Join BirthNetwork NWA!


BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas is an official chapter of BirthNetwork National. As such, all memberships entitle you to the benefits of the national organization as well as our local chapter.

If you are an expectant parent, or are thinking of being one, you are invited to become a supporting member to help advance our cause of better birth for all women in Northwest Arkansas. (Membership in BirthNetwork is not required to participate in our educational and informational events.)

BirthNetwork National is a non-profit organization that depends on memberships and the hard work of our volunteers to fulfill our mission. Please join us as we work to improve maternity care. All memberships and contributions to BirthNetwork National are tax-deductible under IRS Section 501(c) 3.
Levels of Membership


Consumer Membership ($25 per year)

This level of membership is for community members interested in supporting the mission of BirthNetwork and attending BirthNetwork events, but who do not wish to advertise a business or service.

Benefits of Consumer membership include:

  • Resources to support mother-friendly care.
  • Discounts to BirthNetwork conferences and events.
  • Becoming a part of a growing movement to improve maternity care in your community.
  • Acknowledgement on our website.


Basic Professional Membership ($50 per year)

This level of membership is designed for professionals and organizations working in birth and childbearing fields.

Benefits of Basic Professional membership include:

  • All of the above, including:
  • One listing in both the print and online version of "Birth and Beyond: A Resource Guide for Expectant Parents".
  • Speaking opportunities connected to your area of expertise as it relates to mother-friendly care at a BirthNetwork event.
  • Networking opportunities with both consumers and birth professionals.
  • Ability to distribute your marketing materials (business cards, brochures, event info) at BirthNetwork events, or in our welcome packages (as space allows).
  • Listing of your scheduled classes and events on our online calendar


Enhanced Professional Membership ($75 per year)

Benefits of Enhanced Professional membership include:

  • All of the benefits of Basic Professional membership, plus:
  • Two listings in both the print and online version of "Birth and Beyond: A Resource Guide for Expectant Parents".


Premium Professional Membership ($100 per year)

Designed for larger companies, partnerships, or individuals who offer more than one service (i.e, doula, childbirth educator and massage therapist)

Benefits of Premium Professional membership include:

  • All of the benefits of Basic Professional membership, plus:
  • Three to five listings in both the print and online version of "Birth and Beyond: A Resource Guide for Expectant Parents".

Three Easy Steps to Become a Member

1. Read the Mother-Friendly Childbirth Initiative

2. Click here to apply for membership online and pay your membership dues

3. Complete the following information to send to your local BirthNetwork NWA co-leaders (no additional fees required)
It's your birth.  Know your options.
Looking for a local birth professional?
Check out our Local Online Resource Guide.
BirthNetwork of Northwest Arkansas
A Chapter of BirthNetwork National
Consumer Membership ($25)
Professional Membership ($50)
Enhanced Professional Membership ($75)
Premium Professional Membership ($100)
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