Raising Moms is dedicated to helping every mom on their journey through motherhood. An important part of that journey is knowing what your resources are and how to access them. Resources are listed by topic and include links to access them online. Learn more about how you can use these resources by reading our workbook 'This is Not What I Expected'.
Resources for You
Physical Recovery
Your OB/GYN, Midwife or Medical Care Provider
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Local Women's Health Physical Therapist
Search online for local women's health physical therapy providers and write down information for those that you can contact.
Postpartum Physical Recovery Video
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Learn about medications and breastmilk
Online Community for Postpartum Moms
Office of Women's Health
CDC's Hear Her Campaign
Find resources, share information with family and friends.
Writing Your Birth Story
Mental & Emotional Health
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PSI INTERNATIONAL
Helpline: call or text 1-800-944-4773
Free online support groups:
https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/
Find Local Postpartum Mental Health Providers:
Postpartum Mental Health Video
Raising-Moms YouTube Video:
Mental Health America
Online screening tools, resources and information:
Take a Mental Health Test – Mental Health America (mhanational.org)
Smiling Mind
Free App to foster good mental health habits: https://www.smilingmind.com.au/
EPDS - Screening Tool for Postpartum Depression
EMERGENCY HELP
Call 911 / or go to nearest Emergency Room
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call 988
National Crisis Text Line:
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the USA, anytime, any type of crisis.
Infant Care & Comfort
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Baby's Pediatric, Family Practice or Medical Care Provider
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Healthy Children
American Academy of Pediatrics website for parents and caregivers of children.
Developmental Milestones
Infant Cues
Raising-Moms YouTube Video:
https://youtu.be/_VQkfU5HX1k?si=05z0GNXK-aAjIgqq
Name that Cue Video:
https://youtu.be/ve7yXXRaYT8?list=PLhNV8obQKbPcly8HmVj1ThsH_7qwXtJOg
Infant Calming
The 5 S's of calming video by Harvey Karp:
Spitting Up
Raising-Moms YouTube Video:
Infant Massage
Infant Massage USA: https://www.infantmassageusa.org/
Pathways: Resources for Baby's Developmental Stages
Books
'Happiest Baby on the Block', Harvey Karp. M.D.
'The Calm Baby Method', Patti Ideran OTR/L, CEIM & Mark Fishbein MD, FAAP
Sleep
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Infant Sleep Video
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Virtual Mindfulness Resources
Videos and exercises for relaxation and mindfulness to promote rest:
Headspace
App for meditation
Calm
App with background noise, sleep stories and more:
Mayo Clinic Website
Standford Children's Website
CDC
Infant Feeding
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Infant Feeding Video
Raising-Moms YouTube:
Paced Bottle Feeding
Video for paced bottle feeding:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKSSi5pi57I
Video for paced bottle feeding:
Kelly Mom
Evidence-based lactation topics and advice
Nest Collaborative
Free, online lactation consultations by IBCLC
Formula Feeding Guide
Learn how to prepare and store formula
https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/InfantandToddlerNutrition/formula-feeding/index.html
Formula Feeding Amounts
Amounts for Formula Feeding:
Breastfeeding Videos
Videos for Breastfeeding position and latch:
Partners & Communication
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The Gottman Institute
CDC Parent Essentials
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Creating Structure
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CDC Parenting & Building Structure
Creating Structure
Raising Moms YouTube Video:
Balancing Roles
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Apps
An all-in-one app for recipe saving, meal planning, grocery shopping, and recipe sharing.
Manage tasks and events. Create shared grocery lists. Stay organized with less effort.
Control of your cleaning routines instead of cleaning routines controlling you.
Resource for Working Moms
A list of books, apps and podcasts to encouraging working, busy moms.
Finding Yourself Again
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MOPS International
Find a local group of moms with children from birth to kindergarten who meet for support, personal growth, and socialization. Programs/childcare provided.
Apps for Journaling
Mindfulness
List of Mindfulness Apps
https://positivepsychology.com/mindfulness-apps/
Feeling Stressed? Ways to Improve your Well-Being
https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2021/01/feeling-stressed
Self-Improvement Mental Health Resources
Vision Board
Creating a Vision Board from Artful Parent
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