Connecticut Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby Stores and Postpartum Services
A New Parent's Guide to Maternity & Baby Stores, Hospitals & Birth-related Services in Connecticut
Expectant Mother's Guide to Connecticut can help you find everything you'll need in Central and Southwest Connecticut while you are pregnant, planning for childbirth, & preparing for baby's arrival! Find pregnancy services (such as obstetricians & midwives; maternity stores & products for expectant mothers; local hospitals offering maternity services; pregnancy massage, prenatal yoga & exercise programs; etc.), childbirth services (such as childbirth education classes; labor support & doulas; cord blood services; etc.), & postpartum services & "baby" businesses (such as postpartum support services; breastfeeding resources & lactation consultants; baby furniture stores & children's clothing shops - new & resale; pediatricians & pediatric health specialists; family photographers; birth announcement services; etc.) in the central & southwest regions of Connecticut (including Fairfield, Hartford, Middlesex, & New Haven Counties)! Special thanks is given to the many services and stores in the Connecticut area (listed below alphabetically) that help make the Expectant Mother's Guide to Connecticut possible.
Services & Stores in the Connecticut Area (listed alphabetically)
A Tiny Perspective - 3D/4D Ultrasound
74 New London Turnpike
Glastonbury, CT 06033
860-652-TINY (8469)
www.atinyperspective.com
At A Tiny Perspective, you are able to "meet" your unborn baby! A Tiny Perspective uses brand new 3D and 4D ultrasound technology so that you can actually see your baby in live 4D motion while in your womb.It is a memorable experience that you will cherish for a lifetime! Nothing compares to seeing 3D and 4D ultrasound images of your unborn baby. At A Tiny Perspective you will be able to actually see what your baby is going to look like before he or she is born.
Associates
In Family Chiropractic and Natural Health Care, P.C.
Dr. Risa M. Sloves - Board Certified in Maternity and Pediatric Care
156 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
203-838-1555
www.ctchiropractic.com
Dr. Sloves and her husband, Dr. Mark Joachim, have been practicing together for over 13 years and they are committed to helping families achieve optimal health through natural chiropractic and wellness care. Dr. Sloves is 1 of 6 Chiropractic Physicians in Connecticut who has completed a 3 year post-doctorate degree and is Board Certified in Maternity and Pediatric Care and she is also certified in The Webster and Bagnell Techniques to help breech babies get into the best possible position for birth. Dr. Sloves is certified in acupuncture and trained in pre and post natal fitness. She has been featured on Channel 12 News on Health, has written articles on pregnancy and pediatrics, and lectures throughout the community. Dr. Sloves' goal is to help every pregnant woman have a healthy, natural delivery and to enjoy this most powerful identity changing experience.
AuPairCare
800-428-7247
www.aupaircare.com
Since 1989, AuPairCare, the nation's leading au pair agency, has provided affordable, high-quality, live-in childcare to families. Au pairs work 45 hrs/wk, have previous experience and are trained in CPR and First Aid. AuPairCare is designated by the U.S. Department of State so families can feel secure in their choice.
Bellini - Baby Furniture Store
984 High Ridge Rd.
(Exit 35 off the Merrit Pkwy)
Stamford, CT
203-703-2084
www.thebeanscloset.com
Personal service, attention to detail and the highest quality in the business — if you are designing your baby's nursery, Bellini is the ultimate source of style. Come visit us and let your imagination get the best of you, while our store inspires you…
Belly Dance Maternity
Chicago, IL & Highland Park, IL
888-802-1133
www.bellydancematernity.com or www.bellydancebaby.com
Belly Dance Maternity provides hip maternity wear for stylish moms-to-be. The widest selection of stylish pieces and designer denim, Belly Dance is a staple for expectant moms in Chicago. Belly Dance Baby, the latest addition, presents everything hip, cool, and comfortable for baby.
Birth Partners - Birth & Postpartum Doula Care, Educational Programs
273 Derby Ave, #907
Derby, CT 06418
203-734-9963
www.birthpartnersdoulas.com
Birth Partners offers high quality birth and postpartum doula care, comprehensive group or private, in home childbirth education, as well as breastfeeding education options and support. We serve all of Connecticut, New York City, Westchester County, NY, and the Springfield, Massachusetts areas. Doulas serving Birth Partners clients are carefully chosen based on their commitment to supporting families during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.
Bon Appetit Baby
Branford, CT 06504
203-907-5897
www.bonappetitbaby.net
Bon Appetit Baby offers a variety of frozen purees designed to meet the nutritional needs
necessary for your baby's developmental growth. The different combinations of fruits and
vegetables we put together will leave your baby wanting more. All purees are made fresh
and delivered frozen to your home. Bon Appetit!
