Resources

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For Local Families

Hale Kealaula - midwifery and doula services
Sacred Healing Arts - midwifery, naturopathic and acupuncture services
Mahinaona - breastfeeding support and education
Punani Steam - hydroperisteam therapy
Holistic Womb - doula and hydroperisteam therapy
Sunshine Therapy - for individuals before, during and after pregnancy

For Black Families

Sistah Midwife - find a black midwife or doula in your area
National Black Doula Association - find a black doula in your area and learn about training/education they offer
National Association to Advance Black Birth (NAABB) - Black Birthing Bill of Rights, short documentary, other resources
Her Holistic Birth Guide - an ebook by holistic doula, Olivyah Bowens, designed to help you through your labor and delivery

VBAC

ICAN - find FAQs, birth stories and other resources
VBAC Facts - education and support

Breastfeeding

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