Northern Virginia & Washington, DC Recommendations
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Mental Health
I needed to look in the mirror and say to myself, 'you are not broken, you are whole and complete...'~Susanna Peace Lovell
Specializes in helping moms navigate the ups and downs of postpartum and motherhood.
Vienna Counseling
Email: megan@meganmaccutcheon.com
Phone Number: 703-624-4644
Goal-Oriented, Holistic Therapy for Perinatal Mental Health and Trauma Recovery. EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist
We specialize in supporting the emotional, mental, and relational wellness of perinatal and reproductive conditions, operating from evidence-based models.
Karim Counseling Services, PLLC
Owner & Perinatal and Trauma Therapist Licensed in Maryland, DC, Virginia, & Michigan
karimcounseling.org
Email: skarim@karimcounseling.org
Phone: (571) 749 - 9845
Therapy for Black Girls is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls.
https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
THE PODCAST: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/podcast/
Improve Life provides medication management, therapy, and wellness strategies to children 12 and older, pregnant mothers, young adults, and women ANYWHERE in Virginia. We also diagnose and treat ADHD in men and women of all ages.
Specializes in postpartum, depression, anxiety and couples therapies and grief counseling and more.
Email: hello@sarahmoorelpc.com
https://www.sarahmoorelpc.com/
Phone Number: 703-261-4468​
Specializes in perinatal support.
Email: joanna@togetherwelltherapy.com
Phone Number: 202-624-4644​
Lauren Geriak, LPC - PARENTING SPECIALIST ***
Geriak Psychotherapy
I specialize in educating parents on emotional regulation and offer parent-focused interventions (SPACE, Positive Discipline, Filial). I'm incredibly passionate about normalizing the struggles of parenthood and helping parents find the joy of connecting with their kiddos at every age.
Email: lauren@geriakpsych.com Phone: (703) 402-7340
Life Coach & Disability Rights Advocate, Author, Your True Self Is Enough, Special Needs Family Coach
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​PSVa’s MISSION is to educate families, healthcare providers, and communities about Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and to provide resources to help new and expectant mothers and their families overcome anxiety, depression, and other PMADs
Specializes in pregnancy and infant loss support
Miscarriage Support
Doulas
My doula was my rock emotionally, because she felt my heart and listened to me. ~Cynthia 2005
Graphic courtesy of Fairfax Birth Care
https://www.dona.org
DONA International is the leader in evidence-based doula training, certification and continuing education. What is a doula?
Birth You Desire (Birth, Postpartum, Virtual and Sibling Doulas ***
Ursula Sabia Sukinik, CD, DCT, CMA, CBE, CLC
Our doulas are trained in trauma informed care and equity to support the whole family so they can enjoy their labor, feel connected to their partner, and enjoy their birth experience and postpartum recovery.
Email: info@doulasofcapitolhill.com
Phone Number: 571-207-8005
Michele Peterson & Jackie Prescott
Phone Number: 202-503-9522
Phone Number: 301-744-8518
Email: info@doulasofpgcounty.com
Samantha Griffin and her team specializes in supporting women of color in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Exercise and Physical Therapy
Regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of pregnancy complications and ease pregnancy discomforts, like back pain. ~MarchofDImes
Specializes in pelvic floor therapy and pregnancy and postpartum issues
Transitional Physical Therapist, LLC
Email: info@transitionphysicaltherapy.com
Phone Number: 571-210-0079
Specializes in personalized, private, integrative pelvic floor therapy, orthopedic & physical therapy.
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Specializes in prenatal and postnatal fitness programs for all stages of motherhood.
Email: ellamink@fit4mom.com
Phone Number: 703-261-3838
Use coupon code "MAMIMEMBER24" for $35 off your first membership payment or class-pass purchase
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Midwives
If a woman doesn't look like a Goddess during labor, then someone isn't treating her right. ~Ina May Gaskin
Sign up for a free info session: https://www.fairfaxhomebirth.com/bookappointment
Phone Number: (703) 534- 0373
Email: sam@sagemidwifery.com
Phone Number: 703-662-3128
Phone Number: 703-370-4300
Email: midwives@birthcare.org
Phone Number: 703-549-5070
Birth Services
Nutrition depletion, is one of the biggest and most detrimental mistakes we can make as a new mother. ~Maranda Bower, Postpartum University
NEOwell - NICU, Newborn & Pregnancy Support ***
Melissa Braun, MSN, CRNP, CBC & Margie Kuczkowski, MSN, CRNP, CBC
Specialize in providing education and support for families on their NICU journey and home transitions.
​Phone Number: 703-659-6509
Specializes in Prenatal and Postpartum Massage; 5 weeks HypnoBirthing Course
Caroline O'Neill
Email: caroline@bodybirthandbaby.com
Phone Number: 571-249-2344
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is empowering. It’s an accomplishment that takes dedication I didn’t realize I possessed. – Author unknown
Susan Howard, MSN, RN, IBCLC
Virtual Classes Offered!
Email: hello@arlingtonlactation.com
Phone Number: 703-651-6466
Lactation support, baby wearing consulting, prenatal support, pump/bottle feeding support
Laci Tang
Email: laci@milkinmotion.co
Phone Number: 703-372-9711
Lactation Support
Excellent resource for breastfeeding related questions
Nutrition
Nutrition depletion, is one of the biggest and most detrimental mistakes we can make as a new mother. ~Maranda Bower, Postpartum University
Serves 2-3 people with meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
1 week from $325
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Eastern Food therapy meets nutritional science to guide you through each state
May be covered by HSA or FSA if your doctor recommends the products and programs for a specific condition
Organic Post Partum Meal Delivery
Guiding clients towards sustainable choices that enhance overall well-being, with a special focus on pediatric and geriatric nutrition
You're done feeling physically & emotionally depleted. It's time for some real whole-body support.
Sleep
We’re not meant to do this alone.
Specializes in overnight new born care
Denise Lacona Stern
Email: Jasmin@letmommysleep.com
Phone Number: 240-367-4456
Client led sleep training support for newborns through age five
Vanessa Grace Cornoni, Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Email: vanessa@gracefulbeginnings.com
Phone Number: 202-320-4495
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Dads
The only way I can describe fatherhood is at the end of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, you know how his heart grows like five times? Everything is full;
it’s just full all the time. —Matt Damon
A network for men on their journey through fatherhood
Adam Angel
Email: info@dadswithwisdom.com
Phone Number: 240-459-8408
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Nounou Nanny is a nanny placement agency committed to finding your family’s perfect childcare fit. Our in-depth, step-by-step process is led by experienced consultants who can assist with the important task of hiring a family nanny or babysitter. Whether full-time or part-time, or seasonal, you can expect quality care and experience with our vetted sitters and nannies. Serving the Northern VA, Washington DC, & MD area
Specializes in improving baby's health and wellness with infant massage
Khyati Desai Seltzer
Virtual and in-person options!
Email: info@vyanainfantmassage.com
Dr. Jan Huh, DC
Trained in Webster's technique which is helpful in providing relief for common lower back and sciatic pains that pregnant women often experience and is often used in an effort to turn a breech baby.
8230 Boone Blvd, Vienna VA 22182
Phone Number: 703-448-6928
LP Dental
Gentle & Caring Cosmetic & Family Dentistry. We provide personalized, high-quality care for infants, children, and adults in a friendly and comfortable environment. Our experienced team offers a full range of services, from preventive cleanings and advanced treatments like cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, and Botox.
7115 Leesburg Pike #207; Falls Church, VA 22043
703-532-7858