Bristol Hospital
Brewster Road
Bristol, CT
1-888-306-8773
www.bristolhospital.org
Home like comforts in our private, cozy, maternity suites; care from highly experienced doctors, nurse-midwives & nurses; doula (labor support) program with special focus on VBAC mothers; wide range of classes & wellness activities. Offers information on physicians, prenatal classes, or the Families Are First Unit. Call 860-585-3516 or 1-888-306-8773, or visit www.bristolhospital.org.
Bumblebug
Olivia Hanzel
860-384-0556
www.bumblebug.com
Create a space beyond your child's wildest imagination with Bumblebug's professional design services! Design packages include custom hand-painted wall murals, hand-painted furnishings, hand-sewn bedding and draperies. Bumblebug provides you with a solution to the ordinary! In-home consultations available.
bumGenius
6108 A Baumgartner Crossing
St. Louis, MO 63129
1-888-332-2243
www.bumGenius.com
Manufacturer of cloth diapers, accessories, and more.
Bummis
55 Mont Royal west #210
Montreal, Quebec
H2T 2S6 Canada
1-888-828-6647
www.bummis.com
North American manufacturer of quality cloth diapering kits and diapering accessories including waterproof covers and the Swimmi swim pant. Distributor of the Tots Bots bamboo diaper, the Bamboozle.
CBR - Cord Blood Registry
1-888-775-2520
www.cordblood.com
At CBR, our company mission is to give families hope for longer, healthier lives. We see a day when saving cord blood stem cells will be a routine practice and stem cell therapy will be the first line treatment for many of today's incurable diseases and injuries.
Central Connecticut Chiropractic
391 Highland Ave.
Cheshire, CT 06410
203-272-3239
www.cheshirechiropractic.com
Dr. Luigi DiRubba provides chiropractic care for all ages
Dutailier Inc.
Quebec, Canada
+1 450-772-2403
www.dutailier.com
Manufacturer of Glider Rockers.
First
Baby Mall
www.firstbabymall.com
Online Pregnancy, Childbirth & Baby Resources & Shopping for First-time Mothers & New Parents. Visit us at www.firstbabymall.com
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
Family BirthPlace
100 Grand Street
New Britain, CT
860-224-5433
www.thocc.org
You and your baby will have the birthing experience that you really want. All private rooms, all board-certified 24-hour anesthesiologist, state-of-the-art equipment, special care nursery, peace of mind security, and NEW "web nursery". Call 860-224-5433 or visit www.thocc.org.
HypnoBirthing®
- The Mongan Method
(See the Business Profile for locations in Connecticut)
Hypnobirthing - natural childbirth education classes for individuals or groups in convenient locations. You remain totally relaxed, but fully in control before, during and after birthing. Eliminate or greatly reduce the need for chemical painkillers. Shorten the first stage of labor by hours. See our Business Profile for a list of Hypnobirthing instructors in Connecticut.
InfantSee4D
877-961-2229
www.3Dand4D.com
For all of the expectant parents out there, now you can see your unborn baby in live 4D motion. 3D and 4D Ultrasound uses brand new cutting edge technology to bring images of your unborn baby to life. You can actually see what your baby is going to look like before birth!
Keystone Chiropractic
410 State Street
North Haven, CT 06473 (at Skiff and State)
203-675-1644
www.abetterbrain.com
LifeLine Cryogenics - Umbilical Cord Blood Banking
1275 Summer St.
Stamford, CT 06905
1-866-967-CRYO
www.lifelinecryogenics.com
Umbilical Cord Blood Banking services • Local • Accredited • State-of-the-art Technology. Call today to schedule a free consultation and learn why thousands of parents choose to preserve their baby's umbilical cord blood.
Maternal Fetal Care, P.C. /
Dr. Richard Viscarello, MD, FACOG
1275 Summer Street, Suite 306
Stamford, CT
203-978-5775
www.maternalfetalcarepc.com
A private ob/gyn practice specializing in High Risk Obstetrics. Offers 3-D Ultrasound & High Resolution Ultrasound, Prenatal Testing, Genetic Counseling, Amniocentesis, Fetal Monitoring & Testing, & Childbirth Education & Breastfeeding classes. Call 203-978-5775, or visit www.maternalfetalcarepc.com.
Megan Dey Photography
975 Boston Post Road
Darien, CT 06820
203-655-5464
www.megandey.com
Specializing in pre-natal, newborns, and infant portraits. Call today to schedule your complimentary consultation, 203-655-5464.
MothersCare Doula Services, LLC
118 Summer Street
Stratford, CT 06614
203-375-5719
www.motherscaredoula.com
Baby Due Soon? You Deserve a Doula! Offering labor support services, newborn care & breast feeding help. Call 203-375-5719, or visit www.motherscaredoula.com.
