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Well Mother, Well Baby Program

Program Mission


For many girls growing up in low-income environments, motherhood arrives too soon – often limiting choices and perpetuating the cycles of poverty. Children of teen mothers are at greater risk of childhood illness and lack of educational opportunities than their peers. We believe motherhood is a gift and a responsibility. The Well Mother, Well Baby Program is an educational and outreach initiative preparing pregnant teens for a healthy pregnancy and a bright future. Our aim is to empower our participants to develop healthy behaviors, make their own positive choices, and be the best parents they can be.

Expected outcomes include:

  • Delivery of a healthy baby
  • Improved self-esteem for mother and child
  • Enhanced health and wellness knowledge and behaviors
  • Pursuit of a positive future

 

Weekly classes include:

  • Parenting skills
  • Breast feeding
  • Infant massage
  • Financial mangement
  • Nutrition
  • Child safety

A Wider Circle provides each mom with a graduation baby shower at which she will receive basic need items for herself and her baby (cribs, strollers, diapers, clothing, etc.). After the final baby shower, the program continues on through the participants’ relationships with their “mentor moms” – experienced mothers who provide support, advice, and friendship during and after the pregnancy.

If you are interested in donating items for the baby shower, click here to see our wish list. If you are interested in leading a workshop or being a 'mentor mom', call our office at (301) 608-3504.

 

 

          Phone: 301-608-3504                Fax: 301-608-3508                 Email: contact@awidercircle.org           CFC #21120