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This is a list of supplies that we ask our birthing clients to have on hand for their births. I am providing links to resources where these items can be purchased in preparation for your own birth. Be sure to discuss with your midwife about supplies she recommends you have on hand.
Olive, Sesame, Wheat Germ or Almond Oil (for perineal massage)
Mountain Rose Herbs: Sweet Almond Oil, Expeller Pressed, Unrefined, Certified Organic
Herbal Remedies: Sweet Almond Oil, 100% Pure Essential Oil, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Olive Oil, Extra Virgin, Cold Pressed, Certified Organic
Herbal Remedies: Olive Oil, Extra Virgin, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Wheat Germ Oil, Cold Pressed, Unrefined
Herbal Remedies: Wheat Germ Oil, Expeller Pressed, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Tea Tree Oil Antiseptic Soap, 8 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Jason Tea Tree Soap, Satin Soap For Hands & Face, 16 oz.
Herbal Remedies: GermsAside Moisture Soap With Tea Tree, Kiss My Face, 9 oz.
The sheets, washcloths, towels and receiving blankets should be washed clean with bleach & detergent and dried in a hot dryer for 10 extra minutes. These should then be bagged in plastic and taped shut until they are ready to use.
LABOR HERBS: Shepherd's Purse, Comfrey Leaf, Raspberry Leaf, Echinacea & Ginger Root.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Comfrey Leaf, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Echinacea, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginger, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Red Raspberry Leaf, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Shepherd's Purse, Bulk Organic Herbs
LABOR SUGGESTIONS: Make up some Raspberry Leaf tea ice cubes before labor begins. These are wonderful to suck on during labor, are highly nutritious and assists labor by promoting good effective uterine contractions. Other suggestions for labor nutrition are light soups (such as boullions and homemade chicken soup), fruit juices which are not highly acidic (such as apple juice), herbal teas (Ginger Root or Peppermint tea for nausea; Raspberry Leaf, Nettle Leaf, Alfalfa Leaf for vitamin K content and nutritional value); Chamomile tea (for relaxation).
Mountain Rose Herbs: Red Raspberry Leaf, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginger, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Peppermint, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Nettle Leaf, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Alfalfa Leaf, Bulk Organic Herbs
Mountain Rose Herbs: Chamomile, Bulk Organic Herbs
BABY LAYETTE SUPPLIES
The baby will need to have some basic supplies for the birth, but more will be needed for a standard layette:
Other suggestions: Film and camera. We will be taking photos of before, during and after the birth, but parents may also want to take some photos. Video camera. Water bath or kiddy swimming pool with syphon hose and faucet attachments, if planning a water birth experience. Relaxing music (classical, new age, nature sounds recommended). Aromatherapy incense, candles and oils. Massage oils, scented with aromatherapy essential oils.
If you have a birth supply list that you would like me to put together for you, or a special design for a birth bag or other baby items, please call 978-744-5583 or send it by e-mail to moondragon2@aol.com or Snail-mail me the information to:
Attn: Birth Supplies
MoonDragon Birthing Services
0 (Zero) Boardman Street
Salem, MA 01970
I will design and sew up special orders for you. Be sure to include your name, address, phone number, e-mail address and any other helpful information necessary for me to assist you. Be sure to order early in your pregnancy. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery, depending on items ordered, because some items you request may have to be made to your specifications (such as baby clothes) or ordered from other vendors (specific herbs, medical supplies, etc.). I will be in frequent e-mail and/or phone contact with you to let you know how your order is progressing and when ready to be sent to you. I will try my best to get your order together and sent to you as quickly as possible.
If you are Goth, Pagan, or Wiccan and you would like to have specially made baby clothes and layette items made for your baby beyond the usual pink and blue baby items. Contact me and let me know what you would like. Some examples of past orders can be seen at the following link (new items will be added periodically and as materials become available).
MoonDragon's Goth-Pagan Sewing: Baby & Layette Items
I will customize your requests and give you an estimate of costs before you decide. Once we agree on items and price, you can make payment by credit card through paypal or send a personal check or money order. Since the price will vary depending on your order, you can use this paypal buy-now link set up for an unspecified amount.
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