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Quiet day. Contractions but not extreme. Expecting everything to kick-up tonight like it did yesterday. I think I'm dealing w/ a few days of prodromal labor. I'm trying to stop worrying. I guess it will happen when it happens.

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On Aug 23, 2011, at 8:24 PM, Kari Campbell <icanofnwarkansas@...> wrote:

Awesome!! Take it easy :) - rest when you can! Your body is working!!!!! Thanks for the update! :)

Kari

On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 7:56 PM, Alicia <AliciaFultz@...> wrote:

Dr's appointment yesterday. Only dilated 1 - no mpre than last week & still no effacement. Still, we postponed C-S until Monday after biometrics ultra-sound revealed very healthy baby, placenta & fluids. Lots of contractions overnight & this morning, then nothing all day. Hit w/a bang at 5 & haven't let up, but husband thinks they're Bracton Hicks. I think we have a long haul ahead. These are coming quick, & they hurt a ton, but they don't last very long - only 30 seconds. Tough to know when it is really time! Hoping this is the real deal.

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On Aug 23, 2011, at 3:29 PM, Jennifer Keith <jcgassert@...> wrote:

Just wondering how things are going, would love an update if you have one! :-) (no pressure intended, just checking in)

Hope all is well!
Regards,
Jenn

On Fri, Aug 19, 2011 at 12:40 PM, A Pujat <alicialynn715@...> wrote:

Thanks Silja. We'll "give it a go . . ."

I think if I am a little more dilated or effaced on Monday she might try stripping membranes. I just wasn't at all at the last check-up. She seems a little resistant to me.

What is SROM?

From: Silja Sample <siljam@...>
To: BirthNetworkNWA@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, August 19, 2011 12:37 PM
Subject: Re: [BirthNetworkNWA] Trying to avoid second c-section

My doula always said "what gets the baby in, will get the baby out"....
I know this is somewhat controversial, but if you get close to the c-section date, would you consider a non-drug induction? My doctor also said he would not induce with drugs, but would be willing to do foley cath or strip membranes once I was past due date and favourable. At 40 weeks I was still closed so he couldn't do anything, and then I had SROM and labor starting that night, so it never came to that.

On 19 August 2011 12:32, A Pujat <alicialynn715@...> wrote:

Hello all!

My due-date was Tuesday! With my first daughter 2 & 1/2 years ago I was doing a home birth but wound up going to the hospital after 36 hours, developing a high fever and not progressing and getting a c-section 5 hours after check-in.

My doctor is willing to let me try VBAC - but I have to go into labor and have a favorable cervix because she does not want to induce w\ drugs. I am scheduled to get a c-section next Wednesday, but really don't want it. I need to try to have this baby this weekend! First baby came five days past due-date so I am thinking I am good from a timing perspective.

Any safe, natural tips for getting labor going? I am trying to get a lot of walking in and definitely feeling more pressure on the bones of my pelvis as a result. What else can I do to get this going that wouldn't be an inadvisable intervention?

All suggestions welcome!

--
Bye: Silja Sample

The Will of G_d will never take you where the Grace of G_d cannot protect you!

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#1430

From: Jennifer Keith <jcgassert@...>
Date: Wed Aug 24, 2011 11:01 pm
Subject: Re: Trying to avoid second c-section

cora_719

Thanks for keeping us updated! �Prodromal labor is a b***h. �Had it, hated it... But I am glad to hear you know that's probably what it is, and are being patient with it (as stinkin hard as that is). �Best advice I can give for that is to rest as much as you can and eat/drink as much as you are able to keep your strength up. �My favorite was protein-rich chai tea from Bolthouse farms. �Lots of soy protein, and yummy to boot! (and even though it is tea, it is low in caffeine)

I know I mentioned chiro earlier, and don't want to be a broken record, but you may want to check that out and see if maybe baby's position is prolonging things and an adjustment might help. (promise I won't say it again, lol)

Keep strong, we're thinking of ya! �Hopefully all this pre-labor will help bring a nice short active labor!!!

*Hugs*

Jenn

On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 5:44 PM, Alicia <AliciaFultz@...> wrote:

�

Quiet day. �Contractions but not extreme. �Expecting everything to kick-up tonight like it did yesterday. �I think I'm dealing w/ a few days of prodromal labor. �I'm trying to stop worrying. �I guess it will happen when it happens. ��

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 23, 2011, at 8:24 PM, Kari Campbell <icanofnwarkansas@...> wrote:

�

Awesome!! Take it easy :) - rest when you can! Your body is working!!!!! Thanks for the update! :)

Kari

On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 7:56 PM, Alicia <AliciaFultz@...> wrote:

�

Dr's appointment yesterday. �Only dilated 1 - no mpre than last week & still no effacement. �Still, we postponed C-S until Monday after biometrics ultra-sound revealed very healthy baby, placenta & fluids. �Lots of contractions overnight & this morning, then nothing all day. �Hit w/a bang at 5 & haven't let up, but husband thinks they're Bracton Hicks. �I think we have a long haul ahead. �These are coming quick, & they hurt a ton, but they don't last very long - only 30 seconds. �Tough to know when it is really time! �Hoping this is the real deal.

