new mother s resource guide

Welcome to the 2011 New Mothers Resource Guide

WHO WE ARE

The original New Mothers Resource Guide was created as a *volunteer project in 2008 by a group

of greater Seacoast mothers. Today the New Mothers Resource Guide is a thriving resource for new

mothers and parents-to-be. It is also a valuable resource for new fathers, grandparents, 'seasoned'

parents and any one who has the remarkable responsibility of caring for a child.

The purpose of the New Mothers Resource Guide is to promote the health and emotional

wellbeing of pregnant women, new mothers, and families living in the greater Seacoast area.

THANK YOU!

The NMRG would like to thank all of the local businesses and organizations involved in the 2011 New

Mothers Resource Guide; without you we would not be able to provide greater Seacoast mothers

and families with the variety of valuable resources available to them.

We would also like to thank the families who make use of the NMRG. By utilizing the various local

businesses in the NMRG, youre sustaining the local businesses in your community and we thank you

for doing so! Your support enables those businesses to support you in your journey through

motherhood and beyond.

ADVERTISING INQURIES

Angie M. Lombard| NMRG Managing Director

(W) www.newmothersresourceguide.com/Advertise

(E) [email protected]

(P) 603.502.4934

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ONLINE & SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

The NMRG has integrated our print, online and social media marketing into sensible advertising

packages for one-stop marketing made easy and affordably. We are a local, family-owned, small

business working to promote other local businesses and organizations.

VALUE

Compared to other greater Seacoast advertising options NMRG ad costs are competitive and our

direct marketing approach is particularly effective, allowing small businesses to advertise

throughout the greater Seacoast effectively and affordably! We are happy to structure a payment

schedule to meet your budgeting needs.

DISTRIBUTION

The NMRG is printed annually and distributed throughout the greater Seacoast (FREE) at select local

hospitals birth & health centers, local businesses/non-profits, town libraries, and Drs offices from

York, ME to Newburyport, MA. Additionally the entire NMRG is online. The NMRG was created for

and tailored to the needs of the families interested in your service and being distributed to them

through our effective networking efforts and direct marketing approach.

*The NMRG was originated in 2007 by Mary Beth Bloser, who led a team of mothers/volunteers to create the guide. The

original authors included Mary Beth Bloser, Andrea Rutherford, Angie Lombard, Christa Bellmare, and Carey Thomas. Angie

Lombard agreed to assume sole responsibility for the NMRG so it could be updated annually; she turned the NMRG into a LLC in January 2009.

Table of Contents

Announcements & Stationery30

Art, Music & Educational Childrens Programs2/3

Breastfeeding Support..4 - 6

Childbirth Education.6 - 9

Childproofing & Safety Services..9

Chiropractors..10

CPR Classes (Infant/Child)..11

Doulas | Birth & Postpartum......................................................................................12 - 15

Hospitals | Free Standing Birth Centers...16

Massage Therapy (Infant & Adult)...17

Mental Health Support.20

Midwives...18

Mothers Groups | Support.........19/20

Nurse Practitioners.21

Obstetrics | Gynecology | Pre-natal Care.22/23

Pediatric Medical & Dental Care...24/25

Pediatric Rehabilitation Services.25/26

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation...26

Personalized Cooking | Chef Services...27

Photographers27

Postpartum Support..29

Retailers of Maternity/Infant/Child Items & Gifts..30

Specialty Foods Delivered..31

Ultrasound Suite | Pregnancy Spa...31

Websites of State & Local Family Resources...See NMRG website for direct links

Wraps & Carriers.30

Yoga | Exercise | Swim (Adult & Child).......32/33

Motherhood brings as much joy as ever, but it still brings boredom, exhaustion, and sorrow too. Nothing else will ever make you as

happy or as sad, as proud or as tired, for nothing is quite as hard as helping a person develop his own individuality especially while you struggle to keep your own. - Marguerite Kelly and Elia Parsons -

Cover photo graciously provided by:

www.mac-photography.com

Disclaimer: The New Mothers Resource Guide is meant to be a starting point for women in their journey through late

pregnancy and beyond. As you utilize the resources in within the NMRG, please know the NMRG does not endorse specific

providers or businesses. It is incumbent upon all of us to ask questions of, research, and learn about the people we let into our pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences.

Please note: We do not have every greater Seacoast resource available in the NMRG, but we are striving to get there! As

you might suspect, there are other resources available as well. We hope the resources available in the NMRG help make

your journey into motherhood a valuable learning experience.

Art, Music and Educational Childrens Programs

Pregnancy and postpartum are times of learning, adjustment, integration, and transformation. Parenting is an experience for which we receive little training and preparation yet it can be the most challenging, rewarding and intense experience of our

lives. It truly takes a village of support for a family to thrive in this transition. Below are area activities to do with your baby to both learn something new, get involved in the community, meet other parents, or to simply venture out for fresh air.

Art for Everyone Studio for Children Christine Hodsdon, NH Art Teaching Certification

Exeter, NH, 03833

(P) 603.772.1958

(E) [email protected] (W) www.exeterartforeveryone.com

All artwork created in the studio is encouraged to be

developed using the artists own personal and unique style. Emphasis is placed on the process of creating rather than the

product itself. At times, reference to past artists may be used to inspire a particular style. It is also important for young artists

to recognize the differences in styles among artists; VanGogh

vs. Picasso vs. Jackson Pollock. Through this process, they witness that everyones art is truly unique.

Babytime at Families First Tuesdays 10-11:30am.

Families First Health & Support Center,

Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH.

(P) 603.422.8208 (press 2) (W) www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org

facebook.com/families1st

twitter.com/FAM1stNH

Play, learning, and support for babies. (prenatal to 1 year) and their parents. No fee charged; childcare offered for older

children.| An educational, playful and supportive group for babies up to 12 months and their parents; expecting parents

also welcome! Facilitator: Parkie Boley. A program of Families

First Health and Support Center (www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org), held at the Community

Campus in Portsmouth. Program is free and includes free

childcare for older siblings. Advance signup required for childcare; call 603-422-8208 ext. 2. See ad on pages 21/22

Childlight Yoga Various Seacoast locations

(W) www.childlightyoga.com

facebook.com/childlightyoga

twitter.com/childlightyoga

Baby Itsy Bitsy Yoga: For babies 3 weeks old to almost crawling Tot Itsy Bitsy Yoga: For babies almost crawling to 24mos.

Little Family Yoga: 2-4 yrs.

Also offer programs for big kids, families, schools & more.

Providing yoga programs for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and families around the Seacoast. Also offering

mobile enrichment for preschools, home school groups,

birthday parties, Yoga 4 Classrooms and teacher trainings.

York Hospital | Bellycasting Family Care, 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909 Contact Robyn Mertens: 207.351.2129

(W) www.yorkhospital.com

facebook.com/YorkHospitalYorkME

twitter.com/YorkHospital

This class will be held the 3rd Thursday of every month from 6-8:00 pm in the Hall House on the York Hospital campus. Fee:

$50.00. Charges for classes will be billed to your insurance (with

the exception of belly casting - which insurance does NOT cover) on date of service.

Gymboree Play & Music of Rye Art (18 mo-5 yrs),

Gymboree (0-5 yrs) Music (0-5 yrs)

150 Lafayette Road, Rosewood Plaza, Rye, NH

(P) 603.964.3003

(E) [email protected] (W) www.gymboreeclasses.com

Art: Inspire your child's imagination and self-expression with a

world of hands-on art activities. Through painting, sculpture, drawing, collage, dramatic play and more, our art classes

encourage confidence and support artistic potential.

Gymboree: Encourage development through play and learning with our seven-level program designed to support

your child's growth at his or her own individual pace. Music:

Enhance your child's development and love of music through song, dance, movement games and instruments. See ad on previous page.

Music Together Jeanne Russell

Portsmouth Center for Yoga and the Arts

95 Brewery Lane # 9, Portsmouth, NH (P) 603.431.4755

(W) www.musictogetherofportsmouth.com

*Classes in Portsmouth, North Hampton, Newmarket and Kittery.

Experience Music Together and find out how important--and

how fun--your role can be! Music Together is an internationally

recognized early childhood music program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and the adults who

love them. Music Together classes are based on the

recognition that all children are musical. Music Together helps children learn to sing in tune, keep a beat, and participate

with confidence in the music of our culture, provided that their

early environment supports such learning. Our Music Together classes build on your child's natural enthusiasm for music and

movement.

