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| Helpful Pregnancy and Mothering Links First Coast Center for the Arts (formerly Hollie's Dancin Dream) Current location of Jax Prenatal Yoga and classes for the whole family including, Heated Power Yoga, Pilates, Kindermusik, Dance, and Martial Arts. Jacksonville Doulas and Childbirth Instructors DONA International (Doula Information) A Doula's role is to support to the birthing mother before, during, and imediately after birth. Also is a list of local Doulas. Michelle always recommends hiring a Doula for childbirth. Dr. Alterman and Johnson, Jacksonville Beach Chiropractors Specializing in Pregnancy, Baby and Children's Chiropractic. Can assist with many pregnancy and infant ailments. Fruitful Vine Midwifery, Jacksonville Two wonderful local midwives who offer homebirth and birth center services. A great option for those wanting an natural birth! Michelle highly recommends Sharon and Hope at Fruitful Vine! Baby Blessings Natural Products, Jacksonville Local owner, Tracy Dixon, specializes in natural baby products, like cloth diapers, breastfeeding and pumping supplies, lactation consultations, and natural childbirth classes. Healing Waters Therapy Massage Therapist, Kristi Gabriel also provides Prenatal and Postnatal Massage. http://www.healingwaterstherapy.com "The Business of Being Born" A fantastic documentary by Ricki Lake that sheds light on birthing practices in America. A must-see for every pregnant woman! This film can be rented through the Jacksonville Public Library. La Leche League International The best resource in breastfeeding support. Also a list of local LLL groups that meet monthly to provide free information and support to all breastfeeding mothers. The Beaches LLL Groups meets at 10:30 am the 1st Wed. of each month at the Palms Presbyterian Church, Jax Beach. Mothering Magazine A magazine that supports natural family living and attachment parenting. Articles include breastfeeding, co-sleeping, baby-wearing, creative play, and much more! Michelle's favorite magazine! Fuzzi Bunz Eco-friendly cloth diapers and diapering accessories. Michelle's favorite diaper! Three Sisters Toys, Neptune Beach A local, mom-owned toy store specializing in natural, beautiful wooden toys designed to promote open-ended and creative play. Michelle's favorite source for natural toys and baby supplies! Lollipop Lane, Atlantic Beach An upscale children's consignment store that sells great clothes and toys. Michelle's favorite place to find a deal! Kevin Radford Photography, Jacksonville Beach Local photographer who specializes in wedding, pregnancy and baby. On-site locations or in his home. All photos are included in the price. You keep a disk with all the photos for your own personal use. "Proactive Pregnancy" a book by Katie Vogel Jacksonville author and mom of two has written this book on what you need to know before the baby comes. A great resource for the new mom! Melissa Palmer, Distributor of Young Living Oils and Juice Plus+, Jacksonville Seaside Playgarden, Jacksonville Beach A Walforf-inspired, pre-school and kindergarten that focuses on nurturing the child's creative soul using puppetry, song, bread-baking, gardening, and artistic activities. Only simple and natural toys used. New this year - FREE 4-yr.old VPK! Michelle's choice for her own son! Heated Power Yoga: Yoga for after the Baby! Heated Power Yoga with Nicole Deloreto, Thursdays @ 7pm, First Coast Center for the Arts, Atlantic Beach. $10 per class. http://www.heatedpoweryoga.com Yoga Ananda: A Center for Yoga and Wellness Yoga for everyone and Prenatal Services including Prenatal Yoga, Prenatal Massage, Hypnobirthing classes, Doula trainings, Volunteer Doulas/Doulas in Training, and Prenatal Yoga certification. 4150 & 4154 Herschel Street, Jacksonville, FL 32210 http://www.YogaAnandaStudio.com | |
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