Local Resources...

          Survey of Women's Health Care Choices - improve the options available for women in the Greater Capital Region - complete this survey and return by April 30, 2010 - http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6YC399M

             Women with Women Doula Services - Professional Doulas in the Capital District, affiliated with Capital Region Doulas.  Please call the Family Life Center for a brochure. (518) 465-0241

Capital Region Doulas - Professional Doulas Serving Schenectady-Albany-Troy-Saratoga & Surrounding Counties

The Lactation Academy - Professional Breastfeeding Education...Certified Lacation Educator Workshops and Breastfeeding Classes for new moms.

Capital Region Sling Babies - Educational Meetings, Web Forum, Outings & Lending Library... "Helping parents choose and safely use baby carriers and slings" Courtney Hughes, OT, LMT. email: eachstepasmile@gmail.com.

Birthnet - BirthNet is a non-profit organization whose mission is to educate the public about maternity care in order to improve it. Childbirth is a normal, natural and profound event in a woman's life. BirthNet's goal is to encourage all women and families to learn about their rights and options. Our primary programs include education in the classroom (high school or college classes), community forums or workshops, and media outreach.