Community Resources
As a doula it is my goal to be a bridge builder. I have done all the digging and found as many local resources and referrals for you as I possibly can. From other doulas, midwives, educators, doctors, specialty providers, and even help with event planning. Helping build the bridge of communication to who ever you may need. I have also included links to helpful websites and a list of books to further your birth education. My goal is to help you feel as educated, informed, and confident as possible. When you don’t have to spend half your time researching these things you are able to spend the time you do have actually being productive. If there is a specific subject or need not mentioned in this list PLEASE contact me and I will help point you in the right direction. Sign up below for a downloadable version of this.
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES:
PREPARING FOR BIRTH-
- Holly Cheshire- The Essentials of Life. PHONE: 806-252-6992 WEBSITE: www.hollycheshire.com EMAIL: hollyacheshire@gmail.com
- www.bestonlinebirthclass.com for online version
BRADLEY METHOD-
- Rachel Supercinski- PHONE: 979-324-8909 WEBSITE: www.nauralbirth.supercinski.net EMAIL: naturalbirth@supercinski.net
- Rachel Curless- PHONE: 979-485-0720 EMAIL: rbr2753@gmail.com
BIRTH BOOTCAMP-
- Cheryl Amelang- Darling Birth. PHONE: 979-203-6363 WEBSITE: www.darlingbirth.com EMAIL: cheryl@darlingbirth.com
- Riley Dawson
HOSPITAL CLASSES- *currently cancelled due to COVID-19*
- Baylor Scott & White- First Tuesday of the month from 7pm-9pm for 3-month series OR third Saturday of every month 9am-4pm.
- CHI St. Joseph- Every 4th Saturday from 9am-2pm
DOULAS:
- Holly Cheshire- The Essentials of Life. PHONE: 806-252-6992 WEBSITE: www.hollycheshire.com EMAIL: hollyacheshire@gmail.com
- Rachel Supercinski- PHONE: 979-324-8909 WEBSITE: www.nauralbirth.supercinski.net EMAIL: naturalbirth@supercinski.net
- Mary Whelan PHONE:617-642-1644 WEBSITE: www.lovesjourneydoulaservices.com EMAIL: marywhelan@gmail.com
- Mattye McClendon PHONE:713-377-1745 WEBSITE: www.brazosvalleydoula.com EMAIL:mattyemcclendon@yahoo.com
- Kimberly Sheppard Demottier PHONE:940-366-1887 EMAIL: kim@therecoop.com
- Elizbeth Amy PHONE:979-450-3928 EMAIL: wadeandlizamy@gmail.com
CARE PROVIDERS:
MIDWIVES-
- Jubilee Birth Center- Toni Kimpel, CPM, LM & Cheryl Amelang, bbci, CLE (979)703-4074 Website: www.jubileebirthcenter.com Email: toni@jubileebirthcenter.com
- Heritage Maternity Services- Erin Reynoso, CPM, LM (979)987-1037 Website: www.heritagemarternity.comEmail: heritagematernityservices@gmail.com
- Jennifer Light, DNP, CNM, IBCLC at Brazos Valley Women’s Center (979)776-5602 Website: www.bvwc.com
FAMILY PHYSICIANS-
- Weslei Rice, MD located at Pure Family Medicine (979) 314-1336 Website: www.purefamilymedicine.org
CHIROPRACTORS-
- Christie McLarty, DC College Station Chiropractic (979)696-1996
- Marcy Halterman, DC College Station Chiropractic (979)696-1996
SPECIALTY PROVIDERS-
- Marnie Krajicek- Pre-natal yoga, Raindrop Massage, Baby & Me Yoga, Infant massage techniques. And more! Website: www.MarnieKrajicek.com
- Kimberley Sheppard Demottier- Prenatal & Acupressure Massage (940)366-1887 Email: kim@therecoop.com
MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS FOR POSTPARTUM SUPPORT:
- Jeanette Madkins, Psychologist The Physicians Centre 3201 University Drive East Suite 200 Bryan, Texas 77802 (979) 243-3830 Website: https://drjmadkins.com/
- Andrea A. Boldt, MA, LPC2809 Earl Rudder Fwy, Suite 203 (Hwy 6 at N. Forest Pkwy.) College Station, Texas 77845 (210)413-3297 Email: aboldtcounselor@gmail.com Website: www.aboldtcounselor.net
- Celeste A. Riley, Ph.D., PLLC 3201 University Drive East Suite 200 Bryan, Texas 77802 (979) 457-4020 Website: https://www.drcelesteriley.com/
- Brandi Riley Legacy Counseling (832) 458-1464 Email: Rileycounseling@gmail.com Website: https://legacycounselinglpc.com/
COMING SOON! PEER SUPPORT GROUP! HAVING A PEER SUPPORT GROUP TO TALK TO HAS BEEN PROVEN JUST AS EFFECTIVE AS MEDICATIONS.
