Upcoming events.
There’s always something going on in the Willow Tree Community. Whether you are joining our Community of Families Festival, trying on a new sling at a babywearing meet-up, or signing up for a Childbirth Education class, you’ll find an event that’s right for you.
Scroll down to learn more about our individual events.
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This breastfeeding basics class is currently provided free to all for a limited time through our MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class will teach you the basics of breastfeeding from getting a good latch, to how you know if your baby is getting enough milk, common breastfeeding troubleshooting, and so much more. The class is taught by Natosha Sage-El Bylsma IBCLC of Next Generation Lactation Services. RSVP is required to attend this class.
RSVP CLOSED- Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 April Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
This class is at capacity and cannot accept any more sign-ups. Please see next month’s class options to sign up for this class.
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP CLOSED—Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 April Series—Class 2 Birth Planning and Preparing for Postpartum Success
This class is at capacity and cannot accept any more sign-ups. Please see next month’s class options to sign up for this class.
Join us as Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP CLOSED Newborn Care Class
This class is at capacity and cannot take any more students.
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
RSVP CLOSED Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and cannot accept any more attendees. Please see another month to sign up for this class.
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Meet The Doulas: April Event
Looking for a doula? Trying to figure our what the heck a doula is? Know the basics but are curious what benefits comes with having a doula? Come to our free Meet the Doulas event! We have birth doulas, postpartum doulas, bereavement doulas, and more! There will be a chance to meet doulas, ask questions, and interview a variety to find the one that is the right fit for you. Many of our doulas accept Medicaid insurances, which completely cover many doula services, and all our doulas offer payment plans.
RSVP is not required, but does help us make sure there’s adequate seating prepared.
RSVP Closed—Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and cannot accept any new sign-ups. Please see another month to sign up for Infant CPR.
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This breastfeeding basics class is currently provided free to all for a limited time through our MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class will teach you the basics of breastfeeding from getting a good latch, to how you know if your baby is getting enough milk, common breastfeeding troubleshooting, and so much more. The class is taught by Natosha Sage-El Bylsma IBCLC of Next Generation Lactation Services. RSVP is required to attend this class.
Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 May Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP CLOSED—Newborn Care Class
This class is at capacity and cannot take any more students. Please see a different month to sign up for this class.
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 May Series—Class 2 Birth Planning and Preparing for Postpartum Success
Join us as Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP CLOSED Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and cannot take more students. Please see another month to join this class.
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
RSVP CLOSED Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and cannot take any more attendees. Please see a different month to attend this class.
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 June Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 June Series—Class 2 Birth Planning and Preparing for Postpartum Success
Join us as Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Meet The Doulas: June Event
Looking for a doula? Trying to figure our what the heck a doula is? Know the basics but are curious what benefits comes with having a doula? Come to our free Meet the Doulas event! We have birth doulas, postpartum doulas, bereavement doulas, and more! There will be a chance to meet doulas, ask questions, and interview a variety to find the one that is the right fit for you. Many of our doulas accept Medicaid insurances, which completely cover many doula services, and all our doulas offer payment plans.
RSVP is not required, but does help us make sure there’s adequate seating prepared.
Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 July Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 July Series—Class 2 Birth Planning and Preparing for Postpartum Success
Join us as Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Meet The Doulas: August Event
Looking for a doula? Trying to figure our what the heck a doula is? Know the basics but are curious what benefits comes with having a doula? Come to our free Meet the Doulas event! We have birth doulas, postpartum doulas, bereavement doulas, and more! There will be a chance to meet doulas, ask questions, and interview a variety to find the one that is the right fit for you. Many of our doulas accept Medicaid insurances, which completely cover many doula services, and all our doulas offer payment plans.
RSVP is not required, but does help us make sure there’s adequate seating prepared.
Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 September Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 September Series—Class 2 Birth Planning and Preparing for Postpartum Success
Join us as Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP Closed Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and cannot accept more students. Please see another class.
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Infant CPR Class
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
CommUNITY of Families Festival 2025
This Summer on September 27th we are hosting our second annual CommUNITY of Families event on the lawn of the Willow Tree Family Center. This event's goal is to connect and celebrate health, wellness, and Lansing families.
Willow Tree Family Center is dedicated to creating the resources to support Lansing Families and help them thrive. Our event will include vendor and resource tables, food, presenters, care providers to interview, a free baby-item store, a kids area and more!
If you are a vendor who would like to get a table, send us a message. Otherwise, no RSVP is needed for this event, but we would appreciate if you share the word, and say you are going to our event on Facebook!