A mother understands what a child does not say. Yiddish Proverb | 2

Art, Music and Educational Childrens Programs

Richie McFarland Children's Center Main Site: 11 Sandy Point Road, Stratham, NH Satellite Site: 81 New Hampshire Ave, Portsmouth, NH

(P) 603.778.8193


(W) www.RichieMcFarland.org

facebook/RichieMcFarlandChildrensCenter

Early Learning Group Program - play-based, preschool-readiness group experiences at both of our locations or other

community settings. These groups provide children with valuable social opportunities that include developmentally appropriate activities as well as individualized education and therapeutic support as needed. We limit the number of

participants in all our groups to ensure individualized attention.

Baby Signs - curriculum-based program for any parent who wants to foster communication with their young children. The program teaches easy ways to learn and practice sign language through the single session Parent Workshop or the 6-

week Sign, Say and Play class.

Parents As Teachers - research-based education program that offers parents practical ways to encourage learning, manage challenging behavior, and promote strong parent-child relationships. The programs core components consist of

personal visits, group meetings, developmental screenings and linkages to a network of community resources.

Parent-Child Playtimes - educational group experience that supports families in creating social opportunities for their children, provides caregivers with developmental guidance, demonstrates positive discipline strategies, and creates a

safe environment for families to network and gain support from one another.

Hanen Programs - parent education programs (It Takes Two to Talk and More than Words) that teach caregivers interaction guidelines and fun activities that enhance a childs communication skills. The programs combine group

learning and individual consultation to help parents understand strategies for developing their childs speech, language and communication skills. See ad on the inside back cover

the Childrens Museum of New Hampshire 6 Washington Street, Dover NH 03820

(P) 603.742.2002 facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumNH

(W) www.childrens-museum.org twitter.com/kidmuseumnh

The Childrens Museum operates exclusively for charitable purposes and serves as an educational resource for schools, families and communities. The museum strives to support the diverse population of the region, to provide learning

opportunities for all children, and to enrich the services of regional schools. See our ad below

Breastfeeding Support

The ancient and natural act of breastfeeding is not always simply begun. With the expert knowledge and resources of a lactation consultant, any bumps in the road can

be smoothed so the experience is comfortable and beneficial for both mother and baby. In addition to the invaluable support of peers and family, it is important to make

connections during pregnancy with La Leche League and mothers groups so the

support is there when you need it after your baby arrives.

Birth Roots Seacoast Perinatal Community Resource Center,

78 Government Street, Kittery, ME 03905. 2nd floor of the Wentworth-Dennett Building.

(P) 207.772.4784


(W) www.ourbirthroots.org

facebook.com/BirthrootsSeacoast | twitter.com/birthroots

Breastfeeding Basics - part 1 (Prenatal Breastfeeding Education) A prenatal class created to support the mom and partner. Learn all the basics of how your body works

and what your baby needs. You'll leave with an understanding of what to expect, how

to recognize and avoid common challenges and how to create a supportive environment to get off to the best start with breastfeeding. After your baby is born, take

class part 2 for more support. See ad on this page

Breastfeeding and Support - part 2 (Postnatal, after your baby is born) Because we

know there is only so much you can absorb before your baby is born... We offer this class to focus on where you are postpartum with breastfeeding, including the challenges and

ways to support all your hard work! The basics of pumping, storing and introduction of

bottles will be covered. Your questions will be answered. Please bring your breast pump if you have one (Ideal for moms with babies 4 weeks through 3 months).

Exeter Hospital Breastfeeding Session Class

5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH 03833

(P) 1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837)

(E) [email protected] (W) www.exeterhospital.com

Taught by a certified lactation consultant, the benefits of breastfeeding, the process of learning how to breastfeed and helpful techniques are just some of the topics covered

in this two-hour presentation. This class is highly recommended for both the expectant

mother and her partner/support person.

Portsmouth Regional Hospital Prenatal Breastfeeding Basics Class 333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.433.6998

(W) www.portsmouthhospital.com

facebook.com/PortsmouthHospital | twitter.com/PortsmouthReg

Breastfeeding does not always come automatically, and we're ready to help both you and your baby in getting started and enjoying the benefits of nursing. Taught by one of

our lactation consultants, this class provides information, advice, and support for women

who want to learn more about breastfeeding. Please call 433-6998 to register.

York Hospital Breastfeeding Class 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909

(P) 207.351.2129


facebook.com/YorkHospitalYorkME | twitter.com/YorkHospital

The purpose of this class is to present information and answer questions concerning breastfeeding. Partners are welcome! Class will meet the 4th Thursday of each month

from 6:00-8:00 pm.

She never quite leaves her children at home, even when she doesnt take them along. Margaret .C. Banning | 4

5 | NewMothersResourceGuide.com | Local events, classes & more:

Breastfeeding Support Exeter Hospital Breastfeeding Support Group


(P) 1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837) (E) [email protected]

(W) www.exeterhospital.com

At home, after your baby is born, you have available to you a

support group. The group meets every Friday from 11:00am -

12:30 noon. This group provides the added support needed for the changing needs of a growing baby. This is also a time to foster mother-to-mother support and assistance. A lactation

consultant is available during this time. There is no requirement to register for this group jut show up and join in with all the

participants.

Portsmouth Regional Hospital Hospital Breastfeeding Support Group 333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.436.5110


facebook.com/PortsmouthHospital

twitter.com/PortsmouthReg

Our Breast Feeding Support Group meets every Wednesday

from 10:00 am to 12 noon in the Maternity Family Room at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. You can stop by for a brief

period, or stay for the whole time if you want. You can enjoy

the benefits of meeting with a Certified Lactation Consultant who can assist you with your breastfeeding needs. Or you can

just stop by and relax while meeting other breastfeeding

women and their babies.

York Hospital Breastfeeding Support Group

15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909 (P) 207.351.2129




York Hospital's Breast-Feeding group: The group is offered

every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Hall House on the York Hospital campus. A lactation consultant is always

available for consultations and families can weigh their babies

at this weekly session. The group is free and all parents with babies are welcome. Lactation Consultants: Judi Kelley, Katie

Holmes and Robyn Mertens. Breastfeeding support line 207-

351-3481 Individual appointments available.

Seacoast Area La Leche League Sanford, ME: Angela, 207.324-2205

Durham, NH: Colleen, 603.294-4352 Durham, NH: Traci, 603.397.5235

Portsmouth, NH: Leila, 207.752.4611

(W) www.seacoastnhlll.org

Providing information and support for the Maine and NH

Seacoast Area. All women who have an interest in breastfeeding are invited to attend LLL meetings. All mothers

and their children are accepted with open arms at meetings.

Each mother is encouraged to take from La Leche League meetings what seems sensible and helpful to her. Monthly

meetings held in Dover & Stratham, NH.

GLOW | grow life. own wellness. Professional Lactation | Breastfeeding Counseling

Amy Hopkins, RN, LMT, CCCE, E-RYT - Owner

266 York St. Suite 2, York, ME 03909

(P) 207.641.7353

(E) [email protected] (W) www.glowbodywork.com

glowbodywork.wordpress.com

Private Postpartum Lactation Counseling session: Includes a

home visit or appointment at GLOW, email support, and three

counseling phone conversations.

Nursing Mothers Group* First visit to group is FREE.

Drop in rate: $5 On-going weekly: Wednesdays 9am - 11am at GLOW

*Please note: Mothers who are interested must contact Sara Walenta directly before coming to your first group:

[email protected] or 603-674-6452.

Koru Care Postpartum Doula Services Krista Maltais, PCD (DONA), CLC

Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Postpartum Doula & Early Childhood

Development Educator.

(P) 603.918.9298

(E) [email protected] (W) www.korucaredoula.com

See ad on pages 6/11

Achieve pain-free and successful breastfeeding experiences

while Koru Care Postpartum Doula Services provides personalized breastfeeding education, assessment, and

support in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

My mission is to provide the highest quality of care and

education to your entire family so that you may achieve the

confidence, skills, and resources needed to build a strong and successful family foundation.

I provide service to Southern Maine, Southeast New

Hampshire, and Northern Massachusetts.

Breastfeeding Support

Lisa O'Rourke Goulet RN, IBCLC RN, Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula (incl. overnights) and Breastfeeding Specialist

Mothering Moon | Biddeford, ME

(P) 207.283.3239

(E) [email protected] (W) www.motheringmoon.com

Helping to ease the transition into new or subsequent parenthood. Information and support during pregnancy, labor & birth, breastfeeding, and parenting can allow

parents to relax, enjoy these experiences, and be confident in their abilities to give birth,

feed and parent their babies.

