Ida Mae Patterson Center for Maternal and Infant Wellness

The Ida Mae Patterson Center for Maternal and Infant Wellness in Platte City, MO, is committed to fostering healthy pregnancies and nurturing supportive communities through its innovative Village Circle Approach™. This approach offers Community-Embedded Group Prenatal Care tailored specifically for African-American childbearing individuals and families, ensuring access to culturally relevant, clinically excellent care. Our enrolled participants benefit from perinatal education, informed consent processes, and a nurturing peer environment that emphasizes community support and cultural validation. By prioritizing client autonomy and the shared strength of group determination, we strive to dismantle systemic inequalities in prenatal care. Our trained doulas provide invaluable emotional and physical support throughout the labor and birth process, empowering our clients every step of the way.