Meet The Doulas: October Event
Looking for a doula? Trying to figure our what the heck a doula is? Know the basics but are curious what benefits comes with having a doula? Come to our free Meet the Doulas event! We have birth doulas, postpartum doulas, bereavement doulas, and more! There will be a chance to meet doulas, ask questions, and interview a variety to find the one that is the right fit for you. Many of our doulas accept Medicaid insurances, which completely cover many doula services, and all our doulas offer payment plans.
RSVP is not required, but does help us make sure there’s adequate seating prepared.
Home Birth Childbirth Education Class
Alexandra Harper-Brees, a doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience, and home-birthing mother of 3, teaches this FREE 3 hour childbirth education class focused on those planning to birth at home. This class is for those planning a home birth with a homebirth midwife. Thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
In This class Learn:
-Physiology of birth
-What to expect at each stage
-How to cope with contractions without pain medication
-How to maximize your support systems
-How to make a plan in case of transfer
-Common labor patterns
-Ideal fetal positioning support
-How to prepare for postpartum
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP CLOSED Newborn Care Class
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see next months classes to sign up for this class!
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
RSVP CLOSED Infant CPR Class
This class is acapacity and cannot accept more students. Please see another month to sign up.
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This breastfeeding basics class is currently provided free to all for a limited time through our MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class will teach you the basics of breastfeeding from getting a good latch, to how you know if your baby is getting enough milk, common breastfeeding troubleshooting, and so much more. The class is taught by Natosha Sage-El Bylsma IBCLC of Next Generation Lactation Services. RSVP is required to attend this class.
RSVP CLOSED Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see next months classes to sign up for this class!
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Meet The Doulas: February Event
Looking for a doula? Trying to figure our what the heck a doula is? Know the basics but are curious what benefits comes with having a doula? Come to our free Meet the Doulas event! We have birth doulas, postpartum doulas, bereavement doulas, and more! There will be a chance to meet doulas, ask questions, and interview a variety to find the one that is the right fit for you. Many of our doulas accept Medicaid insurances, which completely cover many doula services, and all our doulas offer payment plans.
RSVP is not required, but does help us make sure there’s adequate seating prepared.
RSVP CLOSED- Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 February Series—Class 2 Birth Planning and Preparing for Postpartum Success
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see next months classes to sign up for this class!
Join us as Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This breastfeeding basics class is currently provided free to all for a limited time through our MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class will teach you the basics of breastfeeding from getting a good latch, to how you know if your baby is getting enough milk, common breastfeeding troubleshooting, and so much more. The class is taught by Natosha Sage-El Bylsma IBCLC of Next Generation Lactation Services. RSVP is required to attend this class.
RSVP CLOSED- Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 February Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see next months classes to sign up for this class!
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Classes build upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend the full series. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
RSVP CLOSED Infant CPR Class
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see next months classes to sign up for this class!
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
RSVP CLOSED Newborn Care Class
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see next months classes to sign up for this class!
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
FULL Childbirth Education Class Part 2/2 January Series—Class 2: newborn care birth planning and preparing for postpartum success
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see our February class series for childbirth education!
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 2 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to both classes. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
FULL Childbirth Education Class Part 1/2 January Series—Class 1 Pregnancy, Labor, Birth Rights, and Birth Planning
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see our February class series for childbirth education!
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 2 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend both classes. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 2 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy.Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience. This class also covers birth rights, common interventions or decisions made during labor and pushing, how to find evidence-based information, and how to build a birth plan. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Infant CPR Class
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
Newborn Care Class
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
Infant CPR Class
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
FULL Childbirth Education Class Part 3/3 December Series—Class 3: newborn care birth planning and preparing for postpartum success
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see our January class series for childbirth education!
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend all 3. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
FULL Childbirth Education Class Part 2/3 December Series—Class 2 Labor, Birth Rights, and Birth Planning
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see our January class series for childbirth education!
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend all 3. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers birth rights, common interventions or decisions made during labor and pushing, how to find evidence-based information, and how to build a birth plan. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Newborn Care Class
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This breastfeeding basics class is currently provided free to all for a limited time through our MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class will teach you the basics of breastfeeding from getting a good latch, to how you know if your baby is getting enough milk, common breastfeeding troubleshooting, and so much more. The class is taught by Natosha Sage-El Bylsma IBCLC of Next Generation Lactation Services. RSVP is required to attend this class.
