Pregnancy and Infant Resources
Cook CountyWomen, Infant, and Children (WIC)
Federally-funded nutrition education program for women, infants, and children. Qualification is based on income. Sawtooth Mountain Clinic A federally qualified Community Health Center serving Cook County. They provide prenatal care for most Cook County women as well as other pregnancy-related resources. Cook County Early Childhood and Family Education (ECFE) ECFE offers a variety of classes and resources for parents and children birth through kindergarten age to attend together. Cook County Public Health and Human Service Financial assistance, MNSure (health insurance), childcare assistance programs, and more. |
Duluth/Greater MinnesotaMorning Star Birth Center
offering holistic women's health, maternity and newborn care in the Midwive's Model of Care. An option for those seeking an out-of-hospital birth experience. Essentia-St. Mary's Birth Center Newly remodeled birthing suites inside of Essentia-St. Mary's Hospital. Offers the full spectrum of labor and delivery options. St. Luke's Birth Center Hospital birth option dedicated to supporting non-interventional labor techniques and keeping newborns and mothers together, even after a caesarean procedure. Birth and Baby Fair An annual free event with resources from local birth professionals, area businesses, lactation experts, and other healthcare professionals as well as workshops. The First Place on Earth Placenta encapsulation services. |
OnlineGentleBirth
An innovative childbirth hypnosis app that allows you to take the GentleBirth course wherever you are. I used GentleBirth successfully with my first delivery and highly recommend it. BlissBorn Birth Hypnosis Another birth hypnosis program that I have used and highly recommend. Home study course is available. Ina May Gaskin The mother of modern-day midwifery and natural birth advocate. Her website has a wealth of information including books, videos, and articles. La Leche League Resources for breastfeeding support. Birth Without Fear Blog featuring hundreds of inspirational birth stories and other resources. |