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Useful Resources
Articles, links, research and recommendations to help to support
Complementary Support Services
ALCI
Find a Lactation Consultant:
The purpose of the Association is to promote the professional development, advancement and recognition of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) for the benefit of breastfeeding infants and children, mothers, families and the wider community.
Baby Massage
https://www.babymassageireland.com/
Baby Massage Ireland promotes nurturing touch and communication through training, education and research so that parents, caregivers and children are loved, valued and respected throughout the world community.
Baby Wearing
https://www.babywearingireland.ie/
Our vision is for an Ireland where (safe and comfortable) babywearing is a common practice
Cloth Reusable Nappies
As an Irish non-profit organization, we’re dedicated to introducing you to the convenience and eco-friendliness of cloth nappies through our Nappy Loan Kits.
Physiotherapists
https://www.iscp.ie/find-a-physio
The Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists is the national, professional body representing over 3,000 Chartered Physiotherapists in Ireland.
Sling Library
https://www.babywearingireland.ie/meets-libraries
The Miscarriage Association of Ireland
We offer telephone and email support to bereaved parents. In addition, we hold monthly support group meetings, organise an annual service of remembrance, keep books of remembrance, and place memorial stones throughout the country.
The Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland - Féileacáin
Féileacáin is a not for profit organisation that provides support to anyone affected by the death of a baby during or after pregnancy.
Lullaby Trust
The Lullaby Trust provides expert advice on safer sleep for babies, emotional support for bereaved families and raises awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Samaritans Ireland
https://www.samaritans.org/ireland/samaritans-ireland/
Samaritans is the only charity in Ireland offering emotional support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to anyone who is in distress, lonely, struggling to cope or feeling suicidal.
Articles and website links:
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DONA Position Paper: Postpartum Doulas Role in Maternity Care
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PubMed: The obstetrical and postpartum benefits of continuous support during childbirth
Evidence Based Birth, useful articles:
Podcasts:
https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-based-birth-podcast/
“The Evidence Based Birth Podcast
In the Evidence Based Birth® Podcast, we cover the research evidence on hot topics about pregnancy and childbirth!”
https://www.motherkind.co/podcast
"The Motherkind Podcast
The Motherkind Podcast which speaks every week to world leading experts on a range of topics from self care, mental health, career, nutrition and parenting."
https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the-midwives-cauldron/id1523178579
"The Midwives’ Cauldron Podcast
Tackling and discussing a variety of topics within the sphere of womanhood, birth, and lactation and what this entails in today’s society."
https://rss.com/podcasts/sleeplikeababy/224439/
"Sleep Like a Baby
S01 E06 - Still Awake: toddler sleep with Lyndsey Hookway"