Improving maternal and perinatal outcomes
Michelle started her journey in the birth world in 2003. She is a certified birth doula, childbirth educator, postpartum doula, breastfeeding counselor, hypnotherapist, and is licensed in the state of Wisconsin as a massage therapist, and teacher. Michelle is also the founder of Mothering the Mother (a non-profit organization in Milwaukee), and the owner of MTM Training and Mentoring where she offers workshops for birth doulas, childbirth educators, postpartum doulas, early lactation, curriculum design, safety and self care for birth professionals, business for birth professionals, and more.
To learn more about Michelle click the link below to be taken to her other website.
Mothering the Mother offers a comprehensive childbirth education program. Families can attend a few classes to supplement their other educaation, or take a full series.
Mothering the Mother helps you find the doula that best suits your needs. We do not have doulas on staff, but help connect families with community doulas.
Mothering the Mother offers several different options for getting breastfeeding help. If you are struggling, or just have questions we are here to help.
Mothering the Mother is currently offering our classes virtually due to COVID,. Our classes are very unique because unlike other programs where you have to take the entire series with our classes you can pick and choose the classes that fit exactly what you are looking for. The benefit to this is you can learn what you want to, or you can add some of these classes onto what you might have already learned to complete your educational experience.
At Mothering the Mother we believe in giving back to our community so we offer our classes on a pay what you can afford basis. We ask our clients to look at their personal budget, determine how much the class is worth to them, and then simply sign up and pay what you can afford.....no questions asked.
VIRTUAL ONE ON ONE CLASS FEES: Pay what you can afford $20-$60 per class
In this class we will help you understand proper pregnancy nutrition, help you to understand warning signs and signs of labor. We also include some simple exercises to help your body prepare for the big day. Please be prepared to do some simple stretching exercises. We recommend to take this class in your second trimester and then register for the other classes in your third trimester
Learn the ins and outs of the various stages of labor. In this class you will learn what the stages are and what to expect during each stage both physically and emotionally.
This class is essential as you and your partner prepare for the big day. This class teaches both the expectant parent and the partners techniques for comfort, helping to progress labor, and so much more. This class will go over topics such as:
In this class you will learn about the various types of pain medications that might be available to you, as well as learning the risks and benefits of each one. We will also discuss many of the main medical interventions that you may be presented with in labor and explore the risks and benefits of those. When class is over you will be prepared to make educated decisions on what is in the best interest of you and your baby.
Unsure of what to expect after the baby comes? Learn all about what your mind and body will be going through physically and emotionally after the birth. We discuss how life will change after baby, help you make a plan for the easiest transition possible, and teach you about your newborn: normal newborn appearance, procedures potentially performed, sleeping and feeding patterns, safe sleep, comforting baby, and more.
This class helps to prepare you for your breastfeeding journey., and what to expect in those early hours, days and weeks. While breastfeeding is the main topic of this course we do talk a little bit about bottle feeding as well (for those parents who need to return to work or be separated from their baby for one reason or another. Specific topics included are:
Are you looking for a birth or postpartum doula? Did you know we offer referrals to doula in the community? If you are interested in getting a referral please contact using the button below and let us know when you are due, where you are birthing (for birth doulas), and a summary of what you are looking for.
We offer free email support to families in need. If you are in need of help please click the button below and contact us.
Fee: FREE
We offer phone consults, and will do everything possible to answer your questions.
$20 for up to one hour of help
We understand that it isn’t always convenient for families to come into the office for lactation assistance, so we are now offering virtual visits. In order to utilize the virtual visit you must have access to a device with a camera and microphone. We recommend having a second person in attendance to assist.
Sliding scale $30-$50 (up to 2 hrs)
We offer in office and in your home assistance on a sliding scale - you choose what you can afford to pay.