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 23, 2011, at 3:29 PM, Jennifer Keith <jcgassert@...> wrote:

�

Just wondering how things are going, would love an update if you have one! :-) (no pressure intended, just checking in)�

Hope all is well!
Regards,
Jenn

On Fri, Aug 19, 2011 at 12:40 PM, A Pujat <alicialynn715@...> wrote:

�

Thanks Silja.� We'll "give it a go . . ."

�

I think if I am a little more dilated or effaced on Monday she might try stripping membranes.� I just wasn't at all at the last check-up.� She seems a little resistant to me.

�

What is SROM?

From: Silja Sample <siljam@...>
To: BirthNetworkNWA@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, August 19, 2011 12:37 PM
Subject: Re: [BirthNetworkNWA] Trying to avoid second c-section

�

My doula always said "what gets the baby in, will get the baby out"....
I know this is somewhat controversial, but if you get close to the c-section date, would you consider a non-drug induction? �My doctor also said he would not induce with drugs, but would be willing to do foley cath or strip membranes once I was past due date and favourable. At 40 weeks I was still closed so he couldn't do anything, and then I had SROM and labor starting that night, so it never came to that.

On 19 August 2011 12:32, A Pujat <alicialynn715@...> wrote:

�

Hello all!

�

My due-date was Tuesday!� With my first daughter 2 & 1/2 years ago I was doing a home birth but wound up going to the hospital after 36 hours, developing a high fever and not progressing and getting a c-section 5 hours after check-in.

�

My doctor is willing to let me try VBAC - but I have to go into labor and have a favorable cervix because she does not want to induce w\ drugs.� I am scheduled to get a c-section next Wednesday, but really don't want it.� I need to try to have this baby this weekend!� First baby came five days past due-date so I am thinking I am good from a timing perspective.

�

Any safe, natural tips for getting labor going?� I am trying to get a lot of walking in and definitely feeling more pressure on the bones of my pelvis as a result.� What else can I do to get this going that wouldn't be an inadvisable intervention?

�

All suggestions welcome!

�

--
Bye:� Silja Sample

The Will of G_d will never take you where the Grace of G_d cannot protect you!

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#1431

From: "lee" <javajane72756@...>
Date: Sun Sep 4, 2011 12:00 pm
Subject: Breastfeeding Interviews

javajane72756

Hello Birthnetwork Members!

My name is Britni Ayers and some of you may know me from LLL. I was a LLLeader
for 3 years in Fayetteville Arkansas and a memeber in Rogers for a while too. I
am currently retired from LLL but am pursuing my breastfeeding advocacy from the
academic side now.

I am currently working on my thesis which is about the "meaning of
breastfeeding." I am interviewing women of color to lend a new perspective. If
you, or someone you know is interested in doing an interview please contact me
at blayers@... or you can call me at (479) 644-1096.

Thanks! I look forward to hearing from some of you.

WarmLLLy,
Britni Ayers

#1432

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Tue Sep 6, 2011 7:58 pm
Subject: Doula Contact Hours/CBE Workshop October 22-23

Hello everyone!� Jessica King, RN, CBE, and LLL leader applicant from North Little Rock, has organized an ICEA childbirth educator/birth worker workshop for Arkansas, for the purpose of providing continuing education credits for Doulas and Nurses.

The workshop is to be held at Terra Tots in Fayetteville on Oct 22-23.� Pre-registration is required.

Details can be found on the attached flyer. The workshop counts as 16 contact hours for initial certification or 24 contact hours for recertification.
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

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#1433

From: Kari Campbell <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Mon Sep 19, 2011 4:19 am
Subject: September ICAN of NW AR Meeting Reminder and E-News

red74k2003

Hi Everyone!

Please join ICAN of NW Arkansas for �Open Forum� night MONDAY, September 19th. We will meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness, 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. Lap babies and toddlers are welcome. Please share this with others!

Our newsletter is below! Have fun reading!

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders!

We look forward to seeing you!

Kari & Loryn
Co-Leaders, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news September 2011

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* New Meeting Location and day: Pinnacle Chiropractic has graciously said we could use their facility for our monthly meetings!! They are located at 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. You can contact me for directions if you need or check out www.pinnaclechirowellness.com for directions! We will be holding our meetings on Monday evenings at 6:30.

* We are looking for volunteers to be guest speakers at our meetings a couple times a year! If you would be interested in sharing how what you do or know is beneficial to cesarean prevention or recovery please contact Kari at ICANofNWArkansas@.... I plan to compile a list!

* Please continue to spread the word that Willow Creek, Siloam Springs and Northwest Bentonville hospitals are VBAC supportive!!! All of the Northwest facilities have changed their VBAC policies to be in agreement with the new American College of Gynecologists (ACOG) VBAC recommendations.

* Birth Experiences Wanted:� We understand not everyone is able to make it to our local chapter meetings but would love to hear your stories! We have not heard much since the change of policy to include VBACs at most of the NW Arkansas hospitals. Give us a shout or send us an email and let us know!

