Resources for Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum | Free Guides & Expert Advice

Hands on Belly — Feeling overwhelmed by all the information out there? You’re not alone. That’s why I’ve curated these trusted resources to help you feel informed, supported, and confident throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Local Experts & Support in Metro Detroit

The right support makes all the difference. These trusted professionals can help you through every stage of your journey.

OB-Gyns & Midwives➡️ Where you birth and who heads your care should match your birth preferences/values.

▪️IHA – Livonia Midwives (I adore Nicole & Stephanie)
▪️IHA – Ann Arbor Midwives (pic above of Me & Ashleigh, she used to be a fellow prenatal massage therapist & doula)
▪️Henry Ford West Bloomfield Midwives (Andrea, Sarah Debs, Kelley Hammis, Sara Mertz, Lynne Rife, Trish Scane (we go waaay back), Marie Wall)
▪️UofM, Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital This is a large group of OBs and MWs. (I highly recommend Dr. Sara Frost for her stellar prenatal and well-woman care. I’ve been in the OR with Dr. Laura Phang, who demonstrated incredible patient care for women whose babies came via cesarean. I’ve worked with many UofM midwives. A few I’ve known for a long time are Sarah Hakala, Mary Milkey, Debra Rhizal)

Lactation Consultants, IBCLCs ➡️Expert help with infant feeding. I say they have “master’s degrees” in breastfeeding!

▪️In Home Lactation Specialists, LLC
▪️Huron River Lactation

Prenatal & Postpartum Massage ➡️Relief from aches and pains before and after baby comes.

▪️Oakland Prenatal Massage I’ve been referring all new prenatal and postpartum massage inquiries to Kristen. We’ve known each other for years & she is amazing!

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists ➡️Specialized care to prevent and treat common issues

▪️Dr. Rachael Elizabeth in Rochester Hills
▪️Dr. Luba Khakham in Farmington

Maternal Mental Health Counseling, Therapy, Peer Groups, and Loss Support ➡️Specialized support for mental health complications and pregnancy/infant loss

▪️Free help to connect you to mental health support MC3
▪️Postpartum Support International
▪️Detroit Counseling Collective
▪️Return to Zero HOPE
▪️Sands

Support for Domestic/Interpersonal Violence or Substance Use Disorder ➡️You deserve to feel safe and treated with dignity. These organizations can help you out of a dangerous situation.

▪️Michigan’s Domestic Violence Hotline
▪️National Domestic Violence Hotline
▪️Women’s Shelters, Identify Abuse, Get Help
▪️Turning Point Emergency Services for DV/Human Trafficking, & Sexual Violence
▪️Haven Help for Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault in Oakland County
▪️She Recovers Foundation Trauma, Mental Health, & Substance Use

Hands-On and Overnight Postpartum Doulas, Birth Photography ➡️These ladies offer things like meal prep and light housekeeping. Nicole also offers birth photography.

▪️SEM Premier Doulas Erin, Rachel, Latonya, or Margaret
▪️Empowering You Doula Services and Photography

Keepsake/Breastmilk Jewelry ➡️Memorial jewelry and an opportunity to preserve your “liquid gold” forever.

▪️Resin Vibes

Do you need a specific recommendation?

▪️Contact Exie: exie@tranquiltouchforwomen.com

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