Breast Pump Rentals:

York Hospital 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909 Baby Friendly Designated Hospital

(P) 207.351.2129




Childbirth Education The best childbirth and parenting classes are those which support families through the

many changes that come with welcoming a new child into the family. They provide

resources and information so families can make informed decisions, clarify beliefs, ideals and priorities and provide a context for families to proactively address fears and

concerns.

Birthing Classes:

GLOW ~ grow life. own wellness. Healthy Pregnancy and Childbirth Workshop

266 York St. Suite 2, York, ME 03909

(P) 207.641.7353


(W) www.glowbodywork.com


Part 1 This workshop focuses on optimal Health and Nutrition for pregnancy. The best foods, yummy recipes and healthy products to nourish you and your growing baby are

discussed. Best taken in first or early second trimester.

Part 2 A comprehensive, hands-on workshop that instills the knowledge and confidence

for birth by teaching effective massage and yoga concepts to help partners and coaches support mom before, during, and after birth. Best taken during second or third

trimester.

Exeter Hospital Prepared Childbirth Series




Taught by registered nurses who are also certified childbirth educators, the classes cover labor, birth, strategies for managing discomfort in labor (e.g. breathing and relaxation

techniques), and various technologies that may be used. A tour of the Family Center and birth video clips are included. This series of 4 classes is offered on weekday

evenings. It is expected that you complete "Your Pregnant Body" class before beginning

this series.

The phrase working mother is redundant. Jane Sellman| 6

Childbirth Education

Koru Care Postpartum Doula Services Krista Maltais, PCD (DONA), CLC Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Postpartum

Doula & Early Childhood Development Educator.

(P) 603.918.9298


(W) www.korucaredoula.com

Providing postpartum support and education so you can

understand and enhance your childs development. Learn

your babys cues, know age-appropriate milestones, and begin to build a strong family foundation with the help of Koru

Care Postpartum Doula Services.

Serving So. Maine, Seacoast New Hampshire, and North Shore

MA. See ad on pages 6/11

Birth Roots Seacoast Perinatal Community Resource Center,

78 Government Street Kittery, ME 03905. Second floor of the Wentworth-Dennett Building.

(P) 207.772.4784



facebook.com/BirthrootsSeacoast

twitter.com/birthroots

Birthing from within: Immerse yourself in the realm of labor and

birth. Build confidence and gain an understanding of how to work with your body and the process of labor and birth. Learn

support skills, relaxation techniques and a better

understanding of what to expect.

Birth Art: LabOrinth Process: This is a preliminary class to the Birthing From Within series. It is a wonderful addition to your first

or second trimester. See ad on page 4

Portsmouth Hospital Childbirth Education and Preparation

333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (P) 603.436.5110




Offers childbirth education designed to provide the information and support you need to actively and confidently

create your own personal birth experience. The best time to

attend the classes is around the seventh month of pregnancy. Specific registration information is available at your doctor's

office. Topics may include: Pregnancy and the birth process,

Lamaze breathing techniques, Relaxation methods, Pain control options, including epidurals, Variations of the birth

process, including Cesarean delivery, A tour of the hospital's

maternity department. Husbands/partners are strongly encouraged to participate. Refresher classes and weekend

birth workshops are available.

Exeter Hospital Prepared Childbirth Series




Taught by registered nurses who are also certified childbirth

educators, the classes cover labor, birth, strategies for managing discomfort in labor (e.g. breathing and relaxation

techniques), and various technologies that may be used. A

tour of the Family Center and birth video clips are included. This series of 4 classes is offered on weekday evenings. It is

expected that you complete "Your Pregnant Body" class

before beginning this series. Also offer a Refresher Class.

York Hospital Childbirth Preparation Class

15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909

(P) 207.351.2129 (W) www.yorkhospital.com



This series of classes is designed to provide information

regarding the changes and discomforts of pregnancy, the stages of the labor process and related labor management

techniques, including relaxation, breathing techniques, and

positioning to enhance comfort and progress in labor; alternative methods of pain control in labor medications as

well as induction of labor and cesarean birth. A tour of the

Birthing Center will also be provided if possible. This class series is designed for the pregnant woman and her partner! Also

offer a Saturday Class.

Breastfeeding Classes: See pages 4 - 6

CPR Classes Infant/Child: See page 11

Classes for Dads:

Exeter Hospital | Basic Training for Dads 5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH 03833 (P) 1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837)



A unique workshop taught by men for men. Experienced male instructors and dads who bring along their young infants will teach expectant dads about baby care, fatherhood, and the

needs of new moms - all from a guy's perspective. New dads (with or without their infants) are also welcome.



Portsmouth Regional Hospital Boot Camp for New Dads

333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.433.6998 (W) www.portsmouthhospital.com



This nationally acclaimed program is run by men for men-

featuring relaxed one-on-one interaction and feedback from

a guy's perspective. It is designed to help new dads meet the challenges ahead and feel confident about bringing their new

baby home. Boot Camp for New Dads is offered quarterly,

and consists of a 3-hour workshop prior to the birth of your baby. It covers not only baby care and fatherhood, but

focuses on the needs of new moms. It helps the whole family get off to a great start

Hypnobirthing Classes:

Anna Jaques Hospital |Hypnobirthing Mary Pagnani |Higgins Conference Room 25 Highland Ave Newburyport, MA

(P) 978.463.1060

(W) www.ajh.org/classes.html

facebook.com/Anna-Jaques-Hospital

twitter.com/AnnaJaques For more info. email:[email protected]

Or call The Birth Center at 978.463.1060

Exeter Hospital Supplemental HypnoBirthing

5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH 03833 (P) 1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837)



For those taking private HypnoBirthing classes, this 2 hour class, taught by a registered nurse, will provide you with important Family Center information about routines, policies,

infant security, and other available hospital resources

appropriate for both you and your baby and concludes with a tour of the Family Center.

Portsmouth Regional Hospital | HypnoBirthing 333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.433.5280


Our HypnoBirthing program consists of 4 classes, 2 hours each

class. You will learn about relaxation and self-hypnosis techniques, and how your body can work in neuro-muscular

harmony with nature throughout labor.


York Hospital at Wells | HypnoBirthing Class 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909

(P) 207.351.2129




Wednesdays from 6-8:30 pm at York Hospital in Wells. Parking in front, please use main entrance and go directly upstairs to the lobby. Taught by a Certified HypnoBirthing

Instructor, this is a 5-week series that is designed as childbirth education for safer,

easier, more comfortable birth in the way that most mirrors nature. The expectant mother and her partner will learn techniques for birthing through guided imagery, visualization, and special breathing. Most effective when taken at or around the 26th

week (appx. 6 month) of pregnancy, leaving lots of time for practice!

Infant Massage Classes: See page 17

Sibling Classes: Exeter Hospital | Siblings Class 5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH 03833

(P) 1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837)


This lively 1 hour class is aimed at children 2-10 years old, and includes a tour, short 5 minute video, and interactive instruction to learn what being a big brother or sister is

all about. Please have your children bring a baby doll or stuffed animal to "practice"

holding and wrapping. We have found that the tour of the Family Center is especially helpful for all participants, especially the very young, because they get to see where

Mom is going to be when she has the new baby. This class is offered monthly on a

Saturday morning. One or both parents are encouraged to attend.

York Hospital | Siblings Class 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909




This one night class is designed to introduce your children that are age three and older to the Birthing Unit. They will see a video and talk about becoming big brothers

and sisters. Class will meet the first Monday every other month from 6-7:00 pm.

Childproofing & Safety Services

Find out what to do in your home to keep your baby safe before your baby arrives, before your baby crawls, and before your baby starts toddling and climbing.

Safe Steps Childproofing, Inc. Amybeth Engler | Child Safety Consultant

20 Portsmouth Avenue, Suite 168, Stratham, NH

(P) 603.686.3948

(E) [email protected] (W) www.safestepschildproofing.com

Parents and caregivers all strive to make the best possible choices for their children.

Our mission is to help you to create a safe and healthy environment in which your children can explore and grow.

Home Safety Consultation | Professional Installation | Child Safety Products | Car Seat Checks and Installation | Car Seat and Baby Product Consultation.