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Educational pre-recorded webinars are free to ICAN subscribers. They can be accessed through the main ICAN website, www.ican-online.org. If you are not a current subscriber, you may subscribe or renew through ICAN of NW Arkansas or pay the applicable download fee. Topics include:

Upcoming Events:

* September Meeting: Monday September 19 at 6:30... More details in Announcements!

Fundraisers:

As a non-profit organization, ICAN is funded solely by private donations, fundraisers, and subscriptions. Any assistance you can give to us by participating in any or all of these ways are appreciated!

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website
Childbearing 5 Year: $125
Childbearing 10 Year: $250
Organization: $100

And more!

� Contact Kari or Loryn for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* For the Monster - A place to find baby wearing items, cloth diapering, breastfeeding supplies and more! Shop online or locally at their store in Elkins. Use code ICAN to save 5% on your order and receive FREE shipping! www.ForTheMonster.com or (888)886-4166

* Mia Bella candles - a cleaner burning candle option. 100% of the proceeds benefit ICAN of NW Arkansas! Contact Kari to learn more about the scents available.

* Usborne Books & More: A portion of your purchases will be donated to ICAN! Please contact Kari Campbell to purchase fun, educational books for the children in your life! E-mail: WeRaiseReaders@...; 479-250-0851; Online: www.WeRaiseReaders.com

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

* ICAN Birth: Cesarean Prevention Birth Class is available at home! Binder of presentation, handouts, and DVD only $25 (non-subscriber)/ $15 (subscriber)

Items of Interest:

* The NEW ACOG recommendations for VBAC can be read online at: http://www.acog.org/from_home/publications/press_releases/nr07-21-10-1.cfm. They were published in the August 2010 issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Practice Bulletin #115, "Vaginal Birth after Previous Cesarean.�

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m or nwaicansecretary@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1434

From: Kari Campbell <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Tue Sep 20, 2011 5:01 pm
Subject: Clarification for "More BOBB" Movie Screening

red74k2003

"More Business of Being Born" Movie Screening
Location: Terra Tots Natural Parenting; Fayetteville, AR

Saturday, September 24 � 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Seating is limited and will be on a first come, first served basis.

#1435

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Tue Sep 27, 2011 12:59 am
Subject: Doula Contact Hours/CBE Workshop October 22-23

Just a reminder that the registration deadline for the ICEA workshop in Fayetteville is October 5.� I'm told that the instructor needs 3 more registrations or she will not be able to hold the class.� So if you're looking for contact hours as a doula, midwife, or other birth worker, and you want a small class size, this sounds like a good opportunity!� :)
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

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From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Tue, Sep 6, 2011 at 14:58
Subject: Doula Contact Hours/CBE Workshop October 22-23
To: birthnetworknwa <BirthNetworkNWA@yahoogroups.com>

Hello everyone!� Jessica King, RN, CBE, and LLL leader applicant from North Little Rock, has organized an ICEA childbirth educator/birth worker workshop for Arkansas, for the purpose of providing continuing education credits for Doulas and Nurses.

The workshop is to be held at Terra Tots in Fayetteville on Oct 22-23.� Pre-registration is required.

Details can be found on the attached flyer. The workshop counts as 16 contact hours for initial certification or 24 contact hours for recertification.
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

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#1436

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Mon Oct 10, 2011 9:39 pm
Subject: Workshop update: chiropractic CEUs

I just received an update that the ICEA CBE workshop in Fayetteville on October 22-23 is also good for 16 continuing education units for chiropractors, as well as for doulas, nurses, midwives, and other birth workers.

If you're interested but haven't registered yet, you can get details and registration info at www.RockymountainProfessionalchildbirthEducation.org.
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1437

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Mon Oct 17, 2011 2:24 am
Subject: October ICAN of NW AR Meeting Reminder and E-News

red74k2003

Hi Everyone!

Please join ICAN of NW Arkansas for �Open Forum� night MONDAY, October 17th. We will meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness, 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. Lap babies and toddlers are welcome. Please share this with others!

Our newsletter is below! Have fun reading!

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders!

We look forward to seeing you!

Kari & Loryn
Co-Leaders, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news October 2011

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* Congratulations to Ambre, Brad, Owen and Addison!! They welcomed Ethan Albert, 9 lbs 14 oz, 23 inches, on October 4th!! Can't wait to meet him! Way to go Mama!!!

* Birth Experiences Wanted:� Have you had a VBAC in our local hospitals? Please let us know! We will keep it anonymous if you would like! Give me a call (479-250-0851) or send me an email (ICANofNWArkansas@...)

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Upcoming Events:

* October Meeting: Monday October 17 at 6:30... More details in Announcements!

Fundraisers:

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website
Childbearing 5 Year: $125
Childbearing 10 Year: $250
Organization: $100

And more!

� Contact Kari or Loryn for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

Items of Interest:

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1438

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Thu Nov 3, 2011 1:55 am
Subject: BirthNetwork general meeting

Just a reminder that our general meeting is coming up this Saturday, November 5, at 10 a.m. at Pinnacle Chiropractic in Rogers (3201 Market St. Suite 105).� This meeting is open to birth professionals, expectant parents, and anyone else interested in mother-friendly, evidence-based maternity care.

