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)
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, Connecticut
203-838-1555
www.ctchiropractic.comDr. 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.
www.Babymoonguide.comBabymoon Guide is your source of information for relaxing pre-baby getaways at resorts, inns and spas. Whether you're planning a 1 night, mini-escape or a week-long retreat to a tropical island, Babymoon Guide shows you the best babymoon retreats. Visit us at www.Babymoonguide.com.
BabyVision
845-473-6780
www.babymallonline.comYour online infant care shopping resource. Shop for hundreds of basic baby care needs from the comfort of home. 20% off when you enter code EMG in shopping cart.
984 High Ridge Rd.
(Exit 35 off the Merrit Pkwy)
Stamford, Connecticut
203-703-2084
www.bellini.com or www.thebeanscloset.comPersonal 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…
Serving Connecticut, NYC, Westchester County, NY, & Springfield, MA areas
203-729-9963
www.birthpartnersdoulas.comBirth 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.
Blessence Maternity
a division of Christian Couture LLC
3575 Lone Star Cr. Ste. 303
Ft. Worth, TX 76177
972-539-7282
www.BlessenceMaternity.comBlessence Maternity is a manufacturer of maternity and baby tee-shirts.
Bristol Hospital
Brewster Road
Bristol, Connecticut
1-888-306-8773
www.bristolhospital.orgHome 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.
Bummis
1-888-828-6647
www.bummis.comNorth 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.
391 Highland Ave.
Cheshire, CT 06410
203-272-3239
www.cheshirechiropractic.comDr. Luigi DiRubba provides chiropractic care for all ages.
6 Hartford Rd.
Weatogue, CT 06089
860-651-0064
www.TheChildrensClubhouse.comThe main objective of this program, is to ensure a safe and nurturing environment, where children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years, are provided with numerous opportunities to develop their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills.
94 Locust Ave. in Danbury &
250 Main St. South in Southbury
203-748-6000
www.ctbirthcenter.comConnecticut's only freestanding birth center. Call us at 203-748-6000 or visit us online at www.ctbirthcenter.com.
Dutailier, Inc.
Quebec, Canada
+1 450-772-2403
www.dutailier.comManufacturer of Glider Rockers.
Educational Playcare
Avon/Simsbury 409-7051
Farmington 678-8659
Windsor 298-9558
www.educationalplaycare.comChildcare • Nursery School • School-Age Programs — While we are proud of the reputation we have earned over the past eighteen years of providing the highest quality programs for children of all ages, we specialize in babies. Our caregivers are mature, loving and nurturing. Almost all are mothers themselves and many are grandmothers as well. Our facilities are bright, spacious and secure.
www.firstbabymall.comOnline Pregnancy, Childbirth & Baby Resources & Shopping for First-time Mothers & New Parents. Visit us at www.firstbabymall.com.
Family BirthPlace
100 Grand Street
New Britain, Connecticut
860-224-5433
www.nbgh.orgYou 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.nbgh.org.
(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.
Middletown, Connecticut
860-635-0544 or 860-347-1400
www.kiddie-world.comOur 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.
(See the Business Profile for locations in Connecticut)
800-628-5687
www.kindermusik.comKindermusik, the world’s most respected name in musical learning, is music education and joyful learning for children from birth through age 7. It is child, parent and family education. The curricula are age appropriate and are based on current research and fundamental musical concepts. Classes include singing and chanting, movement, listening and instrumental play.
1275 Summer St.
Stamford, Connecticut 06905
1-866-967-CRYO
www.lifelinecryogenics.comUmbilical 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.
1675B Barnum Avenue
Stratford, CT 06614
203-378-4433
www.massage-clinic.comLin offers pregnancy massage therapy (in all three trimesters), infant massage classes for new moms, and classes & workshops concerning a wide variety of topics. She is a Holistic Health Counselor-Practitioner, Colon Hydrotherapist, Ear Coning Practitioner, Shamballa & Reiki Master Teacher, in addition to being a licensed massage therapist. For information about her services or to RSVP for a scheduled class, call or email her.
