Tarrant County Birth Network Resource Guide

Tarrant County BirthNetwork encourages you to seek providers who support your personal philosophies. Tarrant County BirthNetwork does not endorse or recommend providers, but lists those providers who endorse the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative (MFCI) and are professional members of Tarrant County BirthNetwork. Tarrant County BirthNetwork strives to maintain an accurate and updated list but does not guaranteethe provider information contained in this guide. BirthNetwork does not check the validity or accuracy of credentials including, but not limited to, certifications, licenses or training of any listed provider. There are variations in the philosophies and practices of providers listed. It is the responsibility of each consumer to verify the credentials of providers and Tarrant County BirthNetwork encourages consumers to interview providers in order to find the care that is right for each individual and family.

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PROVIDER LISTINGS

Acupressure    Birth Centers    Body Work    Massage Therapy    Breastfeeding Support    Childbirth Education    Chiropractic
Doula Services    Family Care    Hypnosis for Childbirth    Midwifery Care Montrice    Natural Family Living    Nutrition    Pediatric Care    Photography and Birth Art    Yoga and Fitness

Acupressure

Hannah Reasoner, CD(DONA), LMT


817-386-3355
214-783-3668
hannah.reasonerLMT@gmail.com
http://belliesinbloom.blogspot.com
Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth and surrounding areas
Licensed Massage Therapist since 2005 and DONA Certified Doula since 2009
As birth becomes eminent, often women need extra support to begin and progress during labor. I am trained in the specific acupressure points that help facilitate labor to start, encourage labor to progress at a steady pace, and may help prevent unnecessary medical interventions.

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Birth Centers

Hearts Desire Midwifery Care

Molly Germash, LM, CPM
972-896-8841
www.heartsdesiremidwifery.com
Licensed birthing center that naturally provides all 10 steps of the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative. Waterbirth and VBACs are specialties. We have big city expertise and small town personalized care. Come visit us. We love giving tours!

Christy Martin, C.P.M., L.M

817-458-1808
www.CelebrateBirthMidwife.com
celebratebirth@gmail.com
Pregnancy and birth are a time for celebration—a growing belly, a growing baby, and a growing family!  It is an honor to serve families by providing holistic, skilled midwifery care.  My goal as a midwife is to journey alongside each family to support a healthy, confident mama throughout pregnancy; a joyful, fulfilling birth experience; and encouraging transition into parenthood.  I serve families who choose to birth either in their homes or at All About Babies Birth Center.

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Massage Therapy

Hannah Reasoner, CD(DONA), LMT


817-386-3355
214-783-3668
hannah.reasonerLMT@gmail.com
http://belliesinbloom.blogspot.com
Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth and surrounding areas
Licensed Massage Therapist since 2005 and DONA Certified Doula since 2009
“Having an understanding of the emotional and physical changes that occur in the pregnant woman’s body, I can provide her with a massage tailored to her specific needs.  Prenatal massage can support a pregnancy by relieving muscle aches and joint pains, improving lymph and blood circulation, reducing back pain, decreasing edema, and improving oxygenation of soft tissues and muscles.”

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Breastfeeding Support

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Mellanie Sheppard, IBCLC, RLC
For Babies’ Sake

817-504-6947
www.forbabiessake.com
lactationlady@gmail.com
817-504-6947
I am a board-certified, registered lactation consultant offering professional breastfeeding consultations and breastfeeding classes in the comfort of your own home. In addition, I offer a free weekly breastfeeding mothers’ group every Tuesday evening in South Arlington. I strive to stay current in breastfeeding research and am constantly gathering new information and techniques to assist breastfeeding mothers and babies.

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Childbirth Education

Donna Ryan, AAHCC, ICCE
Natural Childbirth Educator

817-789-1207
www.banned-from-baby-showers.blogspot.com
donnaryan@juno.com
Mansfield, Texas
I teach a variety of natural birth classes: Bradley Method, Breastfeeding, Relaxation Refresher, Consumerism in Childbirth, and Children at Birth for siblings attending a birth. I also have my Bradley classes on DVD available for rent.  Individual classes run 2 1/2 hours for $25. Reserve your spot today.