We will have
> flyers & postcards for you to keep handy and give to friends, family, clients, or even strangers
> an open format for questions, support, and discussion
> snacks� :)

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!

~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
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#1439

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Mon Nov 21, 2011 5:55 am
Subject: ICAN of NW Arkansas Meeting, Monday November 21st

red74k2003

Hi Everyone!

Please join ICAN of NW Arkansas for �Open Forum� night MONDAY, November 21st. We will meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness, 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. Lap babies and toddlers are welcome. Please share this with others!

If you or a friend has had a VBAC in a NW Arkansas hospital, can you please contact us? We are wondering how the VBAC ban reversal is working!

Our newsletter is below as well as news about the 2011 Holiday Party! Have fun reading!

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders!

We look forward to seeing you!

Kari & Loryn
Co-Leaders, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news October 2011

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* Congratulations to Loryn, Dennis, Livi and Eva!! They welcomed Keller, 9 lbs 6 oz, on November 9th!! Can't wait to meet him! Way to go Mama!!!

* 2011 Holiday Party: ICAN of NW Arkansas and BirthNetwork NWA, together, are hosting our annual Holiday Party on December 16th at 6:30 pm. While the location is to be determined, we do know that it will be a potluck, a silent auction and a birth related white elephant gift exchange. If you are a business owner and you would like to contribute something to the silent auction to raise funds for your local non-profit group OR you have something unused in your house that would be silent auction worthy please contact Kari or Loryn!

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Upcoming Events:

* November Meeting: Monday November 21 at 6:30... More details in Announcements!

* 2011 Holiday Party: December 16, 6:30pm (Location to be announced.)

Fundraisers:

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website as well as local
Childbearing 5 Year: $125
Childbearing 10 Year: $250
Organization: $100

And more!

� Contact Kari or Loryn for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

Items of Interest:

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1440

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Thu Dec 8, 2011 9:24 pm
Subject: BirthNetwork and ICAN Holiday Party

BirthNetwork NWA and ICAN of NWA would like to invite you to our annual Holiday Party! Join us for a potluck supper, silent auction, and white-elephant gift exchange.� We just finalized our location, which is just off the Promenade exit in Rogers, so we hope it will be convenient for many of you!

When: Friday, December 16, 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Green Bean at Village on the Creeks in Rogers

What to bring:
> A dish to share. Dairy- and gluten-free items are especially appreciated by many of our members (we'll have labels available).
> One wrapped pregnancy- or birth-related item per person who wants to play in the gift exchange. (Books, teas, t-shirts, salves, belly wraps, gift baskets, and even gag gifts all add to the fun!)

The silent auction will help raise funds for both our organizations to help us in our activities for the upcoming year.� If you have an item you would like to contribute, please contact us!

We wish you and your families the best this holiday season and in the coming year!
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
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#1441

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Mon Dec 12, 2011 4:50 am
Subject: December 2011 E-News - Holiday Party information Dec 16th!

red74k2003

Hello Everyone!

Please note: December Meeting is Canceled. We will be attending the Annual BirthNetwork NWA & ICAN Holiday party in place of the December 2011 meeting this month! Please see below for more information!

I cannot believe we are in December again! It has been an exciting year with the VBAC Ban lifted at most of the NW Arkansas hospitals! I, for one, was able to benefit from it! We've had babies born in our chapter this year via HBAC which makes us thankful for care providers who are practicing evidence-based medicine!

Along those lines, I'll ask again: If you or a friend has had a VBAC in a NW Arkansas hospital, can you please contact us? We are wondering how the VBAC ban reversal is working for everyone else!

We look forward to seeing you at the 2011 Holiday Party on December 16th!!! Our newsletter is below with more information!! Have fun reading!

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders!

Kari & Loryn
Co-Leaders, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news December 2011

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* 2011 Holiday Party: ICAN of NW Arkansas and BirthNetwork NWA, together, are hosting our annual Holiday Party on December 16th at 6:30 pm. The party will be located at The Green Bean in Rogers - 5208 Village Pkwy #11, Rogers, AR. It will be a potluck, a silent auction and a birth related white elephant gift exchange. If you are a business owner and you would like to contribute something to the silent auction to raise funds for your local non-profit group OR you have something unused in your house that would be silent auction worthy please contact Kari or Loryn!

* The 2013 ICAN Conference will be held in Seattle, WA!!! Start saving your pennies now!

* ICAN of NW Arkansas is a completely volunteer organization!! Please let us know if you would like to help us in anyway! Some examples of ways to help are leadership, committees, passing out information to places you go on a regular basis, helping at an event/booth, even as simple as bringing a snack to our meetings! Contact Kari for more info and/or to volunteer!

* I am still compiling a list of volunteers to be guest speakers at our meetings a couple times a year! If you would be interested in sharing how what you do or know is beneficial to cesarean prevention or recovery please contact Kari at ICANofNWArkansas@.... I plan to compile a list!

