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NurtureMom Links Directory:
The Internet has thousands of websites offering information,
suggestions, and support for the vital - and sometimes crazy-making! -
work of raising a family today.
Here are our favorites; just follow the links below.
Health Care Information
Health Care Professionals
Pregnancy and Child Birth
Breastfeeding
Postpartum Depression Resources
Mothers Clubs
National Parent Organizations
General Sites for Parents
Mothers and Working for Pay
Preschools
For Fathers
Books We Like
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Pregnancy and Childbirth
Many of the sites in General Sites for Parents also have information
about pregnancy and childbirth.
The Association of Labor Assistants
and Childbirth Educators (ALACE) - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.efn.org/~djz/birth/add695/alacegen.html
International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) Mother Nurture Recommends: www.icea.org
American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.midwife.org
Mother Nurture Doula Service - Organization in New York state that brings a
caring helpfulness to mothers with young babies. (No link to our book, Mother
Nurture.) Mother Nurture Recommends: http://mothernurture.com
Birthsisters - Doula service located
in the San Francisco Bay Area offering pre- and post-natal support for
mothers, including: emotional, physical and informational support during
labor; post-natal visits; generous pre- and post-natal phone support.
Also has excellent links. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.birthsisters.com
Sarah McMoyler's Birth University - Very experienced professionals
teaching childbirth education, baby care, breastfeeding and CPR classes
in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.birthu.com
Pregnancy.org -
Tremendous collection of articles on pregnancy,
childbirth, parenting, and special issues. Also has tools like printable
growth charts, bulletin boards and members-only areas, and great links.
Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.pregnancy.org
Midwives Online -
Global Information portal for Midwives and New
Parents. Equipping and empowering Midwives for 21st Century Practice.
Equipping and empowering parents for raising the next generation! Mother
Nurture Recommends: http://www.Midwivesonline.com
Leclaire Hypnobirthing Method - Created in 1987, the Leclaire
Hypnobirthing Method has helped many mothers to a painless and safe,
natural childbirth. Dr. Leclaire's site also has links and other
resources. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.leclairemethod.com
Natural Touch Doula - Nicole Seeds is a nurturing, certified doula
(DONA) in Vancouver, Canada with a warm and wonderful website. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.NaturalTouchDoula.com
Aliya.ae- Middle East Women's Portal - Womens Fashion, Womens Health, Hair Care, Pregnancy, Diet plan.
Aliya.ae is an online portal for women in the Middle East. Find tips on health, fashion, beauty, hair care, lingerie, pregnancy, diet plan,
fitness and women's apparel. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.aliya.ae
pregnancy-calendars.net - Your week-by-week Pregnancy Guide. Our comprehensive and
detailed pregnancy calendar will help you to discover exactly how you
and your baby are developing. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.pregnancy-calendars.net
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Postpartum Depression Resources
The Marce Society - International
association of researchers interested in postpartum issues. Mother Nurture Recommends:
www.marcesociety.com
Postpartum Support International -
International organization dedicated to helping mothers and professionals
grapple with postpartum issues, especially depression. Support local groups,
annual conferences, and excellent newsletter. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.postpartum.net
Postpartum Health Alliance - California organization
affiliated with Postpartum Assistance for Mothers; similar aims and offerings.
Mother Nurture Recommends: www.postpartumhealthalliance.org
Postpartum Assistance for Mothers -
Organization founded by Shoshana Bennett, Ph.D. offering home visits and phone
consultations for postpartum mood disorders. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.postpartumassistance.com
Pacific Post Partum Support Society - Information and
support; strong resources for fathers. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.postpartum.org/index2.html
Beyond the Blues: Prenatal & Postpartum
Depression. The latest information on moodswings during and after pregnancy.
Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.beyondtheblues.com
Drugwatch.com features up to date information on the drug side effects, of prescription and over-the-counter medications, including safety advice for pregnancy.
Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.Drugwatch.com
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Breastfeeding
Many of the sites in General Sites for Parents also have information
about nursing.
La Leche League - The International
breast feeding support organization. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.lalecheleague.org
Promotion of Mother's Milk, Inc.
