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Denver Resource Guide

Pregnancy, Birth, Breastfeeding and more

Please contact me with recommendations if you have something to add to (or remove from) the list. I would also appreciate being notified about broken links or outdated information.

Acupuncturists
Alternative Practitioners
Books & DVDs
Breastfeeding
Childbirth Education
Chiropractors
Cloth Diapers
Community Services
Doulas
Exercise & Yoga
Massage Therapy
Midwives
Nutrition
OB/GYNs
Pediatricians
Photographers
Postpartum Doulas 
Support Groups/ Classes
Websites

Acupuncturists

• Acupuncture & Chiropractic - Dr. Lewis Holm 303-796-6725 in Littleton
• Acupuncture & Integrative Health Clinic - Michelle Uthoff-Campbell in Denver
• Balance Point - Acupuncture & herbal medicine with Linda Ratford (also a CNM) in Lakewood
• Denver Open Acupuncture - A sliding scale community acupuncture clinic
• Alsion Dinn - Acupuncture and Herbal Therapy in Denver 303.733.4500
• Elaine Shiramizu - 5 Element Acupuncture in Denver 303-883-6408
• Zen Redhead Acupuncture Clinic - Acupuncture with Tamara Hutchins in Denver & Boulder

Alternative Practitioners

• Acacia Whole Health- Naturopathic & Homeopathic Medicine, Nutritional Counseling
• Acupuncture & Integrative Health Clinic - Michelle Uthoff-Campbell in Denver
• Belly Bliss - Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Psychotherapy in Cherry Creek
• Brenna Hatami- Naturopathic Medicine 
• Bridge Morgan - Certified Rolfer in Denver and Golden 303.875.1294
• Boulder Osteopathic Center - Osteopathy & Homeopathy with Sharon Stanley, DO
• Carrie Louise Daenell- Naturopathic Doctor 
• Earth Instincts - Tia Johnson offering Energy Medicine, Somatic Psychology and Abdominal Massage in Denver 720.435.1181
• Global Medicine - Holistic Internal Medicine & Wellness with Monique Martin, D.O. in Englewood
• The Healing Center - Allergy elimination & chiropractic with Dr. Marie Starling in Centennial
• Highlands Health & Healing- Naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, holistic pschotherapy
• Mira Claire - Energy Medicine Practitioner
• The Open Rose - Herbology, Iridology, Healing Touch & Grief Counseling with Dhyana Rose
• Patricia Hansen - Ayurveda & Yoga therapy; 303.512.0819; padmashakti@earthlink.net  
• Tree of Life Wellness Center-   Todd Nelson Naturopathic doctor
• Vital Energy Clinic - Annelle Norman, homeopath & wellness consultant in Denver
• Women's Center for Natural Medicine- Mary Shackelton Naturopathic Physician

