Daddy Bootcamp

Join Us for a Daddy Bootcamp: Virtual Class for Expecting Fathers!

By Jodi Graves | February 8, 2025

Are you an expecting father who wants to be as prepared as possible for your new arrival? Do you think you know how to diaper, bathe, feed, burp, soothe, and carry your baby? Or are you slightly intimidated by all the terms you’ve heard: lactation, lochia, night sweats, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, and so…

Chia Pudding

Tiramisu Chia Pudding

By Jodi Graves | February 5, 2025

This delicious vegan tiramisu chia pudding recipe takes about 5 minutes to make using ingredients packed full of healing nutrition. It comes from one my favorite food bloggers, The Cheap Lazy Vegan. Check out more of my postpartum and pregnancy approved recipes here! Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 5 minutes  Servings: 2 Calories: 314kcal Equipment Ingredients Instructions Nutrition…

How to Use Pumped Milk for Better Baby Sleep: The Importance of Tryptophan

By Jodi Graves | February 3, 2025
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We all know about tryptophan—it’s the chemical in turkey that makes us sleepy after we gorge ourselves on Thanksgiving. But did you know that tryptophan is also an essential amino acid that plays a crucial role in our sleep patterns? Let’s dive deeper into what tryptophan is and how it benefits both adults and infants.…

Postpartum Recovery

Unlock Your Postpartum Potential with Michigan Family Doulas and Fit is Getting Real!

By Jodi Graves | February 1, 2025
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Are you ready to embrace a healthier, happier postpartum recovery? Michigan Family Doulas (MFD) is thrilled to offer an exclusive package in collaboration with Katelyn from Fit is Getting Real (FIGR) for just $350! This February, when you purchase this package, you’ll also receive a free copy of the MFD+FIGR Postpartum Cookbook and Meal Plan…

butternut squash

Stuffed Butternut Squash 

By Jodi Graves | January 30, 2025

This stuffed butternut squash is a hearty, savory dish with creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh spinach—perfect for the Fall or Winter seasons. Butternut squash is packed with essential nutrients like vitamins A and C, which support immune function and skin health. It’s also high in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a…

birth with confidence

Birth with Confidence: How to Take Control of Your Birth Experience

By Jodi Graves | January 28, 2025

Welcoming a new baby into the world is a once-in-a-lifetime experience-different with each child. Every birth story is unique, filled with moments that will be cherished forever. While some aspects of this journey are beyond your control, there are many ways you can shape your birth experience to align with your hopes and dreams. At…

Seasonal Eating; Nourishing Winter Bowls

Seasonal Eating; Nourishing Winter Bowls

By Jodi Graves | January 23, 2025
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If you have ever talked to me about nutrition, you know I am all about seasonal eating! Aligning one’s diet with the changing seasons is believed to promote balance, harmony, and overall well-being. It’s winter here in the US….so let’s dig into some colorful veggies! Serves: 4 Ingredients: Instructions: Sweet potatoes are ‘complex carbohydrates’ which will…

Maternal Health Awareness

Maternal Health Awareness Day: Know What’s at Stake

By Jodi Graves | January 21, 2025

Did you know that 40 million women every year who give birth suffer from long-term detrimental health complications that have never been seen in generations before us? As we approach Maternal Health Awareness Day on January 23, 2025, it’s crucial to shine a light on the importance of maternal health and the ongoing efforts to…

Metro Detroit Postpartum Doula Package

Keeping Your Newborn Healthy: Tips to Prevent Passing on Illness

By Jodi Graves | January 17, 2025

Welcoming a newborn into your home is a joyous occasion, but it also comes with the responsibility of keeping your little one healthy and safe. Newborns have delicate immune systems, making them more susceptible to illnesses. Here are some essential tips to prevent passing on illness to your newborn, along with how Michigan Family Doulas…

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