In office sliding scale $50 -$70 (up to 2 hrs of assistance)
In home sliding scale $70-$125 (up to 2 hrs of assistance)
TEMPORARILY ON HOLD DUE TO COVID
Please contact us directly with any questions, comments, or scheduling inquiries you may have.
1586 South 81st Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53214, United States
(262) 617-7461 (office) (414) 378-9524 (Michelle’s cell)
By appointment
MTM Training and Mentoring offers professional childbirth educator workshops approved by ICEA.
MTM Training and Mentoring offers professional birth doula workshops approved by ICEA
MTM Training and Mentoring offers professional postpartum doula workshops approved by ICEA.
MTM Training and Mentoring offers professional early lactation workshops approved by ICEA for continuing education.
MTM Training and Mentoring offers a full day business workshop for birth professionals who want to get their businesses up and running.
MTM Training and Mentoring offers a safety and self care workshop for birth professionals who are going into stranger's homes or traveling and teaching.
MTM Training and Mentoring offers a curriculum design workshop for new educators who are trying to create their own classes.
MTM Training and Consultations offers mentoring and consultations for
We have created this blog to help inform both our pregnant/new parents as well as our birth professionals
MTM Training and Mentoring offers childbirth education workshop approved by ICEA for certification. In our 2 day hands on and interactive training you will learn the basics of becoming a childbirth educator. You will leave with the skills to set up a classroom and curriculum and be able to start teaching. Your trainer who has been working in the birth world for more than 17 yrs, and who has been teaching or more than 20 yrs will also serve as your mentor as you move from novice educator to an experienced one.
This training is only one step towards certification and trainees should visit the ICEA website for full details on certification requirements and fees.
At this workshop we will go over all of the basics of creating a classroom, options in teaching, and getting your class up and running. We do a lot of interactive activities, have discussions, there are lectures and videos, and you get to try your hand at teaching to our group.....we touch on many different aspects and explore all types of learning styles. We also incorporate technology into the classroom. All of this provides participants the opportunity to also expand your learning and experience as we go through the two days. The topics we cover (although not in this order) include:
This workshop is VERY hands on so please dress comfortably and wear clothes you can easily move in.
The workshop runs from 9 am to approximately 6:30 pm both days. If you choose to attend the third day that runs from 9 am to 6:30 pm (or later).
For anyone planning on working for themselves I highly encourage adding on the third day business workshop for $75. Learn more about the business workshop by clicking the link above (By adding the business workshop I include unlimited phone and email mentoring support, access to my e-newsletters which help guide you through starting from training to setting up a successful business, access to my online Facebook support group, and so much more starting from the date of registration through the completion of certification).
The exact location of the in person trainings will be determined one month before the event is scheduled to occur based upon the number of people enrolled (unless it is already listed below). There must be a minimum of four people enrolled for the training to run, and there will be a limited number of late registration spots available.
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for certification (or CE's) with ICEA as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of the training, and must fulfill ICEA's requirements
3. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.)
If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
This workshop has been approved for 16.0 ICEA Contact hours. Approved for 16RCERPs. IBLCE Provider Number for ICEA is CLT116-06
If you need contact hours, CERPs, etc please verify this information with ICEA prior to registering for this workshop. MTM cannot guarantee these as ICEA needs to apply for and maintain the credential.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
MTM Training and Mentoring offers a birth doula workshop . In our 2 day training you will learn the basics of becoming an independent birth doula. Our trainings are fun and interactive. Learn hands on skills that you can utilize with clients. You will leave our training ready to be hired as a birth doula, and the best part is that your trainer (who has been a doula for over 17 yrs, and who has been teaching for more than 20 yrs) will also serve as your mentor throughout your journey as you move from novice to experienced birth doula.
This training is only one step towards certification and trainees should visit the ICEA website for full details on certification requirements and fees.
