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Helen Joan Casper, CD (CBI)

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I can provide research and information on a variety of subjects concerning pregnancy and childbirth. I can provide supportive, factual information regarding pregnancy care, natural childbirth, VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean section), labor induction, doulas, midwives, hospital births, homebirths, waterbirthing, hypnobirthing, holistic childbirth, traditional childbirth, epidurals, alternative forms of pain relief, spinal blocks, choosing a caregiver (obstetrician vs. midwife), communicating with medical professionals, finding the childbirth style that is best for you, and exploring childbirth options. I am not a medical professional and thus do not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Any information I give is not to replace or substitute for care from a licensed medical practitioner.

Experience in the area

I have been studying to be a doula since 2003 and received my doula certification with Childbirth International in 2007. I have served as a doula at three births and help many others through childbirth and doula communities.

Organizations

Childbirth International, Birth Choices, Bellywomen.Net, various doula and midwifery forums.

Education/Credentials

I am a Certified Doula through Childbirth International.

Awards and Honors

Within AllExperts, I am also a highly-rated expert in weddings, roleplaying games, and video games. I have been nominated as volunteer of the month numerous times. I am a new AllExperts expert in the doula category.

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  • Clarity of Response 9.88
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  • Total Questions (since joining AllExperts) 535
  • Volunteer Since 2007-06-26
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Recent Answers from Helen Joan Casper, CD (CBI)

2009-05-15 Paternity:

If your doctor does an ultrasound soon, he may be able to detect an ovarian follicle which would give clues as to when you conceived. However, your doctor's guess cannot establish paternity. Because your

2009-05-11 stubborn baby!:

You may want to ask your doctor to prescribe you some prostglandin gel. This can help the cervix ripen and also prepare your body more for labor. You may also want to stimulate your nipples (manually and/or

2009-04-18 Pregnancy due date:

Was your doctor going by your last menstrual period, fundal height, or HCG levels?    I have had 2 ultrasound techs tell me that early ultrasounds are actually very accurate in determining the age of the

2009-04-17 pain almost one year after ectopic:

If you are still having sharp pains, there is still a problem. You may want to see an OB/GYN who specializes in ovary, uterus, and fertility problems. They may be able to catch something another doctor

2009-04-13 braxton hicks contractions:

Every pregnancy is different, so in one you may experience some and in others not at all. The increased BH contractions are a good sign because it shows your body is preparing for the birth. However, it

 

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