(ProMoM) - Organization dedicated to increasing public awareness and public
acceptance of breastfeeding. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.promom.org (Also see 101 Reasons to Breastfeed: www.promom.org/101)
Breastfeeding.com is the place for help and information on breastfeeding. Detailed information,
book reviews, humor, a directory of lactation consultants and more. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.breastfeeding.com
Kelly Mom was developed to provide evidence-based information on breastfeeding, sleep and parenting.
Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.kellymom.com
Mothering Magazine - The Magazine of Natural Family Living. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.mothering.com
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Mothers Clubs
International MOMS Clubs - Extensive links to local
clubs. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.momsclub.org/index.html
Mothers & More - International
organization supporting mothers who have altered their career paths in order to
care for their children at home. Advocacy, local chapters, information,
networking. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.mothersandmore.org
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
International - Great resources plus links to local chapters for mothers;
Christian fellowship. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.gospelcom.net/mops/index.shtml
National Organization of Mothers of
Twins Clubs - Resources of all kinds plus extensive links to local clubs. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.nomotc.org
Mothers of Supertwins (MOST) - Network of families
with triplets, quadruplets and more. Provides information, resources, empathy
and good humor during pregnancy, infancy, toddlerhood and school age. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.mostonline.org
Federation of Texas A&M University
Mothers' Clubs - Links to clubs comprised of alumni of the university.
Mother Nurture Recommends: www.aggiemoms.org
The Parents Network - For parents in
the Berkeley California area. Besides incredibly thorough listing of local
resources, has advice on many specific topics. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://parents.berkeley.edu
Also try SheKnows.com for a directory
of mothers clubs. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.SheKnows.com/directory/Mothers/Clubs
DancingStarBirth.ca - Mothers Unfolding Circles for new mamas and babes at Pomegranate
Midwifery Clinic in Vancouver, BC. Circles explore identity,
relationships, sexuality, intuitive parenting, and finding balance.
Mother Nurture Recommends: DancingStarBirth.ca
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National Parent Organizations
Parents Leadership Institute - Helps parents come together to address the
impacts of poverty, racism, and economic pressures on families today. Advocacy,
classes and workshops, educational materials, and newsletter. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.parentleaders.org
National Parenting Association -
Advocacy and lobbying on behalf of parents. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.parentsunite.org/CFparentsunite/index2.cfm
Family and Home Network - Nonprofit
organization supporting stay-at-home mothers, in part by publishing
"Welcome Home." Their site has many heartfelt and helpful articles -
most are first-person from mothers - as well as other resources that can
help moms with issues like transitioning to staying home, working at
home, or teamwork with their partner. They also have public advocacy
materials related to motherhood. Mother Nurture Recommends:
www.familyandhome.org
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General Sites for Parents
Hip Mama Website for the wise, deeply honest, saucy,
iconoclastic
magazine. Mother Nurture recommends www.hipmama.com
Kinderstart - Major directory to resources for parents on the internet.
Mother Nurture Recommends: www.kinderstart.com/index.html
Presents SF Bay Area programs of
Sherry
Reinhardt, RN, MPH, MOM, as well as incredible collection of resources
for anyone in the country (actually, worldwide). Mother Nurture
recommends http://users.lanminds.com/sherryr/index.html
Mothering Magazine - Fabulous
information and nurturing support from the people who bring you the classic,
"natural family living magazine." Mother Nurture Recommends: www.mothering.com
Nurtured.com - Lots of help and
resources, especially for people interested in attachment parenting, extended
breastfeeding, alternative medicine, and homeschooling. Mother Nurture Recommends:
www.nurtured.com
Momscape - General-purpose site with
advice, community, product reviews, and lots more. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.momscape.com/index.htm
Parentstages - Tons of high-quality
advice, whether you are pregnant, a new parent, or have older children. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.parentstages.com
ParentCenter - News, tips, activities,
and features. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.parentcenter.com
Parent Soup - Great collection of
advice, message boards, and product info for just about every aspect of raising
