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Mamistad Reviews & More Everyone tells you "Join a Mom's Group", they just don't tell you how! MAMI GROUP TIP : The most successful members are those that share openly and without judgment. We all have our ideas of how motherhood should go, but when we open our minds to our sister mamas, we learn that there's no one right way to be a mother. Mamistad Reviews Happily, we have more reviews than we can share, but you'll see some below. For years Mamistad has grown mainly by word-of-mouth. It was meant to be a temporary hobby, until it took on a life of it's own. If you've had a good experience with Mamistad, please share it. EVERY MOM deserves to feel safe and understood as a new mom. Your recommendation could change everything for them! More Reviews Submit Review " "I was newly married, in a new city and I had no local friends. We'd just learnedmy mom had Alzheimer's - I never imagined having a baby without her. Depression seemed inevitable. There were things my wonderful husband just couldn't understand. Having sisters to share the New motherhood journey with changed everything. We formed lifelong bonds-our families became an awesome community. The rest is history." ~Cynthia T. CNPE, Founder, MOM "Having Sisters to share the mom journey with... changed everything ." More Reviews Mamistad Featured Washington Parent Pregnancy Resources Top Pick First Breaths to First Steps - Bev Garrison 2022 Interview Macaroni KID 2020 Spotlight Article Mommy Index Denver 2021 Interview Washington Post Mother's Day Feature 2012 Front Page Metro Section Mamistad Gives Back Something to Share?

DENVER RECOMMENDATIONS E xcept for OB's, the following products and services received at least 2 votes. As time goes on, more votes will be required to make the list as our recommendations become FAVORITES. Some helpful comments are included. Items with an asterisk (*) are *Already a Mamistad Favorite-recommended by several moms! OBSTETRICIANS Dr. Sarah Payne (Denver) "never feel rushed, feel heard, open-minded, friendly" South Denver OBGYN "they are very accommodating and work mostly with midwives. And they don't push you to do unnecessary procedures." BREASTFEEDING DOULAS Liz Foster "she was very involved and caring" MIDWIFERY The Center for Midwifery Group in Aurora, CO. "They work with unmedicated birth plans and incorporate more alternative therapies into their care (nitrous oxide, acupuncture, pelvic floor therapy, aromatherapy, herbs, etc....). They are also highly caring. I had a traumatic birth and heard lots of negative comments during my c-section. They followed up with me and ensured they would share my feedback with the OB team that did my surgery. They were also very concerned about my wellbeing as a whole, not just what was going on with mom and baby, but my mental health, my social health, and my relationship with my partner. Their group also has an enmeshed postpartum mental health group that they immediately connected me with in the hospital. It and its support group have been immensely helpful during my postpartum period." HOSPITALS & BIRTHING CENTERS Littleton Adventist BABY REGISTRIES Baby List* FITNESS CLASSES The Mama'hood in Denver. Prenatal* "Yoga for all levels. Really nice way to connect with other moms (there is time at the beginning dedicated to sharing how everyone is doing) and the class is relaxing and not difficult while providing good stretches and a nice way to connect with baby." Yoga with Adrienne "you can modify as needed and it is free." OTHER PREGNANCY SERVICES Leachco u-shape pillow "has been wonderful for sleeping and/or laying in bed" Acupuncture-Kerry Bowman LAc, Webster Technique (breech babies) Chiropractic- Dr Casey Strojny BABY BOTTLES BABY CARRIERS Add your suggestions here

DOULA-LED CLASSES If I could give every pregnant mom a gift, it would be a doula . A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth, to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible. Countless scientific trials examining doula care demonstrate remarkably improved physical and psychological outcomes for both mother and baby. Doulas have a positive impact on the well-being of the entire family. Our goal is to record an episode of MOM CHAT with each of them to provide a more comprehensive introduction to their style,expertise and passion for their work! Ursula at BIRTH YOU DESIRE https://birthyoudesire.com/ Ursula on MomChat This award-winning class is available to you on your time line and in multiple languages. Ursula's Classes

