Our Family Focus Media team is pleased to present the best services and businesses for growing families and beloved pets, as recommended by parents in the Main Line Parent Community. From expert doulas and lactation consultants to top-notch veterinarians and all-natural pet foods, these award-winning providers offer invaluable support for every stage of your family’s journey. Whether you’re preparing for a new arrival, navigating the challenges of early parenthood, or seeking the best care for your furry family members, our guide highlights the most trusted resources the Main Line has to offer.

Read the endorsements from local parents in our Main Line Parent Community about who they love and then pop over to our Main Line Parent Best for Families Guide to find more trusted resources! Best for Families Celebration, Favorites Fling, & LOVE Luncheon photos by AMC Photography.

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“Kelsey treats our baby like her own. She is so kind and caring and helps us understand more about our baby’s body and how to best interact with him. Kelsey taught us more in a one hour session than any of our other providers combined. It was the best investment we could have made for our baby and our family. We can’t thank her enough.”

– Main Line Parent Community Parent

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“Allison from Breast Assured Lactation is a wonderful lactation consultant and helped me through my journey. She holds an amazing, free support group that helped me get through my postpartum!”

– Elisabeth R.

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“This locally-owned children’s consignment store is a gem to our town. The fact that it is owned and operated by a small family who live in the community makes it even sweeter. They haven’t even been opened a year, but have help hundreds of families receive affordable, top quality children’s clothing, books, toys & more. This family works tirelessly to provide the best quality items. I have been in their store numerous times. They are friendly, polite and always a pleasure to speak to. We are very lucky to have them in our town.”

– Main Line Parent Community Member

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“Dr. Brandie is amazing with her clients. She explains everything she is doing. Full of knowledge and helped with pain during pregnancy. Helps adjusts babies too. My son was very fussy, and once he started to see Dr. Brandie weekly, I noticed a positive change in him.”

– Elizabeth F.

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“We worked with Katie 2x now. She is a miracle worker. She listens and provides feedback in a positive and sensitive matter. She takes our goals seriously and develops a realistic plan to conquer our sleep struggles. Katie is very approachable and offers support during and after the entire process. She is an expert at what she does and we couldn’t recommend her enough. It had been the best decision (now 2x) for our entire family. So thankful for Katie and her programs!”

– Alison M.

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“My experience with KOPD has been nothing short of amazing! My husband and I welcomed our twins this past month, and our doula, Shannon, was the greatest gift we could’ve received during this postpartum period. She has been the greatest blessing for us- helping us get the extra rest we need as toddler and newborn parents! Shannon has not only taken excellent, loving care of our babies overnight for us, but takes the time to support us as parents and address our needs as well. The care and support she provides for our family is amazing. I couldn’t recommend KOPD enough!!”

– Brynne

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“I have worked with Main Line Childcare and specifically Rebecca Cronin for the last 6 years. She has helped us with our au pairs for that time . She has always gone the extra mile to help us support our au pair and our families needs. We had used other agencies but she truly is the best . She is knowledgeable , responsive caring and the TRULY the BEST. We said goodbye to our last au pair this December as our kids no longer need care. We feel nominating her for this award is the best way we can thank her for all she has done for us.”

– Paula R.

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“The Maternal Wellness Center cares deeply for women. With Kellie Wicklund at the helm, they offer therapy, circles of support, workshops, and so much more. They are an advocate for all women, particularly through the motherhood journey.”

– Main Line Parent Community Mom

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“Joe and Safer Babies were very easy to work with. He installed 3 gates and a fireplace hearth gate. The end products were high quality and will hold up well in protecting our 4 and 2 year old boys. Joe worked efficiently and was flexible in scheduling. Exceeded expectations and highly recommend.”

– Erik W.

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“Facing a NICU experience is the saddest and hardest thing I’ve ever dealt with. I was first introduced to Today Is A Good Day (TIAGD) when I received one of their care packages while my baby was in the NICU. The package felt like a warm hug from strangers who seemed to truly understand exactly what I needed in that moment; a time when celebratory flowers or balloons didn’t feel right. From that point on, I felt drawn to the organization, as many of the volunteers do. Since then, I have not only benefitted from their offerings but have volunteered, too. There’s never any pressure to show up; I’ve always felt free to take what I need and give what I can, and in return, I’ve experienced a constant sense of understanding, compassion, and empathy. […] Most importantly, TIAGD provides hope at the most critical time. I see them as an extension of care that goes well beyond the hospital setting—offering comfort, support, and a sense of community when it’s needed most.”

– Main Line Parent Community Mom

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“It’s always a wonderful experience with Veronika. I first came to her for maternity and newborn photos…and 4 years later, she’s still our trusted family photographer. I have looked nowhere else since then! She went from a baby whisperer to toddler whisperer, capturing the most natural stages of our lives…the crying, the clinginess, the laughing and silliness. Besides being an amazing photographer with her composition and bringing light to her photos, she’s a true giver and always have the families interest as her priority. She has an enormous wardrobe to dress her families and would take time to help you style it to what fits your family needs and personal taste. You know you’re in good hands when you’re with Veronika!”

