Kangaroo Birthing & Maternity Concierge

03/23/2026

There’s something powerful about going behind the scenes… 🌿

Today we were at Freeman Family Farm packing fresh fruit and vegetable bags for families in our community — filled with collards, apples, strawberries, and so much more. Every bag was packed with intention, care, and love.

We even got a glimpse of the sensory farm in progress 👀✨
And trust me… it’s going to be something truly special this summer.

🌿✨ DID YOU KNOW? ✨🌿
At Freeman Family Farm Store, it’s not just about food… it’s about food as medicine.

With an apothecary section and a focus on holistic wellness — mind, body, and spirit — this space is rooted in healing.

And the most beautiful part?
🍎🥕 All fruits and vegetables are ALWAYS FREE.

Because access to real, nourishing food should never be a luxury.

Come walk through.
Smell the herbs.
Feel the energy.
Take what your body needs.

📍 Freeman Family Farm Store
1426 Juniata St, Manchester
Tuesday–Saturday | 10AM–3PM

We’re building something special… and you’re invited. 💚

03/23/2026

Black fathers matter—especially in the birthing space. 💙

April 11 join a powerful afternoon of connection, conversation, and community. Together, they will explore the real barriers Black fathers face and how we can build more culturally responsive, inclusive care for families.

✨ Featuring:
• Keynote by Tasha L. Alston
• Welcome from Ryan Mundy
• Special guest Aerion Abney

📍 Commonwealth Charter Academy | Homestead, PA
👶🏾 Childcare available with registration

This is more than a conversation—it’s a movement toward better support for fathers and families.

👉🏾 Scan the QR code to register or email Mageeoutreach@upmc.edu for more info.

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03/17/2026

Today we had the honor of visiting and tabling at the Beverly’s Birthdays Community Baby Shower on the Northside. 💗

What a beautiful day connecting with so many growing families, sharing resources, and talking about the support available for mothers during pregnancy and postpartum. Moments like this remind us how powerful community care really is.

A special thank you to for creating such a welcoming space for families. We are always grateful for opportunities to show up, serve, and connect.

Huge appreciation to our incredible birth doulas who represented with heart and compassion today:
✨ Antionette of Essence Birthing Essentials
✨ Regeanea of Nevaeh Journey

We met so many amazing families today and we already can’t wait for the next community baby shower! 🤱🏾

03/16/2026

🍲 The Power of a Mother’s Plate

Mothers deserve meals that help them heal, restore, and stay nourished—not just quick fixes.

Join us for our upcoming Mommy Meal Demo & WIC Shopping Reset, where we will show practical ways to prepare nourishing meals while making the most of your WIC benefits.

During this interactive session, moms will learn how to:

✨ Stretch WIC benefits further
✨ Prepare nutrient-dense postpartum meals
✨ Make affordable, family-friendly dishes
✨ Shop smarter for foods that support healing and recovery

This demo is designed to help mothers feel more confident about feeding themselves and their families with foods that truly nourish.

📅 Wednesday, March 25th
⏰ 11:00 AM

Seats are limited at The Kingsley Association

👉 Register now to reserve your spot.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-power-of-a-mothers-plate-cooking-demo-wic-shopping-reset-tickets-1984972290555

Come learn, connect with other moms, and discover the power of nourishing a mother’s plate.

03/12/2026

🍲 The Power of a Mother’s Plate – Video Premiere

What a mother eats during pregnancy and postpartum matters. Nourishment is not a luxury — it is part of healing.

Watch Video Here: https://youtu.be/0sqED_gd__o?si=Y4BP692W4BO_gYE1

In our new video premiere, “The Power of a Mother’s Plate,” we share how simple, nourishing foods like bone broth can help restore strength, support postpartum recovery, and nourish the entire family. This conversation is about reclaiming the wisdom of feeding mothers first.

If this resonates with you, we invite you to join us for our upcoming Mommy Meal Demo + WIC Shopping Reset.

During this interactive session, moms will learn how to:
✨ Stretch WIC benefits further
✨ Make nutrient-dense postpartum and family-friendly meals
✨ Reset the way they shop for healing and nourishing foods
✨ Discover practical, affordable ingredients that support recovery

📅 Wednesday, March 25th
⏰ 11:00 AM

Sign up and Register Today: The Power of A Mother's Plate-"Cooking Demo WIC Shopping Reset" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-power-of-a-mothers-plate-cooking-demo-wic-shopping-reset-tickets-1984972290555?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

This space is designed for mothers to gather, learn, and leave with tools that make nourishing their families feel possible and practical.

