Useful Links
If you work in a relevant field in the South West and would like to do a mutual link with us email karin@birthwise.net
Therapies
Acupuncture
For morning sickness, pregnancy wellbeing and induction. Richard Walters practices in Exeter, Ottery St. Mary and Lyme Regis. Tel. 01404 813784 - www.naturalhealthexeter.co.uk or email richardwalters@onetel.net
Chiropractors
www.exeter.countychiropractic.co.uk/
The Natural Health Practice, 2a Spicer Road, Exeter EX1 1SX. Tel. 01392 499364 - offers a wide range of therapies - www.naturalhealthexeter.co.uk
Reflexology
http://www.reflexology-northdevon.co.uk/
Independent Midwives
For an Independent midwife in Devon, Cornwall or Somerset try:
DCIM - "Devon and Cornwall Independent Midwives provide individualised, holistic, maternity care to maximise your oportunity for a positive and enriching birth experience and gentle transition to parenthood". See www.dcim.co.uk or phone Nicky on 01752 721505
Doula Support
Julia Duthie tel. 01752 837706 or e-mail juliaduthie@uk2.net
Dana Franks tel. 07815 922823 www.newmoonmamas.com
Clare Arnold tel. 07972 922261 or email birthaware@hotmail.co.uk
Home Birth Support Group
Monthly meetings in Exeter to support couples planning to give birth to their baby at home - see www.exeterhomebirth.moonfruit.com
Active Birth Classes
For active birth classes in other areas check out www.activebirthcentre.com
TENS machine
Birth Tens - "run by mothers for mothers". A fully inclusive digital TENS hire service. 6 weeks hire - £26. www.Birthtens.co.uk - Tel. 01455 233808.
Reusable Nappies
Contact Jennifer Harris 07886626093 or visit www.exeterbabies.co.uk
Sling library
Exeter, Chudleigh and surrounding areas: Slings and baby carriers to try or hire. In Exeter please contact Lisa Salway on 07532 323632 and for Chudleigh and area please contact Claire Arnold 07972 922261 or visit www.exeterslinglibrary.moonfruit.com
Okehampton area: Contact Jill at wearsmybaby@gmail.com - www.wearsmybaby.co.uk
Baby Massage
For baby massage courses throughout East Devon and Exeter contact Clare Lowing on 01404 814405. Or look at her website www.babieslovemassage.co.uk
Pregnancy and Newborn Photography
Have a look at www.tanyaperretphotography.com or call her on 07913 150584.
Music with Mummy and Jolly Babies
Music and singing with babies and toddlers - for Exeter area contact Kerry Green on 01392 433255 or look up www.musicwithmummysouthwest.co.uk
Inspirational Articles and Information
on healthy lifestyle as well as directory of therapists look at www.healthandgoodness.com
to meet other mums, info about activities and events in your area etc. www.netmums.com