2500 Harbor Boulevard | Port Charlotte, FL 33952

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 941-766-4122 OR GO TO BAYFRONTBABIES.COM

Beautiful beginnings begin at Bayfront Baby Place.

High or low, you’ll be front and center.

Bayfront Health Port Charlotte provides moms-to-be with the support they need from prenatal to postpartum care—all in a safe and comfortable environment.

High or low, you’ll be front and center.

Thank you for choosing Bayfront Baby Place at Bayfront Health Port Charlotte for your baby’s delivery!The birth of your baby is one of the most exciting events in your life and a moment that you will cherish and remember always. You will relate your birth experience with friends, family and even your child as he or she begins their own family. Your journey will be filled with excitement, joy and an element of fear of the un-known.

Bayfront Baby Place provides women the opportunity to share and support other women of all ages in our community. The more knowledge you have of the process of birth, the more likely you will approach your journey with confidence.

The Place offers a variety of classes to prepare you for childbirth and caring for your baby. This packet is to provide general information and guidance.

CHOOSING A PEDIATRICIANChoosing the right pediatrician is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. Consider starting the selection process about three months before you’re due so that you’re not rushed. A good place to start is to ask your obstetrician, family and friends for a recommendation.

You must select a pediatrician or family medicine physician to care for your newborn while in the hospital. Below is a list of our physicians on staff at Bayfront Health Port Charlotte.

To learn more, or for a free physician referral, call 941-637-2497 or visit BayfrontCharlotte.com.• Beverly Anarumo, DO 941-629-3618• Farzana Butt, MD 941-629-9200• Ena Casanova, MD 941-883-3313• Belkis R. Cepero, MD 941-764-7923• D. Benjamin Helgemo, MD 941-629-4464• Rhonda Holganza, MD 941-629-2922• Ebenezer Kuma, MD 941-625-4919• Wen Liou, MD 941-629-4464• Margaret Mayo, MD 941-624-4748• Luis Rodriquez, MD 941-625-1999• Susan Williams, MD 941-743-7337

Note: This is a list of physicians currently on staff; however, it may change at any time. For a current listing, please call 941-637-2497 or visit BayfrontCharlotte.com.

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It’s normal to feel overwhelmed about your new responsibilities as a parent. Bayfront Baby Place is here to help you from childbirth education to infant CPR and baby care basics. The more you learn, the more confident you’ll feel about taking care of your newborn.

NICUGiving birth to a child is a wonderful experience. However, giving birth to a child prematurely can be very stressful and worrisome. At Bayfront Health Port Charlotte, premature infants stay right by their mother. Our on-site neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) allows us to provide the best care for your newborn.

Bayfront Health operates a state-approved, level III, regional perinatal intensive care center, one of only 11 in all of Florida. Level II NICU’s are available at both Port Charlotte and Spring Hill. Port Charlotte is affiliated with all Children’s Neonatology/Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Our NICU features:• Individual rooms, or pods, with the latest in

technology to allow the infant to grow naturally while remaining bonded with their family

• A breastfeeding room to assist and counsel mothers• An on-site neonatologist with All Children’s

Specialists-Johns Hopkins Medicine

To find out more about our NICU, visit BayfrontBabies.com.

MILK DEPOTWe’re making it easier than ever for moms to donate their breast milk.A milk depot is a controlled collection point where women can donate their breast milk for premature babies. The donations are then transferred to Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, who collect, screen, process and pasteurize the donations to in turn provide breast milk to the most fragile infants who would otherwise have to drink formula. Now, moms can donate right here in Charlotte County!

Local moms interested in donating their breast milk can start the screening process by calling the Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida at 407-248-5050 or visiting MilkBankOfFlorida.org. Once approved, you can bring your frozen milk to Bayfront Baby Place’s Milk Depot, which accepts donations Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Learn more by visiting BayfrontBabies.com.

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BABY PLACE TOURTo complete your pre-registration process, visit bayfronthealthevents.com within the next few days to schedule your tour. The tour will provide you with valuable information and the opportunity for our staff to answer your questions. It is important that you pre-register as early as possible in your pregnancy. When you come, please remember to bring the pre-registration form included in this folder. Your Bayfront Baby Place tour guide can take the information to start the pre-registration process. You may also pre-register online by visiting our website at BayfrontCharlotte.com and select Pre-Registration at the top of the home page. Out of respect for others trying to listen, please arrange for childcare of any other children during the tour. Please note this tour is included in the childbirth and newborn course, you do not need to register for both.

2018Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. • July 21• August 25• September: none

• October 27• November 17• December 1

CHILDBIRTH & BREASTFEEDING CLASSThe purpose of childbirth classes is to help you better understand the process of labor and delivery and to answer any questions about your birthing process, and will cover: anatomy and physiology, birth basics, comfort techniques, hospital procedures and medical interventions. A tour will also be included to familiarize you and your labor partner with the facility. A newborn class will teach you the basics of baby care, and answer questions about newborns. Attendance should be planned for the last trimester of pregnancy. Refer to the calendar below or visit bayfronthealthevents.com for more information and to register.

