Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies - The Montana Coalition

What Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies - The Montana Coalition does

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies: The Montana Coalition (HMHB) is a Montana-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit coalition headquartered in Helena that works to improve the health, safety, and well-being of Montana families with a specific focus on mothers and babies from the prenatal period through age three. The organization operates as a coordinating coalition rather than a direct service provider, convening healthcare providers, doulas, birth workers, home visiting programs (including Nurse Family Partnership), and community organizations across Montana's rural geography. It coordinates three statewide coalitions: the Montana Home Visiting Coalition (founded 2021), the Montana Early Childhood Coalition, and the Montana Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative, and in April 2026 spun off its Native American Initiatives program as an independent Indigenous-led nonprofit, Berry Medicine Native Birthworks Initiatives.

HMHB's core product surface consists of the LIFTS (Linking Infants and Families To Supports) ecosystem: an online resource guide (hmhb-lifts.org) connecting families to local services, a podcast with over 100 episodes, an annual print and digital magazine in its 5th edition, and a blog. It also operates the annual Perinatal Mental Health Conference (entering its 9th year in June 2026) which offers continuing education credits and serves as a major professional convening event. Additional programs include the ACES & HOPE initiative, Safe Sleep and Safe Seat campaigns, Doulas & Birthworkers support (including advocacy for SB 319 Medicaid reimbursement), and the Montana Children's Health Data Partnership Project. The technology underlying these offerings is standard web infrastructure with no proprietary AI, API, or SDK components.

The organization's revenue model is a typical nonprofit mix: individual donations, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and conference-related income. Conference revenue includes general registration ($199), student registration ($99), nonprofit/government exhibitor fees ($300), corporate exhibitor fees ($600), and multi-tier sponsorships ranging from $1,000 (copper) to $20,000+ (presenting). Most programs and resources are provided free of charge to Montana families, with scholarships available for conference attendance. HMHB holds a GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency and operates with a small staff of approximately four named personnel.

Name

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies - The Montana Coalition

Legal name

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies, The Montana Coalition, Inc.

Website

https://hmhb-mt.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies: The Montana Coalition is a Helena-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit coalition that convenes healthcare providers, doulas, and home visiting programs to support Montana mothers and babies from prenatal through age three, operating the LIFTS resource guide, podcast, magazine, and annual Perinatal Mental Health Conference.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maternal and Child Health Coalition Services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Maternal, Child & Family Health Organizations (BPAGACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lactation, Postpartum & Perinatal Support Services (HLAFAJAN), Mental Health & Infant/Early Childhood Consultation (0–5) (EDACAFAO), Parent Mental Health, Stress Management & Wellness Programs (EDACALAJ), Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Administration (BPAIAJAJ)

Keywords

• Maternal health support
• Perinatal mental health
• Family resource directory
• Home visiting programs
• Early childhood coalition

Headquarters

HQ city

Helena

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: HMHB operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization relying on donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate sponsors. The organization hosts an annual conference with registration fees and sponsorships.
2. Conference Revenue: Revenue generated from Perinatal Mental Health Conference registrations ($199 general, $99 student), exhibitor fees ($300-$600), and sponsorship tiers including presenting ($20K+), platinum ($10K-$20K), gold ($5K-$10K), silver ($2.5K-$5K), and copper ($1K-$2.5K).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies is a Montana-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit coalition that supports mothers and babies age zero to three through a portfolio of interconnected programs. Its primary offerings include the LIFTS Online Resource Guide (a searchable statewide directory connecting families to local services), the LIFTS Podcast, LIFTS Magazine, and the annual Perinatal Mental Health Conference serving healthcare professionals with CE credits. The organization also coordinates statewide coalitions on home visiting, early childhood, and perinatal mental health, while advocating for policy initiatives like SB 319 doula Medicaid reimbursement.

Product overview

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies: The Montana Coalition operates as a nonprofit organization with a portfolio of interconnected programs and resources supporting Montana families with mothers and babies age zero to three. The core offerings include the LIFTS Online Resource Guide (a searchable directory of local services), the LIFTS Podcast (a storytelling platform featuring parenting experiences), and LIFTS Magazine (an annual publication). The organization coordinates severalCoalitions and initiatives including the Montana Home Visiting Coalition, Montana Early Childhood Coalition, Montana Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative, and Native American Initiatives. Annual programming includes the Perinatal Mental Health Conference and various training opportunities. The organization also maintains advocacy initiatives focused on safe sleep, ACEs & HOPE, doula support, and perinatal substance use awareness.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LIFTS (Linking Infants and Families To Supports): Online resource guide connecting Montana families with local resources and support services for parents and caregivers.
• LIFTS Magazine
• LIFTS Podcast
• Montana Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative
• Montana Early Childhood Coalition (MTECC)
• Montana Home Visiting Coalition
• Montana Children's Health Data Partnership Project

