Showing posts with label newborn. Show all posts
Showing posts with label newborn. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Online Prepared Childbirth Classes during the CoVid19 Pandemic 2020

 Rumours of the nationwide lock down was lurking  in the air. I heard it first from my daughter. It did not seem believable that it could possibly happen. And yet after a few days, on March 17, 2020, it did and they called it Enhance Community Quarantine! I could not imagine what that meant and its impact to all of us. This has never happened in my lifetime. Another first. My daughter said it meant that we could not go out of our homes. The hospitals will no longer be able to accommodate us if we got CoVid19 because the hospitals will be full from other patients so we would have to self heal if ever you get the virus. People started to panic buy in the groceries. One of the things that became scare aside from the canned goods were toilet paper, can you believe it? It's now December 9, 2020 and somehow the government has not been as strict as our country tries to straighten the curve. Meaning, to manage the number of people getting CoVid19.

I continued to teach Childbirth Classes. Starting April, I started Online Classes since the pregnant women and the seniors were not allowed to go out and were quarantined afraid to get the virus. We were the ones more susceptible because of age and condition and the sickness will be more serious if we got it.

I continue to be hopeful and grateful to God for the coming 2021 though we all know that this battle is not yet over. We continue to wait for a cure, a vaccine that is sae and has no side effects.

During this time, being with our families is an opportunity to bond and be closer to each other and to plan for what is ahead.

Thank you Lord for our god health and daily provision.





 



Saturday, July 25, 2020

20200725 Arriane tells her birth story


The Newborn Class today was a mixed group unlike the usual classes we have. There were the first time pregnant mommies to be & Arriane who had just given birth two weeks ago. I asked her to share her experience and she was very open and honest to the group.





Christine was a first time mom and her greatest concern was how will it be when she gives birth alone without her husband there. Fortunately Arriane gave birth in the same hospital where Christine was going to give birth. How providential is that?! We got a lot of first hand information.

Arianne Was scheduled to visit her doctor & was due anytime now. When her doctor checked, she was already 4-5cm & she wasn’t even in pain yet. Her OB immediately reserved the birthing suit for her. It’s a good thing she did because there was another lady waiting to reserve the room after her. The suite came with a personal nurse who attended to her. This made her feel secure knowing she had a companion the whole time since her husband was not allowed to be with her. The room costs something like PHP P38,000. for 8 hours & was billed by the hour after that.

She arrived at 2pm and by 7pm her daughter was born. She was also allowed to bring her cellular phone with her. What a treat! Her husband reserved a room but he was allowed to be in there only when his wife is in the room. Living near, he decided to go home. I think it was a practical  decision since he didn’t really know what time the birth will end. It was also physically safer to stay at home. When the birth was done, she called for him to go back. It wasn’t until another two hours when he finally was allowed to go inside their reserved suite. Thats because the mother’s recovery takes a hour or two. She had a normal delivery using epidural at 8cm. The usual hospital stay is around 2-3 days. For your budget for a normal delivery, prepare anywhere from Php150,000 to Php200,000. More for a cesarean.

The government had declared ECQ, enhances community quarantine the first time in March 16. We were in total lock down in our homes. This CoVid19 was fast spreading & so dangerous for all especially for the senior citizens as well as for the pregnant moms. The hospitals had no direct protocols to follow in the beginning. Lives of people were at risk and taken, especially our brave front liners, the doctors and the nurses. So eventually the hospital had to protect their workers and their patients. They stopped allowing the husbands and doulas in accompanying the women in the labor and delivery room. So this caused more anxiety and fear to the pregnant moms. Adding To this was the fear of possibly contracting the virus themselves & worse, their baby.

We ended after seven hours including lunch break. At the end we all felt fulfilled, better equipped and knowledgeable and I think that that’s what’s important. Preparation education and support makes a pregnant mom feel less anxious & fearful.



Tuesday, July 21, 2020

ONLINE CLASSES in JULY & AUG 2020 on Birth & The Newborn & Infant CPR



Who would have thought that our lives will change just because of a virus? The CoVid19 has become a pandemic & has shaken the whole world! Most of us remain quarantined because it’s the safest way to be especially for the pregnant women. This has become the new normal. Group gatherings have been prohibited & social distancing implemented.