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Chiropractic

Cynthia Haggerton, D.C., C.P.M., L.M., C.L.D. (CAPPA)
Lifetime Family Wellness Center
469-688-1982
817-428-9595
drshaggerton@gmail.com
http://www.family-wellness.com/
Did you know that routine chiropractic care throughout pregnancy can help mom and baby be healthier?  Also, have you heard that it can shorten labor time and pain?  Yes, research has shown all this to be true!  This is why we, at Lifetime Family Wellness Center, choose to specialize in prenatal chiropractic and have taken hundreds of postgraduate hours of specialty training in pregnancy care.  We utilize a gentle, specific and safe adjusting approach.  Therefore, you can be confident that you and your baby are getting the best chiropractic prenatal care from certified doctors.  It is a big task for one’s brain to orchestrate and control all functions for one person, yet alone two…  So, during this busy time that a mom’s brain and body are functioning for two, why not use chiropractic care to experience optimal health and wellness?!  We’d love to help you navigate our network of birth providers and/or help you with your birth plans.  We are happy to give you more information on our available services while you are in labor and for your post-partum period.  We congratulate you on this exciting time in your life, let us help you make it a wonderful, healthy experience!

Elizabeth Taylor, D.C.

Crossroads Natural Health
972-641-7111
972-660-1119 - Fax
www.crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
drtaylor@crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
3125 S. Carrier Pkwy., #B
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Provides affordable and competent natural healthcare for the family. Experience Pre and Post-Natal practitioner - treating Mother and Baby - youngest patient was 1 hour old! Certified in WebsterTechnique.

Rachel Whaley, D.C.

The Chiropractic Wellness Café
817-297-0880
www.chiropracticwellnesscafe.com
thewellnesscafe@yahoo.com
801 E. FM 1187, Ste. A
Crowley, TX 76036
The purpose of chiropractic care throughout pregnancy is to help clear interference in the communication of the nervous system. Clear communication between brain and body is vital for the expression of full health potential for both mother and baby. By making sure the nervous system is clear, chiropractic care has shown to assist in an easier pregnancy and birth experience.

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Doula Services

Labor Support

Hannah Reasoner, CD(DONA), LMT


817-386-3355
214-783-3668
hannah.reasonerLMT@gmail.com
http://belliesinbloom.blogspot.com
Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth and surrounding areas
Licensed Massage Therapist since 2005 and DONA Certified Doula since 2009
"Passionate about pregnancy and birth, Hannah desires to help women and their families better understand the variety of choices they have when bringing a little life into this world. Since 2005, Hannah has been supporting pregnant and birthing women through her work as a Licensed Massage Therapist.  In 2009, she became a Certified Doula through DONA, believing that women and their families deserve to be educated and well-informed about having a better birth."


Kathryn O’Brien
http://www.kathyobrien.org/
http://www.hypnobabiesnorthtexas.com/
4 Hearts Services
Certified Doula, Certified HypnoDoula/Trainer
As a servant to Birth and Birthing Families I do everything in my power towards
"Replacing Anxiety with Confidence". I believe all Families blossom and learn continually with "Options, Rights, Encouragement and Support". When we replace negative attitudes and views with confidence about birth and the beauty it offers, we bring positive change into our lives and our communities.
Trust Yourself; Trust Your Baby, Trust Birth.


Faith Ellis, CD(DONA)

Circle of Hands Doula Services
www.circleofhandsdoula.com
817-681-1493
faith.ellis@ymail.com
Experienced, certified doula services to moms in the DFW area. I gently support moms on their journey to the birth experience of their choice.

Nancy Rebarchik, CD(DONA)

817-808-2382
Clancy1231@aol.com
www.wix.com/clancy1231/nancy-rebarchik
New parents want the very best for their baby, including a safe and satisfying birth experience.
Knowing your options and surrounding yourself with support is crucial. It is my honor to serve and support metroplex
families during their pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding periods.

Growing Tree Doula Services

Joni Martin

Professional Doula, Licensed Christian Counselor, Midwife Apprentice

817-455-7347
www.growingtreefamilies.com

joni@growingtreefamilies.com
Serving Fort Worth and Surrounding Areas

Our vision is that every woman would have access to a model of pre and peri-natal care that makes her feel trusted, respected and empowered.
We passionately provide Fort Worth area families with holistic care and education, skills, and the information needed to make informed decisions about birthing, breastfeeding and bonding. We value the whole health of the mother: mental, spiritual, relational and physical; and we support the beauty of the  pregnancy experience through antepartum and birth doula services, counseling, education, and resources for families since 2002.

