You're invited to Prenatal Yoga on Wednesday May27th at 5:00PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

💡 Prenatal Yoga
Join Meagan Coy for prenatal yoga sessions designed to support your body and mind throughout pregnancy—QC Doula Connect clients are all welcome. Each hour includes gentle breathwork, pregnancy-safe stretching and strengthening, and guidance on body awareness and relaxation techniques to help prepare for labor, all in a supportive, welcoming environment.

👉 REGISTER HERE

Join us for our Monthly Mama Mingle!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc Mama Mingle?
The QCDC Mama Mingle is a monthly gathering designed to bring together both pregnant and postpartum moms to connect, build community, and support one another through the journey of motherhood. Each meetup takes place at different locations and times throughout the month to make it accessible for more families. Our meetups are relaxed and flexible—we may meet at a local park, grab coffee together, go for a walk, or let the kids play while we chat. A member of the QCDC team will be there to help guide the group, offer support, and answer any questions if they come up. Whether you’re expecting or navigating life with a new baby, the QCDC Mama Mingle is a welcoming space to find connection, encouragement, and community.

📍 When: Wednesday, May 20th at 10:00AM
@McManus Park in Bettendorf

👉 REGISTER HERE

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

Virtual Class Link HERE

You're invited to Prenatal Yoga on Saturday May 9th at 10:00AM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

💡 Prenatal Yoga
Join Meagan Coy for prenatal yoga sessions designed to support your body and mind throughout pregnancy—QC Doula Connect clients are all welcome. Each hour includes gentle breathwork, pregnancy-safe stretching and strengthening, and guidance on body awareness and relaxation techniques to help prepare for labor, all in a supportive, welcoming environment.

👉 REGISTER HERE

Join us for our Monthly Mama Mingle!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc Mama Mingle?
The QCDC Mama Mingle is a monthly gathering designed to bring together both pregnant and postpartum moms to connect, build community, and support one another through the journey of motherhood. Each meetup takes place at different locations and times throughout the month to make it accessible for more families. Our meetups are relaxed and flexible—we may meet at a local park, grab coffee together, go for a walk, or let the kids play while we chat. A member of the QCDC team will be there to help guide the group, offer support, and answer any questions if they come up. Whether you’re expecting or navigating life with a new baby, the QCDC Mama Mingle is a welcoming space to find connection, encouragement, and community.

📍 📍 When: Friday, May 1st at 10:00AM
@Vandeveer Park in Davenport—Meet at the Conservatory and then we will go on a walk!

👉 REGISTER HERE

Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

FREE For QCdc clients with the Advocate, Empower or Connect Package

3 hour Class

Public $100.00

Get prepared and confident for your feeding journey—before baby arrives!

Register HERE

>Lactation Support (w/Kenzie)>Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

📍 Details:

• One 3-hour class

• FREE QCdc Clients with Advocate, Empower & Connect Packages

• Public: $100 (includes you + one support person)

• Held monthly on Tuesdays, 5:00–8:00 PM

• Located at Motherhood Matters, Davenport

Prenatal Babyfeeding is a comprehensive class that brings together everything you need to feel confident with both breastfeeding and pumping. You’ll learn the foundations—including the benefits of breastmilk, the importance of the first hour, early feeding cues, positioning and latch, common myths vs. facts, and what to expect in the early days. You’ll also get hands-on guidance for pumping and bottle-feeding success, such as pump setup and parts, creating a schedule, flange sizing, milk storage and stash building, maintaining supply, and troubleshooting common challenges. This class is perfect for expecting or new parents who want a clear, supportive, and well-rounded start to their babyfeeding journey.

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

Join us for our Monthly Mama Mingle!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc Mama Mingle?
The QCDC Mama Mingle is a monthly gathering designed to bring together both pregnant and postpartum moms to connect, build community, and support one another through the journey of motherhood. Each meetup takes place at different locations and times throughout the month to make it accessible for more families. Our meetups are relaxed and flexible—we may meet at a local park, grab coffee together, go for a walk, or let the kids play while we chat. A member of the QCDC team will be there to help guide the group, offer support, and answer any questions if they come up. Whether you’re expecting or navigating life with a new baby, the QCDC Mama Mingle is a welcoming space to find connection, encouragement, and community.

📍 When: Wednesday, April 8th at 10:00AM
McManus Park, Bettendorf IA

👉 REGISTER HERE

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Tuesday, April 7th at 5:30 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering offering practical, real-world education and support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are always welcome—bring a friend or partner!

💡 Birth Photography with Sarah Skiles

Join Sarah Skiles for a short presentation on birth photography and the moments that make each birth story unique.