Everyone went viral online webinars!!! Thank you to modern technology!

There are so many new moms to be who have tons of questions re. their pregnancy, birth and their newborn. To continue our desire to help new moms to be, we right away did Online Classes!

Here are the up coming Online Parenting Schedules:

*July 25 Sat. 10-5pm The Newborn, Breastfeeding & Postpartum

*Aug. 1 Sat. 10-5pm Labor and Birth

*Aug. 16 Sun. 1-5pm Most awaited Infant CPR & First Aid Class

Please Pre-register& avail of our
discount promos!
Go to "Contact" in www.birthtimes.net

You may also inquire from Rose +63920-9052737

Email: birthtimes@gmail.com

See you!

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

WEBINAR BIRTH CLASS ON APRIL 18. LEARN MORE!


Join our Birth Class via online WEBINAR this Saturday APRIL 18. Avail of promo discount! Must preregister! Visit www.BirthTimes.net contact Grelly 0920-9052737


Wednesday, February 27, 2019

20190220 Birth Class Students Lou & Girlie PCC 294 !


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Dropped the placenta pills we encapsulated. Baby was born one week early because the bag of water already raptured but the cervix did not dilate.  In fear of infection, a CS was performed. Both baby and mommy are fine.

Congratulations to first time Mommy Girlie and Daddy Lou Gerald from Class 294!!!

Tuesday, February 26, 2019

20190223 Surprise! Former Childbirth Students have grown up kids!


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What a pleasant surprise when I sow Poncho, the son of my good friend Bobby. He is now 30! That long ago. I knew her and her husband. from church They came to my Childbirth Class years ago! I like taking photos of my students and their children when I bump into them. It rings me so much joy that I was once a part of their birth  testimony.

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What another pleasant surprise when I met another couple who were also my students in the same event of Home Schoolers in Filinvest,  Muntinglupa They are Bles & Aaron de Guzman. It's the first time I heard of Bles birth story. She was able to give birth naturally free of drugs and anaesthesia!Not just to her first born son but also to her 2 other younger sons! Isn't she amazing? Their first born is Arniel age 22! Wow, that long ago! Arniel is on the right side of the picture.



Sunday, January 6, 2019

2019 CHILDBIRTH CLASS SCHED FOR QUEZON CITY & MAKATI & PARAƑAQUE

Prepare Childbirth Class #292, January 2019 TPE, QC

As of April 18,, 2019

TO BOOK A CLASS VISIT: 
https://www.birthtimes.net

IMPORTANT: Regularly visit this site for future announcements and for any changes in venue and schedule. Visit at least five days before the class. 

After booking, reserve your slot , Avail of the Early Bird Promo discount of P500/couple! Pay
in advance. None refundable. Contact Grey 0920-9052737.

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SCHEDULE DATES FOR QUEZON CITY
DAY: SUNDAYS

PCC 292     JANUARY          January 6

PCC 294      FEBRUARY       February 3 

PCC 296      FEBRUARY       February 16 Saturday

PCC 298      MARCH             March 10

PCC 300      APRIL                April 7

PCC 302      MAY                   May 5

PCC 304      JUNE                 June 2

PCC 306      JULY                  July 14

PCC 308      AUGUST            August 4

PCC 310     SEPTEMBER     September 1

PCC 312     OCTOBER         October 6 

PCC 314      NOVEMBER      November 3

PCC 316     DECEMBER      December 1

TIME: 8:30-6:00pm

VENUQUEZON CITY 
WAZE: The Parenting Emporium
29 1st St. New Manila
near Robinson Magnolia, enter through Hemady St.which is one way going towards Aurora Blvd.
CAR PARK: Inside the compound 1st come 1st served.

MAKE YOUR BOOKING IN https://www.birthtimes.net
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SCHEDULE DATES FOR MAKATI (tentative)
DAY: SATURDAYS
NOTE: INCLUSIVE OF LUNCH, bring drinks for yourselves!

