Parenting with ME/CFS Trying to conceive Pregnancy, Childbirth and Babies Breastfeeding Parenting in General Activities for Children ME/CFS Support Resources	Babies Secondhand resources Toys

Parenting with ME/CFS

Articles/Personal experiences:

Dr Charless Lapp's Article: Childbearing and CFIDS - Article on pregnancy from the CFIDS Association of America site.
Four experiences of pregnancy with CFS - From the M.E./Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Society of Victoria Inc
Surviving The Preschool Years - An article with tips from parents with CFS, on The Pediatric Network site
An M.E. Sufferers Experience Of Pregnancy, Childbirth & Parenthood - A personal account by Joanne Davies on the ME support website.
The Journey of Pregnancy and Birth for a PWC - From the Wellington ME/CFS support group.

Groups online:

FMS CFS and Pregnancy - A Yahoo group for talk about ttc/pregnancy with FMS/CFS
Pregnancy, Parenthood and ME/CFS Online Support Group - A new group in Australia based around a message board.

Other Groups:

Support for Sussex and Kent Parents with ME - info on how to join via the Sussex ME/CFS Society webpage

Other:

Emerge Survey - 1995 survey "Women with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Their Experiences of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Caring for Preschool Children"
CFS/ME and FM - The pregnancy, birth and childcare survey 2002 - View the results of this 2002 survey

 

Trying to Conceive

Fertility Friend - Free online charting of cycles

 

Pregnancy, Childbirth and Babies

Babycentre - A UK website about pregnancy and babies, with forums.
Babyworld - Another UK site about pregnancy and babies, the antenatal clubs are moderated by a midwife and you get antenatal class notes towards the end of your pregnancy.
EPregnancy - A leading US website.
National Childbirth Trust - providing information about pregnancy, birth and the first year of life. Also find out about NCT antenatal classes, support lines etc
BirthChoiceUK - Has information about UK hospitals to help you chose where to have your baby.
Informed Choice - leaflets for women about pregnancy and birth by the Midwifery Digest.
Empowered Childbirth - Information from pre-conception to early parenting.
Doula UK - A network of Doulas, with information on costs and how to find a doula locally.
Happy Babies - A site with simple, easy and fun games for bringing up a new baby.

 

Breastfeeding

La Leche League - A UK organisation supporting breastfeeding mothers, with local groups.
Jane's Breastfeeding & Childbirth Resources - A page with FAQ and articles on breastfeeding, as well as a forum.

 

Parenting in General

Family Onwards - Website with advice about family issues.
Gingerbread - The leading support organisation for lone parent families in England and Wales.
Mumsnet - product reviews, expert advice, discussion boards
Practicle Parenting Advice - A one-stop resource for parents and professionals wanting tips and support on child behaviour, development and family relationships.
Parents and Kids - A parenting website providing parenting advice and health information and advice for all the family.
Parent Soup - a huge website with advice and support on a wide range of topics.
UK Parents - Articles, reviews and forums on parenting, from pregnancy onwards.
Milk Free Kids - This brand new site is for people who are in contact with Milk intolerant or allergic kids in the United Kingdom.
Fathers Direct - A website for fathers written by fathers

 

Activities For Children

The Activity Idea Place - An American site with lots of ideas.
Early Years Experience - Has ideas for cookery, crafts, growing things and painting.
The Virtual Museum For Children - Has lots of links to online activities for kids.

 

ME/CFS

The ME Association - One of the UK's largest charities, providing information and support.
Action For ME - The UK's other charity, also deals with alternative medicine.
Co-Cure - A site with lots of research papers on ME.
Brainfog - A friendly, busy, support group, with a forum and chat room.
ME Support - Another support group with articles, forum and chat room.
UPSCUM - Home pages for the newsgroup uk.people.support.cfs-me
AYME - Association for Youth with ME
The 25% ME Group - Support for those severely affected by ME.
Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Resource
CFIDS Association of America - America's leading association.
Gary Frankum - Ex-racing bike star now ME sufferer's website, fighting for publicity and awareness.
Foggy Friends - Offers support to ME/CFS sufferers as well as parents, carers, friends and family.

Support Resources

Home Start - Provides free emotional and practical support and friendship to families with children under 5 years old.

Babies

Kiddicare - Discounted baby equipment like prams, stairgates etc, free delivery and fast service. They guarentee to undercut any other website.
Boots - Offers a wider selection online than instore. Sells clothing, toys, food and equipment. Delivery free if over £40.
Mothercare - Products for mums-to-be, clothing, equipment and toys. Charges £3.95 for delivery (free over £100)
Nursery Goods - Baby products.
BabiesRUs - Baby equipment, toys and clothes. £3.90 for delivery.
Argos - Baby equipment and toys. £3.95 delivery charge, free if over £125.
Argos Additions - Baby clothing and equipment. £2.95 delivery charge, free if over £100.
John Lewis - Clothing, toys and equipment. £3.95 delivery charge, free if over £200.
JoJoMamanBebe - Maternity, Baby equipment, clothing, toys and family house products.
Blooming Marvellous - Maternity, Baby and nursery.
Mamas andPapas - Baby equipment, toys and clothing.
Urchin - Toys, equipment and more. £4.50 for delivery.
Vertbaudet - Maternity, baby and childrens clothing, also home items for babies and children and toys. £2.45 delivery charge.
The Baby Catalogue - baby equipment, clothing and toys. £3.95 delivery charge.
Huggababy - Natural products for pregnancy, breastfeeding and baby. Includes slings. Delivery free.
Green Baby - More Natural products for babies. Delivery £3.99
Babycare Direct - Discounted baby products and toys. £4 delivery, over £200 is free.
Peppermint - Slings and carriers. £5 delivery.
Twinkle Twinkle - Cloth nappies. Delivery charges vary as price increases, over £50 is free.
The Nappy Lady - Another leading Cloth nappy site. Again charges vary and price increases, over £250 is free.
Discount Baby Brands - Sells leading brands, specialising in Mamas and Papas, at reduced prices. Delivery is £5, free when order over £50.
Register with Pampers for vouchers and guides to pregnancy and baby development.
HappyNappyDays WAHM (work at home mum) cloth nappies. Lovely and colourful.

 

Toys

The Toy Barn - Supplies nursery toys and equipment for babies and children aged 0-5 years old.
Next Door - Sells wooden and other toys, outdoor play sets and some clothing.
Holtz Toys - A selection of wooden toys up to age 8.
The Ragged Rascal - We offer a wide choice of award winning toys, gifts, dressing up clothes and books.
Letterbox- From babies upwards, toys, dressing up, room accessories and personalised items.
Early Learning Centre - Sells toys. P&P £3.95 or free if order over £75.
Formative Fun - A range of toys and books.
The Great Little Trading Co - Childrens clothes, toys and craft ideas.
Woolworths - Indoor and outdoor toys, as well as dvd's, video's and cd's.

 

Second Hand Resources

Ebay - A well known online auction site with simply loads of second hand goodies on offer. You may also find brand new and handmade items.
UK Parents - Has several buy and sell forums
Buy Baby Clothes - Sells new and second hand clothes up to 3 yrs.
Preloved - Second hand items of all kinds.
Baby Things - Second hand baby items.

 

Other

Crafty Janes - Lovely handmade cards, writing paper and placemats.
Butterfly Blends - Offers a range of natural skincare for baby and the whole family.

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