© 2010, Carol Peterson, ICCE, CD(DONA) Erie, PA
Birth Journeys
Carol Peterson, ICCE, HCHI, CD(DONA)
Instilling Confidence in Birth Since 2004
814-899-7722 * cbecarol@yahoo.com * Erie, PA
“The Business of Being Born”- Documentary of the business of birth in the US. Available through NetFlix and the Erie County Library.
“Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth” by Ina May Gaskin- Copies available at the Erie County Library.
“A Thinking Woman’s Guide to a Better Birth” by Henci Goer
“Pushed: The Painful Truth About Childbirth and Modern Maternity Care” by Jennifer Block
Lake Erie Association of Doulas- More information on the Erie doula network
Erie Fertility Awareness- Learn how to chart your fertile cycles for conception, contraception, or just well-being
Spinning Babies- Find out the position of your baby and learn how to get baby properly positioned for birth.
Cochrane Database- The Gold Standard in evidence-based medical practices. Search Pregnancy & Childbirth topics. Great reference for medical intervention.
International Cesarean Awareness Network- Learn more about the cesarean epidemic and how to avoid an unnecessary cesarean.
Le Leche League- Breastfeeding information and more.
Lansinoh- Breastfeeding information, including videos on proper latch.
Mothering Magazine- Information on natural parenting, breastfeeding, babies, cloth diapering, and more.
DONA International- Learn more about doulas and how we can help you.
Hospital-Based: Peggy Boyd and Stefanie Young, CNMs at Erie Women’s Health Partners.
Homebirth:
Jen Bozza, CNM, CRNP-
(716) 761-2067
Jill Johnson- 814-572-8956- www.intothesehands.com
Valerie Monterrey- www.eriehomebirth.com
The Lactation Center at St. Vincent- Monthly breastfeeding support group and group/private consultation. They also sell breastpumps and parts at competitive prices, nursing bras, and other supplies. 452-7732
Weekly Breastfeeding Support Group- Held at Chiropractic Solutions. Contact Lorraine Zacherl at 825-1102 for more information.
International Cesarean Awareness Network- Erie Chapter- Cesarean Prevention and Support- Monthly meetings- contact Sarah Imig- icanoferie@yahoo.com
