Expectant Mother's Guide to Philadelphia can help you find everything you'll need in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas while you are pregnant, planning for childbirth, & preparing for baby's arrival! Find pregnancy resources (such as obstetricians & midwives; maternity stores & products for expectant mothers; local hospitals offering maternity services; pregnancy massage, prenatal yoga & exercise programs; etc.), childbirth resources (such as childbirth education classes; labor support & doulas; cord blood services; etc.), & postpartum resources & "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 Greater Philadelphia area (including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, & Philadelphia Counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania)! Special thanks is given to the many services and stores in the Greater Philadelphia area (listed below alphabetically) that help make the Expectant Mother's Guide to Philadelphia possible.
Services & Stores in the Greater Philadelphia Area (listed alphabetically)
Art & Soul Yoga
Classes available in Blue Bell / Worchester Area
610-220-8572
www.artandsoulyoga.comArt & Soul Yoga has small prenatal yoga classes that bring moms together, and practicing yoga during pregnancy helps to strengthen and stretch muscles, release tension and maintain good posture. We teach yoga exercises that help prepare you for labor, delivery and motherhood, as well as breathing techniques you can use in labor. Our sessions are 6 weeks for $90.
Serving the Greater Philadelphia and Southern NJ areas.
856-374-1580
www.awaybabyrentals.comIn addition to their full line of baby equipment, Away Baby Rentals now offers Medela Breastpumps for rent (and for purchase!). So if you need a crib for a week or a breastpump for a month, call us — we deliver to your door!
Baby Vision
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.
3D / 4D Ultrasound Studio
(formerly Womb With A View)
2 Meadowbrook Lane
Chalfont, PA
215-997-3901
www.babysfirstpeek.comDon't miss the opportunity to bond with your child through the caring creation of ultrasound images and 3D/4D video of your developing baby. Prenatal imaging allows the mom-to-be to watch baby move, wave and even yawn! 3D / 4D Ultrasound & traditional 2D screening / gender check available. Call for an appointment today!
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
484-461-9190
www.beautifulbabiesandmore.comMichelle Lindenmuth specializes in pregnancy, newborn, children and family photography. She is a on location custom photographer in the Philadelphia area and surrounding suburbs, so you don't need to leave your home. She wants to capture your memories, your miracles and your life. Please visit her website for a more detailed look of what she can offer you.
821 Lancaster Ave., Wayne - 610-964-1160
1871 Route 70 E, Cherry Hill, NJ - 856-489-8100
www.bellini.comThe Finest in Baby & Teen Furnishings at Fantastic Prices! Featuring over 25 baby, toddler, and teen room displays, custom and predesigned crib and bedding sets, unique baby gifts, handcrafted baby and teen accessories, strollers, high chairs, baby gift registry and much more. Come see our new locations in Wayne, PA and Cherry Hill, NJ. STORE HOURS: Monday - Saturday 10 - 6; Sunday 11 - 5. Call for directions or visit www.bellini.com.
4321 Main Street
Manayunk, Pennsylvania
215-483-0202
www.shopbelly.comSmart, sexy maternity fashions for pregnant moms in the Philadelphia area.
215-468-6644Custom Belly Casting by Shara Gordon, a local Philadelphia artist. Capture the memory of your pregnancy with a plaster cast of your beautiful belly. To arrange for a private sitting, call 215 468 6644.
The Birth Center - Holistic Midwifery Care
918 County Line Road
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
610-525-6086
www.thebirthcenter.orgPrivacy and intimacy unmatched by a hospital setting. We offer Jacuzzis for comfort in labor, childbirth classes, and more. Our midwives provide maternity and gyn care in Bryn Mawr and Exton. Most insurance plans are "in-network". Financial assistance available. Visit our website or call for a free information package. Call 610-525-6086, or visit us at www.thebirthcenter.org.
