offer help, support and insight with Infant Care and common parenting issues and problems. Join other New Parents to make life's most important job just a little easier!
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Home Birth
Discuss, ask questions and exchange experiences of giving birth at home in a warm and caring setting with support from your selected provider and loved ones in attendance.
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Doulas
Share your birthing experience’s assisted by the physical, emotional and informational support provided by an experienced Doula. If this will be your first “Doula-assisted birth”, feel free to ask questions about how Doulas support a woman and her partner throughout the prenatal, labor and postpartum birthing process.
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Midwives
Share and discuss your birthing experience assisted by the support and expertise of your Midwife. If this will be your first “Midwife-assisted birth”, feel free to ask questions about how Midwives actively promote parent participation in health care decisions by offering information and education to families throughout their prenatal care, labor and birth, and early parenting.
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Birthing Centers and Hospitals
Share your experience of a birthing center; a homelike setting where you are supported and respected as well as safe and secure. Discuss reasons why a hospital birth would be necessary and how to select a hospital that is meets the Mother-Baby friendly criteria.
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Breastfeeding
Discuss the emotional bonding that takes place between mother and child. Share information with other breastfeeding mothers about breastfeeding techniques and positions. Ask questions about the breastfeeding information, support and assistance a ‘breastfeeding specialist’ provides both before and after your baby is born.
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Mother Baby Friendly Websites and Media Resources
Discuss and recommend websites, video and literature that reflect the principals of mother-baby friendly care. Use this forum as a source of information and an exchange of ideas as you make decisions about how to handle pregnancy, labor and becoming a new parent.
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Child Birth Education
Share ideas and exchange your experiences as you prepared for this special moment in your life with a Childbirth Educator. Discuss the many ways a Childbirth Educator can assist Expectant Mothers, Fathers, Siblings and Teens with either a Home Birth or a Hospital Birth.
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Complementary Medicine
Discuss the many organizations, resources and the different types of health/supportive care that support birth and new families as well as many forms of health/supportive care in our community. Exchange ideas and ask questions about Aromatherapy, Nutrition and Herbal Therapy, Holistic Health, Homeopath and Naturopathic Medicine, Hypnosis and Hypnobirth, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Massage Therapy, and Yoga.
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Therapy, Counseling and Support Groups
Discuss the many forms of Therapy, Counseling and Support Groups in our community that offer services to pregnant/postpartum families. Sharing these options may introduce you to some new ideas or reaffirm your current beliefs about the many organizations and resources in our community to support birth and new families.
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Family Practitioners
A place to share your experiences and ask questions you might have regarding Family Practioners and the services they have to offer to pregnant/postpartum families.
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Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Discuss and share your experiences and the many different reasons why or why-not you selected an obstetrician/gynecologist as a provider during the birthing process. A obstetrician/gynecologist is an excellent starting point for women who are pregnant and would like to be informed about the process of giving birth in a hospital, birthing center environment or at home with a midwife or a obstetrician/gynecologist in attendance.
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Forum Change
Due to high amounts of spam, the BORN Administrastor has shut down auto-registration for the BORN forum. "If you have registered to participate in our online forum, please e-mail admin@sandiegoborn.org for approval. We appologize for this extra step, but we are trying to cut down on the spam accounts
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Midwife Discussion
This forum has been created for Midwives to share ideas and experiences with other Midwives. Group membership is required to participate in this discussion forum.
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Doulas Discussion
This forum has been created for Doulas to share ideas and experiences with other Doulas. Group membership is required to participate in this discussion forum.
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