naples, ft.myers, florida, northampton, hadley, amherst, ma, fl
mothers, & families for over a decade~
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. www.motherwoman.org
The Amajoy Center provides accessible information on development and practical tools to apply it for children, parents, caregivers, and professionals. Infants, children of all ages, and families gain increased comfort, improved physical ability, better organized attention and more effective learning skills. 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.
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.
Cloth and wool diapers, made from recycled materials by local mothers!
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.
Aquatic Shiatsu, Five Element Movement, & Shiatsu by Nini Melvin www.PresenTouch.com
Prenatal Yoga at InSpirit Common in Hadley, Ma. Baptiste Power Flow Yoga in Naples, FL at Bala Vinyasa Yoga.
Pioneer Valley Breastfeeding Coalition - information on dates and locations of free breastfeeding support clinics and groups.
Guide to safe seafood consumption and carcinogens in cosmetics.
BebesLatinos El Servicio de Warm Welcome Births esta listo para ayudar a los clientes latinos quienes desean utilizar los servicios de una doula para su parto o para ayudar en casa despues del parto.
Did you know that women are particularly susceptible to the toxic effects of common chemicals during pre-conception and pregnancy? Many chemicals interfere with or intensify the normal action of hormones. Visit www.womenandenvironment.org for information on safer alternatives to common household cleaning products.
Free birth plan template- Excellent, easy-to-use format, with links to clear explanations of risks, benefits, and alternatives to many common procedures. www.childbirth.org.
Beautiful photo cards, holiday cards, and birth announcements by a small family-owned business, Cottage Industry Cards.
www.spinningbabies.com- Practical tips on helping your baby settle into the best position prenatally - helps prevent breech and posterior presentations and leads to smoother, shorter labors.
Postpartum Depression Help.
La Leche League International- Mother-to-mother support and community for breastfeeding women.
MomsRising- Resources for financial and personal empowerment.
An alternative to questionable plastic baby bottles.
Safe, natural, delightful body care products from a small, woman-owned, independent company.
Baby slings and carriers by Peppermint.
Safer nail polish- Honeybee Gardens.
www.birthingnaturally.net
Commercial Free Childhood
A nationwide campaign for increased legalization of midwives- The Big Push.
Need a great doula in Omaha, Nebraska? Call Rebecca at Birth is Good.
Louise P.
Certified Professional Midwife
(413)586-3648
(239) 404-1799 ~ Cell