Posts by Jodi Graves
Seamless Sleep Coaching: From Day One to Dreamland with MFD & MFN
At Michigan Family Doulas (MFD), we’ve always focused on building strong foundations for families during the crucial postpartum phase. We help you navigate the initial sleepless nights, establish confidence, and embrace the chaos. But what happens when the initial fog lifts, and you’re ready to tackle those bigger sleep coaching milestones? That’s where our sister…
Read MoreSet It & Forget It: The Crock-Pot Meal for New Moms
Life with a newborn is a beautiful whirlwind. For breastfeeding moms in our Michigan community, finding time to prepare healthy, nourishing meals can feel like an impossible task. We get it! You’re juggling feedings, diaper changes, and trying to grab a few precious moments of rest. Try this Crock-Pot Meal for New Moms! At Michigan…
Read MoreSweet Dreams & Safe Sleep: What Grandma Knew (and What We Know Now!)
This Infant Safe Sleep Month, let’s talk about how much safe sleep advice has evolved and, more importantly, why.
Read MoreBeyond the “Bounce Back”: A Postpartum Fitness & Health Guide for National Women’s Health and Fitness Day
On September 24th, we celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, a time to focus on the well-being and strength of women everywhere. The postpartum journey is a powerful, transformative experience, but the pressure to “bounce back” can make the conversation around health and fitness feel overwhelming. At Michigan Family Doulas, we believe that postpartum…
Read MoreWhat Is the Difference Between a Night Nanny and a Doula?
When you’re preparing to welcome a new baby, you’ll quickly find there are many types of support professionals available—night nannies, postpartum doulas, newborn care specialists, and more. Two of the most common roles parents ask about are night nannies and doulas. While both provide valuable help during the postpartum period, their roles are quite different.…
Read MoreCrispy & Sweet: Easy Air Fryer Apple Rings for a Quick Fall Snack
As the beautiful Michigan air turns crisp and the apple orchards are overflowing with their harvest, we’re all looking for ways to enjoy the season’s bounty. For new and busy parents, though, time is a precious commodity. That’s why we at Michigan Family Doulas love to share recipes that are quick, nourishing, and can be…
Read MoreFrom Postpartum Doula to Nanny: Your Guide to Family Care in Metro Detroit
The world of postpartum and newborn care can be confusing, with a variety of titles that sound similar but offer very different services. For families in Metro Detroit, knowing the difference between a postpartum doula and a night nurse—or a nanny and a newborn care specialist—is key to getting the right family care support. Michigan…
Read MoreWhy I Built Michigan Family Nannies
When I started my journey with Michigan Family Doulas, my passion was simple: to bring genuine, loving support to families right here in our own Southeast Michigan community. Every day, I am so grateful for the trust you have placed in us. To care for you during the most vulnerable and beautiful moments of your…
Read MoreDay 6: Life With My Newborn (and My Sanity… Sort Of)
Sleep Update It’s day six of my life with a newborn and I’m 93% sure I’m now part raccoon. Not because of my appetite for trash (although last night’s dinner of cold mac & cheese eaten over the sink might qualify), but because of the dark circles under my eyes and my tendency to hiss…
Read MoreOur Favorite One-Pan Zucchini Recipe to Use Up Your Michigan Harvest
If you live in Michigan, garden, or know anyone else who gardens, you have some zucchini sitting on your counter right now that needs to be eaten. It is that time of year, when the zucchini harvest is always plentiful in Michigan! Let’s get your question answered though – how do I use this up…
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