Alexa Gumm
Professional Doula
214-507-8047
www.wombservicedfw.com
jdg6502@aol.com
located in Arlington, serving all of D/FW area
Continuous support for your labor of love in any home, hospital or birth center setting.


Postpartum Doula Services

Tina Valle PCD (DONA)
Postpartum Doula Fort Worth
817-834-1424
817-692-7746
www.postpartumdoulafortworth.com
Tinavalledoula@Yahoo.com
Fort Worth & surrounding areas
The Postpartum Doula's assistance is especially needed after the birth of a baby. For new parents, having a baby is a time of great joy but the challenges of a new baby can be numerous. I  provide in-home postpartum doula service for families who want a smoother transition during their postpartum period. My focus is in helping the new mother and family after the birth of their baby, providing hands-on education on infant and mother care, including breastfeeding support. Help with errands, meals, grocery shopping, light household tasks including laundry,and sibling care . I am a certified postpartum doula with DONA, CPR and first aid certified and a certified breastfeeding educator through the Texas Department of Health. I would love to have the opportunity to assist you through your ante/Postpartum period. If you live in the Fort Worth area and would like to know more about me or my in-home service please feel free to contact me.


Amy Jones is a Doula with certification pending
817-615-0025
ajppdoula@charter.net
www.babystepstoyournewjourney.com/
Serving Fort Worth, Arlington, Keller, Haltom, NRH, HEB, GP, Grapevine,Hulen, Ridglea, Ridgmar.

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Family Care

Elizabeth Taylor, D.C.
Crossroads Natural Health
972-641-7111
972-660-1119 - Fax
www.crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
drtaylor@crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
3125 S. Carrier Pkwy., #B
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Provides affordable and competent natural healthcare for the family. Experience Pre and Post-Natal practitioner - treating Mother and Baby - youngest patient was 1 hour old! Certified in WebsterTechnique.

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Hypnosis for Childbirth

Kathryn O’Brien
http://www.kathyobrien.org/
http://www.hypnobabiesnorthtexas.com/
4 Hearts Services
Certified HypnoDoula/Trainer, Hypnobabies Hypnosis Instructor
As a servant to Birth and Birthing Families I do everything in my power towards
"Replacing Anxiety with Confidence". I believe all Families blossom and learn continually with "Options, Rights, Encouragement and Support". When we replace negative attitudes and views with confidence about birth and the beauty it offers, we bring positive change into our lives and our communities. Trust Yourself; Trust Your Baby, Trust Birth.

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Midwifery Care

Donnellyn Dominguez, LM, CPM
All About Babies
817-994-0470
www.allaboutbabies.net
donnellyn@allaboutbabies.net
My name is Donnellyn Dominguez. I am a licensed midwife in the state of Texas and a Certified Professional Midwife through the North American Registry of Midwives. I have always loved babies and used to wonder if that passion had a purpose that God could use. Several years ago, the Lord began to direct me to midwifery through a series of events. Answering this call has allowed my passions to become my profession and now I am sure I am doing what God created me to do... be a midwife.

Christy Martin, C.P.M., L.M

817-458-1808
www.CelebrateBirthMidwife.com
celebratebirth@gmail.com
Pregnancy and birth are a time for celebration—a growing belly, a growing baby, and a growing family!  It is an honor to serve families by providing holistic, skilled midwifery care.  My goal as a midwife is to journey alongside each family to support a healthy, confident mama throughout pregnancy; a joyful, fulfilling birth experience; and encouraging transition into parenthood.  I serve families who choose to birth either in their homes or at All About Babies Birth Center.

Hearts Desire Midwifery Care
Molly Germash, LM, CPM

972-896-8841
www.heartsdesiremidwifery.com
Licensed Midwife with 13 years of partnering with women and their families for amazing, loving, life changing births. Home or birth center birth options with waterbirth a specialty in either location. Call for an interesting and enjoyable visit to learn more.