children. An iVillage site. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.parentsoup.com
Parents Place - Another iVillage site
similar to Parent Soup. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.parentsplace.com
Twin Talk. Personal stories, tips, and
links to resources. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.twintalk.net
Sanity Central - Lots of great humor
and other resources for parents. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.sanitycentral.com
Mommies On The Web - Interactive site
offering friendship and support to all moms on the web. Mother Nurture Recommends:
www.mommiesontheweb.com
MatchingMoms.com - Helps mothers find
other moms who live nearby for friendship, support and playgroups. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.matchingmoms.com
Elizabeth Pantley -Author and educator with warm-hearted and practical
advice about topics like helping an infant to sleep through the night or
getting more cooperation from a preschooler. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.pantley.com/elizabeth/
Cheapskate Monthly - Mary Hunt, noted author, helps you save money while
living the good life. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.cheapskatemonthly.com/
Elizabeth Borba, Ed.D. -
Author, speaker, and classroom teacher who
has written eighteen books about childrearing, most recently about
building moral intelligence. Her esteem-building materials have been
used by over a million students worldwide. Her site is full of useful
information. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.moralintelligence.com
Lisa Groen Braner -
Author of The Mother's Book of Well-Being, which
companions mothers through the first year of motherhood,
offering 52 weekly essays of self-care. At this site you can read book
excerpts, subscribe to a free quarterly column, and peruse a list of
self-care and parenting resources. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.LGBraner.com
Professionalnanny.com -
Tons of resources for parents looking for -
and those with - nannies, including advice, opinions, nanny training,
sample work agreements, homework help for kids. It is managed by Anne
Merchant, a nurse, an owner of a nanny placement service, and the author
of The Nanny Textbook 2003: The Professional Nanny Guide To Childcare.
Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.professionalnanny.com
ParentSpot.com -
Offering news articles, forums to chat
with other parents, both private and public journals, recipes, reviews, and
much more. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.parentspot.com
abchomepreschool.com -
ABC Home Preschool - The home of the original �use and reuse� wipe-off
ABC Home Preschool Workbooks (9 month curriculum). Also has resource
links and articles. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.abchomepreschool.com
AmericasMoms.com -
"Tools and resources for parents who click!"
Fantastic, well-organized collection of articles and links to resources
for everything imaginable related to raising a family today. Mother
Nurture Recommends: http://AmericasMoms.com
Marriage Prep 101 -
If you're engaged, considering marriage, or
already married but want a nice booster shot, this is the site for you.
Created by a husband and wife team of psychologists, it has lots of
articles and links, plus it showcases their research-based workshop,
MarriagePrep 101. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.marriageprep101.com
RubberduckyKids -
Charming site offering forums for parents, special
information for military moms (featured in USA Today and Donahue),
articles and links, and a catalog of fantastic educational toys. Mother
Nurture recommends: http://www.rubberduckykids.com
Mama's Ark -A flood of information for every mama!
Pregnancy, parenting, trying to conceive, baby showers, fun with kids,
recipes, scrapbooking and a whole lot more! Mother Nurture recommends:
http://www.mamasark.com
Brand New Mom -
A vibrant online community, resource center and search
engine for new and expectant mothers. Mother Nurture recommends:
http://www.brandnewmom.com
http://www.busymomsboutique.com -
A place for busy moms (and their loved ones) to STOP, SHOP, LEARN and
EARN money any time. Mother
Nurture recommends: http://www.busymomsboutique.com
http://www.talk-aboutit.com -
Specially designed cards to help your child open up and discuss the troubling issues of divorce. Mother
Nurture recommends: http://www.talk-aboutit.com
BabyNamesDirectory.com -
Baby Names Directory - Choose easily from thousands of baby girl or baby boy names categorized alphabetically, by meaning, popularity, origin, gender and uniqueness for the most perfect baby name and parenting resources. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.BabyNamesDirectory.com
MommaSaid.net -
Funny, uplifting, charming collection of writings and
community boards drawn together by Jen Singer, a journalist and mom who
never seems to sleep. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.mommasaid.net
The National Parenting Center - Serious
advocacy for parents, monthly newsletter, "Parents' Corner" with
solid advice, product reviews for children, chats and community.