PCC 293     JANUARY          Jan. 12

PCC 295     FEBRUARY       February 9

PCC 297     MARCH             March 2

PCC 299    APRIL                April 13

PCC 301     MAY                   May 11

PCC 303     JUNE                 June 8

PCC 305     JULY                  July 6

PCC 307     AUGUST            August 10

PCC 309     SEPTEMBER     September 7

PCC 311     OCTOBER         October 12

PCC 000     NOVEMBER     NO CLASS

PCC 000     DECEMBER       NO CLASS

TIME: 8:30-6:00pm

VENUE: MAKATI 
WAZE: Soliman Corporate Center
2182 Chino Roces Avenue
Legaspi Village, Makati
NEAREST CAR PARK: Makati Cinema Square,
Drop your wife first before you park.

MAKE YOUR BOOKING IN https://www.birthtimes.net    
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SCHEDULE DATES FOR PARAƑAQUE
DAY: SATURDAYS

PCC 000     JANUARY         NO CLASS        

PCC 000     FEBRUARY      NO CLASS

PCC 000     MARCH             NO CLASS

PCC 313    APRIL                 April 27

PCC 315     MAY                   May 18

PCC 317     JUNE                 June 15

PCC 319     JULY                  July 20

PCC 321     AUGUST            August 17

PCC 323     SEPTEMBER     September 14

PCC 325     OCTOBER         October 19

PCC 327      NOVEMBER     November 10 

PCC 329     DECEMBER      December 8 

TIME: 8:30-6:00pm

VENUE: PARAƑAQUE 
WAZE: All Things Infant, PH
114 Multinational Ave.
Unit J, Morgana Building, 3rd floor (last floor)
Moonwalk, Multinational Village
ParaƱaque City,Metro Manila 
Philippines
Parking: Limited slots, in front of the building

MAKE YOUR BOOKING IN https://www.birthtimes.net
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BRING ALWAYS: 1 yoga mat or beach towel in every class, 2 bed pillows (optional), paper & ball pen for taking down notes though a manual will be given, snacks and drinks for yourselves, packed lunch or eat out during 45mins. lunch break.

WEAR: Comfy lose casual clothes, jogging pants or a long loose skirt for the ladies, close or tight fitting
blouse where your breasts will not show when you bend forward for the pelvic rock exercises.

HOW TO PRE-REGISTER: Go to Booking site!
https://birthtimes.net
If you encounter problems or questions in booking, you may contact Lovely: +63920-9052737 or +63950-0262524

TOPICS COVERED: ( there may be a slight variation on the sessions when topics will be taken up)
Topics cover everything you need to know about labor, birth, the new born & most especially the role of your husband/partner. 

Session 1: Introduction, Common Complaints, Warning Signs, How to stay healthy, Anatomy, Terms &   
            Definitions, Cardinal Movements, Pregnancy Exercises, Progressive Relaxation

Session 2: Nutrition, Goody bag, Birth Plan, SOP's on Hospital Procedures for Mother & the new born, 
            Role of the Coach, Signs of Labor, Stages of Labor, Breathing & Relaxation

Session 3: Drugs & Medication, Tests & Interventions, Cesarean, Panic Routine, Positions in Labor, 
            Massages & Comfort Measures

Session 4: Breathing, Different Positions, Massages, Pushing and if there's time, New Born Appearance & 
            Baby Care, Safe Sleep for infants to prevent SIDS, Swaddling, Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and more
            Graduation Awarding of Certificates

OTHER SERVICES: 
Placenta Encapsulation (Traditional Chinese Method): 1 week to deliver 80-150 capsules depending on size
             of the placenta. Only 1-2 years life self.
             Learn more here. How to make it yourself.
Placenta Tincture: 7 weeks to deliver. Longer shelf life, almost no expiration date. You can order tincture only if
             you will do the placenta encapsulation. We don't take orders of just the tincture.
TEXT Lovely +63920-9052737