107 S. Monroe St.
Media, Pennsylvania
610-892-5051
www.familybirthmark.comBirthMark is a pregnancy, new parent and baby resource and boutique that offers unique, time-proven products for both baby and parents; a knowledegable and helpful staff; an on-site breastfeeding clinic with lactation consultant; free gatherings and groups for new parents; seminars and workshops; counseling for new parents, and birth and postpartum doula services and training. At BirthMark, our mission is to provide new families with skills, products and resources in order to ensure a smooth transition during this time of great challenge and joy. BirthMark is here to answer your family's needs.
Bummis - Clothing Diapers
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.
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, Pennsylvania
1-888-806-4435
www.cchosp.comFeaturing a full range of obstetric services, as well as CHOP (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia) Connection Inpatient Pediatric Unit & Chester County's only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Call 610-738-2300, or visit us at www.cchosp.com.
4201 Miller Road
Wilmington, DE 19802
302-764-7787
www.closicsfurniture.comClosic’s Has Everything You Need For Baby's Room — nursery and children's furniture, bedding, decor and more! And enjoy tax-free shopping in Delaware.
Drexel OB/GYN Associates / Women's Care Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
215-762-5580 / 215-762-7824
www.drexelmed.edu
We strive to provide state-of-the-art care in a patient-oriented and caring environment. We offer Obstetrical and Gynecological Care, High Risk Obstetrical Care, Reproductive Genetics, Fertility and Reproductive Endocrinology, Midwifery, and Family Planning.
Dutailier Inc.
Quebec, Canada
+1 450-772-2403
www.dutailier.comManufacturer of Glider Rockers.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
215-952-8700
www.readephoto.comElizabeth Reade is a mother of four who knows first-hand the importance of capturing moments and celebrating every stage of life. As a professional photographer for over fifteen years, she is inspired by the beauty, innocence, playfulness and purity of children. Whether you’re looking for family portraits, children’s portraits, maternity photos or even pet portraits, Elizabeth Reade can help you capture the moments that illustrate your family storybook.
Euro-baby
1-877-844-9575
www.euro-baby.usManufacturer of upscale juvenile and baby products.
www.firstbabymall.comOnline Pregnancy, Childbirth & Baby Resources & Shopping for First-time Mothers & New Parents. Visit us at www.firstbabymall.com.
1648 Huntingdon Pike
Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania
1-800-818-HRHR
www.yourebeautifulbaby.comMaternal & Neonatal Care — Call for help finding a obstetrician, pediatrician, a personal tour of our delivery suites or a brochure. Call toll-free 1-800-818-HRHR (4747), or visit us at www.yourebeautifulbaby.com.
365 Lancaster Avenue, Suite #6
Frazer, Pennsylvania 19355
610-408-9100
www.innerviewultrasound.com2D, 3D & 4D Prenatal Imaging — For all of the expectant parents out there, now you can see your unborn baby in live 4D motion. InnerView Ultrasound uses cutting edge 4D ultrasound technology to bring images of your unborn baby to life. From a yawn to a stretch, or the beating of your baby’s heart, your ultrasound will allow you to take a peek at your baby’s first movements inside the womb. For information about our ultrasound packages, call 610-408-9100 or visit us at www.innerviewultrasound.com.
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
111 South 11th Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1-800-JEFF-NOW
www.JeffersonHospital.org/obgynFor nearly 200 years, the region’s expectant mothers have trusted Jefferson’s expertise, personal attention and comfort. See what Jefferson can do for you. Call 1-800-JEFF-NOW.
215-219-1334
joymoody.com and joymoody.com/blogI specialize in pregnancy photography (belly photography) and I also love shooting weddings and children. Catching little moments that many people might not see on a daily basis is what I do best.
724 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1-800-633-5451
www.karlsbaby.comAll major brands of cribs, armoires, gliders, dressers, and much more. Delivery & set-up. 250 Room settings on display. Ask about Uncle Alan's Lucky Dates — if your baby is born on one of our lucky dates, you receive a $500 gift certificate. Call toll-free 1-800-633-5451, or visit us at www.karlsbaby.com.