This course is available as either a three (3) class series on consecutive Tuesdays, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m., or one (1) Saturday session 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Both are held in the conference center at Bayfront Health Port Charlotte. The cost is $50.00 per couple. Please pay via credit card while registering for class. If you pre-register for hospital delivery at Bayfront Baby Place prior to the class, the class fee will be waived.

2018 Tuesday 3 class series• July 10, 17, 24• August 7, 14, 21• September: none• October 16, 23, 30• November 6, 13, 20• December 4, 11, 18

2018 Saturday class• July 21• August 25• September: none• October 27• November 17• December 1

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2018Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. • July 11• August 8• September 12

• October 10• November 14• December 12

BREASTFEEDING CLASSTaught by a certified lactation counselor, this class will give expectant mothers important information to prepare for a successful breastfeeding experience. Topics covered include: physiology of breastfeeding, correct latch on technique, positions for nursing your baby and tips for working mothers. Partners are encouraged to attend. Refer to the calendar below or visit bayfronthealthevents.com for more information and to register. Please note this class is included in the childbirth and basic newborn care, you do not need to register for both.

Held on Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. In the Conference Center at Bayfront Health Port Charlotte.

2018• July 24• August 21• September: none

• October 30• November 20• December 18

INFANT CPR CLASSAlthough not a certification course, this class covers basic life support and airway obstruction of the infant. The instructor is certified in CPR by the American Heart Association. Refer to the calendar below or visit bayfronthealthevents.com for more information and to register.

Held in the evening, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. In the Conference Center at Bayfront Health Port Charlotte.

2018• July 19• August 16• September 20• October 18

• November 15• December 20

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Baby & MeOutpatient Lactation Consultations with an IBCLC

The Baby Place at Bayfront Health Port Charlotte is here to help as you learn to feed your baby. During an Outpatient Lactation Consult, you will meet with an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) who can provide help with latching, feeding, increasing production, preventing and treating sore nipples, determining correct pump usage and sizing, and much more. 15-25 minutes: $15 25-45 minutes: $30 45-60 minutes: $45Bras, breastpump supplies and other breastfeeding assistance items are also available for sale. For more information, or to schedule your appointment, please call 941-766-4414.

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LACTATION CONNECTIONBreastfeeding moms can call this phone line to have questions answered by a certified lactation counselor. Call 941-766-4340 to speak with a counselor or leave a message to receive a return call Monday through Friday.

HOSPITAL PRE-REGISTRATIONIt is important that you pre-register for your delivery as early as possible in your pregnancy. Visit our website at BayfrontCharlotte.com and select Pre-Registration at the top of the home page.

PLAYING IT SAFE: KIDS AND CARSSafe Kids offers monthly day and evening child passenger safety classes. This free class is open to all parents, grandparents and child care providers.

Attend a free class on infant car seat safety presented by Safe Kids at the Florida Department of Health, 1100 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33980. Bring your car seat. Schedule your class before your sixth month of pregnancy by calling 941-624-7273.

Monday April 18th 10:30am and 5:30pm Tuesday May 31st 10:30am and 5:30pm Saturday June 11th 9:30am Monday June 20th 10:30am and 5:30pm

Wednesday July 13th 10:30am and 5:30pm Saturday August 6th 9:30am Tuesday August 23rd 10:30am and 5:30pm Monday September 19th 10:30am and 5:30pm

Saturday October 15th 9:30am Tuesday October 25th 10:30am and 5:30pm Tuesday November 29th 10:30am and 5:30pm Saturday December 3rd 9:30am

Please schedule your appointment before your 6th month of pregnancy by calling: 941.624.7273 Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Car seat class is located at the Florida Department of Health - Charlotte County 1100 Loveland Blvd. Port Charlotte, Florida 33980

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Your guide to pregnancy.

st Trimester

Mark your calendar for

due date

Review your insurance policy

Visit your Obstetrician

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Schedule your Tour and Childbirth Classes at Bayfront Baby Place

Pre-register at Bayfront Baby Place online or in person

Attend Babyfront Baby Place Childbirth and

Breastfeeding Classes

Tour Bayfront Baby Place and speak with a labor and delivery nurse about

the Golden Hour

Complete your birth plan to customize your

birth experience

Practice a trial run to Bayfront Baby Place

Attend Forever Bonds Breastfeeding Support Group

Choose a pediatrician

Explore the option of cord-blood

banking options

Pack your bag and gather your

information

Congratulations, you’re a parent!

nd Trimester

rd Trimester

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Checklist First Trimester � Choose a healthcare provider that you are comfortable with and make your first prenatal appointment.

(If you choose a group, consider their call schedule.)

