Birth and Beyond Resources

Birth Network of Monterey County (BNoMC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the birth experience by providing education, resources, and advocacy to parents and families in Monterey County, California. Their mission is to empower birthing individuals to honor and celebrate the birthing process, fostering a community where parents can make informed choices for their birth and early parenting experiences. BNoMC offers a comprehensive directory of local practitioners who endorse Mother-Friendly Childbirth, ensuring accessible and supportive care options. They also host free Parenting 101 classes and “Meet the Doula” events to connect expecting families with essential support.

Birthing Project USA (BPUSA), founded in 1988 in Sacramento, California, is a grassroots, community-based maternal and child health organization dedicated to improving birth outcomes among women of color. Operating in over 70 communities across the United States and internationally, BPUSA provides practical support to pregnant women through their “SisterFriend” program, where volunteers offer one-on-one assistance during pregnancy and the first year postpartum. Their mission emphasizes community engagement, leadership development, and addressing systemic health disparities to promote maternal and infant well-being.

Birthing from Within, founded in 1998 by midwife Pam England, is an organization that trains birth workers, doulas, and childbirth educators to cultivate resilience and resourcefulness for birth. Their approach addresses the deeper needs of birthing families by guiding them to unlock their inner knowing and access coping strategies for whatever birth brings.

Birthing Beautiful Communities (BBC), established in 2014, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving birth outcomes and reducing infant mortality rates, particularly among Black families in Northeast Ohio. They achieve this by providing comprehensive perinatal support, including labor assistance, life goal planning, childbirth and parenting education, and support groups. Central to their mission is the training and employment of Perinatal Support Doulas from within the communities they serve, ensuring culturally relevant care and fostering social cohesion. BBC also addresses systemic issues affecting maternal health, such as systemic racism and healthcare access, through advocacy and community engagement.

Birth in Color RVA, established in 2018, is a Virginia-based organization dedicated to promoting maternal healthcare and reproductive justice. They offer a range of services, including culturally competent doula support, childbirth education classes, lactation assistance, and maternal mental health resources. Their mission is to build a vibrant community that celebrates diverse paths to parenthood and advocates for reproductive freedom.

Birth Coach Method is an organization dedicated to integrating transformational coaching strategies into birth support. They offer training programs for birth professionals, including doulas and nurses, aiming to empower expectant and new parents by promoting autonomy, confidence, and positive mindsets throughout the childbearing process. Their offerings include a 3-month immersive Transformational Perinatal Coaching Program, which provides mentorship and tools to facilitate impactful prenatal and postpartum conversations, and a comprehensive Online Doula Training Program that combines over 50 hours of theoretical knowledge with practical strategies, delivered through online classes and community support. Additionally, Birth Coach Method provides resources such as “The Art of Coaching for Childbirth,” a guide designed to help birth professionals integrate coaching techniques into their practice. Their mission is to transform birth support by equipping professionals with the skills to lead clients toward positive and satisfying childbearing experiences.

Birth BNB is an organization based in Detroit, Michigan, dedicated to empowering birthing individuals and birth workers. Their mission includes providing affordable space and fostering collaboration within the community.

Birth & Baby University, founded by Anna Rodney, is an online platform offering evidence-based, self-paced classes and trainings for expecting families and perinatal professionals. Their courses cover topics such as childbirth preparation, baby care, breastfeeding, and doula certifications, aiming to provide accessible and comprehensive education to support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences.

Birth Connections is a community-focused organization dedicated to supporting parents and birth professionals through various services and resources. They offer birth and postpartum doula support, childbirth education, and placenta encapsulation. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Birth Connections serves clients in multiple states, including Arizona, the District of Columbia, and Georgia. Their team comprises experienced doulas such as Ravae Sinclair, Erin Clark, and Dana Means, who provide personalized care to empower families during childbirth.

Bhava Birth is a birth and rebirth mentoring company based in Orem, Utah, dedicated to supporting and empowering women throughout their pregnancy and childbirth journeys. Founded by Stephanie Sorensen, a writer, somatic yoga practitioner, and doula trainer, the organization offers a range of services, including advanced mind-body training, online birth courses, private sessions, and postpartum doula support. Their approach combines mindfulness, yoga, and somatic movement to prepare individuals mentally, emotionally, and spiritually for birth and life beyond. Bhava Birth also provides guided meditations and pranayama practices to foster deep relaxation and personal empowerment.