Resources
Over the years I have developed a wonderful non-overwhelming selection of resources to help you on your pregnancy journey... for you,
with love, Mama Lee Midwife.
BOOKS
Janet Balaskas
How to have Well Adjusted Babies
Dr Jennifer Barham-Floreani
Dr. Sarah Buckley
Janet Balaskas
Hetty van de Rijt & Frans Plooij
Jenny Blyth
Maggie Banks
Ina May Gaskin
DOWNLOADS
ONLINE
For the mind
Mind The Bump www.mindthebump.org.au free meditation to help individuals and couples support their mental and emotional wellbeing in preparation for having a baby and becoming new parents
Headspace www.headspace.com fantastic subscription based mediation, that has different segments tailored to aspects of your life such as pregnancy, relationships, stress, and working towards creating more space
Support
Raisingchildren.net.au A parenting website that offers comprehensive, practical, expert child health and parenting information and activities covering children aged 0-15 years
PANDA supports women and their families who are suffering from perinatal anxiety or depression. Check out helpful articles and insights and a helpline 24/7
Association of breastfeeding mothers Uk based organisation to assist those who have chosen to breastfeed, resources, counselling and other support available.
Breastfeeding USA a USA based organisation empowering women to breastfeed, with local groups, resources and support.
Breastfeeding.asn.au Australian Breastfeeding Association offers a place for resources, live chats, a breastfeeding helpline 1800 686 268, and up to date information to support you whilst breastfeeding
Practical
Nappy free elimination www.sarahbuckley.com Dr. Sarah Buckleys article explains the way you can, like many women around the world, not use nappies/diapers but instead learn cues from your baby
Hug a bub www.hugabub.com A
Ergo www.ergobaby.com.au Another hands free baby carrier option