Stephanie López Gilmore, Director of Programs
Stephanie is a mom and exercise specialist that's qualified to provide you with safe and effective exercises from pre-conception and beyond.
Mercedes Price, Director of Compliance & Risk Management
Mercedes is a pregnancy researcher, childbirth educator, full spectrum doula, native Detroiter, wife, and mother of two toddlers. Her background is in preterm birth research and project coordination.
Paige Crawford, Prenatal Yoga Teacher
I am passionate about yoga and overall wellness, believing deeply in the transformative power of these practices to enhance quality of life. My commitment to holistic health extends to my work as a birth doula, where I believe that everyone deserves the support and care that a doula provides during the childbirth process.
Desiree Cameron, Creative Executive Director
Desiree Cameron, is originally from the east coast, and spent majority of her life in Connecticut and New York. Desiree obtained a Masters in Counseling and Business and has over 10 years experience in higher education. After having two children prematurely and experiencing the lack of adequate support and disparity in the medical system, encouraged Desiree to be an advocate for women, especially women of color…
Nicole Dailey, PT, DPT, PCES
Nicole is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapy. She found her passion for healing the body with movement while working as a pilates instructor.
Arianna Davis, Drop In Play Facilitator
Arianna Davis, a dedicated and passionate facilitator hailing from the heart of Detroit. Arianna holds a Master's degree in Social Work from University of Michigan specializing in interpersonal practice in integrated health, mental health, and substance abuse.
Reginald Day, Fatherhood Peer Support Specialist
Reginald Day is a Certified Lactation Consultant, creator of Get At Me Dad podcast, Fatherhood Expert, Southeast Michigan IBCLCs of Color, and co-Facilitator, Nature's Playhouse Fatherhood support group.
Megan Fuller, Pilates Instructor
Hailing from Detroit, Megan knows the grit Detroit natives possess. Serving areas of Detroit as a Pilates instructor, Megan has witnessed this grit first hand. While empathetic & receptive to client needs, Megan prides herself on her teaching style of showing clients what they can DO.
Tameka Jackson-Dyer BASc, IBCLC, CHW, CLE/S/C
Tameka Jackson-Dyer is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and Community Health Worker whose passion is community outreach. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Studies from Siena Heights University, multiple lactation certifications and has been honing her counseling and clinical skills in WIC agencies, OB/Gyn offices, Baby Friendly hospitals and homes throughout the metro Detroit area for over 15 years.
Fervy Jimenez, Family Enrichment Instructor & Sleep Coach
Fervy is Michigan's pioneering Certified Mama Coach, bringing over 14 years of invaluable experience as a registered nurse and the proud mom of two wonderful boys.
Maryanne Jones, RCIS, RCES, AHA Certified Instructor
As a certified American Heart Association Instructor, Maryanne has taught CPR to thousands of new parents, grandparents, students and colleagues.
Tanja Krupa, Certified Reflexologist & Reiki Master Teacher
Tanja is a Usui/Holy Fire and Karuna Reiki Master Teacher and Sacred Childbirth with Reiki practitioner who has studied all levels of Reiki with William Rand, Founder of the International Center for Reiki.
Alice Lucas, Yoga Instructor
Alice is a passionate and dedicated multi-disciplinary 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher. She specializes in Prenatal, Postnatal, Baby, and Kids Yoga.
Kate Manipon, C-FSD (BADT), CLC
Kate is a certified full spectrum doula, certified lactation counselor, and placenta encapsulation specialist who has been supporting families in the childbearing year since 2015.
Meaghan Nash, Drop In Play Facilitator & Yoga Instructor
Meaghan Nash has always wanted to be a mom and thrives in family focused communities. Her two passionate boys are her greatest gifts and teachers. When she’s not hanging with her kiddos, she’s teaching yoga.
Chris Porter, Fatherhood Peer Support Specialist
Chris is a husband, girl dad, brother, servant leader, and advocate for all things maternal and mental health. His focus is on changing the narrative of supportive partners in pregnancy and postpartum; and creating tools for healthy relationships.
Lauren Vaughn, Fitness Instructor
Lauren specializes in pre and post-natal strength training, offering tailored programs that empower mothers through all stages of pregnancy and beyond. She is deeply committed to creating a supportive and fun environment where both mothers and children can embrace fitness as a joyful part of their lives.
Marganit Weinberg PT, DPT, PCES
Marganit is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapy. Marganit believes in a holistic treatment approach in order to get the best results for her clients.