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Birth Pool Options & Supplies

Tuff Stuff - $109

110 gallon plastic, oval-shaped pool with rigid sides for support. Available locally at Tractor Supply.

La Bassine - $160 + shipping

A high-quality, compact birth pool designed for intimate spaces. Made from eco-friendly vinyl with a transparent base for visibility.

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Passages - $130 + shipping

Inflatable pool designed by a midwife with wide sides for support and clear bottom rings for illumination.

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Amazon Pool - $70

Affordable inflatable round pool with a apadded bottom and handles

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Waterbirth Kit - $55

Required supplies for your waterbirth (or you can purchase a kit designed especially for your pool)

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Informative Podcasts

The Homebirth Midwife Podcast: Why Your Midwives Come in Active Labor

A detailed discussion about why it is best for midwives to arrive when you’re in active labor as opposed to earlyl labor

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All About Home Birth Midwifery Care

An overview of what home birth midwifery care looks like in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and how it differs from standard obstetric care.

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Evidence on Waterbirth

Research-based discussion on the safety, benefits, and considerations of waterbirth

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Evidence on Group B Strep in Pregnancy

Evidence-based information on GBS testing, risks, and options

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The Vitamin K Shot in Newborns

A review of research surrounding the practice of giving Vitamin K to newborns and the risks and realities of the condition called Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding

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Inducing Labor with Castor Oil and Dates

A look at natural methods for induction and the evidence behind them.

***Talk to me before you take castor oil!!!

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The Great Birth Rebellion

An evidence-based podcast that critically examines maternity care practices and provides pregnant and postpartum individuals with the strategies they need to make informed decisions and curate a positive birth experience

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Childbirth Education

Local classes are somewhat limited and heavily skewed toward medicalized birth. I suggest these virtual classes

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Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class

Hearth and Home Midwifery

Your Guide to a Natural & Empowering Childbirth

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Doula Links

These doulas are certified and accept Apple Health

Sun-A-Do

Support blending traditional indigenous practices and modern techniques, paving the way for empowering birthing experiences.

* Also offers prenatal massage!

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Cheryl Lowe

Tender loving care from pregnancy to postpartum for families on the Olympic Peninsula

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