Discover why families choose to have their birth stories documented, what her contract covers to keep things clear and stress-free, and the special moments she captures.. from labor to those first snuggles with your baby.

She’ll also share how Reiki, sound healing, and future offerings like prenatal yoga and herbalism can support the birth experience.

Perfect for anyone curious about birth photography or looking to see how these practices can add calm and support to the journey.

📍 When: Tuesday, April 7th at 5:30PM
In Person : Motherhood Matters, Davenport

Virtual Option:

👉 REGISTER HERE

Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

FREE For QCdc clients with the Advocate, Empower or Connect Package

3 hour Class

Public $100.00

Get prepared and confident for your feeding journey—before baby arrives!

Register HERE

>Lactation Support (w/Kenzie)>Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

📍 Details:

• One 3-hour class

• FREE QCdc Clients with Advocate, Empower & Connect Packages

• Public: $100 (includes you + one support person)

• Held monthly on Tuesdays, 5:00–8:00 PM

• Located at Motherhood Matters, Davenport

Prenatal Babyfeeding is a comprehensive class that brings together everything you need to feel confident with both breastfeeding and pumping. You’ll learn the foundations—including the benefits of breastmilk, the importance of the first hour, early feeding cues, positioning and latch, common myths vs. facts, and what to expect in the early days. You’ll also get hands-on guidance for pumping and bottle-feeding success, such as pump setup and parts, creating a schedule, flange sizing, milk storage and stash building, maintaining supply, and troubleshooting common challenges. This class is perfect for expecting or new parents who want a clear, supportive, and well-rounded start to their babyfeeding journey.

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Tuesday, March 3rd at 5:30 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering offering practical, real-world education and support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are always welcome—bring a friend or partner!

💡 Oral Ties, Feeding & Function
We’re excited to welcome Tricia Griffin (McConnell), Owner and Speech-Language Pathologist, as our guest speaker for the March Connect meeting. Tricia earned her Master’s degree from Western Illinois University and is licensed in Iowa and Illinois, certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, a The Breathe Institute Ambassador, and a MyoMasterminds graduate. She will share how myofunctional and oral feeding therapy can support infants with oral weaknesses or ties, explain the connection between oral function and breastfeeding, and help families understand what’s normal versus concerning (such as clicking, leaking, or inefficient feeds) and what those signs may indicate. Tricia also offers free screenings and collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team to treat the whole patient, always prioritizing family-centered care.

📍 When: Tuesday, March 3rd at 5:30PM
In Person : Motherhood Matters, Davenport

Virtual Option: (Google Meet):
Virtual Option: (Google Meet)

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/toc-wyuu-nhw

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 475-441-4748‬ PIN: ‪799 033 194‬#

👉 REGISTER HERE

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Wednesday, February 25th at 5:00 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering offering practical, real-world education and support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are always welcome—bring a friend or partner!

💡 Pregnancy & Postpartum Nutrition:
Learn how to support your body with simple, balanced nutrition—before and after birth. Join Emily for a talk on:

-Foundations of a healthy diet for you and baby.

-Choosing the right prenatal Vitamin

-How your gut health helps shape a baby's developing microbiome and a healthy start.

Postpartum nourishment to support healing, energy, and breastmilk production.

📍 When: Wednesday, February 25th at 5:00PM
In Person : Refuge Wellness Collective: 2312 5th Ave Rock Island, IL

Virtual Option: (Google Meet):
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dwh-baat-uyp

👉 REGISTER HERE

Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

FREE For QCdc clients with the Advocate, Empower or Connect Package

3 hour Class

Public $100.00

Get prepared and confident for your feeding journey—before baby arrives!

Register HERE

>Lactation Support (w/Kenzie)>Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

📍 Details:

• One 3-hour class

• FREE QCdc Clients with Advocate, Empower & Connect Packages

• Public: $100 (includes you + one support person)

• Held monthly on Tuesdays, 5:00–8:00 PM

• Located at Motherhood Matters, Davenport

Prenatal Babyfeeding is a comprehensive class that brings together everything you need to feel confident with both breastfeeding and pumping. You’ll learn the foundations—including the benefits of breastmilk, the importance of the first hour, early feeding cues, positioning and latch, common myths vs. facts, and what to expect in the early days. You’ll also get hands-on guidance for pumping and bottle-feeding success, such as pump setup and parts, creating a schedule, flange sizing, milk storage and stash building, maintaining supply, and troubleshooting common challenges. This class is perfect for expecting or new parents who want a clear, supportive, and well-rounded start to their babyfeeding journey.

