New services are filling gaps in care for expecting mothers far from big hospitals. As Montana's towns grow, so does an appetite for rest, recovery and self-care.

Prenatal yoga and massage have expanded in mid-size towns.

What sets it apart

Doulas help bridge distances to regional hospitals. That detail is easy to overlook, but it helps explain the pull this place has on Montanans and visitors alike.

Community classes build support networks for new parents.

Why it matters

In the end, the story here is really a story about the northern Rockies and the people drawn to them. For a growing number of Montanans and visitors, that reset has become essential.