Local Resources

Please use this list of local resources to help find the support you need as you enter into parenthood.

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39 Mercy Health Physicians Springfield Obstetrics and Gynecology Shawn Osterholt, MD
Curtis Orr, MD
Jennifer Rust, WHNP
Emma Patterson, PA
Emily Turvy, CNM
Mica Alexander, CNM
Mary Kilianski, CNM
Address: 1108 Vester Ave., Springfield, OH 45503
Phone: (937)399-7100
During pregnancy, OB, GYN, obstetrician, prenatal, postpartum, child birth, doctor, midwife, fetal medicine, high risk
40 Rocking Horse Community Health Center Obstetrics and Gynecology Shawn Osterholt, MD
Curtis Orr, MD
Jennifer Rust, WHNP
Crystal Hammond, CNP
Emily Turvy, CNM
Mica Alexander, CNM
Mary Kilianski, CNM
Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111
healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding, obstetrician, OB, GYN, pediatrician, doctor, check ups, well checks, immunizations, shots, vaccines, substance abuse, drugs, alcohol, smoking, tobacco, quit, help, support, transportation,
41 Kettering Health Women's Health-Advanced Neetu Gupta, MD
Jessica Ullery, APRN-CNP
Address: 2100 Emmanuel Way, Suite E, Springfield, OH 45502
Phone:(937)429-7350
During pregnancy, OB, GYN, obstetrician, prenatal, postpartum, child birth, doctor,
42 Physicians and Surgeons for Women Angela R. Jackson-Lopez, MD
Daniel W. Nesselroade, MD
Coral M. Spicer, MD
Taylor Yoder, PA-C
Katheryn Carmichael, NP-C
Jessica Kelsey, NP-C
Amanda Minor, NP-C
Address: 1821 E High St, Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)588-6681
During pregnancy, OB, GYN, obstetrician, prenatal, postpartum, child birth, doctor,
43 Mercy Health Springfield Childbirth Education Classes Our classes are designed to help expecting parents understand: Pregnancy & labor, comfort techniques, the role of the support person, various procedures, newborn & postpartum care, breastfeeding & a tour of our facility Address: 100 Medical Center Dr., Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: (937)523-3290
Email: SRMC-Childbirth-Education-Classes@mercy.com
classes, education, childbirth, labor, delivery, pregnancy, breastfeeding, newborn care
44 Mercy Health Springfield Birthing Center Birthing Center Address: 100 Medical Center Dr., Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: (937)523-3200
labor, delivery, pregnancy, adoption
45 New Carlisle Community Health Center Women's health services, pediatric health services, mental health and substance abuse services Address: 106 North Main St., New Carlisle, OH 45344 Phone (General): (937)667-1122
Phone (Pharmacy): (937)845-5987
before, during and after pregnancy
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39 Rocking Horse Community Health Center Obstetrics and Gynecology Shawn Osterholt, MD
Curtis Orr, MD
Jennifer Rust, WHNP
Crystal Hammond, CNP
Emily Turvy, CNM
Mica Alexander, CNM
Mary Kilianski, CNM
Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111
healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding, obstetrician, OB, GYN, pediatrician, doctor, check ups, well checks, immunizations, shots, vaccines, substance abuse, drugs, alcohol, smoking, tobacco, quit, help, support, transportation,
40 Mercy Health Springfield Childbirth Education Classes Our classes are designed to help expecting parents understand: Pregnancy & labor, comfort techniques, the role of the support person, various procedures, newborn & postpartum care, breastfeeding & a tour of our facility Address: 100 Medical Center Dr., Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: (937)523-3290
Email: SRMC-Childbirth-Education-Classes@mercy.com
classes, education, childbirth, labor, delivery, pregnancy, breastfeeding, newborn care
41 New Carlisle Community Health Center Women's health services, pediatric health services, mental health and substance abuse services Address: 106 North Main St., New Carlisle, OH 45344 Phone (General): (937)667-1122
Phone (Pharmacy): (937)845-5987
before, during and after pregnancy
42 Moms & Babies First Moms & Babies First is a free, voluntary home visiting program for African American women to support your healthy pregnancy. Talk to a Community Health Worker who will guide you through every stage of pregnancy and see you up to one year after baby is born. Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-4189
Email: hmg@ccchd.com
During and after pregnancy
43 Clark County Combined Health District Lead Testing Fingerstick lead testing at two locations, main campus and at WIC site Address: 529 East Home Rd., Springfield OH. 45503
Phone: (937)390-5600
prenatal care, healthy pregnancy, environmental toxins, learning disability
44 Pregnancy Resource Clinic of Clark County Pregnancy testing with ultrasound confirmation; STI testing; material services (diapers), parenting support, and male mentoring. Christ-centered organization that provides trusted care, support, and resources to all people regarding pregnancy and sexual health. Address: 1010 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone:(937)525-3780
Before (STI testing), during and after pregnancy, STD, sexually transmitted, father, dad, support, adoption, abortion
45 Baby & Me Tobacco Free Quitting smoking is the BEST thing for the health of you and your baby. Pregnant women who are current smokers or those who have been daily smokers up to 3 months prior to the pregnancy may qualify.
Each month that mother (and partner) stays smoke free after the baby is born will earn the family a monthly free diaper voucher for up to 12 months!
Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-2099
tobacco cessation, quit smoking, healthy pregnancy
46 Mercy REACH Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Program Quit smoking/vaping/tobacco/ marijuana use during pregnancy, and/or any time. Smoking Cessation Program FREE offered by Mercy REACH. Includes a specialized prenatal program for pregnant women and family members in household interested in quitting.Program consists of 6 sessions, includes course materials, quit kit ideas,personal journey, and FREE nicotine replacement gum, patches or lozenges. Springfield Location
Address: 30 West McCreight Ave., Suite 204, Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: (937)390-5338

