Mending Mothers

A non-profit providing no-cost support services to mothers

Matrescence

The psychological birth of a mother-similar to adolescence-involving hormonal and identity shifting.

About

Mending Mothers is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides free prenatal, birthing and postpartum support to mothers. Mending Mothers provides healing services and emotional support during the challenging transition known as Matrescence. We place a high priority on providing services to disadvantaged mothers with limited resources. We also provide support to bereaved mothers, womxn struggling with infertility and adoptive mothers. Read more about service offerings here. Read our mission statement here. Meet our board members here.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help mothers to feel understood, heard and supported during the transition of matrescence. We aim to provide emotional support and empowerment to mothers as they embark on one of the most dynamic journeys of life. We believe that access to support services during this challenging time of transition is not only a human right-it's crucial to the mother's well-being, their family's well-being and our community at large.

Photo by Ryan Bollard