Omaha Better Birth Project has compiled a list of highly valued pregnancy, postpartum, and newborn resources. You will find information, support groups, mental health services, and emergency & family assistance programs.
Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum
Information & Support
Evidence Based Birth® is an online childbirth resource that informs, empowers, and inspires expecting parents and birth-care practitioners globally, to understand the latest, proven, evidence-based care practices.
INTERNATIONAL CESAREAN AWARENESS NETWORK
The International Cesarean Awareness Network is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve maternal-child health by reducing preventable cesareans through education, supporting cesarean recovery, and advocating for vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).
Our mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and the mother.
MilkWorks is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community breastfeeding center. Its mission is to create a healthier community by helping mothers breastfeed their babies.
Our Mission: To nurture families in the Omaha Metro Area through breastfeeding and parenting support.
POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL
The mission of Postpartum Support International is to promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing in every country worldwide.
UNMC CONSUMER HEALTH INFORMATION RESOURCE SERVICE
The Consumer Health Information Resource Service assists Nebraska residents or patients receiving health care in Nebraska, and their families, in finding information on health and wellness topics.
Physicians, Counselors, Therapists
BUTTERFLY KISSES FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC
Do you feel stuck? Perhaps like you are drowning? Not sure where to turn or who can help you? Together we will work to help you get your life back!
(402) 577-0773
ELEANORE SHRADER, LMHP, CDGC, pLADC
Postraumatic Stress / Trauma
Perinatal and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
New Parenthood
Addiction
Rare Illness
(402) 858-9607
At Focus therapy, we work together to identify the barriers that prevent you from performing or living life the way YOU want to, and create a roadmap to help get you to your optimal self.
(402) 513-4416
Mental Health Therapist specializing in Depression, Trauma & Substance Abuse
(402) 981-2177
Individual Mental Health Therapy
Marital Therapy/Couples Counseling
Individual Substance Use Counseling
Level I Outpatient Substance Use Treatment for Probation or Legal Issues
(402) 719-6846
Offering medication management and therapy services for pregnancy and postpartum. We offer in-person and telehealth, patients are able to request medication management appointments online as well.
402-740-9602
NEBRASKA MEDICINE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND PSYCHIATRY
Whether you’re struggling with a psychiatric crisis that demands a hospital stay, attempting to break free from postpartum depression, or adjusting to a new medical condition, we offer dozens of experts willing to listen and design a treatment approach tailored to your needs.
(402) 836-9292
https://www.omahasupport.comOMAHA SUPPORT
Becoming a mother is a life-altering transition. Expanding and adding to your family, either through childbirth or adoption can bring up internal struggles and feelings that need sorting out. These struggles don’t only happen to first-time parents, adding to your family no matter its size is a massive change. If you have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, adding another child can bring up additional and sometimes conflicting feelings.
Together we will work towards identifying steps you can take TODAY to start feeling better.
(402) 819-5349
At Underwood Counseling Services, we offer you a means to find support, envision a new life, make changes, and heal. Discover the healthiest version of yourself. Feel good again.
(402) 577-0773
Emergency & Family Assistance
Federal Assistance Programs
ACA, Medicaid, SNAP, Developmental Disabilities Services
Mission: To provide emergency and supplemental food to the people in need in Nebraska and western Iowa.
Raising kids is hard. The Nebraska Family Helpline is here to help. It’s OK to ask for advice. Resources for parents & families are available 24/7.
(888) 866-8660
If a mother is in need of emergency assistance to protect herself and her baby.
(800) 273-TALK
WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN – SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAM
WIC is the nation’s most successful and cost-effective public health nutrition program. We provide wholesome food, nutrition education, and community support for income-eligible women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum, and for infants and children up to five years old.
WOMEN’S CENTER FOR ADVANCEMENT
The WCA is the designated direct service provider for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Douglas County. We are dedicated to helping clients stay safe and grow strong by addressing both their immediate safety needs and their long-term self-sufficiency..