Benefits: It's hormonal make-up is completely special and unique to the mother.
           1. Helps uterus go back to normal size and shape
           2. Shorter postpartum bleeding
           3. Breast Milk often starts in quicker
           4. More Breast Milk production
           5. Hormone Stabilizer
           6. Decrease Baby Blues and PPD
           7. Decrease postpartum "night sweats"
           8. Increase Iron
           9. Increase in strength/stamina
          10. Increase in Mental Clarity
          11. Help you sleep better

Procedure: Ask your OB if your placenta is healthy and if you can bring it home. Right after the
            birth, instruct nurse not to put any chemicals or formalin. Put in a 1 pound zip lock plastic container.
            Better to doulble insulate.Put this in a cooler with ice. As soon as possible once you
            have a room, put the placenta in zip lock in the freezer. Inform for pick up asap (0920-9052737).

            A few women may have an allergic reaction to their placenta just disregard if it happens. No refund.

            Please submit clearance from your OB regarding status of pregnant mom: vaginal track (if ever, declare 
            kind of infection), & negative on Hepatitis B and HIV. Submit together with placenta and full payment
            in cash. Note: We do not encapsulate if she has Hepa B & if HIV positive.
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My Precious Students,

If you learned a lot and feel the class has helped you, please don't keep me a secret. Share the class with your friends and relatives.

It was a privilege to have been a part of your birth journey and to have shared your joy! 

Remember that I am also a Senior Financial Adviser for over 15 years, it would be my pleasure to meet with you to see how I could be of service regrading financial planning for your family. This would be on a no commitment basis. Just happy to extend my help as I did to hundreds of families. 

Looking forward to hearing from you again.

Bless to bless!

Chiqui
+63920-9052737

2019 NEW!!! INFANT CPR AND FIRST AID CLASS



INFANT CPR and FIRST AID CLASS 
because we love our kids and truly care...


Have you ever wondered what to do in certain helpless emergencies involving our little children? We con now be equipped and confident by attending this one day session.

This class is a lecture demonstration on  several modules in First Aid and Basic Life Support-CPR particularly for infants. This covers your newborn to your toddlers. 

The class will provide the parents with the knowledge on emergency techniques and the modus operandi for a particular situation. 

You will be able to comprehend how to recognise and respond to certain illnesses and unexpected injuries. 

This is a none certificated course. 


AVAIL of our EARLY BIRD PROMO with DISCOUNT rate of P500. To learn more and to pre-register go to: https://www.birthtimes.net


The following are the topics in the class depending on the chosen modules of our facilitators.

Introduction to First Aid
Emergency Action Principles
Cardiac Emergencies
Airway and Breathing Emergencies
Bleeding and Shock
Soft Tissue Emergencies
Head and Spit Injuries
Bones, Joints, and Muscle Injuries
Medical Emergencies
Environmental Emergencies
Lifting and Moving

PRE-REGISTRATION IS A MUST only for the 1st quarter first, January to March!
BOOK ONLINE!
https://www.birthtimes.net

2019 SCHEDULES: (tentative)
Saturdays
CRP class #
001             January 19
000             February 16 (CANCELLED as of 20190111 no avail. venue)
002             March 24

Tentative Class Schedule below:
003             April 14
004             May 25
005             June 29
006             July 27
007.            August 24
008             September 28 26
009             October

TIME: 8:30-5:00pm

VENUE: Quezon City
29 1st Street
New Manila, Quezon City
Near Robinson Magnolia. Enter through Hemady St.  

CAR PARK: Inside the compound

WHAT TO BRING:  Snacks & water for your selves, Packed luncher or you my prefer to eat out.

LUNCH BREAK: 12-12;45pm

FOR CONCERNS CONTACT LOVELY: 0920-9052737, 0905-0262524





Sunday, December 30, 2018

20181125 Welcome Brianna Elise!

 In the bible it says,...

Psalm 127:3-5 New International Version (NIV)
Children are a heritage from the Lord,
    offspring a reward from him.
Like arrows in the hands of a warrior
    are children born in one’s youth.









It was drizzling and  & the sky was grey but inspire of the weather, I looked forward to Brianna’s baptism & excited that this tiny four months old baby is now going to be a Christian. What a wonderful thing that myy 2 daughters are her God parents.