Dr. Richard Viscarello, MD, FACOG
1275 Summer Street, Suite 306
Stamford, Connecticut
203-978-5775
www.maternalfetalcarepc.comA 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.
384 Main Street
Kensington, CT 06037-2652
860-828-2907
www.shopmomandme.comExpecting a baby! Look no further than Mommy & Me Children's Boutique for all of your nursery needs. We are celebrating our 12th season of providing parents and grandparents alike, quality, affordable baby furniture from DaVinci,Million Dollar Baby and Colgate Mattress. We also specialize in maternity items, new parent and baby gifts as well as a beautiful selection of christening attire. Conveniently located in central CT!
375 Morgan Lane, Suite 101
West Haven CT 06516
203-375-5719
www.motherscaredoula.comBaby Due Soon? You Deserve a Doula! Offering labor support services, newborn care & breast feeding help. Call 203-375-5719, or visit www.motherscaredoula.com.
New Haven County - 203-265-3524
River Valley - 860-526-2490
Fairfield County - 203-256-1656
Monroe/Newton - 203-381-0335
Tolland County - 860-324-8126Music Classes for Infants through Age 5 and the Parent/Caregivers Who Love Them! Locations in: New Haven County, River Valley, Fairfield County, Monroe/Newton, Tolland County.
(See the Business Profile for locations and contact information.)
www.mygym.comOur mission is to create facilities, programs and services that empower youngsters by helping them acquire the skills, confidence and positive self-image needed to become healthy young adults.
34 Maple Street
Norwalk, CT 06856
203-852-2678 or 866-NHB-WELL
www.norwalkhospital.orgOur 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.
Serving the Connecticut, New York and New Jersey area
866-322-8488
www.peekaboobabyproofing.comWe 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.
P.O. Box 535
Lake, MI 48632
800-607-3572 or 989-544-2171
www.prenatalcradle.comAbdominal back supports: Full line for pregnant women.
203-325-9565
www.ThePrimpingPlace.comHelp your newborn baby sleep better, gain weight, boost immunity, and help prevent & treat colic & digestive issues while bonding.
(See the Business Profile for local doctors and their contact information.)
www.ProHealthMD.comProHealth 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.
Scott Specialties, Inc. (CMO) / Maternity Support Garments
800-255-7136
www.maternitysupport.comManufacturer of Loving Comfort® Maternity Support & Postpartum Support Belts, & Breast Binder. Call for more information or to find retailers in your area. Call toll-free 1-800-255-7136, or visit us at www.maternitysupport.com.
Family Birthing Center
2800 Main Street
Bridgeport, Connecticut 06606
203-576-6000 or 1-877-255-SVHS
www.stvincents.orgSt. 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.
33 Bullet Hill Road
Southbury, CT 06488
203-264-0588
www.starlightbaby.comVoted One of the top “20 Most Innovative Kid’s Retailers in America” by Kid’s Today Publication. Starlight Baby is located in a beautifully renovated 1800s Barn in New England. It is Family owned and every item is handpicked especially for your little star. Starlight Baby carries over 2000 products ranging from Beautiful Silk Handmade Christening Gowns, Nursery Furniture, Car Seats, Designer Bedding & Clothing, Hand Made Gift items and so much more. For more information, call 203-264-0588, or visit www.starlightbaby.com.
1266 E. Main St. 7th floor
Stamford, CT 06902
203-539-6255 / 1-866-267-3654
www.unitedhomecarellc.comUnited Home Care, LLC is a private duty homecare registry dedicated to helping residents of the Fairfield, Westchester and Putnam Counties find quality and affordable home care services.
866-509-6830
www.viacord.comSince 1993, ViaCord has been a pioneer and leader in cord blood preservation. We are the only cord blood banking company that is also a recognized leader in cord blood research. Our research scientists are actively pioneering new, potentially lifesaving uses for cord blood stem cells. You only get one chance to preserve your baby's cord blood — go with The Cord Blood Experts.
