Michelle Valiukenas is the proud mom of her angel Sweet Pea, who she lost due to miscarriage in May 2017, her angel daughter Colette Louise Tisdahl (5/23/2018 to 5/31/2018), and her only living child Elliott Miguel, born July 14, 2020 via gestational carrier. Michelle is the executive director of The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, which financially assists families dealing with pregnancy complications, premature birth, and pregnancy and infant loss. Michelle also participates and advocates on issues of maternal health, maternal mortality, infant health and safety, and pregnancy complications. Michelle lives in Glenview, Illinois with her husband Mark, their son Elliott, and dog Nemo.