What is B.A.B.E.?
Beds and Britches Etc. (B.A.B.E) is a community-based incentive program that provides new and used clothing and supplies for pregnant women and children up to age 5m with sizes newborn-5. The B.A.B.E. program operates stores where families can exchange coupons obtained from healthcare and social services providers for needed items.
How does B.A.B.E. work?
Pregnant women and families with children can get items from B.A.B.E. by collecting B.A.B.E. coupons from participating coupon distributors and redeeming them for items at any B.A.B.E. store.
Large items maybe be returned or exchanged only if they are found to be defective (within 2 working days). Coupons are non-transferrable. Client’s photo ID must be shown in order to redeem coupons. Coupons expire 18 months from the date received. Managers reserve the right to limit the number of items purchased.
Coupons must be filled out completely on the front by a healthcare provider. Coupons must have a signature and date of service, or they will not be accepted in B.A.B.E. stores.
Who distributes coupons?
Care Coordination Teams
Community Health OB/GYN & Pediatric Clinics
Eskenazi Community Health Centers
Eskenazi Health Center Primary Care
Health Net Health Centers
Healthy Families
IU Health Care Centers
Marion County Public Health Department
Community Based Care Clinics
•Northeast District Health Office
•Northwest District Health Office
•South District Health Office
•ACTION Health Center
Raphael Health Center
St. Vincent Primary Care Center
Franciscan Health Care Centers
Shalom Wellness Center
The Villages Healthy Family
WIC
Where are the B.A.B.E. stores located?
Community Hospital Network East Region
1400 N. Ritter St., Suite 128
317-355-5526
Hours:
Tuesday: 11am-3pm
Thursday: 11am-3pm
Eskenazi Health
Eskenazi Health Center Forest Manor
3840 N. Sherman Dr.
317-221-2223
Hours:
Monday: 12pm-4:30pm
Wednesday: 12pm-4:30pm
Friday: 12pm-4:30pm
Franciscan Health
8778 Madison Ave., Suite 100
317-528-6996
Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday: 12pm-4pm
Saturday: 8am-12pm
Ascension St. Vincent
Joshua Max Simon Primary Care Center
8414 Naab Rd.
317-338-7530
Hours:
Monday: 9am-11am
Tuesday: 1:30pm-3:30pm
Wednesday: 9am-11am
Thursday: 1:30pm-3:30pm
Ascension St. Vincent
Eskenazi Health Center Pecar
6940 N. Michigan Rd.
317-221-7578
What does B.A.B.E. offer?
Item: Coupons Needed
Sheets: 1 coupon
Sleeper (new): 1 coupon
2 Sleepers (used): 1 coupon
3 Onesies (new): 1 coupon
5 Onesies (used): 1 coupon
Clothing (new): 2 coupons
Clothing (used): 1 coupon
Coats: 3 coupons
Receiving blanket (new): 2 coupons
12 Diapers (disposable): 1 coupon
Potty Chair: 2 coupons
Bath Tub: 3 coupons
Car Seat (convertible): 6 coupons
High Chair: 6 coupons
Stroller (umbrella): 4 coupons
Crib (portable): 12 coupons
Maternity Clothing (when available): 2 coupons
Choice of Baby Lotion, Shampoo, or Wash (large): 1 coupon
Play Yard with Bassinette: 10 coupons
5 Small Items: 1 coupon
•small items may include: rattles and teethers, cups, spoons, socks, and safety items
Although some items may not always be in stock, new and used items will be restocked as quickly as possible. Items are distributed on a first come, first served basis.
How can I help B.A.B.E.?
B.A.B.E. depends on community support. You can help by:
•donating gently used or new baby clothing (up to size 5), baby essentials, and maternity clothes
•making a financial donation to help purchase items for the stores
•hosting a donation drive/”baby shower” and donating the proceeds to the B.A.B.E. stores
•volunteering
Who can I call with questions?
Call the B.A.B.E. program coordinator at 317-221-3050 for more information
B.A.B.E. Sponsors
Community Hospital Network East Region
Eskenazi Health
Franciscan Health
Marion County Public Health Department
Ascension St. Vincent