Mother Nurture Recommends:http://www.tnpc.com
Parents Without Partners - An international
organization with a quite extraordinary collection of resources
for single parents and their children., including lists of local
chapters, a newsletter, articles posted on their website, and
listings of resources. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.parentswithoutpartners.org
Old Fashioned Living - You'll find down to
earth crafts, recipes, gardening features and family activities
plus tips on keeping your family history and teaching your kids
and grandkids about the generations that came before them. They
hope you'll brew a cup of tea and stay awhile! Mother Nurture
Recommends: http://www.oldfashionedliving.com
Inspiredparenting.net - Lovely site full of
heartfelt resources for parents. It has both practical ideas for
playful, artistic, and cultural activities with young children
as well as uplifting perspectives on what's really important in
raising a family. Mother Nurture recommends: www.Inspiredparenting.net
Momsvoice.com - Great resources for mothers, from
well-chosen and well-organized articles to chat rooms, a pregnancy
calendar, and sweet family activities Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.MomsVoice.com
OblockBooks - Really interesting books to
help teach the alphabet and pre-reading skills; they're fun,
convenient and easy. Includes an entire unit for each
letter that contains puppets, activities, songs, games,
worksheets, picture cards and more. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.oblockbooks.com
FamilyResource.com - Amazing collection of well-selected resources for
families, ranging from how-to's of childrearing to preserving a loving
marriage, building a nest egg, boosting your health, or dealing with
divorce. Also has a baby names directory, discussion forums, and
newsletter. Managed by Jon Henshaw, a licensed therapist. Mother Nurture
Recommends:
http://www.familyresource.com
Sgt Mom - "Military Life explained by a Military Wife." This is an
incredible site full of resources for military families, including
articles, links, support groups, inspiring quotes, and more. Mother
Nurture recommends:
http://www.sgtmoms.com
MomPack.com - Innovative and thoughtful resources for how mothers with
home-based businesses can support each other. In particular, offers ways
moms can include promotional materials for each other in their own
marketing materials. Also has message boards, links, and other
materials. Mother Nurture recommends:
http://www.MomPack.com
News for Parents - Provides news for parents regarding children's
health, nutrition, education and development, pregnancy and special
needs. Mother Nurture recommends:
http://www.newsforparents.org
www.SuperBusyParent.com -- Offers various resources to help the super
busy parent gain fulfillment, balance and success. Created by Natalie Gahrmann, MA, ACC, author of the book, Succeeding as a SuperBusy Parent Mother Nurture recommends:
http://www.SuperBusyParent.com
http://www.busymomsboutique.com -- A place for busy moms (and their loved ones) to STOP, SHOP, LEARN and EARN money any time. Mother Nurture recommends:
http://www.busymomsboutique.com
http://www.talk-aboutit.com -- Specially designed cards to help your
child open up and discuss the troubling issues of divorce. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.talk-aboutit.com
http://www.mamababychiro.com -- Dr. Amy Watson is a chiropractor and craniosacral therapist who treats infants, children, pregnant women, and mothers in Portland, Oregon. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.mamababychiro.com
http://www.commonsensemedia.org - Common Sense Media is a consumer information based organization
dedicated to helping parents and kids navigate through today's often
overwhelming world of media. Its website and blog provide forums where
adults and kids can learn from each other, speak out, and participate in
creating a responsible and enjoyable media environment. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.commonsensemedia.org
http://www.timeformarriage.com - This is a Marriage Preparation Class designed for couples who are
engaged or newlywed. It is a skills-based seminar that helps couples
prepare for the marriage of their dreams. The class is facilitated by
Bethany and Carl Miller. Bethany is a licensed psychologist with a private
practice in San Francisco. She has expertise in working with newly
married couples, new parents and women who are suffering from postpartum
depression.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.timeformarriage.com
Swaddling Mama offers a relaxation/guided imagery CD for new moms filled with loving affirmations and relaxation techniques, Swaddling
Mama is designed to reassure and recharge moms, so they can return to
parenting with fresh reserves of patience and love.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.SwaddlingMama.com/
Baby Blues Connection is a non-profit organization based in
Portland, Oregon that provides support and resources to mother's dealing
with postpartum and antepartum depression/anxiety. Baby Blues Connection is made up of
moms and partners who have gone through postpartum or antepartum and
now volunteer to help others through it as well. Most support
is provided via the phone so we can support mothers in all areas of the
nation. Baby Blues Connection also provides local support groups.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.babybluesconnection.org/
MommysWorld was born to provide a supportive community for mothers, mothers-to-be, and for all women seeking a place to discuss their lives, voice their concerns, and share in the joys of parenting.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.mommysworld.net/
SafeABC.com is a Family safe directory, family friendly site, family resource and information.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.SafeABC.com
The Mommies Network -- Your Mom to Mom Connection from coast to coast in the US dedicated to helping moms find support and friendship in their local community.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.TheMommiesNetwork.org
Just For Mom - We inspire, encourage, and support Mom by providing a resource and information, to assist through the everyday experience- of being a mom.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.JustForMom.com
Messysoup.com, an online magazine airing marital & relationship issues, parenting concerns, and other topics that make up modern life.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.messysoup.com/
RaisingThem.com -
A parenting social network - meet parents nearby - join groups - share parenting advice. Mother
Nurture recommends: http://www.RaisingThem.com
Help4Mothers.com -
Help4Mothers.com provides help on communication within the family, and answers to everyday questions you might have on parenting or just being a good mother. Mother
Nurture recommends: http://www.Help4Mothers.com
ParentingTeensOnline.com -
ParentingTeensOnline.com is a free monthly online magazine for the parents of teens ages 12-19 offering practical, parent-and expert-guided advice. Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.parentingteensonline.com
ChildhoodMatters.org -
Through our website and radio shows, we offer information and inspiration for parents and all who care about kids.
