Local Resources
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Pregnancy Websites
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Evidence Based Birth Website – For decades, the vast majority of birth research evidence has been locked away in medical journals. At Evidence Based Birth®, we believe in putting the evidence back in the hands of the women and families, inspiring them to make more informed decisions about their care.
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Spinning Babies - Teaches about Body Balancing and Optimal Fetal Positioning for Pregnancy and Birth.
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Lamaze International – Lamaze International offers pregnancy tips, tools and evidence-based information.
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Association for Safe Alternatives in Childbirth – The Association for Safe Alternatives in Childbirth Website.
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Birth Issues Magazine – Birth Issues the magazine published for the past 30 years that educates Canadians about options in Childbirth.
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Indie Birth - Education and support for expecting families and birthworkers.
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Doctors / Midwives
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Prairie Midwives Red Deer & Area– Prairie Midwives provide maternity and childbirth care in the Red Deer Area.
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West Country Midwives Rocky & Area – West Country Midwifery provides maternity and childbirth care in the Rocky Mountain House and surrounding area.
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Red Deer Primary Care Network - Clinics
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Doulas- Birth & Postpartum
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Red Deer Doula Association Red Deer & Area- A collection of both birth and postpartum doulas in Central Alberta.
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Placenta Encapsulation
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Baby Mine Birth Services Red Deer – Encapsulation by Laura Gauthier.
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Birth by the Moon Red Deer - Placenta Encapsulation by Amanda Fitzsimons.
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Birth Photographers
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Shelby Story Photography Red Deer– Birth photography and Film
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Kaylee Rae Doula & Photo Red Deer– Birth photography & Film
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Chiropractor
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Pure Red Deer – Chiropractic and Wellness Care in Red Deer
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Aligned Together Red Deer- Chiropractic, massage and wellness in Red Deer
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Massage and Physiotherapy
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Elle Physiotherapy and Pelvic Health Red Deer & Olds– Nicole and Joelle, evidence-based physiotherapy care for women
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Booth Body Work and Wellness Red Deer - Amber Booth, RMT
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Fitness.
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The Breathing Room - Yoga studio in Red Deer, offering prenatal yoga classes
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Nurtured Soul Wellness - Yoga studio in Blackfalds, yoga & prenatal yoga classes
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Mamastefit - Online Prenatal, Postpartum and Childbirth Exercises and Prenatal Education
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Babywearing
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Central Alberta Baby wearing Local & Online -Strive to promote healthy and safe babywearing in our community
Sleep Consulting
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Catching Fireflies Sleep Solutions Local & Online– Charlene Broughton, Certified Paediatric Sleep Consultant
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Whole Night Sleep Consultant Local & Online– Paediatric Sleep Expert
Crisis Pregnancy Support
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Central Alberta Women's Outreach Centre Red Deer - helps people meet their basic needs by providing support and access to resources in the community
Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Center Red Deer & Area - provides information and support on all options of pregnancy with counselling and a maternity home
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VBAC, Cesarean & Trauma Support
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Better Birth Advocacy Network Online- Connection, Community, Education, Resources, Support and Advocacy in Central Alberta and beyond.
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ICAN International Cesarean Awareness Network Online- Education regarding Cesarean birth and VBAC.
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VBAC Facts Online- VBAC information and education.
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LUNA Therapy & Lifestyle Red Deer - Dallas Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Specialization in Trauma, Registered Psychologist
Postpartum Mood Disorders/Counselling
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Cara Mcginnis Counselling Red Deer- Counselling for women and mothers and Family Centered practice
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LUNA Therapy & Lifestyle Red Deer - Dallas Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Specialization in Trauma, Registered Psychologist
Alberta Health Services - Local & Online Resources
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Bereavement Support
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Callum's Cause Local & Online - Care packages for hospitals, care centers, and families experiencing loss
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Carry You With Me Local & Online - Support, connection, inspiration and love for those navigating life after a devastating loss specializing in pregnancy and infant loss.
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StillBirthday Doulas Red Deer & Area– Jenn, Christa, Laura & Trisha – Fees for services by donation or as discussed with each doula
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Stillbirthday Online -Pregnancy loss Support, Miscarriage Support, Stillbirth, Infant loss, and NICU support
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Local Family and Pregnancy Supports
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Mommy Connections Red Deer – programs include informative discussions led by local experts, an opportunity to try new activities – and a chance to socialize with others
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Red Deer Family Resource Network Red Deer – McMan Central is a non-profit organization providing services to children, youth, and families across Central Alberta.
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Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Center Red Deer & Area – We provide compassionate support and education for individuals and families impacted by unexpected pregnancy and related issues.All of our programs and services are free, confidential, and are offered in a safe and non-judgmental environment regardless of age, gender, race, or religion.You are not alone. We are here to help.
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Nurturing Roots Blackfalds – Nurturing Roots provides a safe and inclusive gathering space for local families wanting to find support, education, guidance, classes and community during their pre/postnatal journey.
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Better Birth Advocacy Network Red Deer & Online – For birthing people, partners and professionals to come together for support, education, resources, community, connection and advocacy.
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Breastfeeding and Lactation Resources
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Tip Of The Tongue Red Deer- Kerrie Page - Registered Speech Language Pathologist, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, Certified Orofacial Myologist.
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Driven Lactation Lacombe - Trisha Correy-Pall - Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and doula who is passionate about supporting families on their prenatal and postpartum journeys
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Tandem Breastfeeding Co Red Deer & Online- Pam Armstrong - Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes & Support, Certified Thompson Method Breastfeeding Educator. Twins Specialist
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Birth by the Moon Red Deer- Amanda - Prenatal & Postpartum Breastfeeding Education and Support.
Breastfeeding Inc Online– The Breastfeeding Guru Jack Newman. This site has numerous videos about latching and sucking and how to promote breastfeeding with all situations.
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Kelly Mom Online– Parenting and Breastfeeding website with amazing amounts of practical information to all your questions.
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La Leche League Canada Local & Online–La Leche League Canada encourages, promotes and provides mother-to-mother breastfeeding support.​
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International Breastfeeding Center Online- Dr. Jack Newman is the founder of this Breastfeeding Education Website and Clinic.
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Alberta Breastfeeding Committee Online - A team of health professionals who are dedicated to supporting breastfeeding in Alberta.
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