A GENTLER KIND OF HOLIDAY PREP
Peace,
Plates &
Metabolism
How to enjoy the holidays without gaining weight or losing your mind.
A face-to-face evening of practical, compassionate ways to care for your energy, digestion, hormones and peace of mind - without turning the season into a list of rules.
In person · November 19
Useful ideas. No food guilt. Room to be human.
WHEN
November 19, 2026
TIME
6:30 PM
WHERE
Body Birth and Baby Center
GATHERING
In person · face to face
A DIFFERENT CONVERSATION
The holidays ask a lot of your body.
Full calendars, short nights, familiar family dynamics and food everywhere. It can be a lovely season - and a demanding one. You deserve more than another plan that asks you to be stricter.
This presentation makes space for both: enjoying the people and food you love, while getting curious about the everyday rhythms that can influence stress, blood sugar, sleep, digestion and how you feel in your body.
Not a holiday survival checklist. A steadier way to meet the season.
THE EVENING, IN THREE CHAPTERS
Useful, grounded, and made for real life.
No one-size-fits-all promises. Just thoughtful context and options to take into your own season.
01 / Foundations
What your body is navigating
How holiday stress, blood sugar and sleep can intersect. Why restrictive diets can backfire-and what a more supportive approach can make room for.
- Stress, energy and sleep rhythms
- Blood sugar basics, without the blame
- A compassionate look at restriction
02 / The table
Explore mindful holiday plating, alcohol and cravings, and the connection between gut health and how you feel-without turning a meal into a test.
- Build a plate that feels satisfying
- Make sense of alcohol and cravings
- Gentle attention to gut health
- Hormones, stress and supplement context
- Regulation, boundaries and rest
- Live Q&A and considered next steps
Donna Figueroa
CNM, FMACP, MSN, APRN
Donna Figueroa is a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner dedicated to rescuing people from the "one-size-fits-all" trap of conventional medicine. With 15 years of clinical expertise, Donna sets herself apart from standard HRT providers by treating the body holistically, as a beautifully interconnected system rather than a list of symptoms. Through deep-dive lab testing and highly personalized hormone optimization protocols, she formulates a precise blueprint to eliminate brain fog, fatigue, and inflammation. If you are ready to stop settling for one-size-fits-all band-aids and step into ultimate wellness and vitality, Donna is the guide you've been looking for.
What Donna's Patients Say
Real Stories of Renewal and Vitality with Midlife Midwife Functional Health
"Donna is knowledgeable, compassionate, and totally focused on the WHOLE person. She digs deep to find the root cause of dysfunction. I HIGHLY recommend her!"
Anita S.
"Donna at Midlife Midwife is exceptional! Her personalized approach to menopause care is transformative. She listens deeply and truly cares. She's a gem in women's health!"
Kathleen P.
"Donna is a wealth of knowledge in women's health! She tailors care to each individual with patience and expertise. I highly recommend her!"
Jocelyn B.
"This is a really different and personal approach to my health! I’m already grateful for all the care Donna has provided. I highly recommend her!"
Allison H.
"I'm incredibly grateful to Donna for helping me reclaim my health! After years of persistent inflammation, I found a caring and professional practitioner dedicated to finding the root cause of my pain...Donna and Midlife Midwife Functional Health are where you need to be."
Mindy L.
"I highly recommend this program to anyone serious about making a lasting change in their lifestyle. Thank you, Donna, for this amazing journey!"
Lori S.
"Donna at Midwife Midlife Functional Health is truly a gem! She has been an incredible source of knowledge, support, and care—not just for me, but now for my family... In just 3 months, I am already seeing improvements in my lab results."
Alice C.
"I’ve known Donna for years and knew I had to work with her when she started her own practice. She guided me through an elimination diet and truly listened to my concerns. Donna is honest, responsive, and focused on getting to the root cause. Her professionalism and holistic care are outstanding. I highly recommend her."
Mary
A FEW THINGS WORTH KNOWING
Before we gather
Is this an in-person event?
Yes. This is a face-to-face presentation at Body Birth and Baby Center on November 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
Will I leave with a strict food plan?
No. The focus is on practical context and supportive options, not a rigid set of rules. You can decide what feels useful for your own life.
Can I ask about hormones or supplements?
The outline includes hormone and supplement topics, plus live Q&A. The presentation is educational rather than personal medical advice; individual decisions belong with a qualified professional who knows your history.
How do I keep the date handy?
Use the “Add to your calendar” button above to download an event file for November 19 at 6:30 PM. No sign-up or reservation is implied by the calendar action.
An evening for your real life
Put a little more ease on the calendar.
Join us face to face for thoughtful conversation, practical ideas and live Q&A-so you can head into the season feeling informed, not instructed.
Date
Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time
6:30 PM
Place
Body Birth and Baby Center
In person · face to face
A thoughtful evening about the season ahead. · November 19, 2026