Links & Resources

Doulas

  • Doula Directory:
    www.douladirectory.co.uk
  • Doula UK is a network of Doulas, run by Doulas:
    www.doula.org.uk
  • Nurturing Birth:
    www.nurturingbirth.co.uk

    • Yoga, Belly Dancing and Physical Health

  • Kookie Kaftan Belly Dance:
    www.kookiekaftan.co.uk
  • Hatha Yoga Classes in Rugby:
    www.natsyoga.co.uk
  • Inner Peace Yoga:
    www,innerpeaceyoga.co.uk
    mixed ability yoga classes in Rugby taught by Leigh McLellan, a Hatha yoga teacher trained by the Himalayan institute
  • Harmonious Form:
    www.harmoniousform.co.uk
    At Harmonious Form Pilates we offer classes and private tuition in the Pilates Method.
  • Natural Holistics:
     www.natural-holistics.co.uk
    Johannah Kracht  is clinically trained in holistic massage, aromatherapy, pregnancy massage, reflexology and reiki.
  • Rugby Osteopathic Centre:
    www.rugbyosteopathiccentre.com
    Many people have now heard of cranial treatment for babies which can be very effective for colic, glue ear, sleep problems, etc., but please do not forget osteopathy for yourself as well!
  • Relaxologies:
    www.relaxologies.co.uk
    A yoga and holistic retreat in Warwickshire run by Julie Chinmayi Dore.

    • Birth Support

  • International Caesarean Awareness Network, (ICAN):
    www.ican-online.org
  • National Childbirth Trust:
    www.nct.org.uk
  • Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services, (AIMS):
    www.aims.org.uk
  • The Association of Radical Midwives:
    www.radmid.demon.co.uk
    Set up by midwives to offer support to women experiencing problems getting (or giving) good, personalised midwifery care.
  • Independent Midwives Association:
    www.independentmidwives.org.uk
    Should a woman not want a NHS supported birth, an independent midwife in your area can be found here.
  • Birth Choice UK:
    www.birthchoiceuk.com
    This website explains your options, and gives information to help you choose where to have your baby, and who will care for you during labour.
  • Homebirth Reference:
    www.homebirth.org.uk
    Information and support on all aspects of homebirth.
  • Caesarean Birth & VBAC Information:
    www.caesarean.org.uk
    Research based information and support on all aspects of caesareans and vaginal birth following caesareans.

    • Breastfeeding

  • Association of Breastfeeding Mothers, (ABM):
    www.abm.me.uk
  • Breastfeeding Network:
    www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
  • LaLeche League:
    www.laleche.org.uk
  • Rugby breastfeeding cafe:
    www.rugbybreastfeedingcafe.co.uk
    Meeting weekly to support breastfeeding mums

    • Waterbirth

  • Made in Water :
    www.madeinwater.co.uk 
    lots on information on birthing in water. i am also a local distributor of their fabulous La Bassine birthing pools!
  • The Good Birth:
    www.thegoodbirth.co.uk   
    lots of info again, and suppliers of the birth pool in a box

    • Parenting Support

  • Boobie Buddies:
    www.boobiebuddiesbfdolls.co.uk
    A role play Mum and Baby resource set, for children and adults to promote breastfeeding and cloth nappies in the Educational, Medical, Health and Home sectors! Want more than plastic dolls & plastic bottles? Look no further.
  • Baby Wearing:
    www.slingmeet.co.uk
  • Birth Crisis Network:
    www.sheilakitzinger.com
    This is for women who need support after a traumatic birth.
  • Birth Trauma Association:
    www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk
    A voluntary organisation providing advice and support to women suffering from post natal, post traumatic stress disorder.
  • Perinatal Illness ­ uk:
    www.pni-uk.com
    A charity which supports women and their families who have any type of PNI, including any types of post natal depression or birth trauma.

  • Local Trade and Businesses

  • Mama Packs are the Uks only ethical trade-marked natal sample packs:
    www.mamapacks.eu
  • Rugby Based Grocery:
    www.wildandfree.net
  • Rugby Based Business making beautiful slings:
    www.chrysaliscarriers.co.uk
  • Momento Photography:
    www.mementophotography.co.uk
    We produce stunning, contemporary photography without the significant costs normally associated with images of this quality. From bumps and babes to children and celebrations.
  • The Cotton Nappy Company:
    www.thecottonnappycompany.co.uk
    real nappy advice, shop in Leamington spa, and local agent Helen Stubbs, contact her on 07970 650643
  • Friends of the Earth:
    www.rugbyfoe.co.uk
    Rugby based Friends of the Earth site.

    • Design For Web & Print

  • NellyB Design Studio Coventry:
    www.nellyb.co.uk