* Please continue to spread the word that Willow Creek, Siloam Springs and Northwest Bentonville hospitals are VBAC supportive!!! All of the Northwest Medical facilities have changed their VBAC policies to be in agreement with the new American College of Gynecologists (ACOG) VBAC recommendations.

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Upcoming Events:

* 2011 Holiday Party: December 16, 6:30pm at The Green Bean. See above for more details!

Fundraisers:

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website as well as local
Childbearing 5 Year: $125
Childbearing 10 Year: $250
Organization: $100

And more!

� Contact Kari or Loryn for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

Items of Interest:

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1442

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Thu Dec 15, 2011 7:53 pm
Subject: BIrthNetwork and ICAN Holiday Party reminder

Hello everyone!� Just a reminder that our holiday party, including silent auction, potluck, and "dirty santa" gift exchange is tomorrow!� That's Friday the 16th at 6:30 p.m. at the Green Bean in Rogers.

Meanwhile, did you know that 3W Magazine is giving away $3,000 to a local nonprofit?� If we happen to be your favorite, take a few seconds to let them know--the nonprofit with the most votes wins!� As you know, we are all-volunteer and donation-supported, so $3K would go a very long way for us!
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
Have you joined us on Facebook yet?

#1443

From: "Aly" <kirkpatrickar@...>
Date: Thu Dec 15, 2011 10:17 pm
Subject: childbirth classes

aly_kirkpatrick

Hi Everyone,

You may remember that I have been working towards childbirth certification
through BirthWorks for the last couple of years.  I am excited to share that I
am nearing the end of the program!  The last step is to teach an 8-week class
series.  I am hopeful that you, or someone you know, may be interested in taking
my class.  It will begin on Saturday, January 21st and will be held in
Fayetteville.  More information can be found on my website, 
http:ArkansasChildbirthPreparation.weebly.com

Please feel free to pass this email along to anyone you think might be
interested!

Have a great day,
Aly Kirkpatrick
Proud mama to Hope, Ian and Janie

#1444

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Fri Dec 16, 2011 11:52 pm
Subject: Holiday Party TONIGHT!! Location changed...

red74k2003

The holiday party has been moved to Pinnacle Chiropractic, 3201 Market St. Suite 105, Rogers. A big shout out to them for hosting on an hour's notice!!

Hope to see you there!
--

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1445

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Sat Jan 14, 2012 4:44 am
Subject: January 2012 ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news and Meeting Reminder

red74k2003

Hi Everyone!

Happy New Year!! Please join ICAN of NW Arkansas for �Open Forum� night MONDAY, January 16th. We will meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness, 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. Lap babies and toddlers are welcome. Please share this with others!

If you or a friend has had a VBAC or a VBAC attempt turned c-section (CBAC) or been refused a VBAC in a NW Arkansas hospital, can you please contact us? We are wondering how the VBAC ban reversal is working for everyone! Okay, so just contact us about your birth experience! :)

Our newsletter is below! Have fun reading! Please note some fundraising information from Usborne Books & More.

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders!

We look forward to seeing you!

Kari & Loryn
Co-Leaders, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news January 2012

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* We are beginning to start raising funds to attend the ICAN conference in Seattle, WA in 2013! Kari Campbell is donating 15% of the sales from your home show to ICAN for parties booked in February, March, April or May!!! Please contact: 479-250-0851 or WeRaiseReaders@....

* Birth Experiences Wanted:� We would like to hear about your birth experiences in NW Arkansas! We will keep it anonymous if you would like! Give me a call (479-250-0851) or send me an email (ICANofNWArkansas@...)

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Educational pre-recorded webinars are free to ICAN subscribers. They can be accessed through the main ICAN website, www.ican-online.org. If you are not a current subscriber, you may subscribe or renew through ICAN of NW Arkansas or pay the applicable download fee. Topics include:

Upcoming Events:

* January Meeting: Monday January 16th at 6:30pm... More details in Announcements!

* February Meeting: Monday February 20th� at 6:30pm.

Fundraisers:

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website as well as local
Childbearing 5 Year: $125
Childbearing 10 Year: $250
Organization: $100

And more!

� Contact Kari or Loryn for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* For the Monster - A place to find baby wearing items, cloth diapering, breastfeeding supplies and more! Shop online. Use code ICAN to save 5% on your order and receive FREE shipping! www.ForTheMonster.com or (888)886-4166

* Usborne Books & More: A portion of your purchases will be donated to ICAN! Please contact Kari Campbell to purchase fun, educational books for the children in your life! Book a party for February, March, April or May and get any item in the catalog 70% off at your party! 15% of the sales at your party will go to ICAN of NW Arkansas. E-mail: WeRaiseReaders@...; 479-250-0851; Online: www.WeRaiseReaders.com

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

Items of Interest:

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1446

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:35 pm
Subject: Labor tub for rent?

A sweet lady from Berryville just called BirthNetwork asking if we knew of anyone who could rent her a labor tub on short notice. She's due any day and planned to rent a tub from her midwife, but the tub is still with another client. Her husband works in Bentonville and is hoping to pick up a tub before he goes home today. Do you have a tub for rent? If so, email or call me with your number and I'll have her call you!