Urbana Location
Address: 904 Sciota St., Urbana, OH 43078
Phone: (937)484-6186
quit, drugs, alcohol, smoking, THC, marijuana, cessation, substance, help, support
47 Clark County Combined Health District Early Childhood Division Pregnancy testing Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-2099
before pregnancy
48 Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Pregnancy testing, birth control, telehealth, sexual health vaccines, STI testing and treatment, pelvic exams, pap smears, breast exams, testicular exams, HIV/ AIDS testing and counseling, UTI and yeast infection testing and treatment, all options pregnancy counseling, colposcopies, abortion care, emergency contraception and comprehensive relationship and sexual health education and training services Address: 1061 North Bechtle Ave., Springfield, OH 45504 Phone: (937)325-7349 pregnancy, abortion, birth control, sexual health, STI, STD, counseling, education,
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39 New Carlisle Community Health Center Women's health services, pediatric health services, mental health and substance abuse services Address: 106 North Main St., New Carlisle, OH 45344 Phone (General): (937)667-1122
Phone (Pharmacy): (937)845-5987
before, during and after pregnancy
40 POEM We are Ohio moms who have survived prenatal/postpartum depression (PPD) or anxiety so we understand like no one else can. We had thoughts that scared and shamed us. We blamed ourselves. We doubted ourselves. We felt weighed down by all the “shoulds” of motherhood. Some of us had a hard time finding help. That’s why we started POEM, where we volunteer our time to help moms like you who are experiencing the most common complication of childbirth. Phone: (614)221-1441 depression, mental health, portpartum depression, support, help, anxiety
41 RISE Rise provides all POEM services exclusively by and for Black mothers, including a providers of color network. We Rise for Black moms because we know that Black women are at a higher risk for maternal depression/anxiety and are less likely to have their symptoms addressed with quality care. Phone: (614)221-1441 https://mhaohio.org/rise-services-contact-form/
42 Wellspring Individual counseling, anger management therapy, family counseling, life skills, couples therapy Address: 701 E. Columbia St., Springfield, OH 45503
Phone: (937)325-5564
https://wellspringfield.org/contact-us/
43 Positive Perspectives Counseling Centers Depression and anxiety, addiction recovery, sober curious, psychological and physical trauma, services for children, youth and families Address: 4949 Urbana Rd., Springfield, OH 45502
Phone: (937)390-3800
before, during and after pregnancy, mental health, support, depression
44 Growing Hope Counseling LLC Telehealth counseling services for postpartum depression, infertility, adoption, parenting, anxiety, blended families, depression, grief, birth trauma, stress and burnout. (937) 598-9876 Post-partum depression
45 National Alliance on Mental Illness Provides FREE support groups and educational programs including a drop-in center, a safe place to meet with people who understand mental illness. Hot meals and transportation are provided free of charge 937-322-5600
222 East Street, Springfield, OH 45505
Support, mental Health, Nami
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25 Rocking Horse Community Health Center Obstetrics and Gynecology Shawn Osterholt, MD
Curtis Orr, MD
Jennifer Rust, WHNP
Crystal Hammond, CNP
Emily Turvy, CNM
Mica Alexander, CNM
Mary Kilianski, CNM
Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111
healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding, obstetrician, OB, GYN, pediatrician, doctor, check ups, well checks, immunizations, shots, vaccines, substance abuse, drugs, alcohol, smoking, tobacco, quit, help, support, transportation,
26 New Carlisle Community Health Center Women's health services, pediatric health services, mental health and substance abuse services Address: 106 North Main St., New Carlisle, OH 45344 Phone (General): (937)667-1122
Phone (Pharmacy): (937)845-5987
before, during and after pregnancy
27 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) A supplemental public health nutrition program providing wholesome food, nutrition and breastfeeding education, referrals, and community support for women, families, or caregivers.

