Resources for Women & Families

I am a first time mom and would like

doula support.

 

Welcome to the Jackson Safer Childbirth Experience web site! As you might have heard, the goals of this program are to help lower cesarean— or C-section— rates [What is a cesarean birth?] and to make sure more people giving birth have a trained support person, called a doula (What is a doula?). We are also going to educate the Jackson community about Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), which is another term for heart disease.

There are several reasons why so many cesarean births are performed in our city, state and throughout the country. One state that has been successful at safely lowering the number of cesarean births that doctors perform is California. To help the public understand why they were working on this, several large organizations worked together to create educational materials for patients and the public.

The My Birth Matters materials were created with input from doctors, midwives, nurses, public health experts and, most importantly, pregnant people. [Note: ACOG, the largest professional organization for OB-GYNs in the U.S., includes these materials on its site as a patient resource.]

Nicole, a new mom, discusses some of the concerns she has about C-sections. She decides to educate herself to learn how she can avoid a C-section unless it's absolutely necessary. Learn more at mybirthmatters.org #MyBirthMatters

 

Mary, who is pregnant, has a discussion with her doctor regarding her concerns about C-sections. She learns that C-sections are sometimes performed more often than they are needed. She also learns steps she can take to avoid having a C-section unless it's absolutely necessary. Learn more at mybirthmatters.org #MyBirthMatters

 

Lucy, a labor and delivery nurse, explains that your chances of having a C-section may be different depending upon the hospital you choose. She encourages expectant mothers to take steps early and talk with your doctor and care team about your birth preferences. Learn more at mybirthmatters.org #MyBirthMatters

 

Lucy, a labor and delivery nurse, discusses the importance of having a strong birth team. Your birth team is likely to include your doctor and your family, and may also include a labor and delivery nurse, midwife, doula, and a child birth educator. Learn more at mybirthmatters.org #MyBirthMatters

 

Postpartum Support Services

 
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Mom.Me.

Mom.Me. is a unique peer led support groups offer a safe place for mothers to support and uplift one another ultimately forming organic bonds in motherhood and an everlasting village.

They were founded on the principals of enriching and rejuvenating the mind, body and spirit of mothers.  Monthly Mom.ME. only gatherings are hosted, where discussions take place on current relevant topics pertaining to motherhood, family, careers, relationships, life, physical and mental well-being, etc. 

Learn more about Mom.Me. at momme.rocks.

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Golden Aura Counseling and Wellness, LLC

Golden Aura provides therapy for women in individual, family and/or group settings for a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and perinatal (pregnancy & postpartum) mood and anxiety disorders. Learn more about Golden Aura Counseling and Wellness at niketapechanlcsw.com.

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Postpartum Support International (PSI)

Postpartum Support International has many resources to help families, providers, and communities learn about the emotional and mental health of childbearing families.

Call or Text our HelpLine

You are not alone and you are not to blame. PSI is here to help. You will get better.

Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
English and Spanish

Text a Message: 503-894-9453

Available 24 hours a day, you will be asked to leave a confidential message and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text. They will listen, answer questions, offer encouragement and connect you with local resources as needed.

Learn more about PSI at postpartum.net.