Thanks and have a great weekend!

~~~
Genet Jones
479.283.3867
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1447

From: A. Rene� Jacobs <doulacomfort@...>
Date: Fri Jan 20, 2012 6:46 pm
Subject: Re: Labor tub for rent?

doulacomfort

She called me and I referred her to Lucy and Janessa. Joy said she has one too
if both of those are rented out. I didn't get her contact info, just told her to
call me back if she needed anything else. If either.of those don't work out let
me know and I'll get with Joy. -Reneé

Sent from my Verizon Wireless Phone

Genet Jones <genetjones@...> wrote:

>A sweet lady from Berryville just called BirthNetwork asking if we knew of
>anyone who could rent her a labor tub on short notice. She's due any day
>and planned to rent a tub from her midwife, but the tub is still with
>another client. Her husband works in Bentonville and is hoping to pick up a
>tub before he goes home today. Do you have a tub for rent? If so, email or
>call me with your number and I'll have her call you!
>
>Thanks and have a great weekend!
>~~~
>Genet Jones
>479.283.3867
>Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1448

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Fri Jan 20, 2012 7:04 pm
Subject: Re: Labor tub for rent?

Thanks, Rene�!� Lucy has a tub available and Cori Graham also called me, so I think our caller has a couple of options now.�

I love seeing a Birth Network in action!� :)
~~~
Genet Jones
479.283.3867
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

On Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 12:46, A. Rene� Jacobs <doulacomfort@...> wrote:

�

She called me and I referred her to Lucy and Janessa. Joy said she has one too if both of those are rented out. I didn't get her contact info, just told her to call me back if she needed anything else. If either.of those don't work out let me know and I'll get with Joy. -Rene�

Sent from my Verizon Wireless Phone

Genet Jones <genetjones@...> wrote:

>A sweet lady from Berryville just called BirthNetwork asking if we knew of
>anyone who could rent her a labor tub on short notice. She's due any day
>and planned to rent a tub from her midwife, but the tub is still with
>another client. Her husband works in Bentonville and is hoping to pick up a
>tub before he goes home today. Do you have a tub for rent? If so, email or
>call me with your number and I'll have her call you!
>
>Thanks and have a great weekend!
>~~~
>Genet Jones
>479.283.3867
>Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1449

From: A. Rene� Jacobs <doulacomfort@...>
Date: Fri Jan 20, 2012 7:17 pm
Subject: Re: Labor tub for rent?

doulacomfort

Not a problem! I love having the resources right at the tip of my fingers!
-Reneé

Sent from my Verizon Wireless Phone

Genet Jones <genetjones@...> wrote:

>Thanks, Reneé!  Lucy has a tub available and Cori Graham also called me, so
>I think our caller has a couple of options now.
>
>I love seeing a Birth Network in action!  :)
>~~~
>Genet Jones
>479.283.3867
>Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
>
>
>On Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 12:46, A. Reneé Jacobs <doulacomfort@...>wrote:
>
>> **
>>
>>
>> She called me and I referred her to Lucy and Janessa. Joy said she has one
>> too if both of those are rented out. I didn't get her contact info, just
>> told her to call me back if she needed anything else. If either.of those
>> don't work out let me know and I'll get with Joy. -Reneé
>>
>> Sent from my Verizon Wireless Phone
>>
>>
>> Genet Jones <genetjones@...> wrote:
>>
>> >A sweet lady from Berryville just called BirthNetwork asking if we knew of
>> >anyone who could rent her a labor tub on short notice. She's due any day
>> >and planned to rent a tub from her midwife, but the tub is still with
>> >another client. Her husband works in Bentonville and is hoping to pick up
>> a
>> >tub before he goes home today. Do you have a tub for rent? If so, email or
>> >call me with your number and I'll have her call you!
>> >
>> >Thanks and have a great weekend!
>> >~~~
>> >Genet Jones
>> >479.283.3867
>> >Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
>>
>>
>>

#1450

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Mon Feb 6, 2012 10:19 pm
Subject: FAM/NFP workshop?

Hello everyone!

BirthNetwork NWA has the opportunity to host a workshop on FAM/NFP (fertility awareness method/natural family planning) on a Saturday morning in April or May. (If you've heard of the book Taking Charge of Your Fertility, these are the same methods.)

If you are interested, please fill out this survey so we can put together a workshop!
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1451

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Sat Feb 18, 2012 2:58 am
Subject: February ICAN of NW Arkansas Meeting

red74k2003

Hi Everyone!

Please join ICAN of NW Arkansas for �Open Forum� night MONDAY, February 20th. We will meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness, 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. Lap babies and toddlers are welcome. Please share this with others!

Our newsletter is below! Have fun reading! Please note some fundraising information from Usborne Books & More.

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders!

We look forward to seeing you!

Kari & Loryn
Co-Leaders, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas E-news February 2012

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* Congrats to Jill and Scott on the arrival of their sweet Liam on February 5th!!

* We are beginning to start raising funds to attend the ICAN conference in Seattle, WA in 2013! Kari Campbell is donating 15% of the sales from your home show to ICAN for Usborne Books and More parties or fundraisers booked in February, March, April or May!!! These are fun, educational books for the children in your life!! Please contact: 479-250-0851 or WeRaiseReaders@....

