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South Jersey Mom Magazine This isn't your typical local magazine. Every issue is beautifully crafted, packed with cutting-edge information, designed with South Jersey moms in mind! Every area mother should get this magazine! |
Bradley Childbirth Education Classes Also called "Husband-Coached Childbirth," this class offers high-quality childbirth preparation for you and your birth partner. The Bradley philosophy emphasizes natural childbirth, and coping with labor through relaxation, positions, and other natural techniques. This class offers local mothers an excellent alternative to traditional hospital classes. Email Katie for more information. |
Assistance for expecting mothers and families: WIC (Women, Infant, Children): If you are pregnant or have any children under the age of 5, you may qualify for WIC. You will receive checks for a variety of nutritious foods to use when you grocery shop. Find out if you're eligible, and where you can apply! South Jersey Healthcare Womens Center offers prenatal care for those on Medicaid and several other types of insurance. No health insurance? Get free prenatal care: Open Arms Women's Health Center 1038 E. Chestnut Avenue in Vineland, (856) 507-2759 105 Manheim Avenue, Suite 7, in Bridgeton (856)451-0708 NOW serving the area: Nurse- Family Partnership Nurse Home Visitor for expecting mothers Robins’ Nest Inc. 856-881-8689 lmurray@robinsnestinc.org www.robinsnestinc.org No health coverage? Try Community Health Care in Cumberland County. To apply for Medicaid through New Jersey Family Care, call the phone number listed for your county. Tri-County Community Action Partnership: This organization serves Cumberland, Salem, and Gloucester Counties. If offers a large variety of services, including childcare for low-income families, Head Start preschool, Energy Assistance if you have difficulty paying your electric bill, and housing programs. Food Stamps: NJ online application |
Locate a doula Visit Doula Network for a list of doulas in the New Jersey. You may search by state for a doula near you on the following websites: www.DONA.org Now international, DONA is a highly reputed organization with an extensive listing of labor and postpartum doulas. www.ALACE.org A large organization training labor assistants and childbirth educators. http://www.cappa.net/ One of the fastest-growing organizations training childbirth and postpartum professionals. |