Postpartum/Perinatal Resources
in the Upper Valley (VT & NH)
Whether you’re navigating newborn care, physical recovery, emotional shifts, or finding your village—this list of local and online resources is here to support you. Some of these are relevant during pregnancy as well!
In-Person Supports, Services + Centers
Postpartum Doula Care
I offer limited postpartum doula support - reach out here.
Check out Upper Valley Doulas to see others in the area providing postpartum doula support.
Home Visitor Support + Parent-Child Centers
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Good Beginnings of the Upper Valley — Free in-home volunteer visits for families with a baby under 6 months old. Weekly visits for 3 months. Also offers phone support and emergency resource referrals.
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Location: West Lebanon, NH
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The Family Place — one of 15 legislatively-designated Parent Child Centers in VT. They offer Welcome Baby Bags if you live in the towns in their catchment area! Check out here.
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Location: Norwich, VT
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Infant Feeding Support (IBCLC & Lactation)
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Kimberleigh Weiss-Lewitt, IBCLC, PMH (Perinatal Mental Health Therapist)
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Experienced and compassionate support! Offers virtual and in-person support; based in southern VT but travels to Upper Valley weekly.
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Alisa Fritzhand, M.A. CCC-SLP, CLC — Milk & More
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Alisa is an infant feeding and swallowing specialist with over 20 years of experience in infant feeding and communication.
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Note: An IBCLC stands for "International Board Certified Lactation Consultant." IBCLCs hold the highest level of lactation credentials and are equipped to handle more complex breastfeeding challenges.
Lactation + postpartum support for Queer, Trans, & Nonbinary Parents
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Sweet Nectar by Kylia P. Kennedy – Inclusive book of postpartum stories
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All Things Lactation (On-demand webinar), Woven Bodies
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Protocols For Inducing Lactation, adapted by Moss the Doula
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Breastfeeding FAQ For Trans And Non-Binary Parents [article uses only “breastfeeding”]
Baby + Caregiver-Friendly Gatherings + Activities
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Women's Health Resource Center (WHRC) services include:
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Donor milk
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Diaper Bank
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Fourth Trimester Groups (Thursdays, 11-12pm @ WHRC in West Leb)
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For other groups offered, check out here.
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Dad Guild (Upper Valley) — A fun, inclusive, supportive community of dads, by dads, for dads. Playgroups, peer support, and more!
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Upper Valley Music Center – Music Together— Baby-and-caregiver music classes for ages 0–5. Such fun!
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Montshire Museum of Science — sometimes has meet ups, but a great kid-friendly space to be in and watch your kiddo experience curiosity and awe.
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VINS (Vermont Institute of Natural Science) — A great place to check out wildlife (especially birds), take a walk in the forest canopy, and they recently opened up the Beaver Lodge for Young Explorers (Ages 3 and under!)
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Local Libraries—Many offer baby-friendly storytimes and music!
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Lebanon Public Libraries: “Baby Buzz,” park storytime, and more.
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🧘 Perinatal Body Support & Recovery
These local professionals are excellent to work with before, during, and after pregnancy—and can sort out a partner too!
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Erin McCabe Wellness (Lebanon, NH)
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Certified athletic trainer & yoga therapist offering perinatal/postpartum bodywork, core & scar rehab, and support for c-section recovery. 1:1 sessions, group classes, and virtual options available.
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Caroline Craig, MS PT, PLLC (Norwich, VT)
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Whole body physical therapy. Provides postpartum treatment, treatment for infants, and much more via various treatment modalities.
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Amy Healy, True North Pelvic PT (White River Junction, VT)
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Incredibly talented certified pelvic floor therapist with expertise in myofascial release and lymphedema.
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Wild Roots Massage (White River Junction, VT)
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Great perinatal massage offerings (and good for partner too!)
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Lisa Putnam, LMT (Lebanon, NH)
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Perinatal massage services.
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Ryan Alyssa Rosenquest , LMT, Rooted Intuition (Sharon, VT)
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Perinatal massage services.
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Corinne Singer, L.Ac., The Acupuncture Studio (Hartland, between Quechee & Woodstock, VT)
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Specializes in women's health throughout their lifecourse.
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Emma Lee, L.Ac., Meadow's Edge (Northfield + Randolph, VT)
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Acupuncture, Plant Medicine, Bodywork, Postpartum Doula
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Dr. Heidi Hellmuth, L.Ac, Spring Wellness (Norwich, VT)
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Acupuncture and herbal medicine, including for perinatal period (induction, breech, etc)
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Dr. Lu, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (Lebanon, NH)
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He might not have much info online, but he comes highly recommended by locals!
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Are you a local professional serving folks in the perinatal period and we haven't connected yet? Reach out here!
Online Support Communities + Services
Local (free)
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Vermont Birth Network – A searchable directory of trusted providers.
National / Global
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Postpartum Support International (PSI) – Various resources and online support groups for:
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Postpartum depression & anxiety
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NICU/ICN parents
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Grief & loss
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Birth trauma
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Dads
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Queer & Trans Parent Groups
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