Providing education, support and advocacy for all families.

Welcome to Prairieland Birth Works, proudly serving families across Southeast Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. We offer comprehensive childbirth education, birth doula support and advocacy, bereavement care, and lactation counseling.

At Prairieland Birth Works, we honor each family’s unique journey. Our mission is to support your goals with compassion, expertise, and respect every step of the way.

Explore our range of services to discover how we can best support you in welcoming your newest family member.

Our Services

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We offer two flexible learning options: a group class or a private session.

Each format provides five hours of comprehensive instruction, covering the essential information expectant parents need to prepare for labor and birth.

Click below to explore class options and view a detailed overview of the topics included.

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A birth doula provides continuous support and advocacy for both parents throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the early postpartum period.

With over a decade of experience, your certified birth doula is dedicated to guiding and supporting families through every stage of the journey.

Click below to learn more about the personalized care and support she offers.

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We recognize that not every birth ends in joy. For families experiencing loss, we offer compassionate, respectful care during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

No matter when or how your precious baby was lost, it is our honor to walk alongside you with sensitivity and support.

Click below to explore local resources and learn how your doula can provide care and guidance during this time.

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Visit our Community Resources page to explore a curated list of trusted perinatal and postpartum professionals across a range of specialties.

We understand that every family’s needs are unique, and we’re committed to making it easier for you to find the support that’s right for you.

About
our company

We are a solo practice offering certified childbirth education, birth and bereavement doula services, and lactation counseling. With over a decade of experience, Abigail Shipp has had the honor of supporting more than 200 families throughout Southeast Nebraska and Southwest Iowa—helping them feel informed, empowered, and cared for as they prepare for labor and birth.

We would be honored to walk alongside you and welcome you into the Prairieland Birth Works family.!

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