At this workshop we will go over all of the basics of becoming a birth doula. We do a lot of interactive activities, have discussions, there are lectures and videos, and you get to try your hand at providing labor support in a mock setting.....we touch on many different aspects and explore all types of learning styles. All of this provides participants the opportunity to also expand your learning and experience as we go through the two days. The topics we cover (although not in this order) include:
The first 2 days are from 9 am to approximately 6:30 pm, and the third optional day goes until 6:30 pm (or later). Class stays open the third day as long as you have business related questions and need assistance.
For anyone planning on working for themselves I highly encourage adding on the third day business workshop for $75. Learn more about the business workshop by clicking the link above (By adding the business workshop I include unlimited phone and email mentoring support, access to my e-newsletters which help guide you through starting from training to setting up a successful business, access to my online Facebook support group, and so much more starting from the date of registration through the completion of certification).
The exact location of an in person training will be determined one month before the event is scheduled to occur based upon the number of people enrolled (unless it is already listed below). There must be a minimum of four people enrolled for the training to run, and there will be a limited number of late registration spots available.
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for certification (or CE's) with ICEA as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of the training, and must fulfill ICEA's requirements
3. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.) If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
This workshop has been approved for 16.0 ICEA Contact hours. Approved for 16RCERPs. IBLCE Provider Number for ICEA is CLT116-06
If you need contact hours, CERPs, etc please verify this information with ICEA prior to registering for this workshop. MTM cannot guarantee these as ICEA needs to apply for and maintain the credential.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
READ OUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING
MTM Training offers a postpartum doula care through the first 1,000 days training that is approved by ICEA for certification purposes. In our 2 day interactive training you will learn the basics of becoming an independent postpartum doula who can provide care not only in the immediate postpartum period, but throughout the first 1,000 days of life.. You will leave your training with the skills to start your business. Your trainer who has been working in the birth world for more than 17 yrs and who has been teaching for more than 20 yrs will serve as your mentor assisting you through your journey as you go from novice postpartum doula to becoming experienced.
This training is only one step towards certification and trainees should visit the ICEA website for full details on certification requirements and fees.
At this workshop we will go over all of the basics of becoming a postpartum doula. We do a lot of interactive activities, have discussions, there are lectures and videos, and you get to try your hand at providing support in a mock setting.....we touch on many different aspects and explore all types of learning styles. All of this provides participants the opportunity to also expand your learning and experience as we go through the three days. The topics we cover (although not in this order) include:
The first 2 days are from 9 am to approximately 6:30 pm, and the third optional day goes until 6 :30pm (or later). Class stays open the third day as long as you have business related questions and need assistance.
For anyone planning on working for themselves I highly encourage adding the business workshop for $75. Learn more about the business workshop by clicking the link above (By adding the business workshop I include unlimited phone and email mentoring support from the date of registering through the completion of certification, access to my e-newsletters that take you from training to business owner in 224 days).
The exact location of an in person training will be determined one month before the event is scheduled to occur based upon the number of people enrolled (unless it is already listed below). There must be a minimum of four people enrolled for the training to run, and there will be a limited number of late registration spots available.
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for certification (or CE's) with ICEA as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of the training, and must fulfill ICEA's requirements(online trainings do not qualify for certification or CE's).
3. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.)
If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
This workshop has been approved for 16.0 ICEA contact hours. If you need contact hours, CERPs, etc please verify this information with ICEA prior to registering for this workshop. MTM cannot guarantee these as ICEA needs to apply for and maintain the credential.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
READ OUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING
Are you a birth professional who would like to improve your skills in the area of breastfeeding? Would you like to learn how you can support the families you work with by helping to educate them before the baby comes? During the immediate postpartum period? For weeks and months after the baby comes?
This is a 2 day early lactation workshop and topics discussed include- benefits of breastfeeding, correct latch, feeding frequency and duration, the role of skin to skin care, breastfeeding in special circumstances, maternal and newborn concerns, maintaining lactation when mother and infant are separated, The Baby Friendly Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, breastfeeding teaching strategies.