MISCARRIAGE, STILLBORN, & INFANT LOSS SUPPORT:
- Tori Lame- With Grace & Strength, Bereavement Doula (903) 390-3459 Website: www.withgraceandstrength.com Email: torilame@withgraceandstrength.com
- Paige Meyer – Hope Mommies BCS (979)277-5119 Email: Brenham-collegestation@hopemommies.org Website: hopemommies.org
PLACENTA ENCAPSULATION:
- Holly Cheshire- The Essentials of Life (806) 252-6992 Website: www.hollycheshire.com Email: hollyacheshire@gmail.com
- Rachel Supercinski (for her doula and past clients only) (979) 324-8909 Website: www.naturalbirth.supercinski.net Email: naturalbirth@supercinski.net
LACTATION & BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT:
- Mom’s Milk BCS- Kimberly Hill, BS, IBCLC Email: Kimberly@momsmilkbcs.com Website: www.momsmilkbcs.com
- Basics for Breastfeeding- Shannon Sanford, RN, IBCLC (979) 229-1175 Email: shannon@basicsforbreastfeeding.com Website: basicsforbreastfeeding.com
- Brazos Valley Breastfeeding Coalition- A group for all persons who desire to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding Website: https://texasbreastfeedingcoalition.org/us/local-breastfeeding-coalitions-in-texas/breastfeeding-coalitions-in-texas/ (Click on facebook page from link above for more information)
- La Leche League of College Station Offers support meetings for moms to provide encouragement, education, and information Website: https://www.texaslll.org/map-location/bryan-college-station-morning/?mpfy-pin=2644
BIRTH & NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHERS:
- Kaylee & Co.- Kaylee Cooper (979)587-0387 Email:kayleeandcophotography@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayleeandco/
- Against the Grain Photography- Ashley Barth Website: www.atgtexasphotography.com
- Fig Mint Photography- Ashley Diamond Siegert (979)217-1924 Website: https://www.fig-mint.com/ Email: Ashley.figmint@gmail.com
- Shelbi Lauren photography- Shelbi Seiner (678)313-1589 Website: Www.shelbilaurenphotography.com
- Michelle Voigt Photography- Michelle Voigt (979)492-6898 Website: www.mvoigtphotography.com
- Lauren & Sarah Photography- Lauren Melissari & Sarah Burns (979)324-8863 Website: www.laurenandsarahphotography.com Email: info@laurenandsarahphotography.com
BABY GIFTS & MORE:
- Wee Little Me- Lactation Center & Baby Boutique 2700 E Villa Maria Bryan, TX 77802 (979)485-9624
- The Blanket Bar- Custom baby blankets & gifts by Krista Williams (281)787-7051 Website: https://www.facebook.com/blanketbar Email: theblanketbar@yahoo.com
- Little Llama Clothing Co. & Matilda Jane by Ashton Metz (281)841-7074 Website: https://www.facebook.com/LittleLlamaClothingCo Email: littlellamaclothingco@yahoo.com
BABY SHOWER VENUES, RENTALS, SWEETS & PARTY FAVORS:
- South Side Social Club
- Wildflower Mead Co.
- Olive Cedar Designs
- JG Creatives
- Card My Yard College Station
- Aggieland Storks & More
- Busha’s Custom Cookies
- Cookie Momster
- Mia’s Indulgence
- Peace Love & Cakes
USEFUL WEBSITES:
- www.spinningbabies.com Easier childbirth with proper fetal positioning
- www.evidencebasedbirth.com Studies and evidence on multiple subjects pertaining to pregnancy, labor, birth, etc.
- www.childbirthconnection.com Listening to Mothers Surveys, U.S.
- www.birthwithoutfearblog.com Personal and empowering birth stories, encompasses all kinds of births
- www.placentabenefits.info Information on the benefits of placenta encapsulation
- http://www.waterbirth.org Evidence-based information on waterbirths and suggested birth pools for purchase
- www.birthnetwork.org Promotes awareness of Mother-Friendly maternity care
- www.motherfriendly.org Coalition for Improving Maternity Services