When and How to Contact
First Trimester
- Welcome to Pregnancy
- Self Care Tips
- Prenatal Nutrition
- Lending Library
- Suggested Reading List
- Initial OB Labwork
- Genetic Testing Options in Pregnancy
- Unity NIPT Genetic Screening Brochure
- Unity NIPT Genetic Screening Financial Assistance Form
- Gender reveal / keepsake ultrasound
Second Trimester
Classes & Doula Information
- Childbirth Education Classes
- Breastfeeding Classes
- Newborn Care Classes
- Doulas – Approved List
- Evidence on: Doulas by Evidence Based Birth
Supply/Prep Lists
Common Concerns in Pregnancy
- Medications in Pregnancy
- Acupuncture
- Essential Oils for Pregnancy, Birth, and Baby
- Prenatal Nutrition
- Holistic Health Visit
- Electrolytes
- Homeopathics
- Mood Herbs and Supplements
- Sleep Help
- Cold and Flu in Pregnancy
- Headaches
- Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy
- Heartburn
- Constipation in Pregnancy
- Hemorrhoids
- Diarrhea
- Gastroenteritis and Stomach Upset in Pregnancy
- Yeast Infection over the counter treatment
- UTIs (Bladder Infections) in Pregnancy
- Iron supplements
- Black Maternal Health
- Navigating Gender Affirming Care
- LGBTQ+ Resources
- Plus size pregnancy and birth
- Pre-eclampsia Education/ Prevention
- Aspirin – Low Dose Aspirin Information
- Advanced Maternal Age
- Pregnancy Over 40 and Induction of Labor
- Group Beta Strep in Pregnancy
- RhoGam Injection
- Non-Stress Test Information
- BPP Information
- Braxton Hicks Contractions & False labor
- Zika and Pregnancy
Pregnancy Aches & Pains/Pelvic Floor Resources
- Chiropractic Care
- Massage Therapists
- Aches and pains in 3rd trimester recommendations
- Leg cramps in pregnancy
- Daily Pelvic Floor Exercises from Spinning Babies
- Sciatica and Back Pain in Pregnancy
- SI Joint and Pelvic Pain Exercises
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Kineseotape
Improving Perinatal Health
- Nurse-Family Partnership
- Social Resources
- Colorado Crisis and Mental Health Resources
- Therapist Resources
- Perinatal Trauma Program
- Maternal Warning Signs
- Warning Signs Conversation Tool
Lab Test Information
- Testing risks benefits and alternatives
- Initial OB Labwork
- Genetic Testing Options in Pregnancy
- Unity NIPT Genetic Screening Brochure
- Unity NIPT Genetic Screening Financial Assistance Form
- Syphilis – Preventing Congenital Syphilis
- 24 to 28 week labs
- Group Beta Strep in Pregnancy
- Gestational Diabetes Screening 1-Hour Glucose Test
Vaccine & Medication Information
- Tdap Vaccine in Third Trimester of Pregnancy
- Flu Vaccine in Pregnancy
- Flu Vaccine Information Statement
- RSV – Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine During Pregnancy Recommendation
- RSV Vaccine- Newborn recommendations
- RSV – Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine Information Statement
- RhoGam
- Hepatitis B vaccine information statement
- Vitamin K Box and Insert
Positioning Baby for Birth
- Miles Circuit for optimal positioning
- Empowered Birth & Pregnancy- Marya: See the “If You Are a Client of Beginnings Birth Center” link for scheduling with Marya.
- Dysfunctional Labor Maneuver App
- Spinning Babies 3 Principles in Labor
- Spinning Babies Body Balancing
- Spinning Babies Daily Essentials digital download
- Spinning Babies free flip a breech info
- Spinning Babies $10 download turn a breech baby
Labor
- Homework to Keep Your Body Ready for Labor and Birth
- Spinning Babies
- Labor Encouragement
- Hemorrhage Prevention Options
- TXA / Cytotec Article – Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage
- Relaxation for Labor
- Eating and Drinking in Labor
- Waterbirth
- Comfort for Labor
- FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) for Birth – What’s Typical?