🎥 Watch the premiere and sign up for the cooking demo through the link in bio.

In this video, we explore the healing and nourishment found in one simple, time-honored food: bone broth. For generations, mothers and caregivers across cult...

03/11/2026

✨ The Power of a Mother’s Plate: Meal Planning ✨

Bone broth is one of the most nourishing foods a mother can add to her plate. Rich in collagen, minerals, and healing nutrients, it supports postpartum recovery, strengthens the immune system, and helps restore the body after birth. It’s simple, affordable, and a powerful way to nourish both mom and family.

At our last Mommy Meal Demo, we shared how to make a slow-simmered bone broth that can be used for soups, grains, and healing postpartum meals that stretch your grocery budget while keeping nutrition at the center of the table.

If you missed it, don’t worry—we’re doing it again! 💛

Join us for our upcoming Mommy Meal Cooking Demo + WIC Shopping Reset where we’ll show moms how to:
• Make nutrient-dense meals on a budget
• Stretch WIC benefits further
• Prepare healing foods for postpartum and family wellness
• Learn simple recipes you can repeat at home

📅 Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 The Kingsley Association

Come cook, learn, and leave with practical tools to nourish your family.

✨ Seats are limited — RSVP and bring a mom friend who could use the support. Click Link in Bio👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽

03/10/2026

Today we filmed an upcoming video called “The Power of A Mother’s Plate: Bone Broth.” This one is close to my heart because food is one of the first forms of care a mother should receive after birth.

So many postpartum mothers are trying to recover, nurse, and care for a newborn while running on empty. One of the simplest ways we can support healing is by returning to nourishing, traditional foods like bone broth—rich in minerals, collagen, and warmth for the body.

During filming we talked about how a mother’s plate is more than a meal… it’s part of her recovery plan. As doulas and caregivers, we have the opportunity to make sure mothers are not forgotten at the table.

This upcoming video will share:
✨ Why bone broth is a postpartum healing staple
✨ How it supports recovery and energy
✨ Simple ways to prepare it for busy families

I can’t wait to share the full video with you soon. Until then, here’s a little behind-the-scenes moment from the kitchen where nourishment meets motherhood.

Because when we nourish mothers… we strengthen families. 💛

03/08/2026

02/25/2026

Did you know what our food partner has going on?

Grab some fruits and veggies….

Aunti has been working hard to make sure fresh, healthy food stays available to our community — at low cost or NO cost. 💚

Guess what… ALL fresh fruits and vegetables are ALWAYS FREE right now!

Call your neighbors, spread the word, and come get some while it lasts.

Store hours: 10am-3pm Tues - Sat
and by appointment, if needed


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02/19/2026

There’s something sacred about sitting in a room with mothers and simply listening. 🤎

This week, with the gracious support of Cherrell Fulton, our team had the honor of visiting Family Foundations to share what postpartum doula care and holistic healing support truly looks like in real time.

We talked about:
✨ What postpartum support should feel like
✨ How families can access nurturing, in-home care
✨ The importance of rest, recovery, and being poured into after birth

What stayed with us most were the courageous mothers who shared their traumatic birthing experiences. Their stories remind us why this work matters. Postpartum care isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity.

We closed our time together with a quick and healthy overnight oats demo (because nourishment is part of healing too 🥣). Each mom left with a recipe she could take home and try for herself.

There was real connection in that space — honest conversation, shared understanding, and community.

We can’t wait to return to the Northside location soon.

Deep gratitude to The Food Trust and First Steps & Beyond for supporting these outreach efforts and helping us bring education, nourishment, and postpartum advocacy directly into the community.

02/18/2026

Gestational Diabetes is not a failure — it’s a call for support, strategy, and nourishment. 💛

If you’ve been diagnosed, take a breath. You are not alone, and you are not “doing pregnancy wrong.” Gestational diabetes simply means your body needs a different level of blood sugar support during this season.

Education replaces anxiety. Strategy replaces shame. Support changes outcomes.

If this message is for you — or for a mama you love — don’t guess your way through it.

🎥 Watch the full-length video at the link in our bio.
Let’s nourish smarter and mother confidently. Click the link here: https://youtu.be/sHVhLLr_OGE?si=tnyIJ6njDi1kXZK5