Congratulations on your pregnancy!

This is an exciting time with much to learn, prepare for and enjoy.
GPs may be a first point of contact for someone pregnant, however, remember that they, as well as many other medical professionals, do not have any (or little) training in optimal pregnancy, normal birthing, gentle birthing or post birth support such as breastfeeding etc. If you desire to have a normal birth (gentle birth, home birth, calm birth, vaginal birth etc with little or no medical intervention) please ensure you consult relevant professionals who are specifically trained in these areas. (e.g. independent midwives, doulas, lactation consultants etc.)
You may also wish to look at our Health & Nutrition page for optimising your health (and your baby's) during pregnancy and following. I hope you find the following useful in your journey as an expecting parent.

We have created an Information Kit containing over 15 articles and heaps of resources, contacts and references – where possible these are local to Adelaide. This document is a great starting point for new parents or those wishing to learn a little more about natural / attachment parenting. Download it here. Information Kit

See below for more pregnancy and birthing resources and links.

Homebirth Network SA

Information regarding home birthing and access to independent midwives

www.homebirthsa.org.au

www.beautifulbirthfestival.net.au

Monthly Morning tea flyer here

Birth Matters

Information on birth choices in South Australia including policies, costs, birth statistics etc.

www.maternitycoalition.org.au/member/birthsa.html

CARES (Caesarean Awareness)

Information and support regarding a planned caesarean or support following a caesarean

www.cares-sa.org.au

Flyer here

Soutside Osteopathy

Treatment for new babies or pregnant mothers

www.southsideosteopathy.com.au

Australain Breastfeeding Association

Support and advice on breastfeeding

www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Baby Massage

Learn baby massage or enjoy a massage during pregnancy

Vicki Haines 0466 579 438

HypnoBirthing

Hypnosis techniques for gentle birthing

www.synergywithin.com.au

Nature's Cradle

Shop online or in-store for natural baby and pregnancy products, nappies, clothes etc.

www.naturescradle.com.au

The Rainbow Tree

Shop online or in-store for natural baby and pregnancy products, nappies, clothes etc.

www.therainbowtree.com.au

Doulas of South Australia

Doulas are becoming a popular choice as a birth attendant. They provide women continuous support during pregnancy, labour and after birth. They are experienced to provide physical, emotional and friendly support!

www.dosa.org.au

www.bellybirthandbeyond.com.au

Flyer here

Natural Parenting SA

Info website

www.naturalparentingsa.org

EFT & Gentle Birthing

EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) services for birthing and beyond

www.EFT2Peace.com

www.healing4birth.com