- Hospital Transfer Preparation: Just in Case
- Emergency Transfer Giude
- What is the process for transferring to a hospital?
- Cesarean Birth Information
VBAC
- VBAC Community Birth – Choosing Place and Provider – VBAC Facts
- 13 Myths About VBAC
- VBAC Community Birth – What Do We Know About Risk?
Postpartum
- Postpartum Information to Consider Before Birth
- Postpartum kit at precious arrows
- Postpartum Mom Instructions
- Postpartum Depression
- Postpartum Warning Signs
- What HELPS
- Frozen Pads, aka “Pad-sicles”
- Postpartum Hair Loss
- Belly Binding Bengkung
- Birth Control Resources
- Placenta Encapsulation
- Postpartum Doula
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Resources 211
- Postpartum Support International – Colorado
- Blues Away Postpartum Mood Support Dietary Supplement
Baby
- Birth Certificate Worksheet Instructions
- CO State Birth Certificate Worksheet
- CO State Birth Certificate Questions and Answers for New Parents
- El Paso County CO Official birth certificate ordering/pick up
- Baby Insurance, Birth Certificate, and Pediatrician Information
- 24-48 hour Postpartum Home Visit with Dr. Rachel Langley
- Baby Care Instructions
- Baby D Drops – for Baby After Birth (get on Amazon) – one drop on breast once a day gives all Vit D baby needs
- Baby Feeding & Diaper Log
- Baby’s Poops and Pees in Pictures
- Newborn Feeding Plans
- Feeding Plan Videos
- Newborn care reminders
- Calming a Crying Baby
- Car Seat Crying
- Car Seat Safety
- Choosing a Baby Carrier
- Colic
- Dental Care for Breastfed Babies
- Safe Sleep 7- Bedsharing
- The No Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns
- Sleeping Through the Night
- Wonderful Sounds for Sleep
- Pediatricians
- CCHD Pulse Ox Screening for Baby (will be done prior to discharge and again at a postpartum visit)
- Colorado Newborn Screening Program Information (Newborn Screen/PKU Test)
- Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) Testing
- RSV Vaccine- Newborn recommendations
- Hepatitis B vaccine information statement
- Newborn Erythromycin Eye Ointment
- Newborn Vitamin K
- Vitamin K Box and Insert
Circumcision
- Circumcision Information
- Circumcision Preparation
- Circumcision- Day of Instructions
- Circumcision- After the Circumcision
- Circumcision- Evidence Based Birth Article
Breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding Prenatal Info
- Breastfeeding Basics
- Breastfeeding Classes
- IBCLC Recommendations
- Breastfeeding Myths and Facts
- Breastfeeding Starting Out Right
- Breastfeeding The First Few Weeks
- Is Baby Getting Enough
- Exclusive Breastfeeding
- Pumping and Hand Expression
- La Leche League Toolkit
- Cue Feeding
- Latch
- Sore Nipples
- Managing Supply
- Engorgement
- Mastitis & Clogged Milk Duct
- Grandparent Support
- Mom-To-Mom Human Milk Donation Groups
- Breastfeeding Beyond One Year
- Weight Loss and Breastfeeding
- Exercise While Breastfeeding
Documents Mentioned in the Birth Center Wrap Up Class
- Homework to Keep Your Body Ready for Labor and Birth
- Baby Care Instructions
- Breastfeeding Basics
- Postpartum Mom Instructions
- FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) for Birth – What’s Typical?
- What is the process for transferring to a hospital?
- El Paso County CO Official birth certificate ordering/pick up
General Information
- Glossary of Terms
- Resources for Expectant Fathers and Co-Parents
- Photographers
- Medicaid transportation assistance
- Client Grievances
- Personal Safety Information
- Personal Safety Plan
- Navigating Insurance as a Minor
Effects of Drugs and Alcohol in Pregnancy
- Prescription Pain Killers
- Alcohol
- Cigarette Smoking in Pregnancy
- Smoking Cessation
- Cocaine
- E-cigarettes (Vaping)
- Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD)
- Magic Mushrooms
- Methamphetamine
- Marijuana
- MDMA (Molly, Ecstasy)
- Heroin
- Opioids
- Ketamine (Ketalar)