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Chiropractors

Back to Health Chiropractic | Dr. Sofia Haffenreffer & Dr. William Haffenreffer 18 Lafayette Road, North Hampton, NH 03862

(P) 603.964.1844 | (W) www.backtohealthchiros.com Our Purpose: We are dedicated to serving our greater community, guiding us all toward human excellence through

knowledge and optimal health. Back To Health Chiropractic is a place of healing where we use our professional skill and

creative passion to promote positive change. Our goal is to support each individual in excelling at life through chiropractic, to inspire and educate all to share the benefits of our care with others, and through this make our community and the earth

a better place to live. See our ad on this page

Seacoast Family Chiropractic| Dr. Don Conant 150 Lafayette Rd - Route 1 - Suite 12, Rye, NH 03870

(P) 603.379.8400 twitter.com/SeacoastFamily (W) seacoastfamilychiro.com seacoastfamilychiropractic.blogspot.com

(E) [email protected] facebook.com/Seacoast-Family-Chiropractic

Our mission is to educate and to help as many families as possible experience optimal health and life through simple and affordable chiropractic care. Well honor your goals. Were here to help, whether you want relief or wellness . Well offer

clinical excellence with the latest safe and natural chiropractic care. Well offer hope because with a healthy nervous

system anything is possible. Seacoast Family Chiropractic is a health and life maximizing company with the goal of improving and maintaining quality of life from as early as possible, for as long as possible.

Seacoast Spine and Injury Care | Dr. John D. Barrick 139 State Road (Route 1) Kittery, Maine

(P) 207.703.0880 | (W) www.seacoastspineandinjurycare.com Our team of specialists are dedicated to providing our patients with the best service and chiropractic care available today.

We offer a variety of health care options for all ages, and specialize in permanent postural correction. Our philosophy is to

treat our patients as a whole person, and not just as a "symptom" or condition. We believe that our patients deserve the best, and we guarantee to deliver the best chiropractic experience possible.

CPR Classes - Infant/Child

How to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies for

infants/children.

Coastal CPR and First Aid, LLC | Gail Klanchesser, American Heart Association BLS CPR and First Aid Instructor (P) 603.834.3177 | (E) [email protected]

(W) www.coastalcpr.com

facebook.com/coastalcpr cprmom.blogspot.com

.linkedin.com/in/GailKlanchesser twitter.com/cprmom Whether you need a CPR or First Aid card for work, are a new parent, or caring for

an older relative at home; CPR and First Aid skills can make the difference until

advanced help arrives. I offer a variety of learning opportunities that include community classes, courses at your workplace and private, in-home personal

instruction. Now offering monthly courses designed specifically for New & Expecting Parents as well as a small shop of First Aid & CPR supplies. Full course schedule

available at www.coastalcpr.com

Exeter Hospital | Health Reach Community Education 5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH 03833 (P) For more information, class schedules, or to register: 603.580.6668

(E) [email protected] | (W) www.exeterhospital.com Our professional health educators deliver these programs both onsite at the Exeter

Hospital campus or at your organization for groups of 5 or more. American Heart

Association CPR and First Aid Certification. Medical emergencies can happen anywhere: at home and at the workplace, on the beach and on the playground,

while babysitting or taking care of a loved one. Would you know what to do if you

witnessed a medical emergency? We provide American Heart Association certification programs that can help you be prepared.

Portsmouth Regional Hospital |Infant/Child CPR & Safety Training, 333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801




Classes are available to help new moms and dads learn the basics of infant and child CPR, as well as general safety issues. The instructor is certified by the American

Heart Association. Please call 433-6998 to register.

Seacoast Family Health Services Stacy Swain: CD(DONA) CCCE(CAPPA) AHA certified CPR/first aid instructor, CIMT, CHBE

P.O. Box 541, Hampton Falls, NH 03844

(P) 603.501.9837 | (E) [email protected]

(W) www.seacoastfamilyhealthservices.com

Seacoast Family Health Services offers birth & postpartum doula services, childbirth

education, American Heart Association CPR & First Aid classes, infant massage and Happiest Baby on the Block instruction. I offer private and small group classes to

Boston, North shore MA, Seacoast & Southern NH and ME.

York Hospital | Heart Health Institute 127 Long Sands Rd, York, Me 03909 (P) 207.351.3700 | (W) www.yorkhospital.com

facebook.com/YorkHospitalYorkME twitter.com/YorkHospital

Did you know that the Heart Health I institute is an American Heart Association (AHA)

Certified Training Center? This means that the Institute provides AHA training in layperson Heartsaver AED, Heartsaver First Aid, Healthcare Provider (HCP), Acute

Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and a variety

of other programs. Classes are offered on a regular basis to the public and healthcare professionals alike.


Doulas

The doulas role is to provide physical, emotional, and informational support to women and their partners during labor and birth. The doula offers help and advice on comfort measures such as breathing, relaxation, movement and positioning.

Perhaps the most crucial role of the doula is providing continuous emotional reassurance and comfort for both the mother and partner. Postpartum, coming into the home during the fourth trimester- following birth- the doulas role is to provide

education, non-judgmental support and companionship, to assist with newborn care and family adjustment, meal

preparation and light household tasks. Postpartum doulas are an extra pair of hands so you can focus on building strong bonds as a new family.

a doula for me | Jodi Phinney Birth & Postpartum Doula DONA

Childbirth Educator CAPPA (P) 207.329.2773 | (E) [email protected]

(W) www.adoulaforme.com See our ad on page #13

When mothers feel supported and are tuned into the process, labor is more effective and efficient. I will guide

you to create an environment where you have an easier

time tapping into your instincts and partners feel comfortable being an active support person. Empowering

moms and their partners throughout the Seacoasts of

Southern Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

Birth Roots Seacoast | Doula Tea Perinatal Community Resource Center,

78 Government Street Kittery, ME 03905. Second floor of the Wentworth-Dennett Building.



facebook.com/BirthrootsSeacoast

twitter.com/birthroots

Doula Tea: New and expectant families have a chance to

connect with one another, meet local doulas and hear from guest speakers on hot topics of pregnancy and

parenting. This class meets on the 1st Friday of the month

5:30-7pm; rotating with the Welcoming Pregnancy Happy Hour. This is a FREE group but please contact Jodi Phinney

at [email protected] or (207) 329.2773 to register. See ad on page 4

Dover Doula | Darcy Sauers (P) 603.988.5945 | (E) [email protected]

(W) www.doverdoula.com

facebook.com/DoverDoula

twitter.com/doverdoula

Darcy Sauers is a Postpartum Doula trained by DONA

International, and a Prenatal Yoga Instructor. Darcy works with clients in the Seacoast, NH and Southern, ME area.

Studies have shown that with the help of a postpartum

doula, breastfeeding duration is increased, while feeding problems and depression decrease.

Koru Care Postpartum Doula Services Krista Maltais, PCD (DONA), CLC Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Postpartum Doula

& Early Childhood Development Educator.

(P) 603.918.9298 | (E) [email protected] (W) www.korucaredoula.com

Providing compassionate support, evidence-based

education, practical suggestions, and the highest quality of

care for your entire family. Koru Care Postpartum Doula Services will guide your family through the challenges of the

newborn period and support you during this important life

transition so that you may gain the confidence and skills needed to build a strong and successful family foundation.

Serving Southern ME, Seacoast NH, and North Shore MA.

See our ad on pages 6/11

Muriel MacMahon, PCD (DONA) Overnight Postpartum Doula | Brentwood, NH

(P) 603.275.9122 (E) [email protected]

(W) www.motherandchildonline.com/bio

Offering nighttime postpartum care and support from the Seacoast to the Manchester area. Muriel has both personal

and professional experience dealing with issues such as

newborn care, breastfeeding support, prematurity, multiples and postpartum depression. She is also a license

mental health counselor and has work with families for well

over ten years.

Peapod Birth Co. Kristin M. Tolfree, Birth Doula (DONA)


facebook.com/PeapodBirthCo

As a birth doula, I gently support pregnant & laboring women through the transition into motherhood. Serving the

Seacoast of ME, NH, and North Shore MA.

Seacoast Family Health Services Stacy Swain: CD(DONA) CCCE(CAPPA) AHA certified CPR/first aid instructor, CIMT, CHBE




Seacoast Family Health Services offers birth & postpartum doula services, childbirth education, American Heart

Association CPR & First Aid classes, infant massage and Happiest Baby on the Block instruction. I offer private and

small group classes to Boston, North shore MA, Seacoast &

Southern NH and Southern ME.