Workshop objectives are:
The workshop runs from 9 am to 4 pm both days.
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for CE's with ICEA I MUST attend all hours of an IN PERSON training.
3. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.)
If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
This workshop when taken in person has been approved for 12.0 ICEA Contact Hours, 12.0 nursing contact hours, and 12.0 L-CERPs. This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the Western Multi-State Division, an accredited provider by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, and Utah Nurses Associations are members of the Western Multi-State Division of the American Nurses Association (WMSD Approval ID#: 154-16). Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs) have been awarded through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners ® (IBLCE®).
If you need contact hours, CERPs, etc please verify this information with ICEA prior to registering for this workshop. MTM cannot guarantee these as ICEA needs to apply for and maintain the credential.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
READ OUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING
The Business for Birth Professional workshops are geared towards individuals who are either new to this work or who would like to take their business to the next level and make it a career. The 9 hr session will discuss various aspects of how to set up your business, advertising, steps towards being successful and much more. In addition to the training time - each individual will also receive up to one hour of assistance either via phone or email (at the request of the attendee).
Learn about:
For individuals who have additional questions, want help with website creation, etc there will be time allowed at the end for assistance.
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for certification (or CE's) with ICEA as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of an IN PERSON training, and must fulfill ICEA's requirements (online trainings do not qualify for certification or CE's).
3. In order to qualify for certification with Mothering the Mother as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST complete all the steps laid out on the MTM website http://mtmtraining.org
4. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.)
5. I understand if I am registering for an online workshop that it is my responsibility to have a reliable device and internet access to join in, and that I am responsible for understanding how to access the workshop prior to the start date. If I am unsure I will connect with Michelle prior to signing up for the workshop to educate myself on how the online program works, and I understand that I cannot try to work out the kinks the day of the workshop.
If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
READ OUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING
As a new childbirth educator are you struggling to create your curriculum? Are you unclear on how to write objectives? Create teaching plans? Then this workshop is for you!
This workshop will help you explore:
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for certification (or CE's) with ICEA as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of an IN PERSON training, and must fulfill ICEA's requirements(online trainings do not qualify for certification or CE's).
3. In order to qualify for certification with Mothering the Mother, Inc as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of the workshop, and must fulfill their requirements.
4. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.)
If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
READ OUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING
As a birth professional you may be going into the homes of prospective or new clients that you do not know….how do you protect yourself and ensure your safety? In our Safety and Self Care Workshop you will learn ways of protecting yourself in order to do the best you can keeping safe. The class is set up to be interactive so come prepared to learn, participate and have fun with this often tough topic.
Please note....by placing your order you agree to the following:
1. I understand that if traveling to the workshop I should email Michelle (mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com) to ensure the training is scheduled to run and has enough attendees prior to making my travel arrangements. Also the exact location may be chosen one month prior to the workshop in the city that is listed, and if necessary the venue may change to accommodate the number of attendees enrolled.
2. In order to qualify for certification (or CE's) with ICEA as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST attend all hours of an IN PERSON training, and must fulfill ICEA's requirements (online trainings do not qualify for certification or CE's).
3. In order to qualify for certification with Mothering the Mother as a childbirth educator, birth doula, or postpartum doula I understand I MUST complete all the steps laid out on the MTM website http://mtmtraining.org
4. I understand that my training fees are not refundable and must be paid in full before the first day of the training, and if I am not able to attend the training I signed up for I can transfer my registration to another person for that workshop day/time (in the case of inclement weather or acts of God it is your responsibility to plan accordingly, and refunds will NOT be given.)
5. I understand if I am registering for an online workshop that it is my responsibility to have a reliable device and internet access to join in, and that I am responsible for understanding how to access the workshop prior to the start date. If I am unsure I will connect with Michelle prior to signing up for the workshop to educate myself on how the online program works, and I understand that I cannot try to work out the kinks the day of the workshop.