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Tuesday, January 27th at 5:30 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering offering practical, real-world education and support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are always welcome—bring a friend or partner!

💡 Thrive Postpartum:
Let’s make a real plan for healing and support after birth—because thriving isn’t luck, it’s preparation

📍 When: Tuesday, January 27th 5:30 PM
👶 Where: Motherhood Matters, 2010 E 38th St #201B, Davenport, IA 52807
🎟️ Registration required – limited to 15 participants!

👉 REGISTER HERE under "Birth Education Classes"

Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

FREE For QCdc clients with the Advocate, Empower or Connect Package

3 hour Class

Public $100.00

Get prepared and confident for your feeding journey—before baby arrives!

Register HERE

>Lactation Support (w/Kenzie)>Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

📍 Details:

• One 3-hour class

• FREE QCdc Clients with Advocate, Empower & Connect Packages

• Public: $100 (includes you + one support person)

• Held monthly on Tuesdays, 5:00–8:00 PM

• Located at Motherhood Matters, Davenport

Prenatal Babyfeeding is a comprehensive class that brings together everything you need to feel confident with both breastfeeding and pumping. You’ll learn the foundations—including the benefits of breastmilk, the importance of the first hour, early feeding cues, positioning and latch, common myths vs. facts, and what to expect in the early days. You’ll also get hands-on guidance for pumping and bottle-feeding success, such as pump setup and parts, creating a schedule, flange sizing, milk storage and stash building, maintaining supply, and troubleshooting common challenges. This class is perfect for expecting or new parents who want a clear, supportive, and well-rounded start to their babyfeeding journey.

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

Mamas in Motion: 6wk Pre & Post Natal Fitness Class

$60 For QCdc clients

1 hour Class

Every Thursday for 6 weeks

Public $80.00

Join Personal Trainer, Lexi Keppy, for a 60-minute weekly (for 6 weeks) in-person class designed to focus on strength, core, pelvic floor and more! Postnatal Recovery & Wellness and Prenatal Exercise Modifications. Safe and Supportive environment, expert uidance for every stage of motherhood and connect with other moms on a similar journey!

Sign up HERE!

Located at Motherhood Matters!

Childbirth Education Series with Amanda

$25 OFF For QCdc clients

1 hour Class

Public $

This comprehensive six-week childbirth education series is designed to prepare you for every stage of your journey—from labor and birth through the early postpartum period. Throughout the course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of your options, learn practical tools for comfort and coping, and build confidence in your body’s ability to give birth. Whether you’re planning a hospital, birth center, or home birth, this class offers evidence-based information and empowering guidance to help you make informed choices and approach birth with calm and confidence.

Contact Amanda to Register!

Email: blessingsatbirth@gmail.com

Text/Call: 563.210.7828

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 at 5:30 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering that offers supportive, real-life education for every stage of the journey—pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are welcome—bring a partner or a friend!

💡January Topic: Placenta Encapsulation

Join Erica as she walks us through the process and benefits of placenta encapsulation. You’ll learn what it is, why some families choose it, and how it may support postpartum recovery. Erica will also share how you can work with her to have your placenta encapsulated and answer common questions about safety, preparation, and healing benefits.

📍 When: First Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM
👶 Where: Motherhood Matters, 2010 E 38th St #201B, Davenport, IA 52807
🎟️ Registration required – limited to 15 participants!

👉 Sign up under "Birth Education Classes" here https://www.motherhoodmatterswellness.com/schedule/

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

The Nourished Pregnancy Nutrition Class

$25 For QCdc clients

1 hour Class

Public $40.00

Join Dietitian Nutritionist, Emily Timm, for a 90-minute in-person class designed to help you feel confident about what to eat during pregnancy to nourish you and support your growing baby’s development. From early pregnancy to the final weeks, you’ll leave with confidence, practical strategies, and peace of mind knowing you’re fueling yourself and your baby with care.

🌿 Class Overview

• Meeting Your Nutrient Needs – what your body & baby need and why

• Whole Foods Nutrition – nourish your baby, placenta, and overall well-being

• Food Safety Made Simple – what to enjoy, what to limit, and what to avoid

• Smart Supplementation – choosing the right prenatal support for you

• Creating a Balanced Plate – simple strategies to fuel energy, digestion, and blood sugar

• Easy Grocery Guide – shop with confidence for every trimester

✨ After the class, you’ll also receive a digital handouts with a summary of what we covered plus extra resources to keep supporting you throughout pregnancy.

Register HERE

Located at Refuge Wellness Collective: 2312 5th Ave, Rock Island

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 at 5:30 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering that offers supportive, real-life education for every stage of the journey—pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are welcome—bring a partner or a friend!

