The Mentor Moms Network for Blossom Moms
The Mentor Moms Network for Blossom Moms is a free volunteer-based program!
Due to very high demand and resource constraints, Blossom is bringing this free 1-on-1 mentoring program to a close in January 2023. If you already filled out the form to receive or to become a mentor, you will be contacted by November 18th regarding whether there is a match for you. In the meantime, the following resources are available to help with emotional support.
https://www.blossombirthandfamily.org/support-groups.html
If you are experiencing a high level of anxiety and need help right away, please contact our partner, Supporting Mamas.
Due to very high demand and resource constraints, Blossom is bringing this free 1-on-1 mentoring program to a close in January 2023. If you already filled out the form to receive or to become a mentor, you will be contacted by November 18th regarding whether there is a match for you. In the meantime, the following resources are available to help with emotional support.
https://www.blossombirthandfamily.org/support-groups.html
If you are experiencing a high level of anxiety and need help right away, please contact our partner, Supporting Mamas.
How Does this Program Work?
"Blossom Moms” will receive 1-on-1 peer support* during the pregnancy and/or postpartum period from trained "Mentor Mom" volunteers. Peer support includes listening, understanding, empathy, companionship and friendship.
Blossom will match a Mentor Mom with a Blossom Mom based on their responses to questionnaires. They will connect for:
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*Peer support is NOT medical advice nor therapy. This program is not appropriate for moms in crisis or those experiencing thoughts of harming oneself or others. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), text the word HOME to 741741 to reach the National Crisis Text Line, or go to your nearest emergency room.
For more information, contact mentormoms@blossombirthandfamily.org.
This program is FREE to Blossom Moms. Blossom Birth Services is a 501 c(3) nonprofit. Donations are welcome to help ensure that this program can remain free of charge.
This program is FREE to Blossom Moms. Blossom Birth Services is a 501 c(3) nonprofit. Donations are welcome to help ensure that this program can remain free of charge.