Resources
Planning your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone💛. I know how overwhelming it can be to sift through endless Google searches to find the right support during your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. That’s why I’ve taken the guesswork out of it for you! 🌟
Here’s a curated list of professionals across the Upstate of South Carolina who are as dedicated to your care as I am.
No more endless scrolling—just a one-stop resource to make your journey smoother, more joyful, and filled with the support you deserve. 💖
Pregnancy & Birth
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Labors Of Love Midwifery & Birth Center, Spartanburg, SC
Hatched Traditional Midwife Services, Greenville, SC
Full Moon Midwifery, Upstate, SC
Rooted Birth Midwifery, Greenville, SC
Beloved Birth Midwifery, Greenville, SC
Genesis Birth and Wellness, Greenville, SC
Susan Smart, Licensed Midwife, Chesnee, SC
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Pelham Medical Center, Greer, SC
Greer Memorial Hospital, Greer, SC
Greenville Memorial Hospital, Greenville, SC
Prisma Health Children's Hospital–Upstate, Greenville, SC
Spartanburg Regional Hospital, Spartanburg, SC
Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Greenville, SC: NOTE-No emergency services offered at this hospital. This short-stay hospital focuses on orthopedic and OB/GYN services.
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The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth
The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn: The Complete Guide
Born in the USA: How a Broken Maternity System Must Be Fixed to Put Women and Children First
Home Birth On Your Own Terms: A How To Guide For Birthing Unassisted
Pushed: The Painful Truth About Childbirth and Modern Maternity Care
Care for Baby
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Navigating the topic of vaccines can be challenging, especially with so many differing opinions out there. No matter what decision you make, know that I’m here to support you without judgment. 💛 Below are some resources that I hope will empower you to make the best choice for your family.
The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child
Vaccines Demystified: an online course by Naturopathic Pediatrics
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These are a few of my favorite baby products:
Herbal Glycerite: Tooth Soother
Doona or Evenflo Shyft DualRide: I had a Doona for my last baby and it was a life saver! Not having to worry about lugging a separate stroller around was so nice!
Care for Mama
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Upper Cervical Chiropractic of Spartanburg, Boiling Springs, SC. Notes: Dr. Cynthia Baker serves Moms before they are Moms; during pregnancy, little baby spines, and beyond. She is a Pediatric Chiropractor and is Webster certified
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Postpartum
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PATTCH: Great variety of resources. They also have a list for BIPOC as well.
Postpartum Support International: online support groups for a wide variety of topics.
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This is a list of my favorite postpartum essentials to aid in the healing process:
Herbal Tea: Support for Pregnant, Nursing and Menstruating Women
Breastfeeding
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Farmhouse Stitched. A small business that makes small batch, ethically made clothing for children and women.
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Other Resources
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Built to Birth: DONA certified Birth Doula and a Lamaze certified Childbirth Educator
Sarah Lavonne: registered nurse, board certified in obstetrics, certified childbirth educator and certified lactation educator counselor
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Parkside Classes: A collection of community classes hosted by Tribe513: a company that includes Parkside Pediatrics and the Breastfeeding Center at Parkside.
Happy Homebirth Academy: Teaches you how to utilize mind, body, and gut instinct so you can have the empowered birth of your dreams!
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Handmade by Bumble: Herbal products for the whole family
Farmhouse Stitched: Handmade clothing