💡December Topic: Pelvic Floor Health in Pregnancy & Postpartum
Your pelvic floor does so much more than most people realize—and it changes significantly during pregnancy. In this session, you’ll learn how pregnancy affects your pelvic floor, why it’s important to both strengthen and release tension, and how physical therapy can help with common challenges like back/SI pain, sciatica, leaking, or heaviness. This workshop will give you practical tools to support your body during pregnancy and set you up for a smoother postpartum recovery.

📍 When: First Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM
👶 Where: Motherhood Matters, 2010 E 38th St #201B, Davenport, IA 52807
🎟️ Registration required – limited to 15 participants!

👉 Sign up under "Birth Education Classes" here https://www.motherhoodmatterswellness.com/schedule/

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

FREE For QCdc clients with the Advocate, Empower or Connect Package

2 hour Class

Public $65.00

Get prepared and confident for your feeding journey—before baby arrives!

Register HERE

>Lactation Support (w/Kenzie)>Prenatal Babyfeeding Class

📍 Details:

• One 2-hour class

• FREE QCdc Clients with Advocate, Empower & Connect Packages

• Public: $65 (includes you + one support person)

• Held every third Thursday of the month from 6:00–8:00 PM

• Located at Motherhood Matters, Davenport

We’ll cover all this (and more!):
✔️ Benefits of breastmilk for mom & baby
✔️ The importance of the first hour
✔️ 9 stages of skin-to-skin
✔️ Early feeding cues
✔️ Positioning and latch
✔️ Common myths vs. facts
✔️ What to expect in the early days
✔️ Intro to postpartum pumping, milk storage, and return-to-work prep

This class is packed with evidence-based support to help you start your babyfeeding journey with confidence!

✨ Pump & Prep Class ✨
FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1.5 hour Class

Public $65.00

This class gives you the essential tools and confidence to navigate breast pumping—whether you're preparing to return to work, planning to bottle-feed, or just want flexibility in your feeding journey.

Register HERE :Lactation Support (w/Kenzie)>Pump & Prep Class

📍 Details:

• One 2-hour class

• FREE for QCdc Clients with Advocate, Empower & Connect Packages

• Public: $65 (includes you + one support person)

• Held every third Thursday of the month from 6:00–8:00 PM

• Located at Motherhood Matters, Davenport

What You'll Learn:
✔️ Pump setup & parts overview
✔️ Creating a pumping schedule
✔️ Flange sizing & comfort tips
✔️ Maintaining supply while pumping
✔️ Bottle-feeding basics
✔️ Milk storage, stash building & preparing to be away from baby
✔️ Troubleshooting common challenges

This class is perfect for expecting or new parents looking to feel more prepared and supported in their pumping journey!

Childbirth Education Series with Amanda

$25 OFF For QCdc clients

1 hour Class

Public $

This comprehensive six-week childbirth education series is designed to prepare you for every stage of your journey—from labor and birth through the early postpartum period. Throughout the course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of your options, learn practical tools for comfort and coping, and build confidence in your body’s ability to give birth. Whether you’re planning a hospital, birth center, or home birth, this class offers evidence-based information and empowering guidance to help you make informed choices and approach birth with calm and confidence.

Contact Amanda to Register!

Email: blessingsatbirth@gmail.com

Text/Call: 563.210.7828

You're invited to our next QCdc CONNECT Meeting happening on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 at 5:30 PM!

FREE for QCdc Clients

✨ What is QCdc CONNECT?
QCdc CONNECT is a monthly gathering that offers supportive, real-life education for every stage of the journey—pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These sessions are free for current QC Doula Connect clients and open to the public for $20 per person. Support people are welcome—bring a partner or a friend!

💡November Topic: Newborn Care
Details to come.

📍 When: First Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM
👶 Where: Motherhood Matters, 2010 E 38th St #201B, Davenport, IA 52807
🎟️ Registration required – limited to 15 participants!

👉 Sign up under "Birth Education Classes" here https://www.motherhoodmatterswellness.com/schedule/

Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep

FREE For QCdc clients with the Empower or Connect Package

1 hour Class

Public $25.00

This class will focus on pelvic floor strength and endurance to support the changing pregnant body and prevent pain and dysfunction during pregnancy. Each class will also include pregnancy beneficial movements, exercise and mobility with an additional focus on pelvic floor relaxation and breathing techniques to ensure the body's readiness for labor and delivery to achieve an optimal birth experience.

Register HERE under : Pelvic Floor PT (w/ Dr. Tess)> Prenatal Pelvic Floor Birth Prep