Helpful Links
Birth Matters Virginia: Improving the culture of birth in Virginia by promoting an evidence-based model of maternity care and by supporting care providers who practice mother-friendly care.
The Bradley Method: Childbirth classes that stress the importance of healthy baby, healthy mother and healthy families.
Childbirth.org: Know your options.
Childbirth Connection: Helping women make informed decisions.
The Coalition for Improving Maternity Services: Promoting the care and well-being of mothers, babies and families.
DONA International: The world's oldest, largest, and most respected doula organization.
Dr. Moz - A fun site for products and general pregnancy information for moms and especially dads.
International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN): Improving maternal-child health by promoting vaginal births, encouraging VBACs as a safe option in most cases and discouraging unnecessary cesarean sections.
Ina May Gaskin's site: Author, activist, innovator, inspiring women to take back the fear of childbirth by regaining confidence in their bodies and assuring them - your body still works!
La Leche League International: Breastfeeding information for parents.
Lamaze International: Promoting normal birth.
Midwives Alliance of North America: Representing the profession of midwifery.
Midwifery Today: The heart and science of birth.
Mothering Magazine: The magazine of natural family living.
Spinning Babies - Helpful information on how to help ease your baby into the best position for labor.
The Trust Birth Initiative: Women talking to women about birth truths.
Waterbirth International: Easier for Moms - Better for Babies!