Cynthia Haggerton, D.C., C.P.M., L.M., C.L.D. (CAPPA)
Lifetime Family Wellness Center
469-688-1982
817-428-9595
drshaggerton@gmail.com

Kim Watkins, L.M, C.P.M
A Blessed Birth Midwifery
817-219-2704 main
817-599-7388 office
817-423-6707 fax
kimwatkins@ablessedbirth.com
www.ablessedbirth.com
Birth with Peace and JOY- Comprehensive, highly individualized, family centered  prenatal, labor and birth, and post partum care through 6-8 weeks after the birth, encompassing the full childbearing cycle. Home birth, home prenatal visits, waterbirth, VBAC, and more.  Joyfully serving the greater North Texas area with a gentle, holistic approach emphasizing nutrition and natural health, utilizing herbal and homeopathic solutions when needed to naturally heal and support the body. Preconception/infertility support and counseling, including reading/helping with FAM/NFP charts for achieving pregnancy.

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Monitrice

Donnellyn Dominguez, LM, CPM
All About Babies
817-994-0470
www.allaboutbabies.net
donnellyn@allaboutbabies.net

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Nutrition

Cynthia Haggerton, D.C., C.P.M., L.M., C.L.D. (CAPPA)
Lifetime Family Wellness Center
469-688-1982
817-428-9595
drshaggerton@gmail.com
We treat the whole person, from the inside out. Many symptoms- ranging from dry skin to infertility and menopause- can be safely addressed by tracing the problem back to the root (i.e.- lifestyle choices such as diet and hygiene).  Our doctors use various testing methods, which include- but are not limited to- blood, saliva, hair analysis testing and questionaires.  We are passionate about helping people begin the process of switching to a more natural lifestyle, and making that transition simple. We never begin therapy by taking things away from our patients’ diets, but always add good things that the body needs, which in turn helps them stop consuming harmful products. Our products are thoroughly researched and are all whole food based.  We look forward to guiding you on your journey to health and wellness!

Elizabeth Taylor, D.C.
Crossroads Natural Health
972-641-7111
972-660-1119 - Fax
www.crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
drtaylor@crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
3125 S. Carrier Pkwy., #B
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Provides affordable and competent natural healthcare for the family. Experience Pre and Post-Natal practitioner - treating Mother and Baby - youngest patient was 1 hour old! Certified in WebsterTechnique.

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Pediatric Care

Cynthia Haggerton, D.C., C.P.M., L.M., C.L.D. (CAPPA)
Lifetime Family Wellness Center
469-688-1982
817-428-9595
drshaggerton@gmail.com


Elizabeth Taylor, D.C.
Crossroads Natural Health
972-641-7111
972-660-1119 - Fax
www.crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
drtaylor@crossroadsnaturalhealth.com
3125 S. Carrier Pkwy., #B
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Provides affordable and competent natural healthcare for the family. Experience Pre and Post-Natal practitioner - treating Mother and Baby - youngest patient was 1 hour old! Certified in WebsterTechnique.

Rachel Whaley, D.C.
The Chiropractic Wellness Café

817-297-0880
www.chiropracticwellnesscafe.com
thewellnesscafe@yahoo.com
801 E. FM 1187, Ste. A
Crowley, TX 76036
The purpose of chiropractic care throughout pregnancy is to help clear interference in the communication of the nervous system. Clear communication between brain and body is vital for the expression of full health potential for both mother and baby. By making sure the nervous system is clear, chiropractic care has shown to assist in an easier pregnancy and birth experience.

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Photography and Birth Art



the DFW birth photographer

Lynsey Stone
817-408-0891
www.dfwbirthphotographer.com
What is truly more meaningful than the moment your child is born?  Capture it.
I specialize in birth photography and have been preserving priceless memories in the home, birth center and hospital environments for over four years now and have over 100 births experience. Don't miss the opportunity to have these precious moments recorded for yourself!

Honey Grove Photography

Katie Boyanton
817-897-7463
www.honeygrovephotography.com
It's the most important day of your baby's life. Relish every little moment of this beautiful journey. Birth photography is real. It's powerful. It's emotional. It's a promise you'll remember this miracle forever. No matter where or how you give birth, the memories of that day will be the most compelling and precious memories you'll ever have, but they can get lost in the fog of labor and emotion. What did you look like the first time you saw your newborn? How did your baby look the instant he was born? Who was in the room? Who smiled? Who cried? Never forget this day. Make sure your baby's very first photo session is incredible!