Books / DVDs

• Birth As We Know It By Elena Tonetti-Vladimirova
  This movie features eleven natural births, including home birth, water birth, birth of twins, breech delivery and an astounding self-birth by Tanya Sargunas - a world renowned Spiritual Midwife and pioneer of Conscious Birth in Russia. The midwife community calls this film "the most profound and comprehensive guide to conscious birth in the world", because it delivers a powerful transmission of what it really takes to give birth consciously and gracefully.
• Birth into Being By Elena Tonetti-Vladimirova
  Russian Spiritual Midwife Tatyana Sargunas and her filmmaker Husband, Alexi, recorded five totally natural, incredible water births. Their original footage takes you on a breathtaking expedition to witness two families birthing in the Black Sea, and into their home to see two of their daughters being born in a handmade clear birthing pool. Scenes of children and babies swimming with dolphins will delight and amaze audiences of all ages.
• The Birth Partner, Third Edition: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dads, Doulas, and All Other Labor Companions By Penny Simkin
  Information on techniques to ease labor pain, pain medication, tests/treatments done on newborns, VBAC, etc. Great support information for fathers-to-be
• Birthing from Within: An Extra-Ordinary Guide to Childbirth Preparation By Pam England and Rob Horowitz
  A book supporting natural birth including information on non-drug pain control, how to let your body flow with nature and how to make birth life enhancing and empowering
• The Business of Being Born By Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein
  Compelled to explore the subject after the delivery of her first child, actress Ricki Lake recruits filmmaker Abby Epstein to question the way American women have babies. The film interlaces intimate birth stories with surprising historical, political and scientific insights and shocking statistics about the current maternity care system. When director Epstein discovers she is pregnant during the making of the film, the journey becomes even more personal.
• The Complete Book of Pregnancy and Childbirth By Sheila Kitzinger
  A comprehensive book outlining what to expect in pregnancy and childbirth. Also includes comfort measures, nutrition and exercise advice
• Gentle Birth Choices By Barbara Harper
  A useful guide to making informed decisions. Outlines the elements of gentle birthing and discusses available alternatives to conventional care.
• A Good Birth, A Safe Birth : Choosing and Having the Childbirth Experience You Want By Diana Korte
  Covers the pros and cons of childbirth options
• A Guide to Effective Care in Pregnancy and Childbirth (Oxford Medical Publications) By James Nelison
  Summarizes the most authoritative evidence available on the effects of care practices carried out during pregnancy, childbirth and after baby is born (Click here for an online version)
• Hey! Who's Having This Baby Anyway? : How to take charge and create a safe environment for your baby's birth, including essential information about medications ... and interventions -- a guide and workbook. By Breck Hawk
  Presenting pros and cons of all the birth options
• HypnoBirthing: The Mongan Method: A natural approach to a safe, easier, more comfortable birthing By Marie Mongan
  Teaching deep relaxation to relieve tension and discomfort during birthing
• Ina May's Guide to Childbirth By Ina May
  Comprehensive guide to natural childbirth
• Naturally Healthy Pregnancy By Shonda Parker
  Information on nutritional and botanical medicine during pregnancy and nursing
• Orgasmic Birth By Debra Pascali-Bonaro
  Orgasmic Birth is a documentary that examines the intimate nature of birth, an everyday miracle, and the powerful role it plays in women’s lives when they are permitted to experience it fully. This documentary asks viewers to reexamine everything they thought they knew about giving birth and the potential it holds.
• Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn: The Complete Guide By Penny Simkin
  A comprehensive guide. Covers what to expect during pregnancy, how to work with caregivers, postnatal care and how to care for a newborn
• This Sacred Life, Transforming Our World through Birth... By Zuki Abbott
  A text guide covering conception, pregnancy and childbirth, for Parents, Birth workers and those interested in transforming our world through birth
• The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers: The Most Comprehensive Problem-Solving Guide to Breastfeeding from the Foremost Expert in North America By Jack Newman & Teresa Pitman
  Helps mothers overcome fears, doubts and practical concerns about breastfeeding
• The VBAC Companion: The Expectant Mother's Guide to Vaginal Birth After Cesarean By Diana Korte
  Useful information on vaginal birth after cesarean
• What Babies Want By Debby Takikawa
  What Babies Want is an award winning documentary film that explores the profoundly important and sacred opportunity we have in bringing children into the world. Filled with captivating stories and infused with Noah Wyle's warmth as narrator, the film demonstrates how life patterns are established at birth and  before. The documentary includes groundbreaking information on early development as well as appearances by the real experts: babies and families.
• Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year By Susan Wood
  Herbal solutions for prenatal ailments, labor complications, post-natal care and newborn remedies
• The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Seventh Revised Edition By La Leche League International
  A comprehensive guide to breastfeeding from birth to toddler 

Breastfeeding

• Best Beginnings - Lactation consulting & pump rentals with Debbie Sheets; 303.767.7954
• Bosom Buddies - Retail store with lactation consultants on staff in North & South Denver
• Ana Hill - Denver lactation consultant; 720.876.1319
• Darcy Kamin - Boulder lactation consultant
• Family Builder - Lactation consulting, breastfeeding education & pump rentals with Faith McGinn, IBCLC
• La Leche League - Free breastfeeding education and support groups in your area
• The Mother’s Milk Bank - Donated human milk for families with special circumstances
• Sweet Beginnings - Nursing equipment and accessories. Professional bra fittings. Breast pump cleaning. Breastfeeding support & education in Littleton.

