Urban Mom Resources :

Urban Belly will set you up on the apparel side, however we can’t decorate your nursery or take beautiful black and whites of your new baby. That doesn’t mean we can’t provide with resources. If you like our style, you will feel right at home with our referrals.

Nursery Design, Furniture & Accessories

BRAYDENryan: Add a little spunk to your nursery. Designer, Shannon Hall, has the decorating taste and style of an urban dweller. She’ll get you lots of compliments on your nursery! Check our her latest designs at www.braydenryan.com

Simply for Giggles: Yeah, we know that Pottery Barn Kids has cute stuff, but if you are ready for unique and truly urban items, check out this little nursery boutique. We don’t love it just because she did my little Melanie’s nursery, but it’s a pretty good reason. And I can tell you – it rocks!

Photography

Danielle Fox: Ya know those fabulous black and white photos of pregnant bellies that are done with taste and sophistication? That would be the fabulous work of Danielle Fox Photography. She also takes baby shots and will put together worth-every-penny photo books to track you and your baby’s path. Her work decorates our boutique! Check out some samples and find out how to contact her at www.daniellefoxphotography.com.

StellaLily Studio 1: Now if you are searching for those artistic newborn shots or family portriats - StellaLily is place to go. Based in Chicago, Photographer Juana Ryan captures those precious first moments and beyond. View her website to see samples of her work and contact her: www.stellalily.com

If you live anywhere near Whidbey Island, Washington, you have to check out Moments in Time by Lori to get amazing shots of your little ones.  Check out her portfolio and you will totally understand why I sent you there: www.momentsintimebylori.com

Natural Living & Health

Heartland Chiropractic: It’s such a bummer to have back pain and hip pain in addition to all the other pains that come in these nine months! Dr. Valerie Skow can help you out with that. She can also help babies with colic. She is very gentle and can relate to your situation as she just had a baby of her own. You can contact Heartland Chiropractic at 515.252.8668 or find them at 5521 N.W. 86th St. in Johnston, IA.

Moms in the Know

When you need a good laugh, or feel alone in your pregnancy and new-mom challenges, check out some of these sites and you'll feel connected.

www.luckymom.com

www.lovetoknow.com

www.desmoinesfamilies.com