Natural Instincts Community Birth Collective
Serving the foothill and mountain communities of Fresno, Madera & Mariposa counties.
An array of resources
Rural communities north of Fresno live in what could be considered a maternity care desert, as we do not have local OBGYNs or birth centers. That is why NICBC is trying to fill this gap the only way we can — by raising awareness about maternity care services already available near you.
El colectivo de parto comunitario Natural Instincts (NICBC) esta creando una lista de servicios perinatales disponibles en nuestra zona. Si Eres mama y buscas apoyo o un proveedor en las comunidades de Los condados de Madera, Mariposa, o Fresno — porfavor Contactanos!
Local Resources
- Birth Support
- Lactation Education
- Freestanding Birth Centers
- Placenta Encapsulation
Online Services
- Bodywork
- Preconception
- Pregnancy & Birth
- Mental Health
Searching for a midwife and/or doula?
Midwives are trained to support the health and safety of moms & babies in various settings — including home birth! Midwives are licensed medical providers.
Doulas, on the other hand, specialize in providing emotional and physical support, as well as access to evidenced based information — but are not able to offer medical advice.
Foothills to Forests — Upcoming Events
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