Knowledge is power
Nourishing your body and mind to have an evidence-based birth. These resources are curated by me and organized by topic to help you find what you need.
Breastfeeding
Classes and care for pregnancy to postpartum
Support for families of the African Diaspora providing Human Milk to their young
Lactation and doula support
Helping mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support
Providing NYLCA lactation consultants for everyone in New York City
Books & Scholarly Articles
Race, Reproduction, and the Meaning of Liberty — Dorothy Roberts
Scientific American — article
Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma — Bessel van der Kolk
American Journal of Public Health — Owens & Fett, 2019
Childbirth Education
A community-based doula organization in Brooklyn
Non-judgmental childbirth education, doula, and lactation-support services
Support programs and classes for expectant and new parents in Brooklyn
Parenting classes in Brooklyn
Pregnancy & Birth Education
Research-backed articles, comfort measures, induction information, VBAC resources, and childbirth education.
Prenatal care, premature birth prevention, nutrition, and postpartum recovery information.
Reliable medical guidance on pregnancy, labor, postpartum healing, and mental health.
Breastfeeding education and support resources.
Comfort techniques, fetal positioning, and labor movement strategies.
Mental health support, postpartum depression resources, therapist directories, and support groups.
Doula Support & Birth Outcomes
This review found doula support was associated with improved birth experiences, reduced cesarean rates, shorter labor, and better maternal outcomes.
This randomized controlled trial found improvements in breastfeeding initiation, childbirth preparation participation, and infant care practices.
This research highlights the role of community doulas in emotional support, advocacy, breastfeeding support, and navigating social determinants of health.
This review found that prenatal education, emotional support, and supportive labor interventions improve childbirth perception and reduce psychological birth trauma.
This article explores how doulas may help reduce maternal health disparities through advocacy, education, and culturally responsive care.
This study discusses how digital postpartum communities can provide emotional validation and support for new mothers experiencing stress or postpartum depression.
Newborn Care
A guide to your baby's mental development leaps during the first 20 months of life.
Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson — revolutionary strategies for nurturing your child's developing mind.
Cynthia Gabriel — a companion guide to the first months of life for baby and family.
Liz Andrews and Lynne Murray — understanding babies' communication from birth.
William and Martha Sears — everything you need to know about your baby from birth to age two.
Carrie Contey — a gentle, evidence-based approach to understanding and soothing your newborn.
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