Pregnancy & Labor/Delivery

The following listings are professionals and organizations that I have sought out and researched to better provide you and your loved ones with the necessary resources to cope with various conditions and circumstances. Feel free to contact me with questions regarding this list or to share your helpful resources.

Gaia Midwifery P.C.

A midwifery practice in Long Island.  Website has extensive list of doulas, childbirth educators, and more.

Susan Brockman

866-239-5445

www.gaiamidwives.com

Choices in Childbirth

Information and referrals for doulas, acupuncturists, counselors, birthing centers, nutritionists, etc.

www.choicesinchildbirth.org

Layda.org

A Jewish birthing community containing articles, videos, birth stories and resources.

www.layda.org

BOOKS:

• "Active Birth: The New Approach To Giving Birth Naturally" By Janet Balaskas
• "Birthing From Within," by Pam England CNM & Rob Horowitz, PhD.
• "The Pregnancy Bible" By Joanne Stone MD and Keith Eddleman MD
• "The Whole Pregnancy Handbook," by Joel M. Evans, MD with Robin Aronson
• "Mayo Clinic Guide to Pregnancy," by Mayo Clinic