Mother Nurture recommends: http://www.ChildhoodMatters.org
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Mothers and Working for Pay
National Association of Entrepreneurial Parents - Advice and resources for
parents who work at home. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.en-parent.com/index.htm
Blue Suit Mom - Advice, discussions,
and newsletters focused on the concerns of mothers in the workplace. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.bluesuitmom.com
At Home Works - Information, job
listings, and other resources for parents wanting to work at home. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.at-homeworks.com/index.htm
BizyMoms - Online classes, chat,
advice, etc. for moms working at home. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.bizymoms.com
Cyberworking.com - Focuses on working
via the internet while at home. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.cyberworking.com
Work-at-home-shop.com - Start A Work At Home Job ... With The Work at Home Shop the ultimate work-at-home resource that provides detailed information, international resources, and personal coaching to help you work at home ... all for free. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.work-at-home-shop.com
http://www.myownbusiness.org - My Own Business, Inc., is a nonprofit organization which offers a free, online, twelve-session course that provides the basic do's and don'ts for entrepreneurs. Mother Nurture Recommends:
http://www.myownbusiness.org
http://www.briefcasemoms.com - Briefcase Moms® mission is to make it easier for working mothers to live balanced and successful lives. Let Lisa Martin, life coach and author of Briefcase
Moms®: 10 Proven Practices to Balance Working Mothers' Lives®, show you
how. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.briefcasemoms.com
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Preschools
Association of Waldorf Schools of North America Mother Nurture
recommends www.awsna.org
California Council of Parent Participation Nursery Schools - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.ccppns.org
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For Fathers
Menstuff, The National Men's Resource - Exceptional collection of resources
for men. See the fatherhood section at www.menstuff.org/frameindex.html
Stay at Home Fathers - Articles and
first-person accounts for fathers who are highly engaged in parenting. Mother Nurture Recommends:
www.stayathomefathers.com
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Health Care Information
The internet has hundreds of websites offering research information and suggestions about how to improve your health. Here's a sampling of our favorites:
National Institutes of Health - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.nih.gov
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.cdc.gov
National Women's Health Information Center - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.4woman.gov
National Women's Health Network - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.womenshealthnetwork.org
Yale Library: Selected internet resources - Mother Nurture Recommends: http://info.med.yale.edu/library.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine - A division of the National Institutes of Health. Has fact sheets for consumers, results of clinical trials, and a wealth of other information. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.nccam.nih.gov
. Also see www.noah-health.org for information about complementary treatments for numerous health conditions.
The Richard and Hinda Rosenthal Center at Columbia University - Mother Nurture Recommends: cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/rosenthal
The Research Council for Complementary Medicine - Mother Nurture Recommends: www.rccm.org.uk.
American Botanical Council - For information about herbs, Mother Nurture Recommends: www.herbalgram.org.
Transitions for Health Women's Institute - Knowledgeable about hormone imbalance, and a good source of referrals to professionals who are experienced with the spectrum of care. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.tfhwomensinstitute.com
Mother Nurture Recommends: www.medscape.com - Extensive information on health care subjects for physicians and other professionals; some handouts on selected topics for consumers; search engine.
