Military Birth Resource Network and Postpartum Coalition

06/03/2026

LGBTQ+ military families navigate unique barriers in perinatal care, and birth workers are on the front lines of change. This Pride, here’s how to show up with intention. 🏳️‍🌈

04/17/2026

Update: we’ve added a new date to the series! Birthing off base overseas? You have options, and we want you to know them. 🌍

Join us for our Birth Off Base Virtual Panel Series as we explore birth culture, birth locations, and what to expect when delivering outside a military treatment facility.
🇩🇪 Germany — Friday, April 17 | 8 PM CET
🇯🇵 Okinawa, Japan — Friday, April 24 | 6 PM JST
🇰🇷 Korea — Monday, April 27 | 7 PM KST

Registration Links:

Germany:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SRalCij0TUqOv769oJOA6g
Okinawa: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WEFJXpIQQb62FqAXvPM6rw
Korea:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kEo7Fj37TyeJWW5b792PzA

04/15/2026

Today, we’re sharing our official statement on the five-year extension of the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration (CBSD), which will run through December 31, 2031.
We welcome this extension, but we’re calling for more. Military families deserve doula and lactation support no matter where they give birth, including at Military Treatment Facilities. Providers deserve fair compensation. And the program’s certification requirements must reflect the diversity of the communities it serves.
The DoD is accepting public comments through May 11, 2026. Your voice matters. Link to our full comment toolkit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dRvsoylqfOSxmHMvJR-7QRTsKdyJjJCY/view?usp=sharing

04/13/2026

Birthing off base overseas? You have options, and we want you to know them. 🌍

Join us for our Birth Off Base Virtual Panel Series as we explore birth culture, birth locations, and what to expect when delivering outside a military treatment facility.

🇩🇪 Germany — Friday, April 17 | 8 PM CET
Register on Zoom:
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SRalCij0TUqOv769oJOA6g

🇯🇵 Okinawa, Japan — Friday, April 24 | 6 PM JST
Register on Zoom:
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WEFJXpIQQb62FqAXvPM6rw

04/11/2026

⏰ The clock is ticking - military families have until May 11 to weigh in on a program that covers doulas and lactation support for TRICARE beneficiaries.
The Childbirth & Breastfeeding Support Demonstration has been extended through 2031, and the DoD is accepting public comments right now. That means this is a rare opportunity to push for real improvements, including coverage at Military Treatment Facilities, fair pay for providers, and a more diverse provider workforce.
We made it easy. Swipe for the full breakdown, then head to the link below for our comment toolkit with sample language you can use or personalize.
Your story matters. Submit your comment today.

Link to our toolkit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dRvsoylqfOSxmHMvJR-7QRTsKdyJjJCY/view?usp=share_link

04/10/2026

🌟 Extension of the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration 🌟

The CBSD extension will run from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2031.

We are very excited to see this demonstration extended and will continue our efforts to ensure the voices of Tricare beneficiaries and providers are heard. Stay tuned for ways to support our advocacy work!!

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03/24/2026

Please welcome Jennifer with Best Delivery Ever Doula.

Doula Jennifer is DONA International trained, providing birth support for families throughout San Diego and East County. Having given birth at four different San Diego hospitals and completed two surrogate journeys herself, she brings both lived experience and calm presence into the birth space. Services include prenatal preparation, continuous labor support, and postpartum follow-up. She is also currently completing training as a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and has extensive breastfeeding and pumping experience.

Learn more at:

https://www.mbrnpc.org/san-diego-balboa-professionals

03/04/2026

MILITARY MOMS | The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is squeezing some expectant mothers in the Kaiserslautern Military Community and beyond out of the labor and delivery ward at the largest Defense Department hospital overseas.

Social media forums abounded with requests for advice stemming from a screenshot of a memo saying that Landstuhl Regional Medical Center’s services for labor and delivery were suspended until further notice.

Learn more:
https://www.stripes.com/theaters/europe/2026-03-04/labor-delivery-closed-landstuhl-war-20947669.html

03/04/2026

From the Inbox: "Pregnant women are being told they must go to German hospitals."

12/23/2025

Thirteen of our military hospitals and clinics have been recognized with The Leapfrog Group’s prestigious annual awards for patient safety and quality.

This achievement highlights our continued commitment to our service members, retirees, and their families.

Congratulations to all our medical teams leading the way in patient care and safety!

https://dha.mil/News/2025/12/18/14/57/13-military-hospitals-clinic-receive-Leapfrogs-top-annual-awards

U.S. Air Force Medical Service - AFMS | Navy Medicine | Bassett Army Community Hospital | Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital BJACH | Brian D. Allgood Army Community Hospital | General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital (GLWACH) | Keller Army Community Hospital | Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point | W**d Army Community Hospital | AFMS - Osan - 51st Medical Group | AFMS - Yokota - 374th Medical Group | U.S. Naval Hospital Naples | U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella | Naval Hospital Beaufort | Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms