Helping Us Grow

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 from 11AM-3PM!
Have you ever wanted to ask a doula a question?
Whether you’re expecting a baby or interested in becoming a doula, stop by and connect with the doulas trained through the ICHD HUG Doula Program!

While you’re here, enjoy a pastry and a cup of coffee!

Black history is community care, collective power, and showing up for one another. We honor the Black leaders, healers, and birthworkers who continue to shape our future. 🖤✨

Meeting at the Black Mothers Breastfeeding Association Conference in September was an absolute pleasure! Her thoughtful, inclusive designs truly stand out, it's clear she's passionate about storytelling. These postcards have been a hit at doula training, so take a moment to check out and support ! 💚🤎

It's disheartening to see our Black birthing people and mothers face this. That's why our advocacy is crucial and showing up for your community counts! Doulas, your role is vital! YOUR WORK MATTERS!!!

Considering a career as a doula? We're looking for passionate individuals to become postpartum doulas! In this role, you'll provide vital support to new parents after birth. Develop your skills through our training and mentoring program with the Ingham County Health Department. Link to apply in bio! Don't miss out - applications close 10/24.

K E N D R A✨🪴
Hi Kendra
Birth & Postpartum
Kendra received training through the ICHD’s Black doula program, Helping US Grow! This program is about more than training, it’s about investing in our communities and uplifting Black families across Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties.

Over four intensive days, these doulas completed 40 hours of comprehensive, culturally-rooted training and are now ready to support, advocate for, and walk alongside birthing families!

A 💎Jewl in the Lansing community 💎 meet: Julia Powers!
Birth & Postpartum, Lactation Specialist
Julia received training through the ICHD’s Black doula program, Helping US Grow! This program is about more than training, it’s about investing in our communities and uplifting Black families across Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties.

Hey! It’s Monday! Let’s meet a ✨DOULA✨
Say Hello to Tabitha 👋🏾!
Birth & Postpartum
Tabitha received training through the ICHD’s Black doula program, Helping US Grow! This program is about more than training, it’s about investing in our communities and uplifting Black families across Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties.

Over four intensive days, these doulas completed 40 hours of comprehensive, culturally-rooted training and are now ready to support, advocate for, and walk alongside birthing families!

Meet a Doula Mondays:
Say Hello to Candice🎉

Candice received training through the ICHD Black doula program, Helping US Grow! This program is about more than training, it’s about investing in our communities and uplifting Black families across Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties.

Over four intensive days, these doulas completed 40 hours of comprehensive, culturally-rooted training and are now ready to support, advocate for, and walk alongside birthing families!

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Meet a Doula Mondays:
Say Hello to LaTrisha 👋🏾hands.doula.care
LaTrisha received training through the ICHD Black doula program, Helping US Grow! This program is about more than training, it’s about investing in our communities and uplifting Black families across Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties.

Over four intensive days, these doulas completed 40 hours of comprehensive, culturally-rooted training and are now ready to support, advocate for, and walk alongside birthing families!

💚💙Black Maternal Mental Health Week( July 19-25) 💙💚
We are committed to creating safe, supportive spaces where Black families are heard, affirmed, and cared for. Together, we can break the stigma, advocate for better care, and pour into our own healing.

You deserve rest. You deserve joy. You deserve care. Your mental health matters every day!