Childbirth Resources

Support & Referral Resources

Trusted providers and organizations I refer to for mental health, bodywork, lactation, and family support.
These resources are shared to help clients access care beyond my scope while maintaining continuity, safety, and evidence-based practice.

Psychotherapist

Postpartum Support:
- Postpartum Resource Center of New York

Breastfeeding Support:
- Chocolate Milk Cafe
- La Leche League

Pediatrician:
- Tribeca Pediatrics

Support Groups:
- The Motherhood Center
- The Nesting Place

Prenatal & Pediatric Chiropractor:
- Flower of Life
- Islip Chiropractic & Massage Therapy

Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum Reading

Books I consistently recommend for informed decision-making across pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.

These titles are practical, research-informed, and aligned with physiologic birth, autonomy, and maternal well-being.

Pregnancy, Childbirth & The Newborn by Penny Simkin

The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin

The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth by Genevieve Howland

Natural Childbirth The Bradley Way

The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson

The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother by Heng Ou

Breastfeeding Made Simple

Tools & Products I Trust

Selected items that support comfort, recovery, and daily care during pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting.

These recommendations are based on real-world use, client feedback, and professional judgment — not trends.

Karma's Amazon Store

Podcasts & Educational Media

Thoughtful conversations and educational content that expand understanding of birth, lactation, and maternal health.

These sources prioritize lived experience, clinical insight, and critical thinking over sensationalism.

This resource list is not exhaustive and does not replace individualized medical or mental health care. Recommendations are shared for educational and referral purposes only.