Pregnancy and Baby Resource List!
Here’s a list of the resources I found to be helpful during pregnancy as I prepare for baby! I am posting this during my pregnancy so I will add any other resources I find to the list as I deem them helpful. If you found a particular resource to be helpful during your pregnancy please put them in the comments! If you’re a mom, I need your suggestions for the most helpful new parent resources down in the comments, too!
YouTube
Bridget Teyler
Stages of labor videos were educational and helpful but in the most human and personable way.
Nurse Zabe
Labor and Delivery Nurse educational videos. She’s very knowledgeable but not too clinical.
LIFE OF MADDY
I started with her Lovevery review video which was awesome, but stuck around because all her baby-related content.
I am pretty sure she said the tip about testing products on yourself first before using them on baby, like with wipes, etc. that I love!
Articles
Crib Regulations
@mypelvicfloormuscles
A pelvic floor physical therapist that isn’t afraid to be TMI about your pelvic floor health’s impact on your life.
@expectingandempowered
Lots of great content about exercise while pregnant and tips from a physical therapist.
@healthiest_baby
Easy to read and understand graphics that are informative and actionable for baby’s first years.
@SexPositive_Families
If you’re (already) anxious about not giving your kid a complex about their genitals and sex life then this account is for you. They are constantly giving great advice about approaching puberty, genitals, and sex.
Facebook Groups
In addition to the resources I have listed above, I also joined Facebook groups pertinent to my specific pregnancy. I am in a June 2020 babies group, Pregnant during Covid-19, Montessori parenting, and two breastfeeding groups. There are lots out there!
Books
Montessori From the Start
By: Paula Polk Lillard, Lynn Lillard Jessen
A book discussing the use of Montessori Methods at home from birth.
The Montessori Toddler
By: Simone Davies
This book is very visually aesthetic and comes highly recommended.
