Safer Birth In Bama

06/02/2026

Maternal health is about more than pregnancy—it includes postpartum recovery, mental health, emotional well-being, access to care, and long-term support for families. 💙

At Safer Birth in Bama, we believe mothers deserve safe, respectful, and evidence-based care throughout the full continuum of care—from pregnancy through postpartum.

Supporting mothers means supporting healthier families and communities.

💬 What’s one thing you wish more people understood about maternal health?

05/29/2026

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Alisha Dreiling, Project LUNA Coordinator for Safer Birth in Bama, on earning her PhD in Marriage & Family Therapy! 🎉💙

This achievement reflects years of dedication, hard work, leadership, and a deep commitment to helping individuals and families heal and grow.

We are grateful for the compassion and support she brings to maternal mental health advocacy and to the families served through Project LUNA.

✨ Congratulations, Dr. Dreiling! We are proud to celebrate this exciting accomplishment and all the meaningful work ahead.

05/29/2026

Preparing for a new baby can feel overwhelming—but access to education and support can help families feel more informed and confident. 💙

We’re happy to share these Hands-On Prenatal Education Classes hosted by Hardin Medical Center for new and expecting parents just north of Alabama in Savannah, Tennessee.

📚 Learn | Practice | Feel Prepared

🗓️ 2026 Class Dates:
* June 18
* September 10
* November 19
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 HMC 4th Floor Classroom
935 Wayne Road
Savannah, TN

📞 731-926-8194
📧 [email protected]

At Safer Birth in Bama, we love highlighting community resources and educational opportunities that support families during pregnancy and postpartum.

💬 Have an upcoming community event you’d like us to share? Fill out our event submission form here: https://forms.gle/kzLYcGdQQmFqvqaeA

BABIES ARE US-We offer prenatal education classes to help new mothers and fathers feel informed, prepared, and confident as they step into one of the most exciting seasons of their lives.

Join us!
731-926-8194
[email protected]

05/29/2026

Families in the York community are invited to attend Confident Beginnings — a free seminar for new and expecting parents focused on prenatal care, nutrition, baby care, and community support. 💙

Attendees may also receive free baby supplies including diapers, wipes, crib sheet sets, and formula while supplies last.

📍 June 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📌 1453 East 4th Street, York, AL 36925

📞 Pre-register to reserve your seat:
Bennie Denton — 731-343-3925
LaShun Wallace — 205-609-7193

At Safer Birth in Bama, we’re grateful to share community events that support Alabama families and maternal health education.

💬 Hosting a maternal, family, or community health event? We encourage organizations and community members to submit events through our website so we can help spread the word.

Have an upcoming community event you’d like us to share? Fill out our event submission form here: https://forms.gle/kzLYcGdQQmFqvqaeA

🌐 www.saferbirthinbama.org

05/28/2026

There are many misconceptions about midwifery care—but midwives play an important role in supporting families across a variety of healthcare settings. 💙

Midwives may provide prenatal, birth, postpartum, gynecologic, and educational support while working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

At Safer Birth in Bama, we believe education and informed conversations help families better understand the many parts of maternity care.

💬 What’s something you wish more people knew about midwives or maternal healthcare?

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸

We are grateful for their sacrifice and extend our thoughts to the families and loved ones carrying their memory today.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 💙

05/23/2026

Doulas are increasingly being recognized in maternal health systems—not just for the support they provide, but for the outcomes they influence.

Research consistently links continuous doula support during labor with lower C-section rates, fewer medical interventions, and improved newborn health outcomes. Some studies report up to a 40% reduction in C-sections when doulas are present.

The impact is especially significant for families facing systemic barriers—low-income communities, women of color, and those navigating language or cultural differences.

A large-scale research model estimated that doula support could save the U.S. healthcare system $91 million through reduced interventions and complications during childbirth. This is one reason some states have begun expanding Medicaid coverage and pilot programs for doula services.

But access is still not equal.

Many families must pay out of pocket, often around $1,200 per birth. This means the support most strongly linked to better outcomes is still out of reach for many who need it most.

When care depends on income or insurance coverage, outcomes reflect that gap.

Read more:
https://centerforhealthjournalism.org/our-work/insights/these-states-are-starting-embrace-doulas-especially-vulnerable-moms

05/22/2026

As we reflect on Shoals Mom Prom 2026, we want to sincerely thank every sponsor, donor, volunteer, business, and community member who helped make this event possible. 💙

This year exceeded every expectation, and we are incredibly grateful for the support shown toward improving maternal and infant health across Alabama.

Please take a moment to read this message from our President & Co-Founder, Jessica Thompson, RN.

05/19/2026

Some experiences in maternal care have been normalized—but shouldn’t be. 💙

Every family deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.

At Safer Birth in Bama, we advocate for care that is safe, evidence-based, and centered on dignity and communication.

💬 What’s one thing you believe should never be “normal” in maternal care?

05/19/2026

We love seeing access to midwifery care continue to grow in Alabama. 💙

Please join us in welcoming Hannah Cunningham, CNM, as she begins serving families in her new role as a certified nurse midwife.

Expanding access to compassionate, evidence-based maternity and gynecologic care matters for families and communities across our state.

Congratulations to Hannah on this exciting next step in supporting women and families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. ✨

We’re so excited to welcome Hannah Cunningham to our team as our newest Midwife! 💜

Hannah may look familiar to some of our patients because she was a labor and delivery nurse at Madison Hospital before going back to school to become a certified nurse midwife!

Hannah will begin taking new patients soon and we cannot wait for our patients to get to experience midwifery care in office! From routine gynecologic care to pregnancy and postpartum support, we’re excited to continue expanding the personalized, compassionate care we offer our community.

Please join us in giving Hannah a warm welcome we’re so happy to have her joining our team.