Other supports I can think of... The Teddy Love Club, Bonnie Babes, SIDS and Kids... Um... Ahh, there was heaps more that flashed through my mind as I read your post, and now I can't remember any!
Has the bubba been born? Maybe buy some little booties, mittens, or a hat s/he can wear, or for mum to take home. Ianto went through about three hats in varying sizes before we found one that (almost) fit, and I wish someone had bought him booties or socks that fit. I ended up taking his socks off because they were massive on him. Maybe get a little toy for bub to cuddle?
Also, to support your friend, don't offer help - just do it. I got sick of the amount of people saying "just tell me what I can do to help" - I was in such a state of shock (still am!) that I couldn't/can't think of anything they could do to help me out. I've just been going along with suggestions. If you need to ask if she needs help, offer specific things, not just general "help".
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