Referral List
Local Classes
At Empowered Beginnings we have birth classes (HypnoBirthing and Birth Basics), Spinning Babies, Newborn and Postpartum Care, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Sleep Classes. Here are some local businesses that have others you can sign up for!
In-person Infant Safety/CPR and Breastfeeding Classes
VBAC specific class
Local Midwifery Options
See below for options in hospital, birth center, and home!
Home Birth Midwifery
Home Birth Honey - A team of three midwives. Midwife Leonora has been a repeat guest on Birth, Baby! Podcast. One of the podcasts linked above has her as a guest!
June Lamphier - Office located in Blanco. Typically serves south and west Austin
Julia Bower - Serves the greater Austin Area
Birthing Centers
Austin Area Birthing Center - They have both north and south Austin locations, and each are a short distance to the closest hospital. Each room has a tub in that you're allowed to give birth in.
Luminary Birth and Wellness Center - This is located in San Marcos and has a small team of midwives. You can give birth in the tub here and it is very close to a hospital.
Hospital Based Midwifery
Moontower Midwifery - You would deliver at St. David's North Austin Medical Center. They also have an OB on staff for high-risk situations. If you are low-risk and want to give birth without an epidural, you may be eligible to use the low-intervention birthing suites on the 3rd floor. Note: Although the low-intervention suites have tubs you can labor in, you cannot give birth into the tub.
Photographers
Capture your experience with beautiful photography from these professionals.
Laurel Avery Photography
Bump to Birth Photography: Maternity, Birth, Newborn, and Family
Whitney Hughes Photography
Maternity, Newborn, and Family Photography
Lydia Suzanne Photography
Maternity, Newborn, and Family Photography https://lydiasuzannephoto.com/
Family, Maternity, and Birth Photography
Chiropractic and Acupuncture
Chiropractic Care and Acupuncture are great ways to prepare your body for a smooth birth.
Chiropractic
Chiropractic
Chiropractic
Chiropractic and Acupuncture
Chiropractic and Acupuncturist
Acupuncture
Acupuncture
Physical Therapy
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Pelvic Floor Therapy, Birth Prep Course, and Baby Steps Fitness Course
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Physical Therapy for Infants from Birth to Walking
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Craniosacral Fascial Therapy
Massage Therapy
Massage can be a great way to calm the body and work through tension as you prepare for birth. Postpartum massage can also be incredibly beneficial.
Mayan Abdominal Therapy gently supports postpartum recovery by realigning the womb and abdominal organs while nurturing pelvic health and overall balance. It also supports digestion, helping the body restore vitality after birth.
Lymphatic Massage
Lotus Lymphatic - Kirsten Vecchione
Lactation Assistance
There are many options for assistance during your breastfeeding journey in the Austin area. Be sure to check with your insurance to see if you have a lactation benefit as some of these may be in network for you.
Craniosacral Therapy
Functional Nutrition
Fitness
Prenatal Yoga
Various Fitness Options
Pediatric Dentists
Mental Health Resources
Perinatal Therapists in Austin
Non Emergency Help Line 1-800-944-4773
Postpartum Support International
Emergency Help Line 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
Various Support
Online Support Groups
Support specifically for dads
Addition Recovery
Caregiver Services
The content on this website is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Empowered Beginnings, LLC is not liable for decisions made based on this information. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your health or your baby’s health.
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