I can't help but reminisce the birth of Bri's mother, my God Child. It was twenty two years ago when I was in the the hospital waiting for her to be born. I was privileged to be the first one to see her. The nurse from the operating room brought Bri's mom out for the family see. She was so fair and beautiful even as a baby. I can’t believe ‘that my God Child is now a full grown woman with her very own baby Brianna.Indeed every child is a blessing to the Lord!

What a wonderful circle of life! Many of us realise that It is only when we become mothers ourselves that we fully understand the sacrifices, the pain & the joys of motherhood. Parenting is a serious matter. It defines the child & makes her who she is. We need to raise them in the fear & in the knowledge of God because it gives them their identity & the security they would need when they grow up as individuals.

Welcome to our Christian world!

Thursday, November 15, 2018

20181116 The Gate Theory

One of the topics we learned in the Burth Class was the Gate Theory. I think it’s a very interesting theory & makes me think if it was one of the reasons why I’m able to stand the stress & pain if my 5 labor’s.

This theory came into being in the early1960’s. It works by blocking the transmission of painful sensations from the bottom of the spinal colon, called the the “gate”,  by switching it “off” so it does not reach the nervous system on to the brain. The stimulants are massage pressure touch etc. .. That is why a labor partner/coach is very important to have. The best person would be your Husband because he is a person you can be relaxed with. Relaxation plays a very important factor in the Gate Theory.

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

20181111 A Husband shares what he does to make Wife comfy in our Birth Class

As of 2018115

We go around the room in a circle and couples share what changes they have noticed in their wives ever since she got pregnant. Now that their wives are pregnant, they noticed that she has a lot of physical discomforts. One Father had the symptoms of pregnancy. He was the one craving for certain foods to eat.

In this video, a Husband shares what he does to make her feel more comfortable.

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

20181111 Testimony of a young couple in re. Chiqui’s Birthtimes@hmail.com Class


It’s their 1st time to attend a Birth  Class!

Childbirth w/o Fear book by Dr. Grantly Dick-Read

Was so touched reading some of Dr. Grantly Dick-Read’s famous quotes from his book, Childbirth without Fear. Giving him tribute! So very grateful in his break through in being able to start Childbirth Classes during his era when women were being knocked out during our birth. Truly, he is the Father of Natural Childbirth!

https://goo.gl/images/upKTPN

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

20181021 Video Testimony from blogger “Teach w Joy”


PCC 289 October 21, 2018 The Parenting Emporium, QC



20181021
I was pleasantly surprised when Joy contacted me to find out the schedule of my next Childbirth Class. I thought maybe she would refer me to a preggy friend, only to find out it was for her. This is her sixth time to attend my class. Yes this is her 6th baby with me! How wonderful to have her! She lives up to her name because she’s really a positive joyful person. 

She and Edric shared their birth stories to their classmates who eagerly listened. I was sure they were more than encouraged because of the sharing. I pray that this 6th birth will be her easiest labor & birth! God bless you both as you lead others into good parenting. 

You should follow Joy’s blog as she shares her joys & challenges in being a wife and a mother. 
“Teach with Joy” in Instagram and Facebook




























Tuesday, November 6, 2018

2018 BIRTH CLASS ON DECEMBER! AVAIL OF P501 DISCOUNT! 2 VENUES TO CHOSE FROM!


 as of November 26, 2018
ONE DAY INTENSIVE BIRTH CLASS!!! Three dates to chose from!

IMPORTANT!!! Dec. 2 Birth Class will NOt push through. Cancelled!

AVAIL OF PROMO DISCOUNT OF P501. (if you pay in full before the class).
Text Lovely how to preregister & how much & where to deposit.
0920-9052737.

VIDEOING THE TEACHER DURING CLASS IS NOT ALLOWED.

DATE &CLASS NUMBER:
Saturdays. Subject to change so visit regularly to check.

