The Mentor Moms Network for Blossom Moms
Blossom CARES. We provide:
Community Awareness Resources, and Emotional Support |
One way for us to show we care is through our new program, The Mentor Moms Network for Blossom Moms. This FREE program starts now! |
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:
For more information, please read on!
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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.
Become a Mentor MomAs a mentor, you can be that non-judgmental listener for another mom, like the new mom you once were. Be there to support a new or new-again mom, as a caring peer who understands what women experience during pregnancy and parenthood. Show moms they're not alone by relating, listening and reassuring them that their feelings, thoughts and concerns are valid. Provide support by giving them someone to text with or talk to.
These are the steps to become a mentor:
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Register as a Blossom Mom
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For more information, contact Cindy at 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.