About Us

Mother and Unborn Baby Care in Southfield, MI is a Catholic, Christ-centered 501(c)3 organization serving the metro Detroit community since 1984. MAUBC operates a pregnancy resource center to assist women who, because of the difficult obstacles they face, are deciding whether to continue their pregnancies. Each year, we provide hundreds of women of all races and faith backgrounds with confidential and nonjudgmental no-cost services, as well as referrals for high-quality medical care, adoption, and other resources. We also contribute to a culture of life through outreach to schools, churches and other community groups.  

MAUBC receives no government funding. Your tax-deductible donation will make a difference in protecting women and their babies. Please consider supporting our mission through a donor-advised fund or planned / legacy gift. Learn other ways you can get involved or call (248) 559-7576.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3250, Southfield, MI 48037 
EIN: 38-2604598 

Our History

Our organization was founded by a local Catholic couple, Mike and Peggy O'Dea, in 1984. At the time, they were raising their seven children, several of whom were adopted, yet felt called to do more. They signed up for a program to be "special friends" to pregnant moms. Soon after, they found themselves inviting pregnant moms to live with them during their pregnancy. "One night during our 2 a.m. chat (with one of the moms)," said Mike, "she told us we needed to get to the teen moms BEFORE the abortionists." Mike began to research this concept, and read an article about resource centers opening in other cities. God led them to several excited donors who helped open MAUBC (a non-residential program) in 1984.

"Christmas mornings began with calls from many mothers who sent their thanks and love for our guidance and helping them choose life," Mike added. "On one special Christmas, one of our moms knocked on our door and placed in our arms her newborn baby girl ... We can't even begin to describe the incredible joy we experienced. It just reinforced the miracle of life and what He can do through His people." 

Through the community’s faithful support, MAUBC continues to provide encouragement, compassion, help and hope to vulnerable women and their babies. 

Our mission is centered on prayer and thanksgiving for our clients and their families, our staff, board members and volunteers, and all our supporters. 

Our Patroness

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Mother and Unborn Baby Care invokes the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe and was formally consecrated to her on May 12, 2021.

It is only in this apparition that our Lady appears as pregnant. She wears a maternity band around her waist, and her head is bowed in homage to her Son whom she carries in her womb. She carries Life itself. 

We pray that Our Lady of Guadalupe will intercede on behalf of the expectant parents who come to us in fear, for the unborn children whose lives hang in the balance, and for our staff members and volunteers who extend hope and compassion. May her loving presence draw all closer to her Son and to honoring God-given life.