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March of Dimes re: California Fires- Pregnant Women and Infants

By Terri Habecker

Services for Real Estate Pros with AIG, Allied, Fireman's Fund, CNA, Travelers,The Hartford, Pr

October 23, 2007 01:19 PM

Farmers is a sponser for March of Dimes and as an agent, I just received this e-mail...

Like you, we at the March of Dimes California Chapter are very concerned about
the fires in Southern California. We are doing all we can to help protect the
health of those most vulnerable - pregnant women and babies. We are working with
the media to provide necessary tips for expectant mothers and families with
infants.

We know that thousands of families are evacuating to local shelters. If you know
any families who are expecting a baby or who have an infant, please help us
ensure they are informed and prepared on how to care for mom and baby.

Thank you for all you do to help us protect the health of all mothers and
babies.

Special information for Pregnant Women:

* Bring copies of medical records, including prenatal medical records and
contact information for your health care provider
* Immediately notify the shelter of your pregnancy and get information about the
location of hospitals in the area
* Ensure you have plenty of water and high-protein snacks
* Bring with you any medications, including prenatal vitamins and prescriptions
* Do all you can to reduce stress - stress is a major factor in preterm labor

Learn the signs of preterm labor and contact shelter officials immediately if
you experience any of the following:
* Contractions every 10 minutes or more
* Leaking vaginal fluid or bleeding
* Feeling that baby is pushing down
* Low, dull backache
* Abdominal cramps

Special information for Families with Infants:

* Bring copies of baby's medical records and contact information for health care
providers
* Pack a large supply of diapers (approximately 70 diapers per week for
newborns)
* Bring plenty of ready-to-serve formula - never use water treated with iodine
or chlorine tablets to prepare powdered formula
* Shelters can be loud, bring pacifiers and any other items that may soothe your
baby
* Stress can affect a woman's milk supply if breastfeeding. Even if
breastfeeding, have on-hand ready-to-serve formula

For information about caring for pregnant women and babies during disaster,
visit http://www.marchofdimes.com/ca or call us at (415) 788-2202. Questions may
also be sent to javascript:WriteMailPopUp('askus@marchofdimes.com');. Spanish-language materials also
available online.

The needs of pregnant womnn and babies during a disaster are unique. March of
Dimes urges families to follow any evacuation and preparation instructions given
by local state agencies. For questions about the health effects of the disaster,
please talk with a health care professional.

March of Dimes
1275 Mamaroneck Ave.
White Plains, NY 10605

If you do not wish to receive any national e-mail communication from March of
Dimes, please go to
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Terri Habecker

AIG, Allied, Fireman's Fund, CNA, Travelers,The Hartford, Pr - Dana Point, CA

Life Matters & So Does Your Insurance Co

I was at our local evacuation center last week and a CHOC Van was there to help the children and pregnant Moms. Children's Hospital accepts any child no matter whether they can afford to pay or not. I worked many years ago for 8 years helping them at their National Telethons in my Hair/Makeup days and it truly was heartwarming to see that they were a first response to our California Wildfire evacuees in their time of need.

Oct 29, 2007 01:03 AM

Farmers Knows all about BE A HERO *March for Babies!

You are the wonderful resource I had during our Ca. Wild fires to help families with children and Babies. The detailed information and resources you have available for families in need, helps everyone facing a disaster be prepared, not only here in California, but throughout America on the Activerain Network.

Farmers Insurance and I are proud to be one of your top sponsors and will continue our efforts to help your great organization.

Jan 24, 2008 09:36 AM

March of Dimes re: California Fires- Pregnant Women and Infants

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