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Our Business Collective
The Center for the Childbearing Year, LLC, located at 722 Brooks Street near downtown Ann Arbor, houses a collective of independent businesses serving childbearing families and support professionals. Together, we have you covered! Social, educational, emotional, and hands-on support. The following programs and services are offered.
Center for the Childbearing Year, LLC
The Center offers educational programs and materials for expectant and new parents, as well as training and certification programs for professionals and aspiring professionals in the field of maternal and infant health. A lending library and community resources are available. Patty Brennan is the owner/director. Email Patty
The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor, LLC
The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor, LLC offers educational programs for expectant and new parents, as well as lactation consultant services on site, support groups for breastfeeding mothers, and a store stocking everything a breastfeeding mother may need, accompanied by expert, individualized service. Training to become a professional lactation consultant or fulfill continuing education requirements for certified professionals now available! The Breastfeeding Center also serves as a depot for human breast milk and is affiliated with the Milk Bank at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Barbara Robertson is a board certified lactation consultant and is the Director of The Breastfeeding Center. Email Barbara
New Moon Midwifery
New Moon Midwifery is a homebirth midwifery practice, with Certified Professional Midwife Amanda Howell and her apprentice(s). Prenatal and some postpartum care are provided on site. Email New Moon Midwifery.
Michelle Massey Barnes Photography
Onsite studio features photography that captures the heart of children and families. Natural lighting gives your images an intimate and artistic look and feel. Our time together is relaxed and personal so the natural beauty of your family can shine through. Birth photography also available. Email Michelle.