If you’re expecting a baby in the Indianapolis area, (congratulations!) and this list is for you! From prenatal exercise to newborn photography to breastfeeding support options, check out these local resources for families with new babies.
Prenatal Exercise
- Mimi Sosa teaches yoga at two locations in Indianapolis, and is also a birth doula. Find out more on her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Yogagarden-Mimi-Sosa/1599222120293956
- Source Yoga in Fishers hosts prenatal yoga classes each Thursday from 7-8:15 pm. http://sourceyoga.net/specialties.php
- CityYoga offers prenatal yoga on Sundays from 2:30-3:30 pm. http://www.cityoga.biz
- Invoke Studio offers prenatal yoga on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45 pm and Saturdays from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. http://invokestudio.com/group-classes
- Body Mind & Core in Carmel offers prenatal yoga on Wednesdays at 6 pm and Saturdays at 11 am. http://bodymindandcore.com/
- Evolutions Yoga in Greenwood offers prenatal yoga on Saturdays from 9-10 am.
Prenatal Massage
Decrease swelling and relieve minor aches and pains of pregnancy with a prenatal massage.
- Massage Envy
https://www.massageenvy.com/massage/massage-types/prenatal-massage/ - Daydreams Massage Therapy for Women
https://www.daydreamsmassagetherapy.com/baby-it/ - The Lifestyle Spa
- Jenn Baron Massage Therapist
https://www.jennbaron.com/services - Massage & Healing Center
http://www.massagehealing.com/
Breastfeeding Resources
Education and support are priceless when preparing to breastfeed your baby!
- For free, evidence-based information and support, visit Indy Breastfeeding Moms: a Chapter of Breastfeeding USA. Free support group meetings, private chat group, and phone and email support. https://breastfeedingusa.org/content/indianapolis-chapter
- Indiana Black Breastfeeding Coalition- free classes and breastfeeding support: http://indianablackbreastfeedingcoalition.com/
- Kathy’s Drop In Center
Wednesdays 4:30-8 pm Catholic Center at 14th & Meridian St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Kathy McCoy, RN, IBCLC (317) 902-9105 kathyrnibclc@hotmail.com - Find a La Leche League group near you: http://www.lllofindiana.org/find-a-group
- Home visiting lactation consultant, Lisa Lahey, RN, IBCLC, can help when you need it the most! http://www.advancedbreastfeedingcare.com/home.html
Childbirth Education Classes
- Hypnobabies teaches proven self-hypnosis techniques for an easy, comfortable birth — Kindra Hunkler, instructor https://www.hypnobabies.com/classes/
- Bradley Method
http://www.bradleybirth.com/Directory.aspx - Birth Boot Camp — Cara Mehlon, instructor http://caramehlon.wix.com/cara-mia-birth
Birth Doulas
Considering a doula? Start your search here:
- Divine Birth Midwifery
http://www.divinebirthmidwifery.com/ - Indianapolis Doulas
http://www.indianapolisdoulas.com/
Meal Delivery Services
There’s nothing like having someone else handle food prep, cooking, and clean up. Consider meal delivery for those early postpartum days.
- Fresh Artistry Meal Service http://www.freshartistry.com/
- Especially helpful for those with dietary restrictions, Premade Paleo can deliver Paleo meals for your whole family. http://premadepaleo.com/
Meal Delivery Services
There’s nothing like having someone else handle food prep, cooking, and clean up. Consider meal delivery for those early postpartum days.
- Fresh Artistry Meal Service http://www.freshartistry.com/
- Especially helpful for those with dietary restrictions, Premade Paleo can deliver Paleo meals for your whole family. http://premadepaleo.com/
Baby Boutiques
- Nurture on Mass Ave. has something for everyone, from birth to preschool age. http://www.nurtureonline.com/
- For cloth diapers, baby carriers, and gently used children’s clothing, visit Growing Spurts in Greenwood. http://www.growingspurts.com/
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