Mother Nurture Recommends: www.webmd.com - Consumer oriented website loaded with health care information.
Mother Nurture Recommends: www.coalition4cancerprevention.org - Clearinghouse of information about toxins that could cause cancer in adults or children, and how to avoid them.
Mother Nurture Recommends: womenfitnesscentre.com - Information on the causes of women hair loss.
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Health Care Professionals
The Insider's Guide (Appendix E) discusses the spectrum of licensed health care providers. For referrals to physicians in general, see:
American Medical Women's Association - Focus on women's health. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.amwa-doc.org.
American Medical Association - The largest association of physicians in America. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.ama-assn.org.
For referrals to licensed professionals oriented toward complementary and alternative medicine, see:
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians - Graduates of accredited naturopathic medical schools and licensed in a limited number of states. Usually very knowledgeable in nutrition and the alternative methods in the spectrum of care. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.naturopathic.org.
American College for the Advancement of Medicine - Association of physicians practicing complementary medicine, particularly using chelation therapy. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.acam.org.
American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine - National association of colleges that train osteopaths, with information about osteopathy. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.aacom.org.
American Holistic Medical Association - Physicians and other licensed health care providers. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.holisticmedicine.org.
Ricki Pollycove, M.D., co-author of Mother Nurture: A Mother's Guide
to Health in Body, Mind, and Intimate Relationships. A wonderfully warm
and caring physician specializing in women's health, gynecology, and
hormones. Mother Nurture recommends http://www.drricki.com
Harriet Lerner, Ph.D. - Author of The Dance of Anger, The Dance of
Motherhood, and many other outstanding books. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.harrietlerner.com/pages/about.html
Drs. Michelle and Patrick Gannon, and
Marriage Prep 101 - Wonderful and powerful workshops in the San Franisco Bay
Area helping spouses-to-be develop the best possible foundation for a lasting
and loving marriage. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.marriageprep101.com/homepage.html
Sherry Reinhardt - Presents SF Bay Area programs of Sherry Reinhardt,
RN, MPH, MOM, as well as an incredible collection of resources for
anyone in the country (actually, worldwide). Mother Nurture Recommends: http://users.lmi.net/sherryr/index.html
Rowena Bennett - Discuss any baby or child care problem, one to one with a qualified and experienced child health nurse. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.babycareadvice.com
Dr. Joanne Baum has been a therapist, writer and educator for over twenty-five years. Joanne developed the
philosophy, strategies and techniques of Respectful Parenting as she worked with adults and children in her private practice office.
Her web-site describes the basics of Respectful Parenting, contains a variety of newspaper columns from the last nine years of writing
family/parenting columns for the Canyon Courier newspaper in Evergreen, Colorado. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.respectfulparenting.com
Mothers in Balance -- founder Yvonne Lefort, M.A., is a mother and career counselor who started leading mothers' groups in 2002 on "Rediscovering Yourself in the Midst of Motherhood." The group helps mothers find more balance and a sense of their own personal identity outside of motherhood. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.mothersinbalance.com
LaurenCulp.com -- My specialties are working with couples with children, prenatal and
postpartum health, and parenting all kinds of children including those
with learning differences. I incorporate Mother Nurture into my work. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.LaurenCulp.com
Motheringminds -- The need for psychotherapy can surface during any phase of life, and like most health issues prevention and early intervention are an important part of your wellbeing. Mother Nurture Recommends: http://www.motheringminds.com
For other professional groups, see:
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine - Certifies acupuncturists for licensure in most states. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.nccaom.org.
American Association of Oriental Medicince - Professional association of acupuncturists. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.aaom.org. You could also try state associations for referrals.
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture - Association of physicians who perform acupuncture. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.medicalacupuncture.org.
American Chiropractic Association - National association of chiropractors. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.amerchiro.org. Or try state associations for referrals.
National Center for Homeopathy - Directory of licensed practitioners who use homeopathy. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.healthy.net/nch.
American Psychological Association - National association of psychologists, plus great information about mental health. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.apa.org.
American Psychiatric Association - National association of psychiatrists, with some information for consumers. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.psych.org.
www.smoothtransitions.net -- Smooth Transitions provides certified
custom infant care to Colorado families with infants up to
six months. Mother Nurture Recommends: www.smoothtransitions.net.
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