* We are looking for volunteers to help in leadership roles with our local ICAN chapter! Please contact Kari or Loryn and let us know if you'd like to help us out! Thanks!

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Upcoming Events:

* February Meeting: Monday February 20th� at 6:30pm. More details in Announcements!

* March "Topic Night" Meeting: Monday March 19th at 6:30pm. Topic to be announced!!

Fundraisers:

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website as well as local
Childbearing 5 Year: $125
Childbearing 10 Year: $250
Organization: $100

And more!

� Contact Kari or Loryn for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* Usborne Books & More: A portion of your purchases will be donated to ICAN! Please contact Kari Campbell to purchase fun, educational books for the children in your life! Book a party for February, March, April or May and get any item in the catalog 70% off at your party in addition to your free and discounted books! 15% of the sales at your party will go to ICAN of NW Arkansas. E-mail: WeRaiseReaders@...; 479-250-0851; Online: www.WeRaiseReaders.com

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

Items of Interest:

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1452

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Mon Feb 27, 2012 12:56 am
Subject: Single working mothers needed for research

Do we have any single working mamas in the house?

Britni Ayers is working on her thesis at the U of A and trying to include as many different demographics as possible.� If you are or have been a single working mother and would like to help Britni with her research, please send her an email at blayers@...!� Also feel free to pass this on to any of your friends who might be interested.
~~~
Genet Jones
479.283.3867

Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
Wordsmith, Ganesha Editorial Services

#1453

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Thu Mar 8, 2012 8:42 pm
Subject: FAM/NFP class

We're getting closer to confirming a date for our Fertility Awareness class!� It will be a two-hour class, and the cost will be $40 each for 1-5 people, $35 for 6-10 people, or $30 for 10 or more. We haven't confirmed a location yet, but we will do our best to make it convenient to the 540 corridor.

We have one more date option that our instructor would prefer, if enough can attend on that date.�� So if you want to take the class and can attend on the morning of Saturday, June 2 (we're aiming for a time of 10-noon), please either "like" our Facebook post about it, or if you don't use Facebook, click here to let us know the date works for you.

Thank you for your interest!
~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1454

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Fri Mar 16, 2012 3:45 pm
Subject: BirthNetwork NWA sponsorships

Hello from BirthNetwork NWA!

A large part of the BirthNetwork NWA commitment to community outreach includes having informational booths at events such as health fairs, baby expos, and women's expos.� Many of these events are free for nonprofits, but some are most definitely not free, so we are seeking sponsors for those event booths, listed below along with sponsorship deadlines.

Upcoming events for which we need sponsors:
> "The World's Largest Baby Shower," March 31, Holiday Inn Convention Center in Springdale. Sponsor deadline: March 27.
> NWA Business Women's Expo, September 18, JQ Hammons Center in Rogers. Sponsor deadline: September 10.

Sponsorship levels:
> Silver sponsor: $50-99.� Your name will be displayed on a large "thanking our sponsors" sign at our booth at the event of your choice.
> Gold sponsor: $100+.� Your name and logo will be displayed on our "thanking your sponsors" sign at the event of your choice.
> Event sponsor: Cost of the booth (varies by event--contact us for pricing).� We will dedicate an entire "event sponsor" sign to your business or cause.� We will design the sign in coordination with you, and it can include your name, logo, a quote or statistics about the value and importance of your services, and so on (the only restriction being compliance with the MFCI).

You are more than welcome to purchase sponsorships for more than one event, of course!

Please call or email us to reserve your sponsorship.� Thank you for your support for mother-friendly and evidence-based maternity care in NWA!
~~~
Genet Jones
479.283.3867
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas

#1455

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Sat Mar 17, 2012 9:28 pm
Subject: March ICAN of NW Arkansas Meeting

red74k2003

Hello Everyone!

Just a reminder that Monday, March 19th at 6:30 is our monthly support meeting at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness in Rogers! We are going to spend some time at the beginning talking about the search for a supportive care provider. Please come with some questions!

As a reminder, April is Cesarean Awareness Month (CAM). Subscriptions to our local chapter are discounted to $25 for an annual membership! For professional subscribers, the rate is $50 in April!! ICAN is an all volunteer organization that uses the funds raised to help build awareness and more! To become a subscriber, contact Kari or Loryn!

Look forward to seeing you on Monday!

Kari

--

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Loryn Davidson, Chapter Leader, 479-387-7443, loryndavidson@...

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��

#1456

From: ICAN of NW Arkansas <icanofnwarkansas@...>
Date: Sun Apr 15, 2012 9:43 pm
Subject: April ICAN of NW Arkansas eNews

red74k2003

Hi Everyone!

Please join ICAN of NW Arkansas for a celebration of Cesarean Awareness Month and "Open Forum" MONDAY, April 16th. We will meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Pinnacle Chiropractic and Family Wellness, 3201 Market St, Suite 105, Rogers, AR. Lap babies and toddlers are welcome. You can RSVP on our Facebook Event! Please share this with others!

