How You Birth Doulas

09/09/2026

Do you know a parent who might have interest in partnering for change? Check out and share this opportunity!

09/09/2026

Come learn about How YOU Birth Doula Initiative, and so much more, at the Partnership for Health Conference next Tuesday, September 15th from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Delta Hotels in Muskegon!

09/02/2026

For anyone and everyone who is interested in learning more about how to Hold Mothers. Join if you can!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oVDyqZ6sYQ_XejlCFivnEOHIqxdW4pyV/view?usp=sharing

08/31/2026

Pregnant and Registered for WIC?
The University of Michigan is looking for people to join a research study to learn how to help mothers on WIC maintain a healthy diet. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_gqd9E7WoPMhT0S3WrsPqb5dnWMbpN09/view?

You may be eligible if you are:
14–26 years old
≤ 20 weeks gestation
a first-time mom
currently receiving WIC
can send/receive texts
can communicate in English
EARN UP TO $160
Sign up now
www.bit.ly/umdelivery
Learn more: usp=drive_linkCall/text: 734-237-3233

08/10/2026

Watch this video from the American Academy of Pediatrics about nursing pillows. This includes safety information for both breastfeeding AND infant safe sleep!

Nursing or breastfeeding pillows are very popular, and they can giv...

08/04/2026

Did you know that August is National Breastfeeding Month? Check out the website below to learn more and access resources!

On August 6, 2011, the USBC officially declared August as National Breastfeeding Month. Read the Proclamation . ​ ​In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month (NBM), each August the U.S....

07/27/2026

Have you ever wondered what questions to ask a Doula? How do you decide who will be YOUR Doula? Check out this document that may help!

07/10/2026

The How YOU Birth Doula Initiative has been making an impact in Muskegon since its birth in 2023! Our Doulas have assisted in 115 births, with more babies due soon and more Doulas being trained starting today!

Do you want to be a part of this impact? If so, consider joining our Board of Directors!

We are currently seeking 3 individuals to join this energetic and visionary Board. Please visit www.howyoubirth.org/join-us to complete the interest form or for more information about How YOU Birth. If you have someone else in mind, please share!

Contact [email protected] with questions.

We bring Ideas to reality. We are looking for passionate, motivated, and energetic individuals to join our Board of Directors! Interest Form

07/02/2026

How YOU Birth was BLESSED to receive this grant in 2025 and it has given us the capacity to train up to 10 How YOU Birth Doula members!! We are thankful and grateful to the Community Foundation for Muskegon County for making this happen. We encourage other nonprofits to apply for 2026!!

📣 Grant applications are now open for the LEAD (Leading Efforts Against Discrimination) Giving Circle!

LEAD is investing in organizations that are building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive Muskegon County. Nonprofits, religious organizations, and units of government are invited to apply for funding to support work that strengthens belonging, creates opportunities for learning, and supports marginalized populations.

🗓️ Applications are due by 11:59 PM on Thursday, July 30.
🔗 Apply today: https://buff.ly/fccDX55

If your organization is working to create a community where everyone belongs, we encourage you to apply.

06/01/2026

https://rxkids.org/communities/muskegon/

Muskegon residents: qualify to receive $1,500 during pregnancy and $500/month for 6 months via Rx Kids — supporting infant & maternal health locally.