Resources

Resources focused on the care of new mothers.

Family and Home Network is committed to continually learning about and practicing anti-racism.

Scientific evidence shows the harm of spanking, yelling and shaming. The following resources can help parents as they break generational patterns and heal, strengthen their relationships with their children and learn new ways to raise their children with calm, love and connection.

Note: much better societal support for parents is needed - and research shows it is effective. 

Parent well-being is a crucial factor in child well-being. Help is available for all kinds of difficulties.

The 4th Trimester Project, organized by a team of researchers at the University of North Carolina's Center for Maternal and Infant Health, focuses on information and research about new mothers' experiences.

Postpartum Support International is a nonprofit organization offering information and support to women experiencing mood disorders after pregnancy, including postpartum depression.

Doulas: A doula provides non-medical support to a woman giving birth, and/or to the woman and family after the birth.

BirthWorks promotes safe and loving birth experiences through education, introspection and confident action. Birthworks offers classes for pregnant women and training for doulas and childbirth educators.

Promoting an evidence-based, wellness model of maternity care that will improve birth outcomes and substantially reduce costs. 

Birthing the Future is the nonprofit organization founded by author, photographer and birth educator/activist Suzanne Arms.