– Main Line Parent Community Member

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“We turned to Julia’s service for our second child, and she was a lifesaver. Juggling two young kids was tough, but her knowledge and support made all the difference in helping us navigate the newborn stage. We’re so thankful for her guidance during that time.”

– Main Line Parent Community Mom

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“Not only did they work with me to figure out tricky financial things, but our doula Amanda was an angel sent from above. I was so hesitant to hand my baby off to someone else all night but our doula made me so comfortable she was like family!”

– Kate K.

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“I worked with a doula from this organization after my twins were born, for overnight care. I was amazed by the kindness, skill, and professionalism of Connected Doulas and they made all the difference in my postpartum experience.”

– Ali P.

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“Courtney is compassionate and kind. She offers birth doula services, birth story circles, and big sibling classes. She cares about families during all stages: pregnancy, birth, and beyond.”

– Main Line Parent Community Mom

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“Elanna has such a great way with newborns. She is patient, thoughtful, and such a pleasure to work with. Elanna went above and beyond to accommodate us- when we forgot a bow for our toddler’s (the big sister’s) hair, she offered to let us borrow a headband from her collection (saving the day), She delivered beautifully composed images that captured this special moment in our families life perfectly. “

– Lauren G.

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“Nicole and her crew at Main Line Family Education are great! I brought my camp team to a CPR training at MLFE to learn and become certified and it was really well done. They presented the information in a very concise and easily understandable way. We left feeling confident with our skills, so what more can we ask? Highly recommend them for CPR (baby, child or adult!) and I wish that they were around when I was a new parent– such great class offerings to make that very challenging time of life a bit easier!”

– Claire G.

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“Meredith loves what she does and it shows in her work and all her interactions with her clients. The photos she has taken of my newborns are absolutely incredible. She captures the smallest details that are so easy to miss in those busy newborn days. I had told her I hoped for a particular picture of my newborn with his siblings, and she was so patient and went out of her way to create the most beautiful photo- exactly what I wanted! As a former NICU nurse, she even answered so many questions I had as a worried new mom. You can tell she loves the babies she photographs and makes each experience special…from the personalized welcome to the ordering appointment to the beautifully packaged photos…everything was above and beyond!”

– Jen M.

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“Nova & Nadia’s closet is a newly established non-profit created to help NICU families. Its founder is a recent NICU mom who is finally feeling relief as her daughters begin to reach some of their first “typical” milestones. Now that she is feeling less overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty she has decided to help others that are living her recent circumstance. The non-profit is named for her two daughters and I can only imagine the inspiration and motivation Nova and Nadia will inspire over the years! Currently the group helps by donating blankets and onesies to NICUs but their reach and impact are growing more and more each day by adding music and other therapies to their resources. I know that the non-profit they inspired will grow as much as Nova and Nadia grow as young women each year.”

– Kim W.

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“Gladwyne Animal Hospital has been consistently wonderful to all our pets. Recently we have been coming across stray cats at an urban farm I am associated with and Gladwyne has been so kind in supporting us as we catch and neuter multiple cats as well as helping with kittens that have been found. I have 3 older dogs and the care they give them has been exemplary and we have been with the. Since 2011. Cannot say enough nice things about them. That goes for everyone in the building.”

– Shivanee R.

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“Spencer’s Plate is a local start up run by Garrett Kun from Wynnewood. He makes custom All-Natural Dog Meals from all fresh, human-grade Ingredients, made locally! All meals are 100% preservative-free and custom curated for your dog. Our Mabel adores them and after we switched to Spencer’s, countless people remarked on how soft and shiny her coat is and notably, her joints stopped being problematic after our neighborhood runs. And Garrett personally delivers her food to our home, and honored our request for reusable containers so as to have an even lower environmental impact beyond what he already does with reusable delivery boxes and more!”

– Carrie S.

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As we celebrate these outstanding Main Line Parent LOVE Award Winners and Family Favorite Honorees, it’s clear that the Main Line community is rich with resources for both new parents and pet owners. These exceptional businesses and professionals demonstrate a deep commitment to supporting families through some of life’s most important transitions and everyday care needs. Whether you’re seeking guidance for a smooth birth experience, looking for expert help with breastfeeding or sleep training, or searching for the perfect home-away-from-home for your pet, these award-winning providers offer the expertise, compassion, and quality care your family deserves. We encourage you to explore these valuable resources and connect with the dedicated professionals who are here to support you and your loved ones – both two-legged and four-legged – every step of the way. Be sure to explore the Philadelphia Family Best for Families Guide and Bucks County Parent Best for Families Guide to find even more resources that can support your family’s journey.

Know a fantastic local resource that should be on this list? Share your experience with a Main Line Parent Member on their Profile Page (we count new endorsements as nominations year-round)! If you would like YOUR organization to be more connected with local parents, caregivers, and family-focused business leaders in our community, we invite you to join our Main Line Parent Membership Program.