AWTR Show #883: Military Birth Resource Network

With each move, comes the important, repetitive, and annoying search for new local resources. New doctors, new dentists, new mechanics, etc. And if you’re pregnant, this search for local resources only becomes more stressful. That’s where Military Birth Resource Network comes in.

Military Birth Resource Network (MBRN) is a platform where families can come to get local information, be able to network with each other, and learn about others’ experiences. MBRN is a membership based non-profit for birth professionals from any background to have a listing on their website. And the great part is that it is free for the community to use to find the available resources.

Tricare recently approved doulas to be covered as a benefit for military families. However, there are some caveats. How can we educate the military community about the value of doula support and look into ways to make doula support more accessible to military families.

Below are links for more information about the recent changes to Tricare:

• Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support
• Tricare West Information
• Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support FAQ
• Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Information

Amanda Dodson, is a certified doula CD (DONA) and HypnoBirthing Educator HBCE. Her passion to help service members and their families during pregnancy and beyond inspired her to found the Japan Birth Resource Network in 2013 and Co-found the Military Birth Resource Network in 2016. Amanda is also a veteran and military spouse of 23 years and in 2016 was voted AFI Spouse of the Year for Marine Corps Base SD Butler, Okinawa, Japan for her important contributions and unwavering commitment to the military community and our country.

Listeners, if you would like to check out more about Military Birth Resource Network, check out their website here, or connect with them on social media via Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. If you would like to learn more about Amanda, check out her website here, or connect with her on social media via Facebook or Instagram.

News 6 with Jolene

Here is this week’s News 6 mashup of stories for the week of Mar. 14, 2022, straight from AWN News 6 Correspondent, Jolene McNutt:

DoD to Close Fuel Facility in Hawaii

The Department of Defense will permanently shut down the Navy’s Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Hawaii, which contaminated Pearl Harbor’s tap water, said AP News. Reports of skin rashes and illnesses began surfacing in November 2021, and residents are still unable to drink the water or use it for bathing. “The Pentagon said it will move to a more dispersed fueling system for military ships and aircraft in the Indo-Pacific.”

VA Announces Proposed Changes to Disability Ratings

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced on that it “is proposing changes to the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities specifically pertaining to the respiratory, auditory, and mental disorders body systems.” These changes will not impact veterans who have already received a disability rating, but it could impact future ratings.

$6.2B Global Household Goods Contract Moves Forward

The hotly contested $6.2 billion Global Household Goods Contract was awarded to HomeSafe Alliance, LLC, on Nov. 4, 2021. After reviewing the Government Accountability Office’s protests, the contract remains in place, and HomeSafe Alliance has begun its nine-month transition period. US Transportation Command touts this contract as a single move manager to handle all military permanent change of station moves.

You can check out more of this week’s top stories here.

Resource Recon with Chrissy and Sharita

We’re right in the middle of a wonderful new Instagram series from our Army Wife Network Command Team behind the scenes,  #SpringIntoAWN. We’re covering the gamut of all things spring, from welcoming in softball season, gardening, getting outdoors, spring cleaning and more. Check it out over on FB or Instagram via @armywifenetwork and look for the hashtag, spring into AWN.

Empowerment Patrol Report with Amanda B.

Today we are showcasing our AWN Empowers, Bernadette Soler Yoga, who was nominated as an organization for helping military spouses and families.

Bernadette is a military spouse, yoga therapist and teacher, currently living in Wilmington, NC! She is on this planet to help people feel better in their bodies and minds through their consistent yoga practice. With an extensive training background and over a decade of teaching experience, she has a knack for effectively applying the ancient tradition of yoga to your modern lifestyle. Having experienced the powerful life-changing effects of yoga, Bernadette is excited to help others move in the direction of their highest potential by way of these ancient teachings. She offers a Military Spouse Resilience Bundle as well as an on-demand yoga program that has new content every month. Reach out to her on Instagram @bernadette_soler, her website bernadettesoler.com, or by email at bernadettesoleryoga@gmail.com and be sure to mention Army Wife Network sent you for a special rate on any or all of her packages!

Thank you so much to Bernadette Soler for doing your part to empower military families around the globe.

Thank You

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