Norwalk
Hospital - Childbirth Center
34 Maple Street
Norwalk, CT 06856
203-852-2678 or 866-NHB-WELL
www.norwalkhospital.org
Our outstanding physicians and birthing staff will work with you to provide a memorable childbirth experience. And we support you before, during, and even after you go home with many classes and programs. For more information, please call our Women's Health Resource Center at 866-NHB-WELL, e-mail or visit www.norwalkhospital.org.
Papoose
82 Salem Tpk (Rt82)
Norwich, CT 06360
860-889-2323
www.shoppapoose.com
Papoose has everything for your belly to baby and more. We offer you nothing but the best information, time-tested methods and products in which to create a beautiful, lasting, harmonious relationship with your baby. You will find top picks for maternity, babies and kids. Our collection of stylish apparel, hip baby gear, designer nursery furniture, fun accessories and unique baby gifts is like no other.
Pediatrics Plus
Joanne Cuttler Law
13 Peck St.
New Haven, CT 06473
203-239-4627
www.pediatricsplus.net
Pediatrics Plus* has been serving the children of North Haven, Hamden, Wallingford, North Branford and surrounding towns for more than 30 years. We are specialists in the care of infants, children, and adolescents. The clinicians in our group are board certified or board eligible--indicating they are experts in their field. Our goal is service; our means are availability, affordability, and accessibility. We look forward to the privilege of caring for your child and serving your family. Ask about our Baby Sign Language Classes!
Peek-A-Boo
Babyproofing Services
Serving the Connecticut, New York and New Jersey area
866-322-8488
www.peekaboobabyproofing.com
We are the premier baby proofers and safety consultants in the Connecticut, New York and New Jersey area. While child proofing does not replace the need for constant parental supervision, it adds the additional layer of safety that might make the difference between life and death. Whether you are expecting your first child, your fourth or beyond, every baby is different. And each one finds different things to climb on, pull out, plug in or tumble off in your home. It's never too soon to begin baby proofing your home.
ProHealth Physicians
(See the Business Profile for local doctors and their contact information.)
www.ProHealthMD.com
ProHealth Physicians is Connecticut's leading primary care physician organization, serving the medical needs of nearly 350,000 of the state's residents. Our growing membership provides services in over 75 locations throughout Hartford, New Haven, Middlesex, Tolland and Litchfield counties.
Riverside Obstetrics & Gynecology
1200 East Putnam Avenue
Riverside, CT 06878
203-637-3337 / Fax: 203-637-3307
www.riversideobgyn.com
Riverside Obstetrics & Gynecology is a full-service medical practice in Greenwich incorporating traditional and holistic approaches to women's health. Our medical team includes Russell Turk, M.D, and Louise Napoli, N..D., a naturopathic doctor. What sets the practice apart is our personal approach to women's health, and our ability to blend state-of-the-art medicine with holistic therapies.
A Stork's Studio, LLC
339 Boston Post Road, Suite 182
Orange, CT 06477
230-779-BABY (2229)
www.astorksstudio.com
At A Stork's Studio in Orange, Connecticut, you are able to "meet" your baby! We use brand new 3D/4D ultrasound technology so that you can actually see your baby in live 4D motion while in your womb. With our state-of-the-art ultrasound machine, activities of the baby inside the womb can be seen which are difficult or impossible to identify on 2D scanning.
Storybook Images Photography
203-915-0834
www.storybookimages.net
We service Connecticut and provide an array of services from event photography to maternity, newborn, and family portraits.
St. Vincent's Medical Center
Family Birthing Center
2800 Main Street
Bridgeport, CT 06606
203-576-6000 or 1-877-255-SVHS
www.stvincents.org
St. Vincent's Medical Center's Family Birthing Center is the only hospital-based Medela® Breast Pump Rental Station in the area. We also provide personal Certified Lactation Consultants in a comfortable setting to assist your needs prior to nursing your infant and after. Please call one of our Certified Lactation Consultants at (203) 576-6087 for more information on Medela® Breast Pump Rental.
T.L.C. Personalized Books
860-881-4000
www.tlcpersonalizedbooks.com
T.L.C. Personalized Books offers a unique line of personalized children's products. Our personalized music and books will help inspire the love of reading and music in your child. Your child will be the star!
Town and Country Early Learning Centers
Middletown, CT
860-635-0544 or 860-347-1400
www.townandcountryelc.com
Our goal is to provide nurturing and educational programs allowing children to grow and learn through a variety of enriching experiences. Our teachers provide caring and professional interactive guidance to foster positive meaningful relationships with children. Children are encouraged to develop important social skills including respect for their friends and teachers, honesty, sharing, good manners, taking turns and accepting responsibility.
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