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The Northland Birth Network endorses CIMS, the Coalition for Improving Maternity
Services, whose mission is to promote a wellness model of maternity care that
will improve birth outcomes and substantially reduce costs. The providers listed
here are members of our organization, and as such, also support CIMS.
However, it is your job as a consumer to seek providers who support your
personal philosophies and will provide the care you desire and to verify the
credentials provided by providers.
Visit their website...
Motherfriendly.org
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Northland Providers
How to Choose a Maternity Care Provider
The provider you choose to care for you during your pregnancy and the birth
of your baby can have a huge impact on your experience. Know that you
have a choice in who takes care of you. Know what you want and what
you expect from your provider.
Shop around and interview providers until you find
someone you feel comfortable with, someone you can be honest with,
and someone who listens to you. Your provider needs to be open and
honest about what they can and can't provide for you. Be sure to ask
about their availability around your due date!
Make sure the provider's philosophies
of care line up with what you expect!
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Lake Superior Chiropractic
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Dr. Laura (Siverling) Jonker graduated from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 2007. She has completed her pediatric training through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association which focuses on maternal, infant and child health. Her post graduate training includes a Chiropractic Wellness Advisor program, Nutritional Counseling and Pettibon Technique protocols. Her deepest interests lie in the health of women of all ages and their children. Dr. Laura practiced in Poplar, WI for a year before joining the staff at Lake Superior Chiropractic. She lives in Duluth with her husband Jacob and their two cats. She enjoys canoeing, cross country skiing and the unique culture of the Twin Ports area.
Lake Superior Chiropractic
(715) 398-6679
drlaurajonker@gmail.com
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Stacy Holden
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Stacy teaches a weekly pre-natal yoga and support class and is the founder and organizer of the bi-annual Birth and Baby Fair. She is a teacher, leader and organizer who is committed to creating a circle of support and education for families.
Women Circling Women
(715) 364-8509
circlingwomen@aol.com
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Jana Studelska - CPM, LM
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Jana is a Certified Professional Midwife, licensed in MN and WI. She offers out-of-hospital midwifery services, water tub rentals, Lamaze-certified birth education classes, and preconception wellness counseling.
Birth Duluth Midwifery
(218) 340-2108
jana@birthduluth.com
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Caralee Isbell - Midwife
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Caralee is a Certified Professional and Licensed Midwife, offering prenatal care, homebirth and childbirth education classes. She is also a Child Passenger Safety Technician who teaches Car Seat Safety Classes for Birthing Ways- Doula Connection.
(218) 428-7062
caraleelois@hotmail.com
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Dr. Kristin Klos-Maki - DC
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Dr. Kristen Klos-Maki is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic. Her practice, Life Compass Chiropractic, caters to all individuals seeking
optimal health and wellness, although families and children are a main focus. Dr. Klos-Maki has additional chiropractic training in
pediatrics and pre-natal care. She is also Webster certified. Believing that the strength of a community greatly depends on the health of its residents,
it is Dr. Klos-Maki's passion to educate the community on the benefits of chiropractic care for all ages.
Life Compass Chiropractic
(715) 718-0653
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Debra McLaughlin - CST
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Information will be up soon! Please check back!
Northern Lights Wellness- Craniosacral Therapy
(218) 590-1891
NLCST@charter.net
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Genevieve Munoz
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Genevieve is a certified Life-Cycle Celebrant(R) - (all rites of passage) and Labyrinth Facilitator. She offers personalized ceremonies to mark those important moments and milestones in your life, with a particular interest and passion for women's transitional stages.
Labyrinth Ceremonies
(218) 464-2373
munozcelebrancy@gmail.com
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Amanda Kerola - Doula, RN
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As a doula, I meet with you during pregnancy to discuss plans for birth and address any questions or concerns.
During birth, I provide emotional and physical support. I am also available to assist as needed post-partum.
Overall, I hope to empower, educate, and ensure that each woman has a positive experience during the birthing year.
