BECOME A MEMBER
Become a key factor with the Military Birth Resource Network.
Are you a birth professional passionate about supporting the military community?
Join the Military Birth Resource Network & Postpartum Coalition TODAY and support military families from one duty station to the next.
Membership in our organization not only connects you with other healthcare professionals but also provides support for our military families serving in every branch of the military. We offer a variety of resources pertinent to the location, including doulas, prenatal education, birth and postpartum support, and infant feeding. By joining MBRNPC, your business is provided for Service Members and Military Families to find you and a way to connect with other professionals and advocates who are diligently working to improve birth outcomes for families in our military communities.
*Doulas will be asked to sign the MBRNPC’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Birth and Postpartum Doulas.
FAQS OF MBRNPC MEMBERSHIP
WHY SHOULD I SIGN UP TO BE AN MBRNPC MEMBER?
We believe that our families need continuity of care and resources available to them as they move from one duty station to the next. You are an integral part in helping us to achieve that missions. Together, the passion to provide for our Military community, will expand in the knowledge and reliable resources available to the service members and their families.
WHO ARE MBRNPC MEMBERS?
We are military members, spouses, and supporters who are birth and postpartum doulas, birth professionals, and business owners striving to provide resources and continuity of care for military families. We believe families should have access to resources through every step of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and should not have to be without support, no matter where the Military sends us.
DO I HAVE TO BE AFFILIATED WITH THE MILITARY TO BE A MEMBER AND BE LISTED AS A RESOURCE?
No. We understand that sometimes resources can be far and few between at some locations. If you are close to a base and offer services to Military families we invite you to join.
WHAT IS REQUIRED OF MEMBERS?
We encourage our members to be an active resource for Military families in their area. We ask that our members represent the MBRNPC community thoughtfully, and always treat other members and people with respect and consideration.
*WHAT ARE THE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS?
As a new member, your business listing will be placed on the website for your location so military families can connect directly with you. You will be able to access online social media and support groups, and attend local meet at greets and events in your area when available, as well as start a chapter at your location. Each member will have the support of the national office of the Military Birth Resource Network & Postpartum Coalition.
WHAT IF I AM A BIRTH PROFESSIONAL WORKING TOWARDS A CERTIFICATION AND WANT TO BE LISTED?
We understand that some certification processes may take time. We are happy to list you as a professional as long as you are able to provide your proof of registrations for the training or school. You may be asked to submit your certifications once completed. You are responsible for keeping applicable licensing and certifications current. Membership may be denied or canceled if not kept up to date. Professionals joining the network must provide who their certifying organization, licensing body, school, or institute is.
*Chapter Membership
If you are looking to be an active part of a local chapter, chapter membership is now being processed through the local chapter board.
Membership LevelS
Professional Membership
Be a resource for military families at a duty station/location close to you.
Professional Members offer a resource or service for expecting and postpartum Military Families.
This membership is not a MBRNPC Chapter Membership. Join your local chapter here.
Professional Members must be independently practicing professionals (Defined as - Sole proprietors of their practice with no legal or financial partners).
Your membership will travel with you from one duty station to another.
1 Professional business listing on the website at specific duty stations with the goal of being a resource for military families. This includes, business name, logo/headshot, all contact information and blurb.
May attend meetings or events where chapters exist
Receive MBRNPC newsletters and attend coalition meetings
Discounts for MBRNPC classes, events, and products.
Discounts to Military Affiliated Businesses
Group Business Membership
As a Business, your team works together to support your Military community.
Your business has a minimum of 3 or 10 professionals who provide pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support/services. Apply today for your Group Business Membership.
Your membership will travel with you from one duty station to another.
1 Business Professional listing on the website at specific duty stations with the goal of being a resource for Military Families. This includes, business name, business logo, all contact information and blurb.
May attend meetings or events where chapters exist
Receive MBRNPC newsletters and attend coalition meetings
Discounts for MBRNPC classes, events, and products.
Discounts to Military Affiliated Businesses