As a pregnant and postpartum family, there is so much that comes up and many brilliant care providers in the East Bay to support you. Here is a list of some trusted providers, and certainly more are available as I learn your family and your needs!
Acupuncturist
Amy Mitchell @ Mitchell Family Acupuncture
Traci Moren @ Full Moon Acupuncture
Birth Doula
Birth Photographer
Melissa @ Melissa Bartlett Photography
Julia @ Julia Christina Photography
Emmalaine @ Emmalaine Berry Photography
Childbirth Education
Childbirth Ed for Out-of-Hospital Birth-ers
Chiropractor
Kenda and Armene @ Awaken Chiropractic
Ariel Provasoli @ Flow Chiropractic
Craniosacral Therapy
Anna Whalen @ Bodywork for Babies
EMDR and Birth Trauma Healing
Lactation Consultant
La Leche League of Berkeley/Oakland
Massage Therapy
MFT
Mother’s Groups
Postpartum Circles @ Oakland Birth + Wellness
Movement
Kate Artibee @ Sactuary Pilates
Debbie’s Prenatal Posture Guide
Debbie’s Postpartum Posture Guide
Yoga
Pediatrician - Dr. Adrienne Ritter
Naturopathic Pediatrician - Tara Natural Medicine
Pelvic Floor Specialist
Melinda or Julia @ Pelvic Pain and Rehabilitation Center
Postpartum Doula
Postpartum Mental Health Support
Postpartum Support International
Perinatal Psychotherapy Services
Maternal Outreach Mood Services
Postpartum Depression Resource
Placenta Encapsulation
Resources About Homebirth
Want to learn more about homebirth and midwifery care? Here are some resources to send incredulous friends or family members...or to help support your decision making!
The Midwives Alliance of North America Statistics Project
Why Not Home? The Surprising Birth Choices of Doctors and Nurses
New England Journal of Medicine - Report on UK vs. US in Birth
Benefits of an Undisturbed Hour After Birth