Clearly, society has a tremendous stake in insisting a woman's natural fitness for the career of mother: the alternatives are all too expensive. Ann Oakley | 12

Doulas | The Seacoast Doula Group (In alpha order)

The Seacoast Doula Group is a network of independent doulas that live and work in the seacoast area of New Hampshire and southern Maine. Our doulas are experienced and most are DONA International members. Even

though we are separate business entities, we support and complement each other to provide new mothers and their families a broader set of services and greater coverage and availability.

Nicole Benson | CD (DONA) Birth & Postpartum Doula | Newmarket, NH

(P) 603.292.5079


(W) www.seacoastdoula.com (W) www.nbdoula.com

facebook.com/doulagroup

I believe that the experience a woman has during her pregnancy and especially during her labor and delivery,

resonates with her throughout the postpartum period and

beyond. My goal, as your doula, is to provide information and support during all of your decisions in this threshold moment of

your life. Birth Support and Breastfeeding Support. Serving

Southern Maine, Seacoast New Hampshire, and North Shore Massachusetts. Seacoast Doula Group Member.

Beth Brown | CD (DONA), CLC Birth Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor


(W) www.bbdoula.com

facebook.com/BethBrown

All women deserve the feeling of empowerment, pride and

joy at their birth. I believe in helping parents learn about their choices and clarifying their desires before labor. Providing a

calm, caring and relaxing environment will allow a woman

and her partner to discover the beauty and inspiration of birth. I understand that each woman, as well as every birth, is

unique and therefore each familys choices and decisions are

to be respected. I delight in pregnant women, birth and babies. It is an honor for me to share in the miraculous delivery

of a new life. I am a DONA (Doulas of North America) certified

doula, as well as a certified lactation counselor (CLC) trained by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice. I have

experience with Hypnobirthing and water birth and am willing

to work with natural, medicated or Cesarean births. I provide compassionate breastfeeding guidance and support

prenatally and postpartum. Seacoast Doula Group Member.

Liz Gaudette, | RN, LCCE, CD (DONA) Birth Doula & Childbirth Educator

With Child Doula Service | York, ME (P) 207.363.1379


(W) www.seacoastdoula.com


I Believing that all women deserve the peace and comfort of

dependable birth support, Liz became DONA International certified in 1998. In the last two decades her professional roles

have included nursing, prenatal education and doula

services. Liz is honored and qualified to work with families desiring natural birth, HypnoBirth, and birth with medication

and/or anesthesia. Gentle guidance for a peaceful birth. Birth

doula support and childbirth education for hospital and birth center births in NH, ME and MA seacoast areas. Seacoast

Doula Group Member.

Mothering Moon | Lisa O'Rourke Goulet RN, IBCLC | Birth Doula | Postpartum Doula

(incl. overnights) and Breastfeeding Specialist

Biddeford, ME | (P) 207.283.3239 (E) [email protected]

(W) www.motheringmoon.com

facebook.com/BirthMadeSimple

twitter.com/BirthMadeSimple

birthmadesimple.com/Birth_Made_Simple

Helping to ease the transition into new or subsequent

parenthood. Information and support during pregnancy, labor & birth, breastfeeding, and parenting can allow parents to

relax, enjoy these experiences, and be confident in their

abilities to give birth, feed and parent their babies. Overnight baby care can help parents get much needed rest and sleep

so they can function better for the demands of work, older

siblings and new baby care during the day. Seacoast Doula Group Member..

Krista Maltais | (DONA), CLC B.S. Family Studies, PCD | Postpartum Doula |

Certified Lactation Counselor | Early

Childhood Development Educator (P) 603.918.9298 | (E) [email protected]



As a Certified Postpartum Doula and Lactation Counselor, my

passion is to assist families as they transition into their new roles. I am honored to help guide parents through the challenges of

the postpartum period and am proud to witness the discovery

of skills, strength, confidence, and love from the parents I work with. Serving Southern Maine, Seacoast New Hampshire, and

North Shore Massachusetts. Seacoast Doula Group Member.

A man never sees all that his mother has been to him until it's too late to let her know he sees it. William Dean Howells | 14

Doulas | The Seacoast Doula Group (In alpha order)

The Seacoast Doula Group is a network of independent doulas that live and work in the seacoast area of New

Hampshire and southern Maine. Our doulas are experienced and most are DONA International members. Even

though we are separate business entities, we support and complement each other to provide new mothers and their families a broader set of services and greater coverage and availability.

Hound Hill Doula |Amy Peterson CD (DONA), Birth Doula

5 Pendexter Road, Durham, NH 03824

(P) 603.868.7804

(E) [email protected] (W) www.houndhill.com

facebook.com/houndhilldoula

twitter.com/houndhilldoula

I believe that pregnancy, labor, birth, and the unfolding of a

new family are among the most profound experiences to be

had in life; and I strive to help families embrace them with confidence and joy. As a DONA certified Birth Doula. I accept

pregnancy and birth as a natural process that our bodies were designed for. I enjoy teaching women to trust and listen to their bodies. I am committed to supporting moms and families

in their own choices for their birth. Seacoast Doula Group

Member.

Susan Remillard | PCD (DONA) Postpartum Doula | Kittery Point, ME

(P) 207.439.3033




Susan is uniquely qualified to help your family, having

experienced childbirth five times at very different stages of her

life and brings a broad range of knowledge to her practice. With years of experience with babies and new families, she is

aware of the differences and the similarities of becoming a

mother at any age. She offers gentle advice and companionship during what can be a turbulent time of

adjustment in a family's life. Serving Southern Maine, Seacoast

New Hampshire and North Shore, Maine. Seacoast Doula Group Member.

Lyndi Sargent | HBCE, CD (DONA), CLC Seacoast Birth and Bodywork

Birth Doula & HypnoBirth Instructor (P) 603.502.3660


(W) www.seacoastbirthandbodywork.com

facebook.com/SeacoastBirthandBodywork

The journey from pregnancy to birth can be filled with so many

emotions. My goal is to educate and empower expecting families to embrace all of them. I look forward to helping you

find peace, joy and confidence from planning to parenthood.

-Lyndi Sargent ~ Seacoast Birth and Bodywork. Seacoast Doula Group Member

Stacy Swain | CD (DONA) CCCE (CAPPA) AHA certified CPR/first aid instructor, CIMT, CHBE


(P) 603.501.9837

(E) [email protected] (W) www.seacoastfamilyhealthservices.com


I offer birth and postpartum doula services to the Boston, North shore MA, Seacoast & Southern NH, and Southern ME areas. I

also offer childbirth education classes, American Heart

Association CPR & first aid classes, infant massage and Happiest Baby on the Block instruction. I have experience

working with medicated, unmedicated, water birthing &

hypnobirthing mothers. Classes can be scheduled privately or in small groups. Please contact me for more information.

Seacoast Doula Group Member.

Sacred Roots, | Erica Taylor CD (DONA) | Kittery, ME

(P) 603.686.2921


(W) www.sacredrootsmothering.com


Providing birth doula services, fertility awareness support, and Reiki care along the seacoast from Portland, ME to North shore

Mass. Also a co-leader of the Seacoast NH chapter of the

International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN). Seacoast Doula Group Member.

Sandy Tufts | CD(DONA), MSW Birth Doula

(P) 207.439.1969

(E) [email protected] (W) www.sandytufts.com


I am a birth doula with an enduring commitment to supporting

and nurturing women along the most powerful journey of their

lives. My goal as a doula is to help each woman recognize and develop her own confidence and ability to give birth, as

she defines it. I am a DONA certified Birth Doula living in Eliot,

Maine and providing services to Southern Maine, Seacoast NH and North Shore MA. Seacoast Doula Group Member.


Hospitals | Free-Standing Birth Centers

A hospital setting can accommodate a variety of birth experiences. In response to a push for more "natural" birth events,

many hospitals now offer more modern options for low-risk births, often known as family-centered care. These may include private rooms with baths (birthing suites) where women can labor, deliver, and recover in one place without having to be

moved.

Anna Jaques Hospital 25 Highland Ave, Newburyport, MA 01950

(P) 978.463.1079

(W) www.ajh.org


twitter.com/AnnaJaques

We feel that the Anna Jaques Birth Center is one of our

community's greatest assets. During the extraordinary

experience of giving birth, you want to make sure that you have expert care, your doctor in-house, and an

anesthesiologist in the hospital, and extra care for your

newborn should that be required. The Anna Jaques Birth Center offers all this to delivering moms and their families.

