Links

Doula UK – a non-profitmaking organisation of doulas, run voluntarily by doulas.

Doula Directory - a directory of doulas trained by Nurturing Birth.

Nurturing Birth – a training provider recognised by Doula UK that trains, supports and mentors doulas.

Doula Film - this shows clips of a uniquely intimate and emotionally charged documentary that captures in close-up detail the practical and emotional support given by a doula to parents before, during and after childbirth.

Lamaze International - a non-profit organization that promotes a natural, healthy and safe approach to pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting.

Giving Birth With Confidence - Real women sharing stories, finding answers and supporting each other in pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and parenting.

Lamaze Active Birth - our colleague Juliette Ward, a fellow Lamaze Childbirth Educator in Reading .

Homebirth – information and research about homebirth, for parents who are exploring this as an option for their birth experience.

AIMS – providing independent support and information about maternity choices and raising awareness of current research on childbirth.

Placenta Encapsulation – have your placenta made into capsules for consumption after birth – read the benefits here.

Berkshire Doulas – a list of practising birth and postnatal doulas in the Berkshire area.

Gently Strong Pregnancy YogaEvening pregnancy yoga classes in Reading to help you physically and emotionally adapt to the changes of pregnancy.

Having Twins – antenatal courses to parents expecting twins or more who live in Berkshire.

Breastfeeding Support Phone Lines - a variety of national phone lines offering breastfeeding advice.