Limited supplies and will be assessed on an emergency need basis.
Springfield Location
Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)325-0464
lactation, support, breastfeeding, human milk, formula, food, feeding, nutrition
28 Pediatric Provider, Rocking Horse Community Health Center Family and Pediatric Healthcare, Behavioral Healthcare, Women’s Healthcare, Chakeres Dental Care, Chiropractic Solutions, Parent Infant Center, Substance Use Treatment Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111
healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding, obstetrician, OB, GYN, pediatrician, doctor, check ups, well checks, immunizations, shots, vaccines, substance abuse, drugs, alcohol, smoking, tobacco, quit, help, support, transportation,
29 Pediatric Provider: NOVA Pediatrics Dr. Vijay Chitkara Address: 218 Northparke Dr., Springfield, OH 45503
Phone: (937)399-7221
after pregnancy, check ups, well checks, doctor,
30 Pediatric Provider: Pediatric Associates of Springfield Our top priority is helping children be as physically and emotionally healthy as possible. Our experts are available 365 days a year and offer a wide variety of services. From check-ups to managing chronic conditions, from birth to 21. Address: 1640 N Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: (937)328-2320
after pregnancy, check ups, well checks, shots, vaccines, immunizations, infant, child, pediatric, pediatrician, doctor
31 Cribs for Kids Keep baby safe by learning the ABCs of safe sleep. After you participate in education, you can pick up your new Pack ’n Play (crib) and gift bag. Families must be WIC eligible, in the last trimester of their pregnancy or have a new baby up to 1 year. Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-2099
safe sleep, breastfeeding, crib, bed,
32 Parenting Network of Family and Youth Initiatives The Parenting Network has 3 locations to serve expectant mothers and fathers, as well as parents/guardians of infants and children. Participants are able to earn material items such as cribs, car seats, strollers, diapers, clothing, etc by completing lessons on pregnancy, childhood growth and development, parenting, relationships, and life skills. Lessons are offered digitally, providing participants the opportunity to complete them at a convenient time. Dedicated staff and mentors meet with clients during 1-hour sessions to review lessons and provide support. Recurring group classes on safe sleep, shaken baby syndrome, preventing child sexual abuse, home safety, and stress management are held at all locations and are available virtually as well as in person. Springfield Location
Address: 1027 W High St. Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-3514

New Carlisle Location
Address: 468 N. Dayton-Lakeview Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344
Phone: (937) 845-0900

