Links
Helpful websites are provided and updated. If you would like your website included, contact us, and we'd be happy to add it to this page.
AASECT Sexuality Certifications
Learn how to become a certified Sex Educator, Sex Counselor, or Sex Therapist from the preeminent human sexuality organization for professionals.
BeforePlay.com
Are you looking for reliable sexual health information and guidance? I have the perfect resource for you: beforeplay.org (a play on the word foreplay). The states of Colorado and Michigan have collaborated on this gem of a website, and they've loaded it with reliable material and advice for both English and Spanish speakers. This website includes so many important components that teens and adults will find very useful. As most Americans do not receive comprehensive sex education in K-12, it is important that we educate ourselves on those things that we are unfamiliar with such as sexual orientation, level of desire, birth control options, gender, puberty changes, and much more. Pregnancy-related material found on beforeplay.org can be used proactively in order to help people decide on the best course of action before they take the plunge...becoming pregnant, dispelling pregnancy misinformation, factors to consider before becoming pregnant, as well as tips for a healthy pregnancy. This site is highly recommended for women who are considering becoming pregnant, who are looking for sexual health guidance, family planning, and accurate information.
Blooma
Blooma is a holistic-minded site with a terrific resources page as well as free guided meditations, and a blog.
Burrell Education
Occupational and physical therapists often have to piece together a hodge podge of disjointed trainings to become skilled maternal care providers. Jenny Burrell provides 360 degree training in the areas of pregnancy and exercise; soft tissue therapy and massage for expecting and postpartum moms; c-section, hysterectomy and abdominal scar training; peri- to post- menopause education, nutrition for postpartum recovery; pelvic floor foundations; pelvis and pelvic floor mobilization; kinesiotapping for pregnancy and postpartum; and more. She also has an informative blog and certifications.
CAPPA
Healthcare workers who act as pregnancy and postpartum educators can find information regarding training as well as ideas found in their associated blog.
International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
This worldwide organization is dedicated to sharing information about the impact trauma has by providing research and treatment guidelines, checklists that guide the assessment of trauma, a clinician directory, services that have been shown to decrease traumatic stress and their impact, as well as information regarding policies.
National Partnership for Women & Families
This organization provides national surveys that have sampled newly delivered mothers. Valuable information regarding trends in mothers' maternal choices as well as advocacy for mothers can be found on this site.
NICU Now Podcast
This website offers podcasts for moms of babies in the NICU. You can listen to the podcasts on your computer, your mobile phone, and can access it via the website or wherever you get your podcasts.
Pacific Post Partum Support Society
The top two contributions PPPSS provides include their podcast and talk/text support for moms. Toll-Free (855) 255-7999 | Texting 604-255-7999. This organization based out of Canada also includes services, publications, videos, and a blog.
PhD research: OT in perinatal maternal health
Explore how OTs work in maternal health throughout perinatal stages and transitions, and future directions. The website is targeted to occupational therapists while providing a thought-provoking blog and information regarding the creator's research.
Postpartum Support International
This international organization is found in 37 countries and provides information, resources, and trainings. For mothers experiencing problems who need immediate help, this organization provides a helpline, and textlines in English and Spanish. Helpline: 1.800.944.4773, Textline (English) 800.944.4773, Textline (Spanish) 971.203.7773. All included information addressed mental health during pregnancy and after birth in the areas of depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, bipolar, and psychosis. Resources guide parents towards finding help with specific focuses being moms, dads, queer parents, military families, loss and grief, adoptive and birth parents, incarcerated mothers, and intensive psychiatric treatment in the US. Resources for professionals include a consultation line, provider directory, conference information, certification, and trainings (free and at cost), as well as resources for their practice.
PTSD Alliance
This organization aims to educate the public and individuals at risk of developing the disorder. An emphasis is placed on providing the most recent information regarding the prevalence of the disorder, the diagnosis, and treatment options. A PTSD Alliance Resource Center is also provided.
PTSD Coach Application
The U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs has created an application for individuals for PTSD. While the inspiration and founding concept of the application was to support veterans with the disorder, many clients find the application well-designed, easy to use, and packed full of resources. There is also a website version which can be found here.
Scary Mommy
Get pregnancy advice and parenting tips for imperfect parents.
Sidran Institute
As a national non-profit advocacy organization, Sidran Institute is focused on increasing early recognition and treatment of disorders that stem from trauma and stress as well as provide resources that aid visitors in understanding the related issues, manage the signs and symptoms, as well as provide education on treating both trauma and dissociation. Training tools are provided as well as: articles; tools for therapists, faith leaders, survivors, and loved ones; and an online store for the most impactful support materials.
Sleep OT
This website provides self-help resources for moms struggling with sleep, as well as information and networking for occupational therapists interested in sleep. Information includes contributions from international sleep experts, online resources, and literature.
Spinning Babies
This is one of my favorite websites on the list. Spinning Babies is a holistically-minded organization that focuses on maternal positioning in order to encourage safer labors that are easier on moms and neonates. I utilized Spinning Babies techniques during my fourth pregnancy, and my labor time was decreased dramatically (4 hours compared to 36 hours, 18 hours, and 16 hours respective to each of my other births). Spinning Babies offers a top-notch blog filled with very informative and unique knowledge as well as resources. You can also find online courses for healthcare providers (CE credits are available for nurse-midwives and midwives), research and references, information on birth anatomy, FAQ, birth stories, and a shop. This site is highly recommended for mothers and healthcare providers alike.
Today's Parent
If you live in Canada, you are quite likely familiar with this national parenting magazine. They provide articles that detail how to care for your postpartum body, from managing depression and anxiety to what changes will happen in your body.
The Postpartum Stress Center Blog
Check out this blog for great insight and resources. If you live in Pennsylvania, you can receive counseling from this business.
The Women's Health O.T.
This website is created primarily for healthcare providers--most especially women's health therapists. Information and resources are provided covering the topics of academic resources, links to professional websites, suggested trainings and certifications, in-depth information regarding sexual assault and PTSD, postpartum depression, endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain, as well as general information regarding pelvic health, maternal mental health, lactation, peri- and post- partum wellness, trauma and grief in pregnancy and infant loss, sexual health and intimacy, menopausal health and wellness, breast and gynecological oncology, nutrition, sleep and rest, workplace wellness and career coaching.