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DC Chapter of Lamaze International
Getting Ready for Delivery Day
American Academy of Pediatrics
Up to date information and articles from doctors to you!
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Birth and Postpartum Support Doula
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Childbirth International
Selection of certified doulas for birth or postpartum
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Dona International
Selection of certified doulas for birth or postpartum
(888) 788-DONA (3662)
http://www.dona.org/mothers/find_a_doula.php
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March of Dimes
Helps moms understand and prevent issues with preemies and what to expect if it occurs
Raising Multiples
Helps moms pregnant with twins (or more)
Breastfeeding & Support Networks
B.E.S.T. "Breastfeeding Education, Support and Togetherness" Group
Support Group for continuation of breastfeeding and assistance with challenging situations
240-826-MOMS (6667) http://www.shadygrovebaby.com
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Birth, Baby and Business
Home and office visitations, follow-up telephone support, and breast pump sales
240-441-7474
http://www.marylandbreastfeedingcoalition.org
/Resource Guide-CountyContacts.php
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Holy Cross Hospital Lactation Center
Breastfeeding support and consultation by appt., office & home visits, breast pumps and accessories to rent or buy & fittings for & sale of nursing bras
301-754-7745 http://www.holycrosshealth.org/maternity
La Leche League
Help finding a LLL group meeting nearby your home
1-877-452-5324 (1-877-4 LALECHE) http://www.lllusa.org/locator/
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Additional breastfeeding support sites:
https://www.bfar.org/index.shtml
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Neb Doctors of Maryland
FREE Breast Pumps via the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
call to see if you’re eligible plus Pediatric Respiratory Products and Services 866-643-4020
http://www.nebdoctorsofmaryland.com/
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Special Beginning's Birth & Women's Center
lactation education & support, pump rentals, bra fittings, pump and pump accessories 443-569-4756 http://www.specialbeginnings.com/
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US Food and Drug Administration
Breast pump information 1-888-463-6332 www.fda.gov
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Anamaya Wellness
Acupuncturists and Massage Therapists
(443) 851-0537 www.anamayawellness.com
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Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Assoc. of North America
Find a certified therapist who can provide gentle touch to encourage the nervous system to give health to the whole body.
https://www.craniosacraltherapy.org/
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Brain and Spinal Cord Care
Spinal cord injury rehabilitation 1-866-611-BASC
www.brainandspinalcord.org/spinal-cord-injury-rehabilitation.html
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Center for Growing Families
Support services and psychotherapy for adults
301-583-9757 www.centerforgrowingfamilies.com
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Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 800-422-4453
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Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
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Effective Integrative Healthcare, LLC
Chiropractors specializing in pregnant women
410-846-9072 http://www.eihcrofton.com
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Health Quest Chiropractic and Physical Therapy
Customized and gentle chiropractic
410-690-8052 http://hqchiro.com/
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Moms on Call
Non-judgmental listening; Understanding, acceptance, support, and encouragement; Suggestions for self-care; info for general resources about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
703-829-7152 (Volunteer moms will call back)
http://www.postpartumva.org/moms-on-call/
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National Association of Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders
888-375-7767
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-SAFE (7233) (live chat also available online)
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
833-943-5746
National Sexual Assault Hotline / RAINN
800-656-HOPE (4673) (live chat also available online)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
988 or 800-273-TALK (8255)
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Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Link to an details on this act and an easty to understand infographic for tips on asking for reasonable accommodations on the job.
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Postpartum Support VA
Postpartum depression support
312-952-6438 http://www.postpartumva.org/
Info@postpartum va.org
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Pregnancy Chiropractic & Family Wellness
Chiropractors specializing in pregnant women
http://www.pregnancychiropractic.com/
Rose Physical Therapy Group
Physical therapy help for pregnant women with back or hip pain. Experts in early intervention for infants and children.
202.630.0378 www.rosept.com
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Sidelines: High Risk Pregnancy Support Network
Special help for high risk moms
(888) 447-4754 www.sidelines.org
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Veteran's Crisis Line Dial 988, Press 1
The baby’s here! Now what!?!
Artistic Design Photography
Pregnancy Photos a Specialty
But also family photos after birth www.adphotos.org
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Baby Boot Camp
Getting Fit with the help of your stroller 301.821.5834
Baby first!
Special care and information for premature babies
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Consumer Product Safety Commission
To find out what baby items have been recalled
www.cpsc.gov/cgi-bin/javascripts/widgetrss.html
Fit Pregnancy
Tips for keeping fit during and after that baby’s born
Focus on the Family
Gives great, practical advice on all that is good, great and challenging about being a new parent
www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/babies_toddlers_preschoolers/newborns.aspx
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Infant Massage USA
Infant massage www.infantmassageusa.org
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Website with links for new parents-to-be
loads of articles, checklists & free stuff for mom and baby
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Additional websites with links for new parents-to-be
Lots of practical help for new parents
https://www.smartpatients.com/partners/ppd