CHaD - Children's Hospital at Dartmouth Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center One Medical Center Drive Lebanon, NH 03756

(P) 603.650.5000


(W) www.chad.dartmouth-hitchcock.org

facebook.com/chadkids

As New Hampshire's only children's hospital, the Children's Hospital at Dartmouth (CHaD) provides an extended system of

care that offers advanced pediatric services. CHaD is

committed to providing outstanding, compassionate care for children and their families. Our mission is to provide each child

the best care, in the right place, at the right time, every time.

Our physician expertise provides primary, specialty, and tertiary care to the children of New Hampshire, Vermont, and

beyond. We see children for everything from well care visits to

the most complex childhood diseases.

Main CHaD Locations: Lebanon - CHaD at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center: General Pediatrics: (603) 653-9662. For assistance and all other calls, call: (603) 650-KIDS | Manchester - CHaD at Dartmouth-Hitchcock: Pediatrics

Department: (603) 695-2750 | Nashua - CHaD at Dartmouth-Hitchcock: General Pediatrics, call (603) 577-4400.

To schedule appointments, call (603) 695-2745. | Dover - CHaD at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital: To schedule appointments and for more information, please call (603) 740-2366.

Exeter Hospital 5 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH 03833

(P) 1-800-4-EXETER (1-800-439-3837)


Babies are born when they're ready. But where they're born is

up to you. Presenting the new Family Center Suites at Exeter Hospital. For the comfort of mom and her family, these rooms

feature a whirlpool tub, flat screen TV, sleep sofa, glider, and a

dining space with refrigerator. For peace of mind, full capabilities are available to perform caesarean sections, and

suites quickly convert from clinical to family space after

delivery. The Family Center Suites-maximum protection for newborns, and a relaxing environment for parents.

Portsmouth Regional Hospital 333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.436.5110



Twitter.com/PortsmouthReg

Having a baby is an amazing and life changing experience.

At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, we are pleased to be a part

of this joyous occasion. We believe in a family centered approach to care for and foster the process of becoming a

new family. Our staff offers a soothing environment that

nurtures the entire family, and balances high tech with a soft touch. Parents and families-to-be can count on our medical

and nursing expertise, comprehensive resources, and

compassionate care.

York Hospital Baby Friendly Designated Hospital 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909

(P) 207.351.2129


.facebook.com/YorkHospitalYorkME


We believe birthing is a natural process and are dedicated to

providing a safe, comfortable, family-centered approach to

every birth. We recognize each and every child as a unique individual and we believe that the care of our patients and

their families is a partnership. We believe a spirit of kindness

and a helping hand combined with expert knowledge and skill make for a better experience. We respect and support

individual choices.

Free-Standing Birth Centers: A Free-Standing Birth Center is a facility where women experiencing a healthy, low risk pregnancy can find individualized

care in a home-like setting. Women choosing to birth at a birthing center see midwives for their prenatal care and have access to the same tests, technology and care as a woman birthing in a hospital. Many birth centers are able to accept

insurance and also offer payment plans. (Resources: birthcenter.org, waterbirth.org.) Coastal Family Birth Retreat | 13 Frying Pan Lane Stratham, NH (P) 603.580.2327 (W) www.coastalfamilybirthretreat.com

The Birth Cottage | 4 Prospect Street, Milford, NH (P) 603.673.6010 (W) www.birthcottage.com

Concord Birth & Wellness Center | 8D McGuire St. Concord, NH (P) 603.228.8710 (W) www.concordbirthcenter.com The commonest fallacy among women is that simply having children makes them a mother which is as absurd as having a piano makes one a musician. Sydney J. Harris | 16

Massage Therapy | Infant/Adult

Prenatal and postpartum massage and bodywork can ease discomfort, improve circulation and provide a space for calming relaxation and healing during the emotional and physical changes of pregnancy and postpartum. From general

relaxation to healing work on specific areas, massage and bodywork are profound therapeutic tools.

GLOW ~ grow life. own wellness. Amy Hopkins, RN, LMT, CCCE, E-RYT | Owner

266 York St. Suite 2, York, ME 03909 (P) 207.641.7353


(W) www.glowbodywork.com


At GLOW, we provide professional massage therapy

services for the general population and we are proud of

our strong specialty in Women's Wellness. We offer workshops, classes, and private consultations in the areas of

fertility, pregnancy, parenthood, and menopause.

Services: Fertility/Preconception Massage | Pregnancy

Massage |Mother's Postpartum Massage | Newborn and Infant Massage.

Seacoast Family Health Services| Stacy Swain CD (DONA) CCCE (CAPPA) AHA certified

CPR/first aid instructor, CIMT, CHBE




Infant Massage is a wonderful way to bond with and soothe

your baby! Research has shown that infant massage

reduces crying, constipation & colic and helps babies to sleep longer. Parent/infant classes offer hands-on

instruction. Private and small group instruction available to Boston, North shore, MA, Seacoast & Southern NH and Southern ME.

Lyndi Sargent | HBCE, CD (DONA), CLC Birth Doula & HypnoBirth Instructor

Seacoast Birth and Bodywork

(P) 603.502.3660

(E) [email protected] (W) www.seacoastbirthandbodywork.com

facebook.com/SeacoastBirthandBodywork

Our Prenatal Massage is customized for the expectant

mother. Prenatal Massage is a form of therapeutic

bodywork which focuses on the special needs of the mother-to-be as her body goes through the dramatic

changes leading up to childbirth. The techniques used

enhance the well being of both mother and baby. Pillows are used to make women in all stages of pregnancy

comfortable.

Midwives

Certified Nurse Midwives at the Hospital: Certified nurse midwives practicing at the hospital provide nurturing care and support for a full spectrum of birth experiences. They strive to maintain the normalcy and sanctity of birth while utilizing the

technology of the hospital if needed or warranted.

Anna Jaques Hospital 25 Highland Ave., Newburyport, MA 01950

(P) 978.463.1079

(W) www.ajh.org



Jessica Lewis, CNM

Susan Martinson-Zuercher, RN, MSN, CNM

Jodie Kaufman, CNM, RN, MSN, CCBE

Sara B. Golden, RN, CNM Jessica M. Satrape, CNM, MSN

Lisa Walsh, CNM.

York Hospital | Jodi Demuth OBGYN, Surgical & Midwifery Associates

York Hospital 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909 (P) 207.351.2129




Jodi Demuth, CNM, MSN Academic Degrees: B.S., University of New Hampshire,

Durham, NH M.S. Nursing, Pace University, Pleasantville, NY

Nurse Midwifery Certification Program, SUNY, Health Science Center, Brooklyn, NY.

York Hospital | Laura Detwiler OBGYN, Surgical & Midwifery Associates

York Hospital 15 Hospital Dr, York Me 03909




Laura Detwiler, CNM, MSN

Academic Degrees: B.A., Bates College, Lewiston, ME B.S.N., Columbia University School of Nursing, NY, NY M.S., Nurse-

Midwifery Program, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI.

Lamprey Health Care Certified Nurse Midwife

Marisa Rowlson, CNM, APRN, MSN

10 Prospect Street, Suite 102, Nashua, NH 03060

(W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Nashua

See ad on page 23

Marisa Rowlson, Certified Nurse Midwife, joined the Nashua

Area Health Center in April 2007. She earned her Masters of

Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania for both Nurse-Midwifery and Womens Health Nurse Practitioner. Prior

to joining Lamprey Health Care, she held internships at The

Birth Center in Wilmington, Delaware; Capital Health System at Mercer in Trenton, New Jersey; Healthstart Clinic, Capital

Health System at Mercer in Trenton, New Jersey; and Planned Parenthood of Delaware.

York Hospital | Catherine McLaughlin Hills OBGYN, Surgical & Midwifery Associates





Catherine McLaughlin Hills, CNM, MSN Academic Degrees: B.S., Pennsylvania State University M.S.N.,

Massachusetts General Hospital, Institute of Health Professions

Graduate Program in Nursing, Boston, MA Certificate Program in Nurse-Midwifery, UCSF/SFGH Interdepartmental Nurse-

Midwifery Education Program, San Francisco, CA

York Hospital | Maribeth Quinn OBGYN, Surgical & Midwifery Associates


(P) 207.351.2129




Maribeth Quinn, CNM

Academic Degrees: B.S.N., University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH Certificate in Nurse-Midwifery, Baystate Medical

Center, Nurse-Midwifery Education Program, Springfield, MA.