215-643-8503
www.kellyphotoboutique.comKelly Schonour loves what she does and it shows! Her goal is quality with a bit of spunk. Whether you are interested in pregnancy photography or baby's first portrait, Kelly can work with your family, in her studio or on location, to capture the look you will cherish for generations to come. Personalized cards and birth announcements are also available.
P.O. Box 72863
Thorndale, PA 19372-0863
484-288-8535
www.kristenkanzephotography.comPortrait Photography in the Comfort of Your Home — I live northwest of Philadelphia and provide Maternity, Infant, Child, and Family Portrait Photography to the Delaware Valley. I offer Natural Light and Studio Photography in the comfort of your home or outdoor location. It is my goal to produce a photograph that you will love now and in the years to come treasure.
Department of Psychology
215-951-1284
www.psychdata.comWe are a group of researchers at La Salle University studying women’s pregnancy experiences, and we are looking for volunteers to answer some questions online. Participatants with receive a $10 gift certificate to Amazon.com® for each survey! Requirements - You must be: 18 years or older, In your third trimester, Able to read and understand English, Able to access a computer, and Willing to complete two surveys, one during your third trimester and one four months after delivery. Your information will be kept confidential. For more details, visit www.psychdata.com and enter Survey Number 122624.
Bryn Mawr Hospital
Lankenau Hospital
Paoli Hospital
Riddle Memorial Hospital
1-866-CALL-MLH
www.mainlinehealth.orgEach year, more than 7,000 families trust the Main Line Health hospitals to deliver their babies. Our maternity services are backed by board-certified medical staff and specialty nurses; a range of childbirth education programs; and physicians who specialize in high-risk pregnancy and newborns. Call us to find a physician or for more information on our maternity services & childbirth education classes. To register for our New Parent eNews, click here. Call toll-free 1-866-CALL-MLH, or visit us at www.mainlinehealth.org.
606 Carpenter Lane
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
215-713-2666
www.maternalwellness.orgBEST OF PHILLY: Place to Meet New Moms, 2006 — The Maternal Wellness Center is a non-profit charitable organization whose mission is to support, educate, and empower women and families during the transition to parenthood. From pre-conception through the early child rearing years the center provides a variety of services to help women and families discover and follow their intuition in making healthy decisions. All of the money we generate from the sales of our products and services is put back into programs to ensure all of our resources are available to families in financial need.
Serving the Metropolitan Philadelphia area
215-667-8977
www.metropolitanmoms.comMetropolitan Moms hosts moms-only events as well as classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Join us for private museum tours, the latest gallery exhibitions, historical neighborhood walks, and visits to the studios of emerging artists. Excursions are stroller-friendly and limited to small, private groups led by seasoned experts and attended by a Mother’s Helper. Also in NYC.
1301 Powell Street
Norristown, Pennsylvania
610-270-2020
www.montgomeryhospital.orgMontgomery Hospital Medical Center is dedicated to making childbirth a joyous experience. The entire birthing process occurs in a spacious, private, warmly decorated room, designed for complete mother and baby comfort and safety. The unit is fully equipped to manage all obstetrical complications. Tours and childbirth education classes also available. Call Maternity Services 610-270-2020, or visit us at www.montgomeryhospital.org.
215-997-6941
www.MotherToMotherSupport.comProvides comprehensive supportive and educational services for Expectant, Birthing and Postpartum Families. Services include: Birth and Postpartum Doula care, Private Childbirth and Breastfeeding Classes, Breast Pump Sales, Rentals and Nursing Mother Supplies, Lactation Consulting Services, Nanny Search Assistance and more...Contact Ursela for more information - office: 215-997-6941, fax: 215-997-7608, email, website: MotherToMotherSupport.com.
327 N. Middletown Rd.
Media, PA 19063...at Yoga Child
903 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147610-565-8823
www.ohmchiropractic.comOhm Family Chiropractic offers specialized care for pregnant mothers, infants and children. The unique physiological and emotional needs in pregnancy, infancy and throughout childhood require very specific attention. Drs. Thomas, Justin and Jeanne Ohm have received advanced training and certification in this care. Whole families benefit from their services and appreciate their flexible fee schedules. Call for your complimentary consultation and find out how to optimize your body's natural healing. Visit www.ohmchiropractic.com.
