Community
Empathy fuels each act of kindness that ripples through our community as we continue to foster a culture of compassion
- A word from Natalie Scantlebury, BCD
“Regardless of race, socioeconomic class, religion, geographical location, and sexual orientation, it’s is a human right to receive equitable, quality perinatal Holistic health care. This community hub is intended to foster a network of compassion, collaboration, education and individualized care that is easily accessible to all families and birth workers.”
Birth Community Resources
Pediatric & Adult CPR Classes
Meet Kailah King-Collins a.k.a The Emerald Doula!
The Emerald Doula offers CPR certification and renewal for health care professionals (BLS Provider) as well as lay persons, parents, community members and those who work with children (Heartsaver® CPR/AED and Pediatric Heartsaver® CPR/AED/First Aid ). The Emerald Doula is an instructor under the American Heart Association.
Location
Philadelphia, PA (home visits are available)
Social (IG)
@theemeralddoula
Pelvic Health & Physical Therapy
Meet Dr. Victoria Clement & Dr. Gaby Rivera from Restore Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health!
Restore Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health was created with the intent to provide true individualized one on one services to Philadelphia, Main Line, and surrounding suburbs. Whether it is pelvic floor physical therapy, pregnancy and postpartum preparation, or orthopedic injury rehab, all sessions are to be "all about you" and without having to share your visit with multiple other patients. Time is of the essence and it is vital to take care of your health and well-being so you can pour 100% into your family, job, and activities that you love. Two of our therapists are also doulas and love preparing patients to have the best possible birth experience!
Social (IG)
@restorethefloor.doc
Clinic Locations
Philadelphia, PA (Manayunk)
Broomall, PA
Virtual & Hybrid Evidence Based Birth Class
Meet Jen Hinds aka J.hi M.Ed!
Jen is an amazing doula offering virtual hybrid evidence-based birth classes. We know there is an abundance of information on the internet regarding the do’s and don’t of pregnancy and birth, which can become extremely overwhelming and time consuming. In just 4 weeks you’ll receive comprehensive evidence based information with access to your EBB Parent Library for 3 months in addition to receiving in person mentorship for extra side by side guidance.
Social (IG)
Location
Philadelphia, PA & Virtual
BIPOC Financial Birth Support
Meet Philly Birth Fund!
The Philly Birth Fund (PBF) provides funds to support access to home birth and other pregnancy-related services for Black women, Black birthing people, and their families in Philadelphia in an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality and morbidity.
Social (IG)
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Cause
Perinatal Financial Support
PreNatal & PostNatal Yoga
Meet Elizabeth Capps a.k.a The Pink Moon Yoga Doula!
Elizabeth hosts pre-post natal yoga classes in Phoenixville, PA. This class is open to all stages of pregnancy and postpartum, designed to meet you where you are at in your parenting journey. Babies are welcome to join!
Social (IG)
Location
Adaptive Healing, Phoenixville, PA
Class Day & Time
Fridays from 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Cause
Perinatal Fitness
Child Car Seat Safety
Meet Amber Mole a.k.a The Doula Cheerleader!
Amber is a virtual birth and postpartum doula as well as a certified car seat safety technician through Safe Kids Worldwide. She advocates for safe travel and is available to answer questions regarding the selection of the appropriate car seat based on the child’s age, weight and height. Amber also assists families with car seat installation as she serves families in the greater Philadelphia area.
Amber volunteers at local safety check events with CHOP’s Safety Center and strongly encourages families to attend prior to baby’s arrival to gain confidence transporting their newborn safely after labour and delivery.
Location
Philadelphia (Greater Philadelphia Area), PA
Cause
Child Travel Safety
Social (IG)
Postpartum Community Resources
Delicious Farm to Door Postpartum Meals
Meet Evelyn Langley, Amalia Colon-Nava & Arielle Colella a.k.a Dirtybaby Farm!
Receive fresh and nutritious postpartum meals from the farm to your doorstep with Giftbaby Shares; a beautiful collaborative cause with Dirtbaby Farm, Paloma (birthworker & herbalist) and Ruben (Chef). Want to find out what’s on this weeks menu or place an order, you can find more information here.
You can find more information about Dirtbaby Farm x Giftbaby Shares here
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Cause
Postpartum Meals
Baby Gear Rentals
Meet Adriane Thomas a.k.a Baby Gear Group Jenkintown!
Want to utilize baby items but don’t want to break the bank? Baby Gear Group Jenkintown is a baby gear and toy library with affordable monthly membership plans and a la carte services. Rent from a wide selection of baby items from strollers & bassinets to scooters & changing accessories with the option to purchase the items you love at a discounted retail price.
Location
Twin Cities, MN
Philadelphia, PA
Jenkintown, PA
Newtown, PA
Boulder, CO
Cause
Baby Item Rentals
Social (IG)
@babygeargroupjenkintown
Handmade Newborn & Infant Apparel
Meet Samantha Yost a.k.a Sew On Little One!
Super cute, local, handmade baby apparel made from breathable organic fibers, uhh, YES PLEASE!! Samantha is not only a Bucks County local but also a mom, the owner and the artist behind Sew On Little One. She creates beautiful clothing and accessories for infants and children in a variety of styles and patterns.
Location
Doylestown, PA
Social (IG)
@sewonlittleone
Newborn & Infant Photography
Meet Jamie Siever a.k.a Jamie Siever Photography!
From sleepy newborns to rambunctious cake smashes, capture long lasting memories of those tiny, cute, squishy faces with Jamie Siever Photography. With over a decade of infant photography experience under her belt, Jamie collaborates with her clients and utilizes tips and tricks learnt over the years to create magical stills that will make your heart melt.
**Scheduling for newborn photography is typically done in the second or third trimester.
Locations
Bryn Mawr, PA Chester County, PA Chestnut Hill, PA Delco, PA Gladwyne, PA Havertown, PA Main Line, PA Media, PA Springfield, PA Mount Airy, PA
Social (IG)
@jamiesieverphotography
Holistic Supportive Community Resources
Pelvic Health
Meet Gina Inglese a.k.a The Anxious Pelvis!
Gina owns Gina Inglese Pelvic Health where she provides pelvic floor therapy that is trauma informed, compassionate, and nervous system based. She values treating the whole person and creating a safe space for everyone. She treats people in person at Airmid Wellness and Counseling Center in Warminster, as well as virtually for all of PA. She specializes in anxiety, sexual dysfunction, and gender affirming care. To spread awareness and education on pelvic wellness, Gina has also created an online platform called The Anxious Pelvis. Here you will find programs, community, and coaching for general pelvic health and pelvic concerns related to anxiety.
Location
Warminster, PA & Virtual
Cause
Pelvic Health & Sexual Dysfunction
“Source will provide you with everything you need to receive everything you want”
— Natalie Scantlebury, BCD