Partners for Womens Health Victoria McGarrell, CNM Caroline L. Lasewicz, CNM

3 Alumni Dr. Suite 401 Exeter, NH 03833

(P) 603.778.0557

(W) www.womenshealthexeter.com

Our midwives are highly skilled health professionals who are certified in midwifery. They provide excellent care for women

through pregnancy and delivery, and also offer some

alternative birthing options, such as hypnobirthing, in which the patient is taught self-hypnosis to help create a more

comfortable birth.

Making the decision to have a child - its momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body. Elizabeth Stone| 18

Mothers Groups | Support

The benefits of Moms' groups are numerous and often overlooked. Some of the most important benefits are simply the emotional strength provided by having a support system. Joining a mother's group also has many great incentives with

rewards that will last a lifetime. It can be difficult for new moms to find a network of confidants after dividing time between

home, the many hat's we wear, partner and child. Below you will find mother's groups throughout the greater Seacoast.

Anna Jaques Hospital Mother's Group Amesbury Health Center

24 Morrill Place, Amesbury, MA 01913

(P) 978.388.5060 (W) www.ajh.org



A mother's group meets on Wednesdays at the Amesbury

Health Center from 9:3011:30am. All babies are welcome. Speakers will present a variety of topics important to new

moms at most meetings. A calendar is available at the

meetings.

Babytime at Families First Families First Health & Support Center,

Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH.

(P) 603.422.8208 (press 2)

(W) www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org



No fee charged: Tuesdays 10-11:30am. Play, learning, and

support for babies. (prenatal to 1 year) and their parents.

Childcare offered for older children. An educational, playful and supportive group for babies up to 12 months and their

parents; expecting parents also welcome! Facilitator: Parkie

Boley. A program of Families First Health and Support Center (www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org), held at the Community

Campus in Portsmouth. Program is free and includes free child

care for older siblings. Advance signup required for child care; call 603-422-8208 ext. 2.


Home Visiting at Families First Families First Health & Support Center Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH.

(P) 603.422.8208 ext. 146




No fee charged: One-on-one support, parent education and links to resources for families under stress.


Mother-to-Mother Connections | Families First

Families First Health & Support Center,

Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH. (P) 207.363.1379 (press 2)




No fee charged; Offering support for women and their babies

during their first year together. Come be with other mothers who know what its like, in a non-judgmental, caring space.

Led by women trained in birth and postpartum care. Advance

signup required.


Parent & Crawlers/Toddler Group The Family Center at Exeter Hospital




Toddlers are endearing, yet very challenging to parent! The

Parent & Crawler/Toddler Group at the Family Center at Exeter Hospital offers socialization, support, and information to help

you survive and enjoy this special stage of childhood. Led by a

Family Center nurse, who is also an experienced parent, the session includes a scheduled topic with time for discussion,

questions, and socialization for both you and your toddler.

Come make some new friends and enjoy an informative, fun morning out! For parents and their children who are 9 months

through 36 months of age, the group meets twice monthly

and are FREE of charge. No registration is necessary.

Newburyport Mothers Club P.O. Box 316

Newburyport, MA 01950 (E) [email protected]

(W) www.newburyportmothers.com

Founded in 1999 with only a few families, The Newburyport Mothers Club (NMC) has now expanded to more than 700

members and keeps growing!! We are a member-led

organization that provides support, information and friendship for families with young children in the Greater Newburyport

area including Amesbury, Boxford, Georgetown, Groveland,

Haverhill, Ipswich, Merrimac, Newbury, Rowley, Salisbury, West Newbury, and the Seacoast of New Hampshire.


Mothers Groups | Support

Partners in Health at Families First Families First Health & Support Center Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH.

(P) 603. 422.8208 ext. 146

(W) www.FamiliesFirstSacoast.org



No fee charged; Support, respite, education and advocacy program for families with a

chronically ill child. See ad on pages 21/22

Seacoast Mothers Association P.O. Box 8171 Portsmouth, NH 03802-8171

(P) 603.422.8208 ext. 146 (E) [email protected]

(W) www.seacoastmothers.com

facebook.com/seacoastmothers

twitter.com/seacoast_moms We are a group of over 400 members and support the Greater Seacoast area SMA seeks

to facilitate and nurture an engaging and supportive community for Greater Seacoast

area moms and expectant moms. Our goals include connecting local moms with similar interests, providing a support network and facilitating information sharing.

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Mental Health Support:

Women of every culture, age, income level and race can develop perinatal mood and

anxiety disorders. Symptoms can appear any time during pregnancy and the first 12 months after childbirth. There are effective and well-researched treatment options to

help you recover. Although the term postpartum depression is most often used, there are actually several forms of illness that women may experience.

While many women experience some mild mood changes during or after the birth of a child, 15 to 20% of women experience more significant symptoms of depression or

anxiety. Please know that with informed care you can prevent a worsening of these

symptoms and can fully recover. There is no reason to continue to suffer.

Mary Beth Bloser, LICSW 20 Ladd Street

Portsmouth, NH 03801 (P) 603.828.3216


(W) www.marybethbloser.com Works with women, couples, and older adolescents around conditions such as

depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and prenatal and postpartum issues.

Alison Palmer, RN, MS, WHNP-BC New Hampshire Postpartum Support International (PSI) Coordinator

One Elliot Way, Manchester, NH 03103


(W) www.postpartum.net

PSI Coordinators are volunteers who offer caring and informed support and resources to moms and their families. They also provide information and resources for area providers

who are caring for pregnant and postpartum families. Please dont hesitate to contact

us; we want to hear from you!

My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it. Mark Twain | 20

Nurse Practitioners

A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse (RN) who has completed advanced

education (a minimum of a master's degree) and training in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions, including chronic illnesses. Nurse

practitioners provide a broad range of health care services.

Jane Berlew, CUNP | Urology Associates of York Hospital 16 Long Sands Rd York Me

(P) 203.351.3975 | (W) www.yorkhospital.com

facebook.com/YorkHospitalYorkME | twitter.com/YorkHospital

Academic Degrees: Certified Urology Nurse Practitioner B.S.N., Westbrook College,

Westbrook, ME M.S.N., Simmons College, Boston, MA.

Advanced Gynecology & Surgical Assoc. of York Hospital 12 Hospital Drive, York, ME 03909

(P) 207.361.3666 | (W) www.yorkhospital.com Jane Adams, APRN | Nadine McCall, ARNP

Kimberley Russell, ARNP | Anna Swan, ARNP

Families First Health and Support Center Margot Kingston, WHNP Womens Health Nurse Prac.

Eileen McCarthy, CRNP Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Lynne Henning, APRN Family Nurse Practitioner

100 Campus Drive, Suite 12, Portsmouth, NH (P) 603.422.8208 | (W) www.FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org

facebook.com/families1st | twitter.com/FAM1stNH Families First Health and Support Center has a full-service primary care medical

practice for men, women and children of all ages. It is open to everyone. For

children, teens and young adults we have a special pediatric team -- consisting of a pediatric nurse practitioner, nurse and child development specialist, with nutrition

consultations also available. We follow the Bright Futures guidelines to ensure that

all pediatric patients receive the recommended regular checkups, screenings and immunizations, as well as having access to care within 24 hours when they are ill.


Lamprey Health Care - Nurse Practioners 207 S. Main Street, Newmarket, NH | (W)www.lampreyhealth.org/Newmarket

10 Prospect Street, Suite 102, Nashua, NH | (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Nashua 128 State Route 27, Raymond, NH | (W)www.lampreyhealth.org/Raymond

Our Board Certified Physicians, Pediatricians, Physicians Assistants, Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurses offer a wide range of health services for the wellbeing of your

child, including early childhood development screenings, routine well child visits,

immunizations & vaccinations, same day sick visits, asthma & diabetes care management, nutrition education and physicals for sports camps and school. Our

mission at Lamprey Health Care is to provide primary medical care and health-

related services, with a focus on prevention and lifestyle management, to individuals & families of all ages regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Lamprey

Health Care offers a medical home for patients, with access to many health services

in addition to primary health care, so that all of their health care needs are met under one roof. We offer convenient, comfortable and affordable health care for all

- at Lamprey Health Care, your health is our priority. See ad on page 23

Kittery Family Practice | 22 Shapleigh Rd # 1, Kittery, ME | (P) 207 439.4430

Great Works Family Practice| Rita Pomerleau, APRN 57 Portland St, South Berwick, ME 03908


Academic Degrees: Family Nurse Practitioner B.S.N., Fitchburg State College, Fitchburg, MA, M.S., Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner, University of Southern Maine,

Portland, ME.


