Blog & Events
Stay up-to-date with everything happening at Sweet Child O’Mine including free tour dates, specialized classes, and learning about the services we offer.
2020 Statistics for Sweet Child O’ Mine Birth Center
Annual Midwife / Birth Center Statistics. 7.8% Transfer rate. 2.5% Cesarean section rate. 42% Waterbirths. So proud of our team at Sweet Child O’ Mine!
Summer Hydration & Electrolyte Balance
With the heat of summer it’s important to keep ourselves hydrated and keep our electrolytes balanced. Hydration is so important to the proper functioning of our bodies.
Coronavirus & Pregnancy
NEW POLICIES: Very Important. Please Read. What we know about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and how to protect yourself, your family and baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding
NPR special broadcast on how the role of Midwives & Doulas in America can increase access to care and improve birth outcomes.
Birth Center Options Covered By Most Insurance & Medicaid
Did you know that Sweet Child O’ Mine Birth Center accepts most commercial insurances and Medicaid? If you are interested in water birth, alternative birthing options, and what a Birth Center is all about, our Open House is the perfect opportunity for you to come see us and learn more.
New Water Birth Study Released
A new water birth study has been published in the December 12, 2019 issue of The Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing. The study was conducted by the American Association of Birth Centers utilizing data from the organization’s members. The water birth study included 26,684 births between the years of 2012 and 2017 in both home and birth center settings. Those giving birth in water had more favorable outcomes.
Postpartum Depression / Perinatal Mood Disorders
Help for Postpartum Depression / Perinatal Mood Disorder
Special Presentation – Postpartum Support for Mom & Baby
Postpartum support for mom and baby presentation– Learn very helpful tips on how to prepare for your postpartum period. With the focus often being on birth preparation, postpartum and breastfeeding preparation is often overlooked, but it is so important. We’ll help you make a plan for your postpartum care.
Midwives & Doulas In The News – CNN Report
CNN reports that Midwives & Doulas can improve health care access and quality of care to moms and babies.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. Losing a baby or child at any age or stage is not easy and it can be one of the hardest things in life to face. It's comforting to know that when walking through loss and grief, there are people around us who...
Special Birth Preparation Classes
Our Doula Team hosts a “Birth Preparation” meeting monthly at Sweet Child O’ Mine. These meetings are open to anyone and we invite you to join us. This is an opportunity for you and your family to meet the Doulas, ask your questions and better prepare yourself for...
Join Our Breastfeeding Support Group
If you are breast feeding or plan to breast feed, we invite you to join us for our Breastfeeding Support Group for valuable learning and lactation help. This is an opportunity for you to learn more about breastfeeding, prepare for breastfeeding, to get one on one...
Special Childbirth Class–Labor Comfort Measures
Join Us For Our Next Meeting Date: Monday, September 23rd Time: 7:00 to 8:00 PM Presentation Topic: Comfort Measures for Labor We will discuss various comfort measures and positions for labor. There will be practical hands on demonstrations of...
August 22 – Presentation: The Benefits of Labor Support
Doula presentation on how labor support can be beneficial to a laboring mom and her partner and family.
Statistics for 2019
Here are our Statistics for 2019! I appreciate the hard work of our team, and while the numbers are very important, there are so many other things that we can't put a number on and are not in our annual report. Things like midwife response time, education,...
Special Childbirth Class–Phases of Labor
Our Doula Team hosts a Birth Preparation meeting monthly at Sweet Child O’ Mine. These meetings are open to anyone and we invite you to join us. This is an opportunity for you and your family to meet the Doulas, ask your questions and better prepare yourself for your...
Comfort Measures for Labor
Saturday, June 8, 3-4 pm. Join us for Birth Prep as we discuss various comfort measures and positions for labor. There will be practical hands on demonstrations of positions, massage, essential oils, rebozo, and ball work. Bring your partner so they can learn how to best help you in labor. Drinks & Snacks provided.
Doula Childbirth Class May 22nd
Doula childbirth education meeting at Sweet Child O Mine Birth Center- May 22nd
Birth Center on the Big Screen!
If you’re headed to the theater this weekend, look for the Sweet Child O’ Mine Birth Center ad on the big screen. -Brandon, Riverview, Gibsonton
Meet the Doulas April Meeting
Are you interested in hiring a Doula for your birth? Would you like helpful information to prepare for your birth? Join Us For Our Next Meeting! Presentation Topic: How to Write a Birth Plan. Date: Friday, April 19th Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
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