Resources & Events
Woman-centered Resources & Events, from Pre-bump to Baby
Resources
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Dance Factory Fitness (pregnancy and baby wearing dance classes)
Embra Studio (prenatal)
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*An important note on Finding a Doula
All doula certifying organizations are not the same in terms of education and clinical experience required to become a certified doula.
Some doula certifying organizations provide “lifetime” doula certification (i.e. no recertification or CEU required) and some require ongoing continuing education (CEU) and recertification.
TRICARE will only approve and cover doula services with doulas certified by very specific, TRICARE-approved doula certifying organizations.
Carrot Fertility provides coverage for Postpartum Doulas and has specific guidelines for qualifying doulas.
In Oct. of 2024 ONLY the Ohio Board of Nursing can certify doulas in Ohio. Only Doulas with the OBN Ohio board certification can use the title “Certified Doula.".
Ohio Medicaid will cover doula services with Ohio board certified doulas.
Doula Certifying Organizations provide a listing of their certified doulas in a directory. If you do not see a particular doula listed, that means their certification has either lapsed or they did not complete certification.
Smaller/local certifying organizations may not provide a directory.
Doula Certifying Organizations:
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Gentle Birth Choices by Barbara Harper
Rediscovering the Needs of Women during Pregnancy and Childbirth by Michel Odent
The Mocha Manual to A Fabulous Pregnancy by Kimberley Seals-Allers
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy for Lesbians: How to Stay Sane and Care for Yourself from Pre-Conception Through Birth by Rachel Pepper
Black, Pregnant and Loving It by Yvette Allen Campbell
The Birth Partner by Penny Simpkin
Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering by Sarah Buckley MD
Diastasis Recti by Katy Bowman
Pushed by Jennifer Block
Birthing From Within by Pamela England
The Birth Book (and other books) by Dr. Bill & Martha Sears
Mama Glow: A Hip Guide to Your Fabulous Abundant Pregnancy Latham Thomas
Birth Without Fear: The Judgment-Free Guide to Taking Charge of Your Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum by January Harshe
Birth by Tina Cassidy
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The First 40 Days by Heng Ou
The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson
Ayurveda Mama by Dhyana Masla
The No-Cry Sleep Solution by Elizabeth Pantley
The Nursing Mother's Companion by Kathleen Huggins
The Fourth Trimester Companion by Kathleen Huggins
Heading Home With Your Newborn by Laura A. Jana
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Midwest Tongue-Tie Group, Greg Notestine, DDS -
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Postpartum Writing/Journaling Groups
Nurtur(ed) Postpartum Mom/Baby Group
The Nest infant play groups
Mindful Mama (Meg Metzger)
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Prenatal & Postpartum Massage at Nuture
“Ready for Labor” Massage at Nurture
Craniosacral Therapy (for pre-conception, pregnancy & postpartum) at Nurture
Reiki (for pre-conception, pregnancy & postpartum) at Nurture
Cincinnati Acupuncture (Donna Lynne Brott)
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The Christ Hospital:
Mercy Hospitals:
• Axia Women’s Health (Anderson)
• The Bowen Center (West)
Premier Health:
Atrium Hospital Birth Center (Middletown- waterbirth available)
Miami Valley Hospital (Dayton - waterbirth available)
Good Samaritan Hospital:
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Buckeye Birth Coalition: working to license Certified Professional Midwives in Ohio.
Indiana Midwives Association: the state professional organization dedicated to promoting high standards of midwifery care and safe childbirth alternatives.
Kentucky Birth Coalition: the state professional organization dedicated to licensing Certified Professional Midwives in Kentucky.
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