(218) 721-2995
amanda.kerola@gmail.com
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Duluth Family Practice Center
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We provide comprehensive medical care for the entire family: neonatal, pediatric, obstetric
and adult medicine. We offer obstetrical care at both St. Mary's and St. Luke's Hospitals- your choice!
97% of all deliveries are attended by YOUR family doctor! Home visits for your newborn baby following
delivery! Ask about our same day appointments.
Duluth Family Practice Center
330 N. 8th Ave E.
Duluth, MN 55805
Duluth Family Practice Center
(218) 723-1112
duluthresidency@dfprp.org
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Teri Kesti, CD(DONA)
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"Working with pregnant women and their families is my passion. I have a great respect for the power of women's bodies and complete confidence in our ability to birth, especially when surrounded by strong support system."
Teri is a certified birth doula through DONA International. She is comfortable attending births in any setting, and is particularly passionate about low-interventive births. Along with attending her client's births, she provides prenatal education and post-partum support. Teri is also certified in both adult CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation. In addition to working as a doula, she works as a Midwife Assistant with Birth Duluth Midwifery.
Teri also holds a BA in Sociology from the University of Minnesota Duluth, where a great deal of her studies were focused on women's issues, including an independent, faculty advised research study on breastfeeding in our community.
Centered Birth Doula
(218) 428-8374
teri@centeredbirthdoula.com
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Marissa Davis
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Your Birthing Journey
(218) 591-2429
marissadavis117@gmail.com
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Elaine Schmid
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Elaine Schmid is an educator in Duluth who specializes in education for expecting parents who have dogs in the household.
Her dog and baby classes offer positive, practical, and fun solutions for families with dogs, preparing for life with baby. The classes clear up myths, emphasize realistic expectations, and set families and their dogs up for success before (or after) baby arrives. Elaine has a bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences and a Master's degree in Education, with plenty of experience in dog and human behavior. She is a licensed presenter of the national "Dogs and Storks" and "Dog and Baby Connection" programs. Elaine lives in Duluth with her husband and their dog and rabbit and enjoys hiking, camping, and cross-country skiing.
Humane Connections
(217) 419-1383
elaine.humane@gmail.com
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Emily Hysjulien
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Emily Hysjulien offers Holistic care for the whole family. She specializes in Whole Health Reproductive Care, Well Child Care, and Emotional and Spiritiual Evolution. As a compassionate healer, skillfull practitioner, and articulate educator, Emily can help with a wide range of situations. She is a strong advocate of knowing your body well enough to prevent dis-ease. "With great skill and all of my heart; this is how I hope to serve the world."
Emily Heart Acupuncture
(218) 491-7037
emily@emilyheartacupuncture.com
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Joy Herbert
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Little Neetchers
(218) 628-7107
joylherbert@gmail.com
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American Indian Doula Program
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Coming soon!
American Indian Doula Program
(218) 279-4109
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Early Childhood Family Education
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Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a state program offered in conjunction with the Duluth Public Schools. ECFE provides information and support for parents and their young children from birth through 3 years old.
ECFE
(218)336-8890
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Iron Range Providers
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Angela T. Schweiberger - CST, CD(DONA)
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I have been serving as a birth doula since spring of 2002 and have had 3 amazing birth experiences of my own.
In 2008 I completed my apprenticeship with Northern Lights Wellness, as a Craniosacral Therapist with a
special interest in pregnancy and infants.
As the facilitator of the Hibbing Area Breast Feeding Support Circle & the Iron Range Chapter of the
Northland Birth Network, I look forward to supporting you during your pregnancy and beyond.
Currently, I serve the Iron Range area (from Grand Rapids to Ely) as a Certified Birth Doula and a Craniosacral Therapist.
(218) 940-7676
Atschweiby@yahoo.com
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Dr. Erik Elfrink
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302 E Howard St.
Hibbing MN 55746
Hibbing Family Chiropractic
(218) 262-5433
eelfrink@cfaith.com
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