The 91΄σΙρ's Comprehensive Care Center for Multiples has compiled these resources to support parents and families of twins, triplets or more.
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Services at the 91΄σΙρ
Birth Support
- : professional, evidenced-based and personalized care from Birth Doulas.
- : a community program aimed at matching Birth Doulas with lower income and at-risk patients (by referral only).
Local/Regional Resources and Support Groups
- : offers virtual and in-person (Boston area) support groups for early parenthood, with group themes including parenting multiples, NICU graduates, and other shared experiences. Subscribe to the newsletter where frequent discount codes are offered.
- at the Jewish Family and Children's Service: promotes the earliest parent-child relationships by supporting parents as they manage the challenges of caring for their babies.
- : offers free, confidential support to pregnant and parenting families living in Boston with children under the age of 5.
- : hosts free online weekly support group for parents of multiples.
- : a state-wide nonprofit support network for families and families-to-be of multiple birth children.
- : promoting maternal mental health during and after pregnancy.
- : a private Facebook group for moms to chat, support and help one another.
- : hosts virtual and in-person classes, workshops and groups covering pregnancy through preschool.
- : a rich array of resources from the Massachusetts Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition and Department of Public Health.
- : a private Facebook group serving families in New England.
National/International Resources and Support Groups
- : frequently asked questions about multiple pregnancy.
- : supporting families through education, research and membership in local clubs.
- : part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, offering information on multiple pregnancy and lactation.
- : increasing awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.
- : a collection of resources on pregnancy, preemie care, early intervention and more.
Lactation Resources
- 91΄σΙρ Center for Breastfeeding, Outpatient Lactation Program: provides individualized, one-on-one virtual and in-person consultations with a registered nurse/IBCLC lactation consultant. Call 617-308-1536.
- : offers free resources for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Baby CafΓ©s are located in about a dozen Eastern Massachusetts locations, including Jamaica Plain, Boston Medical Center and Codman Square in Dorchester.
- : a practice that includes a Certified Lactation Counselor on staff to provide lactation support.
- : provides education, emotional support, community services and advocacy around pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and parenting. Call 617-244-5102.
- : a listing of support groups that meet locally.
- : a resource staffed by lactation peer counselors, Certified Lactation Counselors and IBCLC lactation consultants seven days a week. Call 857-301-8259 or email breastfeedingboston@gmail.com.
- : offers guidance, including videos, on how to begin breastfeeding within the critical first hour after delivery.
- : a lactation and counseling practice that promotes the health and happiness of children and families.
- : a website providing evidence-based information on breastfeeding and parenting.
- : an organization whose mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.
- : dedicated to improving infant and maternal health and well-being through education, outreach and advocacy to promote and support breastfeeding.
- : a nonprofit milk bank providing pasteurized donor human milk to fragile babies throughout the Northeast.
- : a listing of breastfeeding resources, including videos.
- : a network of residents and organizations committed to maximizing child, family and community well-being.
- : a website with listings for breastfeeding resources searchable by zip code.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Resources
- : serving families with preemies during the NICU stay and the transition to home.
- : serving families with premature babies during the NICU stay and the transition to home.
- : offering education on preemie developing and parenting in the ICU.
Overnight Care and Other Postpartum Resources
- : provides postpartum care and support in the home to families to help ease and enhance the postpartum experience.
- : a newborn care and nanny placement agency serving Greater Boston.
- : offers classes and overnight care, in-home consultations, care during the day and more.
- : provides newborn care in Greater Boston.
- : offers overnight newborn care, 24-hour care, high-needs medical care and support to help parents get a full night's sleep.
- : provides postpartum doula, newborn care, sibling support and baby concierge services in Boston and the North Shore.
- : provides overnight care, doulas, homestays, travel, nanny training, parent/infant classes and more.