Obstetrics |Gynecology | Pre-natal Care

In obstetric practice, an obstetrician or midwife sees a pregnant woman on a regular basis to check the progress of the pregnancy, to verify the absence of ex-novo disease,

to monitor the state of preexisting disease and its possible effect on the ongoing

pregnancy. Gynecology refers to the surgical specialty dealing with health of the female reproductive system (uterus, vagina and ovaries).

Gynecology:

Advanced Gynecology & Surgical Associates of York Hospital 12 Hospital Drive, Suite A, York, ME 03909 (P) 207.361.3666 | (W) www.yorkhospital.com



Obstetrics & Gynecology:

Women's Health Care Mary F. Baker-Berzansky, MD | Rebecca Boyer, MD | Mary, Chang, DO Jane C. Kerr, MD | Steven A. Mollov, MD | Susan C Newhouse, MD.

21 Highland Ave; Suite 25 Newburyport, MA

(P) 978.556.0100 | (W) www.ajh.org



Choosing obstetric and gynecological care is perhaps the most personal decision you

will ever make. We offer highly trained, seasoned physicians and midwives who can care for your important health issues from puberty to menopause. Our experts

specialize in vaginal and uro-gynecological surgery, high-risk pregnancies, teen health

and the unique challenges of menopause, to mention a few. We have two convenient office locations and our anesthesiologists are in-house 24 hours a day. We know you

want to depend on your physician for help, expert care and advice. We are here to

serve you and keep you healthy.

Partners for Womens Health 3 Alumni Dr. Suite 401, Exeter, NH 03833

(P) 603.778.0557 | (W) www.womenshealthexeter.com OBSTETRICS - When it comes to pregnancy, our physicians and midwives are trained to

provide pre-conception counseling, and both routine and high-risk obstetrical care.

Working in partnership with Exeter Hospital, we can manage most obstetrical situations, including multiple gestation, hypertension, diabetes, and pre-term labor. In areas of

special concern, we coordinate with fetal medicine specialists both locally and at

major medical centers in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. GYNECOLOGY - We provide complete gynecological care for women through every stage of their lives.

Harbour Womens Health & Womens Health Associates 155 Griffin Rd. Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.436.5110 | (W) www.portsmouthhospital.com

facebook.com/PortsmouthHospital twitter.com/PortsmouthReg

Portsmouth Regional Hospital offers expecting mothers a diverse selection of staff, including many outstanding Board Certified male and female obstetricians. These

providers offer a variety of philosophies and approaches, which means you can choose

the practice that best fits your needs and your values -- a practice where you feel welcome, respected and understood.

Lamprey Health Care | Sirona Pruna, MD, OB-GYN 207 S. Main Street, Newmarket, NH | (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Newmarket 128 State Route 27, Raymond, NH | (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Raymond

Lamprey Health Cares Board Certified Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Midwives provide sensitive, respectful, high quality care to women of all ages. We

provide routine exams and minor gynecological procedures onsite in all three of our

centers. Our Board Certified OB-GYN and Certified Nurse Midwife assist women with complex gynecological problems, and are available for consultation with other

members of your healthcare team. See ad on page 23

It is not until you become a mother that your judgment slowly.turns to compassion & understanding Erma Bombeck | 22

Obstetrics |Gynecology | Pre-natal Care

York Hospital OBGYN, Surgical & Midwifery Associates

112 Sanford Rd Wells, ME 04090

(P) 207-361-8044 facebook.com/YorkHospitalYorkME (W) www.yorkhospital.com twitter.com/YorkHospital

Pre-natal care:

Families First Prenatal Program Families First Health & Support Center

Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH

(P) 603.422.8208, (press 1)


www.facebook.com/families1st


For teens and low-income women, provided in partnership with obstetricians from Harbour Womens Health of Portsmouth.

Comprehensive prenatal medical care, as well as counseling and education in nutrition, substance abuse, smoking cessation, breastfeeding, family planning and parenting support. A social services coordinator works with clients to help

them get other services elsewhere in the community. See ad on pages 21/22

Lamprey Health Care Family Practice Physicians 207 S. Main Street, Newmarket, NH | (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Newmarket 10 Prospect Street, Suite 102, Nashua, NH | (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Nashua

128 State Route 27, Raymond, NH | (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Raymond

Lamprey Health Care offers comprehensive medical care using a specialized team approach that provides expert care

throughout pregnancy and delivery, and focuses on the health care of you and your baby. Along with your Family

Physician or Certified Nurse Midwife, your medical team includes an OB-GYN, a prenatal nurse to help coordinate your care, a certified prenatal and lactation RN, care coordinators that provide assistance with resources and support services,

and OB-GYN Residents.. Our mission at Lamprey Health Care is to provide primary medical care and health-related

services, with a focus on prevention and lifestyle management, to individuals & families of all ages regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Lamprey Health Care offers a medical home for patients, with access to many health

services in addition to primary health care, so that all of their health care needs are met under one roof. We offer

convenient, comfortable and affordable health care for all - at Lamprey Health Care, your health is our priority. See our ad below

Pediatric Medical & Dental Care

Pediatrics is a branch of medicine dedicated to the physical, emotional, and social health of infants, children, and adolescents. In addition to general pediatrics, there are several pediatric specialties such as oncology, neurology, surgery,

and cardiology. Like family physicians, pediatricians provide health examinations and practice preventive medicine

Pediatric Medical & Family Care:

Families First Health and Support Center Eileen McCarthy, CRNP Community Campus, Portsmouth, NH

(P) 603.422.8208, (press 1)




For teens and low-income women, provided in

partnership with obstetricians from Harbour Womens Health of Portsmouth. Comprehensive prenatal medical

care, as well as counseling and education in nutrition, substance abuse, smoking cessation, breastfeeding,

family planning and parenting support. A social services

coordinator works with clients to help them get other services elsewhere in the community.


Great Works Family Practice | 57 Portland St, South Berwick, ME 03908 | (P) 207-384-9212

Lamprey Health Care Family Practice Physicians 207 S. Main Street, Newmarket, NH 03857

(W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Newmarket

128 State Route 27, Raymond, NH 03077 (W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Raymond

10 Prospect Street, Suite 102, Nashua, NH 03060

(W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Nashua

Our Board Certified Physicians, Pediatricians, Physicians

Assistants, Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurses offer

a wide range of health services for the wellbeing of your child, including early childhood development

screenings, routine well child visits, immunizations &

vaccinations, same day sick visits, asthma & diabetes care management, nutrition education and physicals

for sports camps and school. See ad on page 23

Lamprey Health Care - Pediatrics Sarah Oxnard, MD

207 S. Main Street, Newmarket, NH 03857

(W) www.lampreyhealth.org/Newmarket

Our Board Certified Physicians, Pediatricians, Physicians

Assistants, Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurses offer

a wide range of health services for the wellbeing of your child, including early childhood development

screenings, routine well child visits, immunizations &

vaccinations, same day sick visits, asthma & diabetes care management, nutrition education and physicals

for sports camps and school. See ad on page 23

Newburyport Pediatrics |Alice Merkrebs, MD 21 Highland Avenue Newburyport, MA 01950

(P) 978.462.7108 | (W) www.ajh.org



Alice Merkrebs, MD: Medical School Universidad La

Salle, Mexico City, Mexico. Internship/Residency: Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY

Portsmouth Regional Hospital Pediatrics 333 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (P) 603.436.5110 | (W) www.portsmouthhospital.com



From your babys first breath, all the way through childhood and adolescence, Portsmouth Regional

Hospital offers the doctors and services your child needs

to grow into healthy adulthood.

Pediatric Associates of York Hospital 32 York Street York, ME 03909

(P) 207.351.1710 | (W) www.yorkhospital.com

Pediatric Dental Care:

Core Pediatric Dentistry 5 Hampton Rd, Exeter, NH 03833 (P) 603.773.4900


We specialize in the complete dental care of children of all ages. Our goal is to provide your children with the

best dental care in a comfortable setting. Our

experienced staff work together as a team with the mutual goal of helping your child to obtain and keep a

healthy mouth for a lifetime. We offer the most up to

date dental services such as; dental sealants, fluoride treatments and flossing.

Grown don't mean nothing to a mother. A child is a child. They get bigger, older, but grown. In my heart it don't mean a thing. Toni Morrison | 24

Pediatric Medical & Dental Care

Families First Health and Support Center | Dental Eric Katzman, DMD | Nate Swanson, DDS

100 Campus Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801

(P) 603.422.8208

(W) www.familiesfirstseacoast.org


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