Doula support for families, birth workers & a stronger Lansing community
Helping us Grow (HUG) connects pregnant and parenting people with compassionate doula care while supporting Black and BIPOC doulas through mentorship, referrals, professional development, and community
OUR MISSION
Support before, during, and beyond birth.
Pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting can bring a whole garden of feelings.
Excitement. Questions. Decisions. The “wait, is this normal?” moments.
Helping Us Grow Doula Collective, also known as HUG, was created to make doula
care easier to understand, access, and trust. We support families looking for respectful,
informed, and culturally responsive care, while also helping doulas grow their
confidence, visibility, and connection in the community.
At the heart of our work is a simple belief: everyone deserves support that helps them
feel heard, cared for, and confident.
How can we support you?
Whether you are looking for a doula or growing your work as a birthworker, you are in the right place.
FOR FAMILIES
Learn what doulas do, explore birth and postpartum support, and find trusted care for your pregnancy, birth, and parenting journey.
FOR DOULAS
Members of the Collective can connect with mentorship, professional development, referrals, outreach opportunities, and a supportive community of birthworkers.
WHAT WE DO
Growing access to doula care, one family and birthworker at a time.
HUG is more than a referral resource. We are a community-centered collective working to improve access to doula support and strengthen the network of doulas serving families in the Greater Lansing area.
DOULA CARE EDUCATION
Helping families understand what doulas do, how doula care works, and what support may look like during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
FAMILY CONNECTION
Connecting families with trained doulas who offer compassionate, culturally responsive support.
BIRTHWORKER SUPPORT
Offering doulas mentorship, peer connection, professional development, and resources to support their practice.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Creating opportunities for education, advocacy, events, and conversations that support stronger birth outcomes.
Looking for extra support during pregnancy, birth, or postpartum?
A doula provides non-medical emotional, physical, and informational support for pregnant and postpartum people and their families. Doulas can help you prepare for birth, understand your options, communicate your preferences, and feel more supported as you welcome your baby.
SUPPORT MAY INCLUDE:
Prenatal visits and birth planning
Comfort measures during labor
Advocacy and communication support
Postpartum care and recovery support
Breastfeeding or infant feeding support
Newborn care guidance
Support for partners, siblings, and the whole family
READY TO FIND A DOULA?
HUG is affiliated with the Michigan Black Birthworker Directory, a resource created to help families connect with Black birthworkers across Michigan.
Use the directory to explore doulas, learn more about their services, and connect directly with someone who feels like the right fit for your family.
A supportive place for Doulas to learn, connect, and grow.
HUG supports Black and BIPOC doulas who are building their practice, growing their confidence, and serving families across the Lansing area and beyond.
Whether you are newly trained or already working with families, the collective offers connection, encouragement, and practical support so you do not have to figure it all out alone.
THROUGH HUG, DOULAS MAY ACCESS:
Mentorship and peer support
Professional development opportunities
Community outreach and events
Client referrals and networking
Business and marketing support
Guidance with Medicaid billing and administrative needs
A community of birthworkers committed to care, equity, and advocacy
BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. It’s an inclusive term used to recognize communities that have historically experienced racial inequities and underrepresentation.
Support before, during, and beyond birth.
Whether you are preparing for birth, adjusting to life with a new baby, looking for a doula, or growing your work as a birthworker, HUG is here to help you take the next step with clarity and care.