Products and services

• LIFTS Online Resource Guide A statewide online searchable directory connecting Montana families with mothers and babies (age 0-3) to local support services, programs, counselors, support groups, home visiting, and childcare resources. Features a search function that personalizes experiences using location data.
• Perinatal Mental Health Conference An annual in-person conference connecting professionals, advocates, and experts to explore perinatal mental health, its impact on families, and practical strategies to promote well-being. Offers 13 approved CE hours for Montana behavioral health licensees with general registration at $199 and student registration at $99.
• LIFTS Podcast A Montana-based podcast amplifying diverse voices from across the state, featuring guests sharing lived experiences from the 0-3 years of parenting journey. Available on major podcast platforms with over 100 episodes.
• LIFTS Magazine An annual print and digital magazine publication featuring stories, resources, and support information for Montana families with young children, focusing on connection, resilience, and the journey through early parenthood.
• Montana Home Visiting Coalition A network of home visiting professionals working to advocate for families across Montana, supporting voluntary home visiting services that connect trained professionals with expecting parents and families with young children.
• Montana Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative A collaborative initiative providing trainings and resources for perinatal mental health professionals and advocates in Montana, including Perinatal Mental Health 101 training sessions.
• Safe Sleep Campaign Educational campaign and resources focused on safe sleep practices for infants in Montana, including the 'SafeSleep for Baby' initiative.
• Doulas & Birthworkers Program Support and resources for doulas and birth workers in Montana, including training, professional development, and advocacy for Medicaid reimbursement for doula services following SB 319.
• ACES & HOPE Initiative
• Montana Early Childhood Coalition (MTECC)
• Look Closer at Perinatal Substance Use
• Montana Children's Health Data Partnership Project

Quantifiable outcome

• One in six Montana mothers will experience postpartum depression - HMHB provides resources and training to improve detection and support.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Montana Home Visiting CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Coalition established in 2021 to advocate for home visiting services statewide, work to expand funding and equitable access, and ensure all Montana families have opportunity to thrive. MHVC adopted new 2026-2029 strategic plan.
• Montana Early Childhood Coalition (MTECC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Statewide coalition of individuals working at community level through local early childhood coalitions and service organizations. HMHB helps convene meetings and coordinate statewide early childhood efforts with Center for Children, Families & Workforce Development and Zero to Five.
• Montana Perinatal Mental Health CollaborativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative focused on perinatal mental health training and professional development for Montana healthcare providers and birth workers.
• Berry Medicine Native Birthworks InitiativescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormerly Native American Initiatives with HMHB. Launched as independent Indigenous-led nonprofit on April 1, 2026, with focus on Indigenous maternal health and birth equity in Montana tribal communities.
• Nurse Family PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEvidence-based home visiting program connecting expecting parents with registered nurses. HMHB coordinates with NFP programs in Montana including Billings site at Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana.
• Center for Children, Families & Workforce DevelopmentmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Montana center partnering on Montana Early Childhood Coalition activities and early childhood research.
• Zero to FivemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide organization focused on early childhood development partnering on MTECC and local early childhood coalitions in Lincoln and Park Counties.
• Greater Valley Health CentermajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDr. Samantha Greenberg from Greater Valley Health Center in Kalispell leads Perinatal Mental Health 101 training sessions for HMHB. Also serves as Site Director for Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana.
• Roots Family CollaborativemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBozeman-based organization hosting 'Moms Like Me' storytelling events. HMHB Storytelling Coordinator participates and covers events for LIFTS content.
• Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured expert speakers at Resilience Rising: Positive Childhood Experiences Summit including Dr. Christina Bethell (Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative) and Dr. Donald Warne (Center for Indigenous Health).
• Montana State LegislaturemajorOthersPassed SB 319 in 2025 establishing Medicaid reimbursement path for licensed doulas in Montana. HMHB continues to support implementation and doula care advocacy.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Parents as Teachers National Center: National evidence-based home visiting and parent education model that overlaps with HMHB's Montana Home Visiting Coalition focus on early childhood and parent support.
• ZERO TO THREE: National nonprofit focused on early childhood (0-3) development, policy, and provider training. An HMHB partner in Montana that also operates at the national level with overlapping content, training, and policy priorities.
• Every Mother Counts: National nonprofit focused on maternal health, birth equity, and policy — competes with HMHB for foundation funding and shares mission overlap around pregnancy, postpartum, and rural maternal care.
• March of Dimes: National nonprofit focused on maternal and infant health with research, advocacy, and provider training programs. A broad incumbent that competes for the same donor and grant pool as HMHB but operates across all 50 states with substantially larger resources.

Direct peers

• Nurse-Family Partnership: National nonprofit that operates evidence-based nurse home visiting programs for expectant parents — a direct operational peer to the home visiting coordination work HMHB conducts in Montana through the Montana Home Visiting Coalition.
• Postpartum Support International (PSI): Nonprofit dedicated to perinatal mental health awareness, provider training, and family support — directly overlapping HMHB's Montana Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative and Perinatal Mental Health Conference offerings at the national level.
• Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of North Carolina: State-level maternal and infant health coalition with the same name, mission framing (healthy mothers, healthy babies), and programmatic portfolio of resource navigation, provider training, and policy advocacy — the closest structural peer to HMHB Montana.
• Roots Family Collaborative: Bozeman, Montana-based family collaborative that partners with HMHB on storytelling events like 'Moms Like Me.' A local Montana peer organization serving overlapping family and parent audiences through community programming.
• Center for Children, Families & Workforce Development (University of Montana): University of Montana center that partners with HMHB on the Montana Early Childhood Coalition and early childhood research — a local Montana peer organization operating in the same early childhood ecosystem.

Emerging players

• National Birth Equity Collaborative (NBEC): National nonprofit focused on birth equity and Black maternal/infant health, with training, advocacy, and doula support — adjacent to HMHB's Doulas & Birthworkers Program and Berry Medicine Indigenous birth equity work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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