Also want to add my thanks to Loryn for all of her hard work and support this past year! She is stepping down from the leadership role to spend more time with her family. Loryn, you are amazing!

Please �Like� us on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas for updates and meeting invites/reminders and feel free to share this email with those who would like to read it! If you want to be added to our mailing list send me a message!

See the newsletter is below! Have fun reading!

Look forward to seeing you!

Kari
Chapter Leader, ICAN of NW Arkansas

ICAN of NW Arkansas eNews April 2012

In this edition:

Announcements
ICAN of NW Arkansas online
Webinars
Upcoming Events
Fundraisers
Items of Interest
Library in Space
Contact Information

Announcements:

* Thanks to Loryn Davidson for her help and support of our local women, including myself! She is going to step back so she can support her family better!

* April is Cesarean Awareness Month!! Check out the reduced subscription rates in the Fundraising section.

* We are looking for volunteers to help in leadership roles with our local ICAN chapter! Please reply to this for more information on helping out! Thanks!

* Please continue to spread the word that Mercy, Willow Creek, Siloam Springs and Northwest Bentonville hospitals are VBAC supportive!!! These facilities have changed their VBAC policies to be in agreement with the new American College of Gynecologists (ACOG) VBAC recommendations. You still want to interview providers to find out if they are truly supportive of VBAC.

ICAN of NW Arkansas Online:

*Our website address http://www.ICANofNWArkansas.org/

*Connect with local parents on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ICANofNWArkansas

Webinars:

Upcoming Events:

* April� Meeting: Celebration of Cesarean Awareness Month as well as "Open Forum" Monday April 16th at 6:30pm.

* May Meeting: Monday May 21st at 6:30 pm.

Fundraisers:

* ICAN Subscription Levels:

Individual: $30 ($25 APRIL ONLY)
Professional: $60 � includes your information on the main ICAN website as well as local ($50 APRIL ONLY)
Childbearing 5 Year: $125 ($100 APRIL ONLY)
Childbearing 10 Year: $250 ($200 APRIL ONLY)

Lifetime Subscriber: $500 (No April CAM discount)

� Contact Kari for more information on becoming a subscriber and supporting women and babies in NW Arkansas

* Usborne Books & More: Kari Campbell is donating 15% of the sales from your home show to ICAN for Usborne Books & More parties or fundraisers booked in April or May!!! While you are helping women of NW Arkansas, the children in your life get FREE fun, educational books for the children in your life!! Please contact: 479-250-0851 or WeRaiseReaders@.... You can look online at www.WeRaiseReaders.com

* A limited number of VBAC t-shirts are still available. Get yours for only $10!

Items of Interest:

Library in Space:

As always, checkout is free to subscribers. A $10 deposit is required for non-subscribers.

*Library inventory:

Husband Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley

The Vaccine Book by Robert W. Sears

The Thinking Woman Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer

Pushed by Jennifer Block (*2 copies)

Supernatural Childbirth by Jackie Mize

Cesarean Voices by ICAN

Natural Childbirth After Cesareanby Karis Crawford & Johanne Walters

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer

This Isn't What I Expected by Valerie Raskin & Karen Kleiman

The American Way of Birthby Jessica Mitford

Ended Beginnings by Claudia Panuthus & Catherine Romeo

Secrets of the Baby Whisperer byTracy Hogg

Inner Beauty, Inner Light; Yoga for Pregnant Women by Frederick Leboyer

The Official Lamaze Guide by Judith Lothian & Charlotte DeVries

The Everything Birthing Book byPaula Ford-Martin

Breastfeeding; A Parents Guide by Amy Spangler

New Mothers Guide to Breastfeedingby Joan Younger

Sleeping Through the Night by Jodi Mindell

The Nursing Mothers Companionby Kathleen Huggins

Your Pregnancy Week-by-Week by Glade B. Curtis, MD, FACOG

*DVD* Baby Signs

*DVD* ICAN of NWA: VBAC Climate in NWA, March 2008 meeting

*Books on tape* The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League

Contact Information:

Kari Campbell, Chapter Leader, 479-250-0851, ICANofNWArkansas@...m

Aly Kirkpatrick, E-news editor, kirkpatrickar@... ��
www.ICANofNWArkansas.org

#1457

From: Genet Jones <genetjones@...>
Date: Tue May 1, 2012 7:21 pm
Subject: May BirthNetwork Meeting

Hello everyone!� Just a friendly reminder about this month's BirthNetwork meeting.� Our topic meetings are informal discussions, to which we invite at least one expert and/or professional to answer your questions.� Expectant parents, health care professionals, and anyone interested in mother-friendly maternity care is welcome.� Lap babies are also welcome.

Topic: postpartum and breastfeeding.� Come share your experiences and bring your questions about planning, preparation, support, and expectations in the "fourth trimester."� We have at least two La Leche League leaders, as well as other experienced professionals and mothers, who plan to attend.
Location: Pinnacle Chiropractic, 3201 Market St. Suite 105, Rogers, AR 72758
Date & Time: Saturday, May 5, 10 a.m.

~~~
Genet Jones
Coleader, BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
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