Mission
EMPOWERING BIRTHING PEOPLE TOGETHER
Compassionate support for birthing people navigating mental health, recovery, and postpartum transitions.
Approach
💛 What is MA Mom Advocates (MAMA)?
MAMA is a free, community-based support program for birthing and postpartum people. We offer advocacy, care coordination, and practical support during pregnancy and the first year after birth — especially for those navigating perinatal mental health challenges, substance use or recovery, and major life transitions.
🤍 Who is MAMA for?
MAMA supports birthing people and new parents, including those experiencing:
Perinatal depression, anxiety, or trauma
Substance use or recovery during pregnancy or postpartum
Dual diagnosis (both mental health and substance use challenges)
Housing instability, system involvement, or limited support
If you’re pregnant or postpartum and need support, you’re welcome here.
🌱 How does support work?
You’ll be paired with an Advocate who offers relationship-based, individualized support. This may include:
Help navigating medical, behavioral health, or recovery care
Support attending appointments
Care coordination across systems (healthcare, housing, benefits, education)
Emotional support during postpartum transitions
Practical support like transportation assistance or essential items
We move at your pace and center your choices.
🤝 How long can I receive support?
Support is available for up to one year after birth, with flexibility to extend when more time or care is needed. Healing doesn’t follow a strict timeline.
🌈 Will my Advocate understand me?
We do our best to match participants with Advocates based on identity, lived experience, language, or preferences when possible. All Advocates practice trauma-informed, harm-reduction, and culturally responsive care.
🔒 Is this confidential?
Yes. Your privacy matters. What you share with MAMA is confidential, with limited legal exceptions related to immediate safety. We are always transparent about confidentiality and your options.
💸 Does this cost anything?
No. MAMA is a free resource.
✨ What if I’m unsure about reaching out?
That’s okay. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear plan. You can reach out just to ask questions or learn more — there’s no pressure or judgment.
📞 How do I get started?
Contact us through our website or referral form. A member of our team will connect with you in a way that feels respectful and supportive.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
Supporting All People, Regardless of Gender, Race, or Background
We are committed to supporting birthing individuals from all walks of life, ensuring that our services are accessible to all, regardless of gender, race, financial status, or identity. Whether you’re a person of color, LGBTQ+, a single parent, or facing cultural or language barriers, MAMA is here to help connect you to a network of care that meets your specific needs.
Systems Navigation Support
We provide compassionate, relationship-based guidance to help birthing and postpartum people — including those navigating perinatal mental health and substance use challenges — understand their options, coordinate care across systems, and move through pregnancy and postpartum with greater stability and support.
Community and Peer Support
We connect individuals with a supportive community of others who understand their experience, reducing isolation and fostering a sense of belonging during the postpartum period.
Our Values
Equity: We are committed to breaking down barriers to care and ensuring that every birthing person has access to the support they need.
Respect: We honor each person’s journey, providing a safe and inclusive space for all individuals.
Education: Knowledge is power, and we provide education that empowers birthing people to make informed decisions about their care and recovery.
Need postpartum support? Click the tab below to access our support form and get connected to the resources you need. You’ll find it at the bottom of our homepage.