PCC # 291       DECEMBER 2 Venue The Parenting Emporium, QC (CANCELLED!)
PCC # 291       DECEMBER 8 Venue Soliman Corporate Center, Makati
PCC # 291       DECEMBER 9 Venue The Parenting Emporium, QC

TIME: 8;30-5:30PM

3 VENUES TO CHOOSE FROM: 
WAZE: Rockwell Eastbay Residences
Km 21, East Service Road
Sukat, Muntinlupa

WAZE: Soliman Corporate Center 
2182 Chino Roces Ave. 
3rd FLOOR, ROOM 2
Legaspi Village, Makati
Street parking & in near by establishments w parking.

WAZE: The Parenting Emporium
29 1st Street, New Manila
Quezon City
LUNCH: We will have a 1 hour lunch break for those who want to eat out. You may also bring your own packed lunch & snacks & water/drinks. Please clean as you go. 

BRING:
1. 1 Yoga Mat or beach towel
2. 2 Bed pillows & back support gadgets for yourselves while on the floor-optional 
3. Pen and paper for taking down notes. A manual will be provided.
3. Packed lunch, Snacks & water for yourselves. 
4. Baby doll or stuff toy & receiving blanket for swaddling.-optional

WEAR:
PREPARE TO SIT ON THE FLOOR for our pregnancy exercises & positions in labor. So wear casual comfy clothes, sandals, rubber shoes. Preggy moms can wear pants, leggings, shorts or long lose dress, preferably close neck blouse so nothing is seen when we bend over for floor exercises.

TOPICS COVERED: 
Topics cover everything you need to know about labor, birth & more. 
Session 1 AM: Lecture
Introduction, Common Complaints, Body Changes, Warning Signs, How to stay healthy, Anatomy, Terms & Definitions, How baby goes down the pelvis, Pregnancy Exercises, Progressive Relaxation, Nutrition, Goody bag, Birth Plan, SOP's on Hospital Procedures for Mother & the new born, Drugs Medication, Tests & Interventions, Cesarean...

Session 2 PM: Hands On
Role of the Coach, Signs of Labor, Phases & Stages of Labor, Breathing & Relaxation, Panic Routine, Positions in Labor, Massages & Comfort Measures, Breathing, Relaxation, Pushing & More. Awarding of Certificates

HOW TO PRE-REGISTER: Do so by texting the information below:
" YES2BIRTH (type date you will join) / (city venue of birth class)/ you & your partner's names/ EDD est. due date/ OB/ Hospital/ contact details mobile/ landline/ office no./ City of residence/ how did you learn about Chiqui/ email address/ Facebook account name/ Instagram account name/ " TEXT this to Lovely: +63920-905-27-37 (Smart).



OTHER SERVICES: 
Placenta Encapsulation (Traditional Chinese Method): Takes 1 week to deliver 80-150 capsules depending on size of the placenta. Only1-2 years life self. Learn more here. How to make it yourself.
Placenta Tincture: 7 weeks to deliver. Longer shelf life, almost no expiration date. You can order tinctureif you will do the placenta encapsulation. We don't take orders of just the tincture.

Benefits: It's hormonal make-up is completely special and unique to the mother.
           1. Helps uterus return normal size & shape
           2. Shorter postpartum bleeding
           3. Breast Milk often starts in quicker
           4. More Breast Milk production
           5. Hormone Stabilizer
           6. Decrease Baby Blues and PPD
           7. Decrease postpartum "night sweats"
           8. Increase Iron
           9. Increase in strength/stamina
          10. Increase in Mental Clarity
          11. Help you sleep better

Procedure: Ask your OB if your placenta is healthy and if you can bring it home. Right after the birth, instruct nurse not to put any chemicals or formalin. Put in a 1 pound zip lock plastic container. Better to double insulate. Put this in a cooler with ice. As soon as possible once you have a room, put the placenta that is still in a zip lock in the freezer. Inform for pick up asap (0920-9052737).

            A few women may have an allergic reaction to their placenta just disregard if it happens. No refund.

            Please submit clearance from your OB regarding status of pregnant mom: vaginal track (if ever, declare kind of infection), & negative on Hepatitis B and HIV. Submit together with placenta and full payment in cash. Note: We do not encapsulate if woman has Hepa B & if HIV positive.

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