Natalieboo

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  1. Is doula training useful?

    Natalieboo replied to BonnieSc's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As a doula for the past three years, I am ecstatic to see the responses here! It makes me feel very proud that our training is respected and sought out by others in the birth community, ESPECIALLY...

  2. OB questions

    Natalieboo replied to guest27716's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I have a serious and honest question and really hope it doesn't get taken the wrong way. Have you considered trying for a birth with NO painkillers? Then you won't have to worry about any of that. I...

  3. Personal Support Worker?

    Natalieboo posted a topic in International Nursing

    Is a PSW here in Ontario comparable to a CNA in the States? I am American and have been in Canada for 3 years. Just recently, I received my Canadian Permanent Residence and am now able to work and...

  4. Mean/Rude Doctors

    Natalieboo replied to k_cole21's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    A doula provides emotional and physical support to a woman in labor. I could seriously go on and on about a doula, so PM me if that definition does not

  5. Mean/Rude Doctors

    Natalieboo replied to k_cole21's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I get enough crap BECAUSE I'm a doula (from nurses too ) this is why I am afraid to become a nurse. I worry I may be too sensitive for the job. It's funny because I think of myself as a very "nurse...

  6. Photography in L&D

    Natalieboo replied to pebbles1977's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I completely understand where you guys are coming from in that you have duties you need to perform without cameras getting in your way. However, coming from the other end here, I am SO greatful my...

  7. Intimidated by the thought of learning vag exams...help!

    Natalieboo replied to onehusbandsevenkids's topic in Ob/Gyn

    onehusbandsevenkids & BabyRN2Be: I'm a doula looking to get into nursing as well! Nice to see others here. Honestly, I can't wait to perform lady partsl examinations! Sounds funny, but I know it...

  8. What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    Natalieboo replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    Oh no, that is absolutely awful! I was in a similar situation but had a much better experience. I am an American in Canada and did not have the health insurance here. I had UTIs before, but this one...

  9. Legal implications of providing care post D/C

    Natalieboo replied to Hannahrn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    As long as no medical procedures need to be done to the babies at home, I would recommend a Postpartum Doula to them. They work for about $20 an hour and do exactly what the parents sound like they...

  10. MRSA in the NICU.....question for you

    Natalieboo replied to carolina_girl's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Sorry, just a curious reader... what does MRSA stand for? Thanks!

  11. Wound Care Question

    Natalieboo posted a topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    A little background first: My hubby had a pilonidal sinus and cyst excised in mid Feb. A few weeks ago was his last visit to the surgeon and he was healed to the point that it didn't require packing...

  12. Do you count?

    Natalieboo replied to ayndim's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As a doula, some clients like counting and some don't. It's all a personal thing and I go with their cues. Sometimes they will plan it in their birth plan (it's usually the people that say absolutely...

  13. Postpartum rooms in your hospital, are they all private?

    Natalieboo posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have been a doula at two hospitals in the area, one has 1 bed and 2 bed, where you have to pay $150 extra a night for the private rooms, and the other hospital has 1 bed, 2 bed and 4 bed wards. I...

  14. 13 pound infant...thank goodness it was c-section!

    Natalieboo replied to becca.utns's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Nevermind giving birth to it, it must have been a HUGE and uncomfortable task carrying that baby the last few weeks!! I know on my parenting board right now we've got a couple ladies around 30 weeks...

  15. Postpartum rooms in your hospital, are they all private?

    Natalieboo replied to Natalieboo's topic in Ob/Gyn

    haHA! So that's what LDRP means! I thought it was something like that, but having never seen a hospital with an LDRP unit, I wouldn't know! Thanks

  16. Wound Care Question

    Natalieboo replied to Natalieboo's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Aha! Okay I get it. Thanks very much! Yep I am wringing it out and it's being packed into the wound. I cover it with a dry 4x4 folded in half and then tape that to his butt. :chuckle Also the inner...

  17. Wound Care Question

    Natalieboo replied to Natalieboo's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    What exactly does that mean? Thank you!!

  18. How do you really feel about 5-star rooms?

    Natalieboo replied to maddiecat's topic in General Nursing

    If they can pay for it, of course! They have a right to drive a BMW if they can buy one

  19. Wound Care Question

    Natalieboo replied to Natalieboo's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    He doesn't mind the tape gwenith :) There actually is not much drainage. It doesn't even drain onto the folded 4x4. Lysa what is a VAC system?

  20. Wound Care Question

    Natalieboo replied to Natalieboo's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Thanks for the article gwenith! And kay, thanks SO much for the advice! I'm going to ask the nurse for aquacel or acticote silver when she visits the last time this week. There is still drainage....

  21. Can you get hired into L&D right out of nursing school?

    Natalieboo posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi there! Will hospitals hire nurses into L&D just out of nursing school? Will it help that I will have been a birth doula for 6 years by the time I am done with school? I live in a "hospital...

  22. Wound Care Question

    Natalieboo replied to Natalieboo's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    You had to say that, didn't you? :chuckle Fortunately, I have a digital camera and a willing husband. Here are photos from this morning's packing: Here is the wound, my DH's fingers in the picture so...

  23. What does it take to be a good L & D nurse?

    Natalieboo replied to QTRN74's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am curious to hear the answers too! Great

  24. Can you be a nurse if you're not outgoing?

    Natalieboo posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm looking into a nursing career, and it really seems to be something I want to do, but I'm afraid I may not have the personality for it. I'm usually very comfortable talking to people, but there are...

  25. Bath After Broken Water

    Natalieboo posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I've heard two sides to this: No bath after water is broken because of risk of infection and The risk of infection from taking a bath is minimal, because water is not usually FORCED up the lady...