Childbirth Education

• Bradley Method- With Debbie Sheets; 303.767.7954
• General Childbirth Education
  Family Builder - Natural Birth & Breastfeeding Preparation Class with Faith McGinn
  Moon Babies - Holistic Childbirth Education Series with Gina Penka
• HypnoBirthing the Mongan Method
  One Mother to Another - Private & Group HypnoBirthing classes with Jacie Gonzales in Littleton and NW Denver (Highlands Neighborhood)
• Sweet Beginnings - Offering a variety of childbirth education classes in Littleton

Chiropractors

Chiropractic is wonderful for general health, pregnancy discomforts, encouraging optimal fetal positioning for birth & turning a breech baby

• Kabel Chiropractic - Dr. James Kabel in Highlands Ranch
• The Healing Center - Dr. Marie Starling in Centennial
• Lifetime Health & Welness - Dr. Randy Snyder in Westminster
• Metropolis Health - Dr. Emily Matuszewicz in Denver

Cloth Diapers

• Earth Smart Diaper Service in Longmont; 303.776.3955
• Eco-Baby Cloth Diaper Service Serving Denver, Boulder & Colorado Springs
• Fuzzi Bunz Cloth Diapers
• Sweet Beginnings - Offering a variety of cloth diapers at their Littleton botique
• Tiny Tush Cloth Diapers

Community Services

• Colorado WIC Program - Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children

Doulas

• Birth Angel - Denver birth doula Heather McInally
• Pam Black - Denver birth doula; 303.476.1448 
• Caroline McCauley - Boulder birth doula; 303.362.3525
• Family Builder - Denver birth doula Faith McGinn
• Moon Babies - Denver birth doula Gina Penka. Also offering free or low-cost doula services to those with proven need.
• One Mother to Another- Denver birth doula Jacie Gonzales
• Rocky Mountain Doula Educators - A doula trainer who may be able to refer you to doulas working on their certification for free or low-cost care
• With Women - Doula-matching service

Exercise & Yoga

• Asana Studio - Prenatal Yoga & Mommy and Me Yoga classes in Golden
• Kriya Yoga Center - Prenatal Yoga & Restorative Yoga (great for postpartum) in the Highlands / Berkeley area
• Sweet Beginnings - Prenatal Yoga & Mommy and Me Yoga classes in Littleton
• pH7 Pilates - Pre and postnatal pilates in Denver
• Samadi - Prenatal Yoga & Mommy and Me Yoga classes in Uptown
• Spiral - Prenatal, Baby & Me, Daddy & Me Yoga Classes in the Highlands
• Stroller Fit - Exercise activities for moms with babies in strollers

Massage Therapy

• Joanna James - Prenatal massage in Englewood; 720.244.4871
• Earth Instincts - Tia Johnson offering Abdominal Massage in Denver 720.435.1181
• Jennie Luther- Prenatal/Postpartum massage, Craniosacral therapy, & Reiki in Centennial; 303.522.9451
• Mind, Body and Sole - Prenatal/postpartum massage & Infant massage classes with Wendy Correa
• Angela Obadiah - Prenatal/Postpartum massage offering affordable home visits; 720.227.7563
   

Midwives

• Free-Standing Birth Center
  Mountain Midwifery in Englewood

• Homebirth
  DeAna Durbin - Denver
  Karin Hoskin - Boulder
  Julie Hughes - Denver
  Jan Lapetino - Denver; 303.778.7852
  Kathryn Raines- Denver; 303.232.8212
  Karen Robinson - Boulder
  Janet Schwab - Denver
  Marin Wood - Denver Intern-Midwife supervised by Jan Lapetino

• Hospital
  Center for Midwifery -  Fitsimmons/University Hospital (water-birth available/ VBAC friendly)
  Certified Nurse Midwives at St. Anthony Central - St. Anthony's Hospital
  Colorado Nurse Midwives -  Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital
  Denver Health Midwifery Services - Denver Health Hospital
  The Midwifery Group at Swedish - Swedish Hospital (VBAC friendly)
  Westside Women’ Care - Lutheran Hospital
   

Nutrition

• Belly Bliss - Nutrition services
• Allison Slade - Nutrition for families, children, and young adults
• Vitamin Cottage - Free consultations

OB/GYNs & Family Practice Doctors

• Dr. Julia Atkins -
• Dr. Ron Bergstrom - Littleton Hospital
• Dr. Gabrial Godina - Swedish Hospital; 303.934.2202
• Dr. Jennifer Grube - St. Anthony Central Hospital
• Dr. Matt McCoy - Saint Joseph Hospital
• Dr. Tom Sweeny - Lutheran Hospital
• Dr. Mary Wilkerson - Rose Hospital
• Dr. Kiersten Williams - Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital

Pediatricians

• Aspen Park Pediatrics in Conifer
  “For mountain area families~ In my 4+ years of teaching CBE and doula-ing in the mountain communities, I have heard nothing but wonderful things about this practice from families. Supportive of alternative vaccination schedules, hands on breastfeeding support, responsive staff.” –Gina
• Julie Becker-Cordova in Littleton
  “After only having one visit with her I am thrilled with her! She is very supportive of parent’s choice on vaccinations. She is supportive of homebirths. She spends a great deal of time with you at the visits. She is very sweet, kind, and gentle with the children. I recommend her very highly!” -Jacie
• Dr. Susan Fudge-Ericson in Wheat Ridge
  “I absolutely love my pediatrician! They get you in quickly, have walk-in clinics on Saturdays and never too many kids in the waiting area (although no separate sick/well waiting areas).” –Liza
• Cheryl LeBlanc in Arvada
• Dr. Shen Nagel in Wheat Ridge
  “He is FANTASTIC and I recommend him to everybody I know. Seriously, I love him so much.” -Miranda
• Dr. Hal Stein in Lakewood
• Kaiser
  “I've been with Kaiser since my daughter (now 5) was 1 and we've always delayed vaccination starts and selectively vacc'ed. I've received nothing but support from my ped, Sherrise Arnold Rehring who practices at Skyline. I've also heard good things about Serena Kirkagard, also at Skyline. In fact, everyone on staff at the skyline clinic is awesome and very supportive of parent's decisions. Both my kids were born at home, my daughter (20mos.) hasn't had any vacc's yet and we get nothing but positive support.”
• Michelle Uthoff-Campbell - Acupuncture & Integrative Health Clinic in Denver (Pediatric acupuncture and more)
• Partners in Pediatrics in Wheat Ridge & Littleton
   

Photographers

• Hillary Wheat Photography
• Itsy Bitsy Birth Photography
• Sally C. Photography
   

Postpartum

• Ari Deutchman- Postpartum Doula
• Fruit of the Womb- Placenta Medicine Encapsulation; placentapills@yahoo.com; 720.427.9757 or 303.903.7219
• Lee Mather- Ayurvedic cooking/massage/home care for postpartum women in Boulder;  303.440.8435
• Smooth Transitions- Postpartum Doula service
• Heather Thompson; 303.709.0712 Postpartum Doula
• With Women- Postpartum Doula service

Support Groups/ Classes- Postpartum & Infant

• Cherished Children Chapter of Attachment Parenting International
• Wendy Correa Infant massage classes
• ICAN- Cesarean Support Group
• MOP’s - Christian Mothers Support Group
• Motherhood...Not What I Expected - Postpartum Depression Group @ St. Josephs
• Survival for New Moms - Weekly class at St. Josephs Hospital
• Sweet Beginnings - Offering a variety of postpartum & infant classes & support groups in Littleton
• Welcoming Baby Workshop  with Lauren Ross - Meeting baby and parent’s needs; postpartum emotions; coping skills; parenting; preventing/managing postpartum mood disorders; resources
  Postpartum counseling also available. Stapleton; 303.525.7831
   

Websites

• Birthsource.com - A source for childbirth & parenting information, continuing education & products
• CAPPA A doula website with good links
• Childbirth.org - Links of educational, informational and personal nature relating to pregnancy, birth & babies
• Childbirth Connection - A resource for trustworthy up-to-date evidence-based information and resources on planning for pregnancy, labor and birth, and the postpartum period
• Childbirth Solutions -  Information for women worldwide about all of their birthing options so that they may make informed choices for the most empowering experience that is possible
• Colorado Midwives Association
• DONA - A doula website with good links
• Gentle Birth - Information that will help families have the best birth possible - a safe, gentle, positive birth experience that supports happy, healthy families 
• The Holistic Pediatric Association - The HPA is committed to supporting parents who seek a holistic model of health care, helping parents reduce the use of ineffective and harmful drug treatments, and empowering parents to build healthy bodies and spirits in their children
• HypnoBirthing -  HypnoBirthing^® - The Mongan Method - is a unique method of relaxed, natural childbirth education, enhanced by self-hypnosis techniques
• International Cesarean Awareness Network - ICAN's mission is to improve maternal-child health by preventing unnecessary cesareans through education, providing support for cesarean recovery, and promoting Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
• Kangaroo Mother Car Promotions - Kangaroo Mother Care Promotions aims to promote the spread and implementation of Kangaroo Mother Care as the standard method of care for all newborn babies, both premature and full term
• Spinning Babies - Spinning Babies is a unique, step-by-step approach to Optimal Fetal Positioning. Certain positions of the baby make labor easier than others