Maajtaag Mnobmaadzid ("A Start of a Healthy Life")
Healthy Start & Family Spirit
Pregnancy and parenting aren’t always easy – and everyone could use a little support! By combining traditional teachings and values with today’s knowledge of health and development, Healthy Start & Family Spirit are here to support the building of strong families and strong nations. Services are available to families from pregnancy until your child’s 5th birthday.
Healthy Start & Family Spirit is open to all families in Southeastern Michigan, with a focus on the Native American and other indigenous communities. There are no income or insurance requirements. Home-based support is available within 45 miles of Detroit.
También ofrecemos el programa en español, para familias de Latinoamérica y el caribe.
To register or for more information, please contact our Healthy Start Program at (313) 846-6030
Parent Support
Meet with our team 1-2 times per month at your home or wherever is most convenient for you.
Get answers to your questions about pregnancy and parenting, including childbirth education and breastfeeding support.
Learn about health and safety for yourself and your little one using theFamily Spiritcurriculum – created by and for Native families.
Track your child’s development and get tools and strategies to help your child learn.
Receive emotional support during this important phase in your life.
Be connected with resources for food, housing, and baby items.
Community Programming
Parent-child playgroups
Annual baby celebrations
Presentations about traditional prenatal and postpartum practices
Infant massage classes
Car seat checks
And more!
Offered in-person AND virtually. Events vary throughout the year, so contact us for more information or join our Facebook group.