FULL Childbirth Education Class Part 1/3 December Series—Class 1 Pregnancy Support and Mechanics of Birth
This class is at capacity and can no longer accept new attendees. Please see our January class series for childbirth education!
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend all 3. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This first class in the 3 part series covers optimal nutrition in pregnancy and what it prevents, mechanics of childbirth, how hormones work, how to increase the chances of baby being in an ideal position, birth location options, birth rights, and considering due date accuracy.Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Infant CPR Class
This infant CPR class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers everything you need to know to respond to an emergency with your baby. With hands-on practice and an experienced teacher, you can feel confident in keeping your baby safe. RSVP is required to take this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034
FULL Newborn Care Class
This class is now at capacity. Please sign up for a class scheduled in December or beyond.
This newborn care class is provided FREE to everyone for a limited time as part of the MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class covers all the basics of newborn care from diapering, bathing, fingernails, well-baby check-ups and more to help you feel empowered as you being your journey as a family.
RSVP is required to attend this class. It is taught by Taylor Bodell a professional birth and postpartum doula and mother of 3. Contact Taylor directly at taylorbodellbirthservices@yahoo.com or via text or call at 517.908.5241 for class-specific questions.
Infant Sleep Class
This infant sleep class is currently provided free to everyone through the MI Empowered Family Grant!
This class covers all of the tools to help your baby and yourself get a good nights sleep. It provides an understanding of biological infant sleep and gentle methods to help you both succeed in getting the rest you need. RSVP is required to attend this class.
Contact Michelle Haskell at michellehaskellbirth@gmail.com or via text or call at 517.290.3034 for class-specific questions.
November Babywearing Meet-Up
Come join us for our free November babywearing meetup. Peer to peer support for babywearing will be available. You can bring your carriers for help with them or try one of the carriers from our library. If you would like to check out a carrier from the library, it is a $30 annual fee to be a member of the lending library (can be paid via PayPal).
Childbirth Education for Home Birth
Alexandra Harper-Brees, a doula and childbirth educator with 9 years of experience, and home-birthing mother of 3, teaches this FREE 4 hour childbirth education class focused on those planning to birth at home. This class is for those planning a home birth with a homebirth midwife. Normally priced at $100, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
In This class Learn:
-Physiology of birth
-What to expect at each stage
-How to cope with contractions without pain medication
-How to maximize your support systems
-How to make a plan in case of transfer
-common labor patterns
-Ideal fetal positioning support
-How to prepare for postpartum
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This breastfeeding basics class is currently provided free to all for a limited time through our MI Empowered Family Grant.
This class will teach you the basics of breastfeeding from getting a good latch, to how you know if your baby is getting enough milk, common breastfeeding troubleshooting, and so much more. The class is taught by Natosha Sage-El Bylsma IBCLC of Next Generation Lactation Services. RSVP is required to attend this class.
Free Store Open
The Willow Tree Community Free store is a collection of gently-used maternity, baby, and family items that are completely free for members of the Lansing community. Whether you are looking for a stroller, a bunch of onesies, a breast pump, or more, we may have it in the free store! RSVP is not necessary for our free store hours.
We are currently setting up a schedule of free store hours. Contact us to learn when it will be open or to request browsing of the free store by appointment. Also contact us to donate items, or leave gently used items on the tables at the side porch of Willow Tree.
Childbirth Education Class Part 3/3 October Series—Class 3: newborn care birth planning and preparing for postpartum success
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend all 3. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers all the common procedures for newborns, how to find evidence-based information for your birth plan, what to expect with initiating breastfeeding, and how to set yourself up for success postpartum. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Childbirth Education Class Part 2/3 October Series—Class 2 Labor, Birth Rights, and Birth Planning
Alexandra Harper-Brees teaches this FREE 3 part childbirth education class. Each class builds upon each other and attendees are encouraged to attend all 3. Normally priced at $150, thanks to the MI Empowered Family grant it is free to everyone for a limited time.
This class covers birth rights, common interventions or decisions made during labor and pushing, how to find evidence-based information, and how to build a birth plan. Taught by a professional birth doula and childbirth educator with 8 years of experience.
RSVP is required to take this class. Please text or call Alexandra at 517.917.0090 or alexandra.harperbrees@gmail.com with class-specific questions
Become A Volunteer
Willow Tree is completely volunteer run and we can always use more hands to make these dreams realities. Do you have a certain demographic of families you want to help? Do you have a class you want to share? Do you just have time or resources you want to put toward helping your community thrive? If so, join our volunteer community.