Fairborn Location
Address: 934 N. Maple Ave., Fairborn, OH 45324
Phone: (937)879-3313
Categories that fit us best are: prenatal and parenting education for mothers and fathers; one-on-one and group classes; material assistance provided, classes, parenting classes, support
33 Parenting Infant Center of Rocking Horse Community Health Center Parenting skills classes and assistance with clothing, diapers, baby formula, household items and food for those who qualify. Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111
classes, free stuff, incentive, diapers, infant care, parenting classes, support,
34 Help Me Grow (HMG) A voluntary program for WIC eligible pregnant moms and families with a new babies. Our caring and professional home visitors will partner with you to access the information and resources that can support the physical and emotional health of you and your baby. Together, you and your home visitor will:
Meet at a convenient time and place for you
Provide support for your family by answering any questions you may have
Do developmental screenings so that you know what to expect at each stage of development. Bring age-appropriate, fun activities for you and your child to help them be ready for school.
Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Health and offered at no cost to you!
Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-2099
Email: hmg@ccchd.com
After pregnancy, teen, adolescent
Program Name Program Description Contact Information Website
wdt_ID Program Name Program Description Contact Information Website
1 Thriving Families This program gives parents skills to help children strengthens and clarifies expectations for behavior enhances conditions that promote bonding within the family and teaches skills allowing child to resist drug use and other antisocial behaviors All Springfield City School District parents are welcome! FREE! Free childcare! Free food and giveaways! Program includes 2-hour sessions from 5 weeks from 5-7 pm or 6-8 pm. Contact schofieldk@scsdoh.org for questions or to join. https://www.scsdoh.org/page/family-literacy-programs
2 For teenage parents: GRADS- (Graduation, Reality and Dual Role Skills) To empower expectant and pregnant teen mothers and fathers with information and resources through community services and programs, applicable lessons, accountability and one on one coaching/mentoring. Address: 4170 Allium Ct., Springfield, OH 45505 Phone: (937)325-767 https://www.clarkesc.org/programs-services/g-r-a-d-s
3 Mercy Health Springfield Childbirth Education Classes Our classes are designed to help expecting parents understand: Pregnancy & labor, comfort techniques, the role of the support person, various procedures, newborn & postpartum care, and breastfeeding 100 Medical Center Dr., Springfield, OH 45504 Phone: (937)523-3290 Email: SRMC-Childbirth-Education-Classes@mercy.com https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/services/maternity/childbirth-classes/
4 Pregnancy Resource Clinic of Clark County Free for first time parents (must be less than 21 weeks pregnant). Participant is paired with a mentor and will meet weekly to discuss the videos that were watched during the week. Address: 1010 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505 Phone:(937)525-3780 https://www.prcclarkcounty.org/
5 Family & Youth Initiatives Parenting Network Three locations to serve expectant mothers and fathers, as well as parents/guardians of infants and children. Participants are able to earn items such as cribs, car seats, diapers, and clothing Springfield Location 1027 W High St. 45505 Phone: (937)322-3514 New Carlisle : 468 N. Dayton-Lakeview Rd., 45344 Phone: (937) 845-0900 Fairborn Address: 934 N. Maple Ave., Fairborn, OH 45324 Phone: (937)879-3313 https://www.fyiohio.org/programs||
6 Springfield Peace Center Parent and caregiver discussion groups. These FREE classes allow parents to meet with other parents in the area and learn valuable conflict management skills. These classes are facilitated by a trained parent educator. Address: 224 West College St., Springfield, OH 45504 Phone: (937)327-3977 https://www.springfieldpeacecenter.com/
7 Father Love and POPS 101 The Father Love program is a 13-week program based on the book written by Eli Williams. The objective of the program is to encourage and enable fathers to become better Protectors, Order keepers, Providers, and Stabilizers (POPS) of their families. Address: 515 S. Yellow Springs Street Springfield 45506 937-328-0122 https://urbanlight.org/
8 Encompass Connection Center’s Parent Coaching Relationship coaching for couples and families Many parents did not have good models for healthy parenting and end up spinning their wheels and going in circles. We'll guide you through a practical ROADMAP for building strong communication, connection and conflict resolution skills with your children. 616 N. Limestone St. | Springfield, OH 937-324-3604 https://www.encompasscc.org/families.html
9 Oesterlen Services for Youth’s Parent Support Group program 8-week program that takes new participants on a rolling basis. The program provides FREE childcare and food for the children. Transportation is available. 1918 Mechanicsburg Road Springfield, 45503 937-631-1111 https://oesterlen.org/
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39 Lactation Support at Mercy Health Breastfeeding classes, lactation consultants, hospital lactation assistance Address: 100 Medical Center Dr., Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: (937)523-3200
before, during, after pregnancy
40 Ohio Breastfeeding Hotline 24/ 7 Breastfeeding Support Hotline
Phone: 1-888-588-3423 or Text BFHOTLINE to 839863 after pregnancy
41 Dayton Children’s Lactation Clinic Dayton Children’s lactation specialists are registered nurses or registered dietitian nutritionists with special training to support moms, babies, and families to meet their breastfeeding and lactation goals.

Our lactation specialists are all International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) or Certified Lactation Counselors (CLC).
Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday- Friday. Please call 937-641-3185 to speak to a lactation specialist.
43 Rocking Horse Community Health Center Family and Pediatric Healthcare, Behavioral Healthcare, Women’s Healthcare, Chakeres Dental Care, Chiropractic Solutions, Parent Infant Center, Substance Use Treatment, Breastfeeding Support Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111
44 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) A supplemental public health nutrition program providing wholesome food, nutrition and breastfeeding education, referrals, and community support for women, families, or caregivers. Springfield Location
Address: 2685 East High St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)325-0464


New Carlisle Location
Address: 468 N Dayton-Lakeview Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344
Phone: (937)845-2335
45 Parenting Infant Center of Rocking Horse Community Health Center Parenting skills classes and assistance with clothing, diapers, baby formula, household items and food for those who qualify.
"Address: 651 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)324-1111"
46 Family and Youth Initiatives Parenting Network The Parenting Network has 3 locations to serve expectant mothers and fathers, as well as parents/guardians of infants and children. Participants are able to earn material items such as cribs, car seats, strollers, diapers, clothing, etc by completing lessons on pregnancy, childhood growth and development, parenting, relationships, and life skills. Lessons are offered digitally, providing participants the opportunity to complete them at a convenient time. Dedicated staff and mentors meet with clients during 1-hour sessions to review lessons and provide support. Recurring group classes on safe sleep, shaken baby syndrome, preventing child sexual abuse, home safety, and stress management are held at all locations and are available virtually as well as in person. Springfield Location
Address: 1027 W High St. Springfield, OH 45505
Phone: (937)322-3514

New Carlisle Location
Address: 468 N. Dayton-Lakeview Rd., New Carlisle, OH 45344
Phone: (937) 845-0900

Fairborn Location
Address: 934 N. Maple Ave., Fairborn, OH 45324
Phone: (937)879-3313