Ceci Jane Maternity - Birth - Baby Photography

469-835-5288
www.ceci-jane.com
Ceci@ceci-jane.com
The growing baby bump; the emotional roller coster that is birth; the warm, fuzzy, absolutely adorable new bundle of joy... These all pass in a blink of an eye, and once they are gone, they are gone forever. Don't let these moments pass you by, revel in them for years to come!  I specialize in maternity, birth, and newborn photography and count it a privilege to get to know you and capture these precious moments that make up YOUR life.  I believe that LIFE is beautiful, and it's worth capturing!

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Yoga and Fitness

Mamaste Yoga – Prenatal Yoga

Karen Prior, RYT, LCCE, CD(DONA), ICPFE, CBC
405-474-3302
http://www.mamasteyoga.com/schedule_tx.htm
info@mamasteyoga.com
10 Metro DFW Locations
We offer classes in Allen, Dallas, Plano, McKinney, Ft. Worth, Southlake & Flower Mound.
Mamaste Yoga salutes the mother in all of us. Classes are taught by licensed instructors. We offer prenatal yoga, postnatal yoga, yoga for labor and birth and yoga instructor certification. Many instructors offer services of breastfeeding education and counseling, childbirth education, infant massage, and doula support services.Your browser may not support display of this image.

Stroller Strides of Arlington/Mansfield/Hurst

Maggie Grayson, B.S., M.S.S.
817-718-4817
800-964-1676
maggiegrayson@strollerstrides.net
www.strollerstrides.com
Arlington/Mansfield/Hurst and other locations throughout the Metroplex
Servicing:Dallas/Fort Worth
Stroller Strides - Strength for Motherhood
Stroller Strides is a total fitness program for moms that they can do with their babies. It includes power walking/jogging along with intervals of body toning using exercise tubing and the stroller. Taught by specially trained instructors, this is a great workout for any level of exerciser. Pregnant moms are also welcome, just please obtain your doctor/midwife's permission first.

Dancing for Birth™
Faith Ellis, CD(DONA)
Circle of Hands Doula Services
817-681-1493
www.circleofhandsdoula.com
faith.ellis@ymail.com
Dancing for Birth™ prenatal/postpartum dance classes incorporate dance moves from around the world that best prepare you to give birth.

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BirthNetwork National encourages you to learn more about your options in pregnancy and birth. Obtain information and support at our free local chapter meetings. Visit BirthNetwork National’s website at www.birthnetwork.org for more information and resources.


BirthNetwork National encourages you to let your voice be heard. If you have a compliment or complaint about any provider, please let her/him know. Write a letter, make a phone call…caregivers need to know how they rate. If you have goodwill or a grievance, it’s important that you share it. For detailed information on how to file a compliment or complaint, visit BirthNetwork National’s website (www.birthnetwork.org/pdfs/provider_feedback.pdf ).

Above all, it is our desire to promote awareness of the benefits and availability of mother-friendly care. It is our hope that one day mother-friendly care will be the gold standard in all of our communities. Join us as we strive to inform and support those who want to know their options for a healthy pregnancy and birth. By making informed choices and having confidence in the process, women can experience safe and satisfying childbirth.

It’s your birth. Know your options

Guide to the Credentials/Abbreviations:

AAHCC – American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth

ANP/NP-Advanced Nurse Practicioner/Nurse Practicioner

CD(DONA)- Certified Doula with Doulas of North America

CDM-Certified Direct-Entry Midwife

CLD(CAPPA)- CAPPA Certified Labor Doula

CNM-Certified Nurse Midwife

CPM – Certified Professional Midwife

DC-Doctor of Chiropractic

IBCLC – International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

ICCE – ICEA Certified Childbirth Educator

ICPFE – ICEA Certified Perinatal Fitness Educator

LCCE – Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator

LM – Licensed Midwife

LMT-Licensed Massage Therapist

L.Ac-Licensed Acupunturist

MD-Medical Doctor

ND-Naturopathic Doctor

OB/GYN-Obstetrician/Gynocologist

RLC – Registered Lactation Consultant

RN-Registered Nurse

RYT – Registered Yoga Teacher