� If you smoke - quit. Apart from danger to your own health, the smoke you inhale can affect your unborn baby.

� Do your best to eat well. Begin tracking your weight gain. Pregnancy only requires an extra 300 Calories per day. Avoid unsafe foods such as soft cheese, raw eggs, Pâté, raw seafood, or foods high in nitrates such as processed meats.

� Begin a prenatal vitamin containing 400 mcg (micrograms) of folic acid per day to reduce the incidence of neural tube defects such as spinal bifida.

� Schedule your tour and childbirth education classes. Refer to page 3 of this packet or visit bayfrontcharlotte.eventbrite.com for descriptions and available dates.

Checklist Second Trimester � Pre-register at Bayfront Baby Place. Visit our website at BayfrontCharlotte.com and select

Pre-Registration at the top of the home page.

� Attend childbirth education classes.

� Tour Bayfront Baby Place.

� Begin stretching and pelvic floor exercises such as kegel exercises.

� Begin fetal kick counts and monitor baby’s movements.

� See a dentist for a cleaning as pregnancy hormones can affect your gums.

� Choose your labor support team for delivery.

� Consider baby names.

� Start sleeping on your side.

� Consider options for feeding your baby and schedule a breastfeeding class. Refer to page 4 of this packet or visit bayfrontcharlotte.eventbrite.com for a description and available dates.

� Choose and meet with your pediatrician.

� Create a birth plan for when labor begins - choose your labor support team.

Checklist Third Trimester � Practice a trial run to the hospital.

� Complete your childbirth education classes by 36 weeks if possible.

� Attend a breastfeeding support group. Refer to the back cover page of this packet or visit bayfrontcharlotte.eventbrite.com or call 941-766-4414 to learn more.

� If you haven’t already - pre-register with the hospital.

� Prepare and freeze meals for when baby arrives.

� Get tested for group B streptococcus - this will determine if you require antibiotic treatment in labor.

� Pack for the hospital.

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Medications, Substances and StimulantsPotential risks during pregnancy

Babies can be affected by medications, substances and stimulants mothers take during pregnancy, and some can affect your baby even AFTER birth.

Research shows that these substances can affect your baby during AND after birth:

CaffeineCaffeine is a stimulant that affects your baby just like it affects you. If you drink a lot of caffeinated beverages, like coffee or soda, while pregnant, your baby may have the same reactions as when you stop drinking caffeine. When exposed to moderate to high levels of caffeine, babies can experience tremors, increased heart rate, loose stools, intense fussiness, and crying that cannot be calmed. Experts recommend that pregnant women should not drink more than 200 milligrams of caffeine per day—the amount in one cup of coffee.

Amounts of Caffeine in Common DrinksCoffee, regular 8 oz 102-200 mgStarbucks coffee 16 oz 330 mgStarbucks latte 16 oz 150 mgBlack tea 8 oz 40-120 mgGreen tea 8 oz 30-50 mgCoca-Cola 12 oz 35 mgMountain Dew 12 oz 54 mgRed Bull 8.3 oz 80 mgSoBe No Fear 8 oz 83 mg

NicotineNicotine is the addictive drug in tobacco smoke. Cigarette smoke contains more than 4,000 chemicals that can reach your baby when you smoke during pregnancy. Nicotine and carbon monoxide reduce oxygen to your unborn baby, causing low birth weight and possible pre-term labor or death. Nicotine concentrates in your unborn baby’s blood and amniotic fluid. It also concentrates in your breast milk. After birth, your baby may exhibit symptoms of withdrawal that include tremors, intense fussiness and inconsolable crying.

AlcoholAlcohol use during pregnancy can also cause problems in the baby. Although babies exposed to alcohol do not commonly show signs of withdrawal, they can develop lifelong problems associated with fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS).

Certain prescription drugsPrescription drugs commonly used to manage anxiety and sleep disorders, including Xanax and Valium, as well as pain killers, also affect your baby after birth. Beware of the following opiates—drugs commonly prescribed for pain that pose dangers to your baby: codeine, hydrocodone (Vicodin), methadone, buprenorphine (Subutex, Suboxone), and oxycodone (OxyContin, Percocet).

Illegal drugsIllegal drugs of any kind—especially heroin, methadone, marijuana, ecstasy and methamphetamines—are very harmful to your baby before AND after birth.

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Call 941-637-2497 to obtain the free password.

Forever Bonds2018 Breastfeeding Support Group

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.New and expectant moms can share and learn about breastfeeding in this

interactive breastfeeding support group. Free to attend.

January 3 and 24February 7 and 21

March 7 and 21April 4 and 18

May 9 and 23June 6 and 20July 11 and 25

August 1 and 15

September 5 and 19October 3 and 24

November 7 and 28December 5 and 19

If this is your first time joining the group, please call 941-624-7214 to register.

Bayfront Health Port Charlotte, Conference Center2500 Harbor Boulevard, Port Charlotte, FL