Where the idea for Ma Bailey's began...

 

In 2007, in the beginning of doula career, Ruth learned of The Farm in Tennessee, an organization founded in the 70’s which offered prenatal care, birth support and communal living on a 1700 acre plot of land. Many young mothers came looking for help and asking The Farm to adopt their babies as they didn’t feel adequate on their own. Through The Farm’s support with prenatal care, birth and early parenting, many of these mothers became empowered to then raise their children on their own. Ruth has envisioned creating a similar place to rest, recover, and be nurtured to prepare them for confident parenting as they return to their home communities.

​

We provide four dwellings nestled on 16 acres in the hill country and surrounded by nature. Each unit has a bedroom, full bath and a kitchenette, able to accommodate a family of four. They are furnished with the common necessities, creating a comfortable and home-like environment. We provide all medical supplies needed for normal postpartum recovery and newborn care.

​

Here's Who We Serve: 
See our Services for more details

​

Short term housing to improve access to care: 

- Those in need of local stays at end of pregnancy to get to facility for birth in labor. ​

- Those in need of local stays in first weeks postpartum to heal

​

Support after trauma, loss or those with perinatal mental health needs:  
- Those in need of emotional and practical support with newborn care, breastfeeding support and recovery. 

- Those in need of a respite after loss to grieve and be cared for

​

Women’s Clinic:   

- Those who can't afford prenatal or postpartum care​

- Those who need women's health care for annual visits and clinical counsel

​