Local Resources

Acupuncture:

 

Massage Therapy:

 

Other Natural Healthcare:

 

Parenting Resources & Groups:

  • Kidz Activitiez (Provides busy families with information on different instructors and organizations offering activities for children in the Des Moines metro area!) www.Kidz-Activitiez.com
  • International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (A non-profit organization of chiropractic family practitioners dedicated to advancing public awareness and attainment of the chiropractic family wellness lifestyle.  A must-see site for family wellness information and research!) www.ICPA4Kids.com
  • Attachment Parenting (Peaceful parenting for a peaceful world!) www.AttachmentParenting.org
  • Holistic Moms: (Non-profit support and resource network for moms interested in natural and alternative health and mindful parenting) www.HolisticMoms.org
  • 909 Shot (Information for parents to learn more about vaccinations): www.909Shot.com
  • Central Iowa Nannies: www.CentralIowaNannies.com
  • Nanny 2 Shoes: www.Nanny2Shoes.com

 

Birth-Related Organizations & Education:

  •  International Cesarean Awareness Network: (Provides support and education after Cesarean births) www.IcanIowa.com
  • Before & After The Birth (Natural childbirth education and postpartum services – specializing in the Bradley Method) www.beforeandafterthebirth.org/
  • The Family Tree (Prenatal Yoga classes, Blessingway Ceremonies, and more!): Ph 515-202-2585
  • Butterfly Effect (Offers classes in Mindful pregnancy, birth): www.BtrflyEffect.com

 

Midwives/Doulas:

 

Women’s Healthcare:

  • West Des Moines OBGYN:  www.WDMObgyn.com
  • Whole Woman Health, Lisa Kamphuis, ARNP: Ph 515-243-6309

 

Chiropractors:

  •  Dr. Nicole Murphy (Our fabulous Associate Doctor from 2006-2008.  She now has a busy, wellness clinic in Overland Park, KS!) www.WholeLifeDC.com

 

Photographers:

 

Cleaning Services:

  •  Peaceful Home Cleaning (Local home cleaning that offers service with attention to detail!  The scheduling is flexible and cleaning plans are designed to fit any budget.  All products are natural and safe for you, your children, and your pets!) www.Peaceful-Home-Cleaning.com

 

Products & Services:

 

Home Improvement:

  • Central Iowa Decorative Concrete & Restoration www.cidcar.com  (Perfect for driveways, patios, pool decks, walkways, even inside the home!)
  • Kazzoinks (Letter Chairs with Booster Blocks!) www.Kazzoinks.com

 


 
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