If at anytime you have any questions or concerns please call Michelle at414-378-9524 or email her mtmtrainingandmentoring@gmail.com.
Workshop Dates:
I am currently offering all workshops online in a one on one format due to COVID and the need for all of us to stay safe.
READ OUR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY BEFORE REGISTERING
Why is having a mentor so important? MTM Training and Mentoring believes in supporting the individuals we train so we offers consultations and mentoring because we remember how lost we felt when we first started. We do not want anyone to feel lost, frustrated, or like they cannot do this work. We have extensive experience mentoring new birth professionals, and have been doing so since 2003.
Why a mentor? A mentor is very important as you move from training to certifying to making this a career. Having someone experienced who knows what the process is like walk beside you can make the difference between frustration and success! When you train with MTM Training and Mentoring you not only get a high quality training, but you also have a mentor available to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide support. Your mentor is available via email, phone or text. MTM Training and Mentoring also offers our e-newsletters (see right column) and our Facebook support group as well.
E-Newsletters MTM Training and Mentoring offers our e-newsletter free to any of our workshop attendees (birth doula, postpartum doula, childbirth educator). These e-newsletters come anywhere between every week to every four weeks depending on the content. Each edition offers information to complete the steps towards certification. You will be supported throughout the certification process, and these bite sized newsletters will help keep you motivated and moving you forward. The entire series is completed in 224 days.
Can I have a mentor if I didn’t train with MTM? The answer is YES!
How much does mentoring cost? Mentoring for those who trained with MTM is free and for those who did not....one months worth of mentoring is $75.
What will I receive for the fee? For the $75 you will receive:
Additional months will be charged at $25 per month, and you will continue to receive unlimited email support and up to one hour of telephone support per month (phone support does not roll over from month to month, so it must be used within 30 days of purchase and/or payment).
How can I get started? Use the contact Michelle button above to learn more and/or to find out how you can sign up.
Take your business to the next level!
Michelle Hardy has been a birth professional for over 17 yrs, and has been teaching for more than 20 yrs. She started her career as a volunteer doula assisting teen and low income women, and from that small start she has grown her business into a thriving organization.
In 2010 she decided to switch from being a solo doula to running a non-profit organization. At the time it was the first doula agency (organization) in Southeastern Wisconsin. From the early beginnings of Mothering the Mother, Inc having only birth doulas Michelle had grown the organization to include:
As her passion and organization grew so did the needs of the group. In 2014 she bought a building to house Mothering the Mother, Inc and in 2016 that building was sold to move into a better facility. Her new facility has four classrooms, and office space
Today, Michelle still runs Mothering the Mother but her main focus is on providing education and lactation support to all women with a special focus in working with low income families. She occasionally takes on birth and postpartum doula clients, and spends a lot of time training and mentoring the next generation of birth professionals. To date Michelle has trained and mentored more than 200 individuals as birth doulas, postpartum doulas, childbirth educators, in lactation support, as well as in creating a thriving birth business.
If you are interested in learning and growing your business and you cannot attend a Business Workshop consider hiring Michelle as a consultant to take you from where you are to where you want to be!!!!
MTM Training and Mentoring is not responsible for costs associated with travel, hotel stays, etc in the event a workshop is cancelled, or an attendee cannot attend the workshop he/she signed up for.
If you are interested in attending a workshop sign up as soon as possible to ensure the workshop will run. In the event there are no attendees signed up one month prior to the workshop it may be cancelled. Unfortunately there have been times people hold off on registering until the week or two before the start date, and then are disappointed when the determination to cancel the workshop was made. If all interested parties register as soon as possible it will help to ensure the workshop will run. In the event a workshop is cancelled attendees can switch to another workshop, possibly switch to a live online workshop, or will receive a full refund.
