Trusted Loudoun County and online resources for pregnancy and postpartum

Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can be a lot—and no one is meant to navigate all of it alone. Every parent deserves to feel supported, cared for, and connected through the beautiful, messy, exhausting, what-the-hell-is-happening parts of this season.

Because seriously, it takes a village.

I’ve gathered some trusted local and online resources for pregnancy, birth, postpartum, parenting, and everything in between below.

No gatekeeping here. If a resource can make this season a little easier, more connected, or more supported, I want you to know about it.

Local resources

Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum resources in Loudoun County and surrounding areas

Online resources

Trusted online resources for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support and information

  • Spinning Babies is an approach that focuses on optimizing fetal positioning through maternal movement, posture, and balancing techniques. Developed by midwife Gail Tully, it aims to alleviate discomfort and facilitate smoother labor by encouraging the baby to achieve an optimal position for birth.

  • Pregnancy is a great time to check whats in your skincare products. Checkout EWG.org for non-toxic skincare products.

  • Meal Train is a platform that allows friends, family, and community members to organize and schedule meal deliveries for individuals or families experiencing life changes such as childbirth, illness, or bereavement, providing them with practical support and assistance during challenging times.

  • Evidence Based Birth® is an educational resource and advocacy platform that provides evidence-based information on pregnancy, childbirth, and maternity care to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their birthing experiences. Through research summaries, articles, and online courses, it aims to bridge the gap between medical research and birthing practices, promoting safer and more personalized maternity care.

    Learn more about my Evidence Based Birth® classes here!

  • KellyMom is an online resource providing evidence-based information and support on breastfeeding, parenting, and child nutrition. Founded by Kelly Bonyata, an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), it offers comprehensive articles, FAQs, and forums to assist parents in navigating the challenges and questions related to breastfeeding and infant care.

  • Be Her Village allows expectant parents to create a registry for items they need for their new arrival, while also giving their community the opportunity to contribute to non-traditional gifts such as doula support, meals, and childcare.

  • The Safe Sleep Seven, as outlined by La Leche League International, provides guidelines for safe bed-sharing between breastfeeding mothers and their infants.

  • Radiolab’s podcast episode on placentas is everything you didn’t know you didn’t know about placentas. It’s no wonder the first trimester tends to be so exhausting!

    Podcast episode: Everybody’s Got One

  • This article from Angela Garbes just about covers it: The More I Learn About Breastmilk, The More Amazed I Am

    Angela also talks about how pregnancy changed her relationship with her body on this episode of the podcast Food Psych: How to Make Peace with Your Body in Pregnancy & Beyond with Angela Garbes

  • Support groups can be a powerful way to connect with others who are experiencing similar challenges, offering a sense of community and understanding. Sharing your experiences in a supportive space can be incredibly validating and help reduce feelings of isolation during the perinatal period.

    Postpartum Support Virginia offers in-personal groups in different areas of Virginia in addition to virtual group meetings.

    Postpartum Support International offers 50+ different support groups for topics including birth trauma, loss and miscarriage, mood disorders, and fertility.