903 Edann Road
Oreland, PA 19075
215-886-2869
www.onefitmama.comWe offer prenatal and postpartum Moms a fun way to exercise while connecting with other like-minded women. This is a great opportunity to combat the ‘baby blues’ and be an active role model for your child! We also offer Yoga Mamas classes, Infant/Child CPR, and free monthly social/educational events. One Fit Mama™ Gift certificates make great gifts for pregnant and new moms!
Penn Ob/Gyn Care
(University of Pennsylvania Health System)
1-800-789-PENN
www.pennhealth.comOffering state-of-the-art, homelike, maternity units; childbirth education, parenting and exercise classes, and professional breastfeeding consultants at HUP and Pennsylvania Hospital. Call to schedule an appointment with a Penn Ob/Gyn prenatal care practice near you. Call toll-free 1-800-789-PENN, or visit www.pennhealth.com.
Serving the Greater Philadelphia Area
215-672-3214Birth Annoucements • Baby Shower Favors • Invitations • Thank Yous — our customized candy bar wrappers are the sweetest way to welcome your new baby!
215-643-4142 or 610-489-9598
www.playandlearn.comOffering Infant Care, Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Before / After School, and Summer Camp Kaleidoscope care from 6:30am to 6:00pm (6:00 am - 7:00 pm at Abington). Locations: Abington, Ardmore, Blue Bell, Bryn Mawr, Collegeville, Fort Washington, Green Lane, Hatboro, Horsham (Summer Camp Only), Lansdale, and Spring House. Call 215-643-4142 or 610-489-9598, or visit us at www.playandlearn.com.
P.O. Box 535
Lake, MI 48632
800-607-3572 or 989-544-2171
www.prenatalcradle.comAbdominal back supports: Full line for pregnant women.
Simplicity For Children
800-858-8323
www.simplicityforchildren.comManufacturer of bassinets, convertible cribs, changing tables, baby swings, playards, and child safety gates. Visit website for a full description of products: www.simplicityforchildren.com
Slinglings
800-887-1461
www.slinglings.comManufacturer of stylish and comfortable baby slings.
129 E. Butler Avenue
Ambler Pennsylvania 19002
215-643-4883
www.trimestersboutique.comOffers hip maternity fashions for the modern woman — by Belly Basics, Olian, Bravado, Zoee, and many more fashionable maternity wear designers! In addition our NEW maternity clothing collections, Trimesters also offers "barely worn" designer maternity clothes on consignment. Unique baby gifts (hand-painted furniture & bags, hand-knitted sweaters & much more) also available! Stop in or visit us online at www.trimestersboutique.com, or call 215-643-4883.
Motherhood Workshop
Lisa A. Mullins, LCSW
Mt. Airy, Pennsylvania
215-779-0271
www.true-north-therapy.comOur six-week workshop, Motherhood as a Journey of Transformation, designed for moms and moms-to-be, will provide you with a unique perspective on mothering, and help you parent confidently according to your own wisdom. To make an appointment visit us online at www.true-north-therapy.com, or call 215-779-0271.
ViaCord - Cord Blood Banking
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.
Vintage Kids
770-945-8027
www.vintagekids.comVintage Kids offers unique wooden furniture hand-crafted with a European flair. Our collections come complete with everything you'll need to make your child's dream come true ... and then some!
903 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-238-0989
www.yogachild.netThe Yoga Child Studio offers yoga classes for all ages & stages: Prenatal classes (Prenatal Yoga, Community Gatherings, Couples Yoga & Birthing Awareness Workshops), Postpartum classes (Yoga Babies, Yoga Movers, Community Gatherings, Infant Massage & Postpartum Alignment), & Kids & Families (Yoga & Movement & Open Family Time). Call 215-238-0989, or visit www.yogachild.net, or click here to e-mail.
