Founded by world-renowned natural childbirth pioneer Janet Balaskas, the Active Birth Centre offers courses, products and resources for parents and professionals

0207 281 6760

General information and advice

Name Description
Amir, Ruth Childbirth education, breastfeeding counselling and doula training
020 7722 4786
APEC (Action on Pre-Eclampsia) Information and advice if you are or think you may be suffering from this common but potentially dangerous complication of pregnancy
24 Hour Helpline: 020 8427 4217
AVERT (Aids education & research trust) Award-winning site with advice and information on HIV for pregnancy and childhood issues
Babycentre.co.uk Guide to pregnancy, birth and babies. Includes articles on childhood illness, baby sleep tips, shared experiences with other parents and much more.
Baby place The starting point for information on pregnancy, birth and babies.
The Birth centre The Birth Centre has been especially designed for your comfort and safety in labour and birth.
bounty.com Online guide to pregnancy and parenting.
British SPD Support Group for help & support with Diastasis Symphysis Pubis (pelvic pain during pregnancy)

Mont Hamel House, 2 Chapel Place, Ramsgate, Kent CT11 9RY

Tel: 01843-587356, Fax: 01843-587523, E-mail info@spd-uk.org, Website www.spd-uk.org

Brook Advisory Centres Pregnancy testing, contraceptive services, free pregnancy advice and support for under 24 yr olds.
020 7580 2991
careandhealth.com/ Resource for people in the care sector with database of all UK approved social work courses, policy and law references, news and over 1400 links.
Caeserian Birth & VBAC Information Information and support for vaginal birth after caesarian.
Call Gina Lowdon on 01256 704 871 after 4.30pm or weekends. us4@lowdon. dabsol.co.uk
CLAPA (Cleft Lip & Palate Association)  
commonknowledge
trust.com
Common Knowledge provides an innovative form of birth preparation, working with the body to inspire confidence to all involved in birth.
Downs Syndrome  
DPPi (Disability, Pregnancy & Parenthood international) Up-to-date and accurate information for disabled parents and prospective parents.
Fit to deliver We believe that most women can and should remain active during pregnancy, we offer up to date information on ways to maintain a healthy fit pregnancy.
Foresight Information on preconceptual care.
Harringey Anenatal Teachers
  • Moyra Rose 020 8361 1216
  • Muriel Bouvier 020 7282 2233
  • Diana Parkinson 020 8341 3969
Naissance Active Swiss Birth Centre (Tel: 022 347 21 22)
National Childbirth Trust Childbirth preparation classes, postnatal support and breastfeeding advice.
Sheila Kitzinger Information on getting the birth you want, books by Sheila Kitzinger and her work
stretchmarkcure.com A home massage remedy to remove or reduce stretch marks and cellulite. Start to see result in just a few days. See before and after photos.

Tens Hire

  • Pulsar on 0800 515 413
  • Boots the Chemist (all branches have details)

The WaterBirth Website

 

In-depth information on the newest innovation in safe, gentle, joyous childbirth. Tutorial, Photo Gallery, firsthand waterbirth stories, award-winning WATER BABY video information, lots more

Parenting Support

Name Description
Alternative Parenting Site dedicated to providing information to parents/parents-to-be interested in a more natural lifestyle. Focus on attachment parenting issues.
Amir, Ruth Childbirth education, breastfeeding counselling and doula training (020 7722 4786)
Association for Postnatal Illness One-to-one support for women suffering from postnatal illness (020 7386 0868)
AtHomeMothers.com At-Home Mothers provides complete support for the at-home motherhood lifestyle, offering memberships in the National Association of At-Home
AVERT (Aids education & research trust) Award-winning site with advice and information on HIV for pregnancy and childhood issues
The Baby Registry Information and advice on the development and well being of infants and children
BLISS Offers support to families with babies needing specialist care at birth, donates lifesaving equipment to neonatal units and sponsors nurse training and research (Helpline: 0500 618140 Main no: 020 7820 9471)
Caeserian Birth & VBAC Information

Information and support for vaginal birth after caesarian.

Call Gina Lowdon on 01256 704 871 after 4.30pm or weekends. email

Crysis Telephone advice and support for families with excessively crying, sleepless and demanding babies (020 7404 5011)
Downs Syndrome  
Familiesonline.co.uk Provides useful information to parents with young about education... parenting... health... babies... childcare... holidays...and more. Searchable through from the UK-based Families Magazines group.
Gingerbread Offers support, advice and friendship to lone parents and parents-to-be. Local support group network
Maternity Alliance Information on maternity rights and benefits (020 7588 8582)
National Childbirth Trust A comprehensive source of parenting information and services available from the East Grinstead Branch of the NCT. Counselling, antenatal classes, social life and more!
Natural Parenting UK Information and resources covering all areas of natural and alternative parenting from pregnancy to education. Discussion boards and online shopping.
ParentLine Support for parents and carers run by trained volunteers (0808 800 2222)
RealParents.co.uk Your independent on-line parenting magazine, written by parents for parents, featuring real stories, tips, advice, things-to-do, reader offers and competitions
   

 

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20 Stanhope Gardens
London N6 5TS
tel/fax: 0208 347 6963
mobile: 077 937 45907
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