I've created a series of quick recovery guides to help you navigate the early stages of parenthood with essential tips and advice. Whether you're recovering from a C-section, starting with your newborn, breastfeeding, or healing after a vaginal birth, these guides are designed to support you every step of the way. Enjoy your guide, and welcome to parenthood! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to chat.
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Prenatal Resources
Please note that some resources (noted with an asterisk*) may contain affiliate links or codes. Should you wish to purchase items based on my recommendations that I genuinely love, I earn a small commission to support my business.
Baby/Child Safety
- Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada (CPSAC) (Across Canada) - Car seat safety, finding a car seat technician, getting certified as a tech
- ConsumerNotice.org - Babyproofing Essentials: How to Make Your Home Safe
- Safe Beginnings - Baby/toddler safety, first aid training, injury prevention, etc.
- SaferSeats - BC-based car seat safety resource and technician network in the Lower Mainland
- Vancouver and Fraser Valley Car Seat Safety (Facebook Group) - Community resource for car seat safety enthusiasts and techs to support in car seat troubleshooting
- Vancouver Island Car Seat Technicians - Fantastic resources on tips/tricks, reviews on car seats in Canada from certified car seat techs
Baby Registry Ideas
Gift card Ideas (baby will always get a ton of stuff from family/other parent-pals, but consider including things on your registry that will help take care of YOU as new parents):
- UberEats
- FreshPrep
- Local Home Cleaners
- Amazon
- Costco / Grocery stores that do online delivery
- Starbucks
- Straight up cash (while it may not be “glamorous”, having the flexibility in buying things on the go is always helpful!)
Baby Care / Babywearing
- The Babywearing Club - Karla Castro, Babywearing Coach
- Baby Care Basics - Virtual Workshops (South Community Birthing Program)
- Baby Care Essentials (Amazon)*
- Baby Prep Prenatal Sessions - In-person workshops, Vancouver
- Pregnancy Vancouver (List of Prenatal classes throughout Vancouver and Lower Mainland Vancouver)
Birthing Centres / Midwifery Practices
- South Community Birthing Program - Vancouver, BC
- Pacific Midwifery Practice - Vancouver, BC
- Surrey Mama Midwifery - Surrey, BC
- Westside Midwives - Vancouver, BC
- Pomegranate Community Midwives - Vancouver, BC
- Tri-City Midwives - Coquitlam, BC
Holistic Health Practitioners
- Lisa Matsuzaki, R.Ac., R.TCM.P, Acupuncturist & Herbalist - The Village Community Acupuncture
- Dr. Arica SY Zhong, R.Ac., R.TCMP, DAOM - Good Vibes TCM
- Sarah Jane Swartz, RCC - Sarah Jane Swartz Counselling
- Danielle Schroeder, MA, RCC - South Community Birth Program and South Hill Family Centre
- The Cheerful Pelvis - Vancouver, BC
- Bump Physio & Co. - Langley & Port Moody, BC
Lactation Support / Infant Feeding
- Global Health Media (Breast/Chestfeeding Videos)
- La Leche League Canada (Finding Local Help)
- Vicky Tra, BScN, RN, Lactation Consultant (please contact me for referral)
- Human Milk 4 Human Babies BC (Community Facebook group to donate/request for human milk for full-term, healthy babies)
- DrugWatch: Infant Feeding Resources - Breastfeeding vs Formula, Baby Formula
- Perinatal Services BC: Infant Formula Resource (PDF)
Maternity / Birth / Family Photography
- Perlla Fascoway - Perlla Photography (Vancouver, BC)
Maternity Fashion/Care Products
- Nursing Queen (nursing clothes that don’t look frumpy!)
- The Mumsie (bonus babywearing attire!)
- Knix (best nursing garments/tank tops)
- bellies inc. (pre/postnatal, pelvic floor support products - use promo code 'LYNNSHINTO' for 10% off)*
Pediatric Healthcare Resources
Pregnancy (Audio) Books / Podcasts
- Recommended Books on Amazon* (Also some available on Audible)
- Dear Doula with Brandi Jordan (Spotify Podcast)
Prenatal Fitness / Wellness
- Yoga with Adriene (YouTube)
- Built to Birth - Bridget Teyler (YouTube)
Postpartum Resources
Baby Play / Activities Around the City
- Richmond Family Place Play & Learn Drop-ins - Richmond, BC - Main Office, Steveston and Hamilton
- Chorus and Clouds - Vancouver, BC
- Music with Marnie - Kitsilano & Mount Pleasant Community Centre
- Little Beans Play Cafe - Port Moody, BC
Baby Sleep Resources
- Sleep & Sew with Alyssa Blask Campbell (Podcast)
- Sharlene Aguilar (Bi-lingual (French/English-speaking) doula/sleep consultant!) - Online/Virtual Support
Lactation Support / Infant Feeding
- Global Health Media (Breast/Chestfeeding Videos)
- La Leche League Canada (Finding Local Help)
- Vicky Tra, BScN, RN, Lactation Consultant (please contact me for referral)
- Human Milk 4 Human Babies BC (Community Facebook group to donate/request for human milk for full-term, healthy babies)
- DrugWatch: Infant Feeding Resources - Breastfeeding vs Formula, Baby Formula
- Perinatal Services BC: Infant Formula Resource (PDF)
Parent Support Groups
- Pacific Postpartum Society — Vancouver + Virtual (Zoom Sessions)
Postpartum Care (for Parents & Baby)
- South Community Birthing Program (SCBP)’s Weekly Postpartum Virtual Drop-ins (Free! + No need to be a patient of SCBP to attend)
- Michelle Peltier - Monarch Mothering Placenta Encapsulation
Holistic Health Practitioners
- Lisa Matsuzaki, R.Ac., R.TCM.P, Acupuncturist & Herbalist - The Village Community Acupuncture
- Sarah Jane Swartz, RCC - Sarah Jane Swartz Counselling
- Danielle Schroeder, MA, RCC - South Community Birth Program and South Hill Family Centre
- The Cheerful Pelvis - Vancouver, BC
- Bump Physio & Co. - Langley & Port Moody, BC
