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 Pregnancy, Parenting, & Birth Resources
Resources & Providers Motherwoman., Inc. is a non-profit organization providing support programs that create communities where mothers develop the confidence, self-esteem, knowledge, and practical skills they need to care for themselves and their children with awareness, strength, compassion, and non-violence. Weekly support groups in various locations in Western Mass.
Free birth plan template-
Comprehensive, easy-to-use format, with links to clear explanations of
risks, benefits, and alternatives to many common procedures.
www.childbirth.org.
Spinning Babies- Essential information on encouraging babies into optimal positions in pregnancy and during labor.
Purple Rose Healing Arts -Chaya Leia Aronson Sylvia, RN, BSN specializes in the Arvigo Techniques
of Maya Abdominal Therapy. The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal
Therapy are founded
on the ancient Mayan technique of abdominal massage which is an
external non invasive manipulation that repositions internal organs that
have shifted, freeing the flow of blood, lymph, nerve and chi, optimizing emotional and physical health. Northampton.
Laboring Under an Illusion- An eye-opening, funny, and inspiring look at how the media distorts our view of birth. By local anthropologist, childbirth educator, and doula Vicki Elson.
Brandt Passalacqua is a skillful, good-hearted massage therapist & food coach in Northampton. Peaceful Weight Loss through Yoga - Find your center while you find your ideal weight. Developed by a happy yogi who lost 100lbs and kept it off. Medical massage, Thai yoga massage, peaceful weight loss and yoga therapies for many conditions.
Mandria Healing- Mark and Rachel gently and effectively facilitate your healing on the physical, emotional, mental, and subtle levels. Sessions in Cambridge, MA, or self-study through their web-based program.
 The Amajoy Center provides accessible information on development and practical tools to apply it for children, parents, caregivers, and professionals. Ms. Grubinger offers valuable instruction, quality support, and inspirational supervision a playful and healing setting. I highly recommend a visit to Amajoy with your infant!
Extensive research and practical application of its findings in New Zealand have effectively eliminated SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) in that country. Click here to read how easy it is to protect your baby.
The Birth Survey is a searchable database of women's experiences in childbirth, including their rates of satisfaction with local care providers and facilities in various US locations. Participate in their survey or read the results!
For Doulas and other small business owners- high quality full-color printed publicity materials from VistaPrint. Business cards, stationery, brochures and more. Click Here for a new user discount!
Doulas- here's another great free directory where you can list your services! Doula Network.
Dr.Mindi Fried, Chiropractor, provides experienced, gentle care to pregnant and postpartum mothers, infants, and children. She offers the Webster Technique, which often relieves postural imbalances which 'hold' babies in the breech or posterior position. Motion Chiropractic in Easthampton & Northampton, MA.
Henci Goer, author of the highly recommended Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth, has an excellent collection of articles on her site. Read summaries of recent research on various obstetrical procedues and drugs.
PresenTouch by Nini Melvin- Aquatic Shiatsu, Five Element Movement, & Shiatsu in W. Ma.
BebesLatinos El Servício de Warm Welcome Births está listo para ayudar a los clientes latinos quienes desean utilizar los servicios de una doula para su parto ó para ayudarle en casa después del parto.
Waterbirth International- Information on waterbirth and other birth options from Barbara Harper, the author of the classic Gentle Birth Choices.
Belly dance, like other body, mind and spirit
activities, promotes self-esteem and body awareness, empowering a woman to be an
active participant in conceiving, growing and giving birth to her child. Classes with a nurse-midwife in Jamaica Plain, MA.
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