MTM Training and Mentoring cannot be held responsible for acts of God, such as inclement weather, or things such as traffic, or any unforeseen circumstances. Refunds will only be given if Michelle completely cancels the workshop. In the event Michelle’s travel is delayed due to acts of God the workshop will start later or as soon as possible after she arrives (for this reason we advise making sure the days you sign up for the workshop you are free to be flexible in the event an act of God occurs). Michelle makes every attempt to get to the workshop location, but she has no control over acts of God.
In the event an act of God, illness, or any other unforeseen circumstance occurs for an attendee he/she can transfer their workshop to another person, but must make Michelle aware of this change. If switching to another person is not an option then the attendees will have the option of switching to a live online workshop, but refunds will not be given and you cannot switch your workshop to a future live workshop. If transferring to another person, or switching to an online live workshop is not an option refunds will not be given. Refunds will only be given if Michelle completely cancels a workshop.
Venue Change
MTM Training and Mentoring has the option of changing the venue location of the workshop in the event attendance is higher or lower than expected. All changes in venue will still be within the same vicinity of the original planned location.
ICEA Certification
All ICEA workshops are one step towards certification. In order to complete certification you will need to attend and in person workshop, join the certification program, (additional $230) complete the requirements, and take a written exam (additional $390) For full details on ICEA certification visit http://icea.org
ICEA Continuing Education
If you need contact hours, CERPs, etc please verify this information with ICEA prior to registering for the childbirth educator, birth doula, postpartum doula, early lactation workshops (business, curriculum design, safety, etc does not offer continuing education of any kind). MTM cannot guarantee these as ICEA needs to apply for and maintain the credential.
Mothering the Mother was started in 2010 because of a passion Michelle Hardy had for helping teen and low income women. She believed that income (or lack of) shouldn’t be a indictator in whether a woman has access to high quality birth services and support. She began working in the birth world in 2003, and for many years she saw families who could afford the support and services receiving it, and families without expendable income either went without or struggled to pay for it. She knew there had to be a better way, and so her quest began.
Since the beginnings of Mothering the Mother in 2010 the organization has worked with over 325 families, and hopes to continue providing classes, doula referrals, and lactation services to families in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, and Ozaukee counties for many years to come.
In addition to offering services to families, MTM also provides high quality workshops to individuals who would like to become birth workers and further the mission and vision.
To improve maternal and perinatal outcomes for families in Milwaukee and surrounding counties.
Access to high quality education, and services for all regardless of income.
MS.Ed, BS.Ed , LMT, ICCE, ICBD, ICPD, ICPFE, IAT(CE-BD-PD), MCH, LC, CPMT, CHT, CEIM, SBD (see below for explanation of initials)
Michelle is the founder, owner, and director of Mothering the Mother, Inc, a non-profit organization which helps all women but has a special focus on helping teen and low income women and families.
Michelle’s history, and how she began in the field.
Michelle's interest in working in the birth field began in 2001 when she was pregnant with her 7th child (she now is the happy mother to 9 children that range in age from 32 yrs down to 10 yrs). In 2001 she was pregnant with her seventh child and her doctor suggested that she and her husband, Bradley hire a doula for their upcoming birth. Her doctor felt that hiring a doula would help them achieve the birth that they were looking for and also to help calm her husband's nerves so that he could be more involved in the birth (unfortunately Michelle birthed her daughter before she was able to find a doula and that birth was filled with many unnecessary interventions and stress).
After that birthing experience Michelle knew that birth could be better and the seed was planted. Michelle spent the next two years thinking about the importance of doulas and how much she had wanted to be one. Unfortunately at the time she didn't think it was realistic for her to pursue this dream. Finally in 2003 while she was working on her masters degree in education and running a full time in home licensed daycare she decided to take the plunge and work towards becoming a certified birth doula and she wanted to start her own birth business. It was very hard running a full time business, working on her master's degree, and working towards doula certification, but her persistence and passion paid off. In 2003 she became a doula and in 2004 she graduated with her masters degree. At that time she realized teaching education in the school system was not her true calling, so she completely threw herself into the birth world and started to study more and more and earn more and more certifications.
When Michelle began her work she started out working with teen and low income mothers (serving families in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, and Ozaukee counties) - after a few years of doing that she moved onto the more traditional family, but her passion for teens and low income women never left. In 2005 she decided to add to her skill set and certified as a Hypnotherapist, and in 2006 she became a licensed massage therapist (all things she happily offered to her clients). In 2009 after she gave birth to her 9th child she decided to enter nursing school, and while there she realized that she still really needed to follow her passion and through that passion she created Mothering the Mother Incorporated - a nonprofit organization that serves all women (catering especially to the underserved population who are not able to afford the services of a doula, classes or lactation support). She decided to throw herself fully and completely into operating Mothering the Mother, left nursing school and is so happy for the support that her husband and children have given her - at times doing this work is not fun on one's family, but they truly are her cheerleaders in work and life!
Michelle believes very strongly in participating in her community in addition to doing birth work. In 2014 she started to travel the United States and train individuals who want to become birth doulas, postpartum doulas, childbirth educators and who want to learn more about early lactation. In 2015 she joined the ICEA Board of Directors, and is still sitting on that board today (Michelle is currently the Director the Doula Programs, Chair for the Postpartum Doula Program, and Chair for the Mentorship Program...in the past she was the Treasurer and Director of Communication and Public Policy). In 2016 she started her path to becoming a La Leche League Leader and led a group in West Allis until 2020. In addition to the work she does with Mothering the Mother, running her store, Beyond the Birth, and traveling to train individuals she is very active in her church, and other community organizations. She is extensively involved with ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association) as a board member and a Board Chair of the Postpartum Doula Program, and Chair of the mentorship and scholarship programs.
Michelle believes in always continuing her education and advancing her knowledge, so she regularly attends trainings and workshops to advance her skills. To learn more about all of her trainings, certification and education please see below. Michelle currently holds a license as teacher and massage therapist, and has certifications and/or advanced training as a breastfeeding counselor, birth doula (and trainer for Mothering the Mother/MTM Training and Mentoring and ICEA), postpartum doula (and trainer for Mothering the Mother/MTM Training and Mentoring and ICEA), childbirth educator (and trainer for Mothering the Mother/MTM Training and Mentoring and ICEA)), prenatal and postnatal massage therapist, infant massage therapist, prenatal and postpartum fitness educator and hypnotherapist.
In 2020 Michelle decided to pursue an additional avenue, and decided to open a licensed group daycare, Grandma’s Home Away From Home. When she isn’t teaching classes, doing lactation visits, or training she is there.
Michelle loves every aspect of her life and is always very grateful when someone invites her to join them on their journey through pregnancy, birth and parenting. Please consider scheduling an appointment to learn more about what she offers and can do.
Education:
Professional Massage Therapy Program (Lakeside School of Massage Therapy) / September 2006
Masters of Science in Education (Walden University) / April 2004
Bachelors of Science in Education (Alverno College) / December 1999
Certifications & Licenses:
*Certifications that Michelle chose not to renew, but held at one time.
Professional Trainings:
MS.Ed - Masters of Science in Education
BS.Ed Bachelors of Science in Education
LMT - Licensed Massage Therapist
ICCE - ICEA Certified Childbirth Educator
ICBD - ICEA Certified Birth Doula
ICPD - ICEA Certified Postpartum Doula
ICPFE - ICEA Perinatal Fitness Educaator
IAT(CE-BD-PD) - ICEA Approved Trainer for Childbirth Education, Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula
MCH - Maternal Child Health Specialist
LC - Certified Lactation Counselor
CPMT - Certified Prenatal Massage Therapist
CHT - Certified Hypnotherapist
CEIM - Certified Educator of Infant Massage
SBD - Stillbirthday Certified Doula
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