MEGAN MACCUTCHEON LPC, PMH-C Be Well - Wellness Founder & Clinical Director Megan on MomChat Megan is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinician passionate about spreading awareness regarding the various and very common Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders that exist but are often overlooked. She is available to provide assessments and treatment options for women struggling with depression, anxiety, irritability, stress, etc. during pregnancy and postpartum and loves providing resources to help families navigate the various challenges and demands of parenting. Megan is an EMDR practitioner and uses this modern, evidence-based treatment to help individuals who have experienced trauma or are struggling with anxiety related to birth. Through EMDR therapy, Megan has helped countless individuals move beyond the distress to eliminate triggers and find healing and wellness. She is approved by the Virginia Board of Counseling as a registered supervisor and provides both individual and group supervision to Residents in Counseling who are working toward Virginia State Licensure. Megan frequently presents on topics related to maternal mental health, and also provides coaching services, wellness retreats, and the Empowered Motherhood course via Megan MacCutcheon, LLC. She is the co-founder of Perinatal Place and Be Hive Wellness. Megan's Class Empowered Motherhood w/Megan I know first hand how busy moms can be. You may be reluctant to add another commitment or appointment to your already busy (and unpredictable, thanks to baby!) life. But sometimes taking time to learn new tools is just what you need to feel inspired and more balanced juggling all you have on your plate. If you're not ready to join a support group or commit to therapy but could still use some tips & tools to feel your best, check out my pre-recorded Empowering Motherhood course. Learn strategies to: Create Calm: Develop a toolkit of ways to nurture yourself so you can stay grounded and present as you care for your family and juggle the many demands of motherhood. Learn simple ways to prioritize your own wellbeing without feeling overwhelmed. You can feel fulfilled and ultimately be a more patient, available, and content version of the mom you want to be. Build Confidence: Quiet your mind and tame your inner critic so you can focus on what really matters while keeping your nervous system regulated. Science has proven that we can literally rewire our brains to improve our moods and more effectively cope with life’s stressors. It's life changing. I'll show you how it works and help you change your brain so you can navigate life with a greater sense of calm. Feel In-Control: Embrace your inner-strength so you can feel empowered and learn to set healthy boundaries for yourself and your family. Develop effective skills to set boundaries and be a protective mama-bear without making enemies. You can be more confident and courageous in parenting, which will help you effectively navigate the ups and downs of motherhood. What you get in this course: 15+ trainings modules, workbooks, and additional resources & tools to help you implement new strategies so you can become a calmer, more confident, well-grounded mama. Work at your own-pace to implement my three-pillar approach to Empowered Motherhood. Mamistad Members use code: "Mamistad + your group number" for a 20% discount after membership confirmation. GROUP BONUS: if 3 or more members of your group have taken this class, you can request a group Q&A with Megan via Zoom. Register HERE .

Mamistad connects first-time pregnant and new moms in groups, to share the amazing and unpredictable jouney. MAMISTAD New Moms Since 2005 First-time Pregnant & New Moms FIND YOUR TRIBE Mamistad is one mom's simple dream to create a safe space for new moms to enter the motherhood realm undjudged supported and together. Nothing fancy, just living and learning. Like motherhood, we are always evolving. Coming Soon: The Mamistad Village Top providers supporting moms in countless ways! Join Us Make a new version where the main intro text is over the photo? See below How it Works Submit your Profile Submit a brief profile. You'll get a welcome letter with your group prospects in 24-48 hours. 1. Join Us RSVP 2. Like the prospects? RSVP for a New Member Zoom Call to learn about Mamistad & ask any questions you have. RSVP Confirm & Connect 3. Like what you heard on the Zoom? You'll be introduced to your group via email & sent a one-time invoice* and tools to help you connect in person! Group Ideas Mamistad forms first-time pregnant and new moms' groups for moms who are due or delivered their first baby within 3-4 months of one another. In-person groups for moms in the general NOVA/DC area, Austin, TX and Denver, CO. Not in these areas? Sign up and we'll contact you if when your area takes off! Virtual options may also be available. *There is a one-time fee of $69-89 (based on location) to be placed in up to two groups (if there are two available). Fee may be paid in two payments if necessary. Wondering if a Mom's Group is for you? Reviews are in. Check out this moment Why It Works MATRESENCE. . ."the process of becoming a mother... It's a holistic change in multiple domains of your life. You're going to feel it perhaps bodily, psychologically...with your peer groups...at your job... in terms of the big philosophical questions.... ...When we don't talk about it, the myth of motherhood as this idyllic oasis is perpetuated in our culture...Talking about what's happening with you with other moms is such a pillar of support." ~Aurélie Athan, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Columbia University Throughout their pregnancy journey, however long it may be, mothers deserve the highest standard of care - emotionally, mentally and physically. Connect Mom Chat Ep. 8 MATRESENCE w/Megan MacCutcheon LPC, PMH-C Liesten on Apple. Liesten on Spotify. THE PODCAST Mom Chat MOM CHAT, the Mamistad Podcast was launched on February 14, 2024 to share all the amazing lessons we've learned, stories we've lived and brilliance we've encountered (we work with lots of amazing experts) on our collective motherhood journeys as a Sisterhood of Mamas. Do you have a motherhood story to share? Let's Chat On Apple. On Spotify. EVERYWHERE. with Mamistad The Truth . . first-time moms are often blindsided by many aspects of new motherhood - it's tough! Despite all their planning, they aren't prepared for the transition to motherhood. Having your first baby is likely one of the most impacting, life-changing and overwhelming things you'll ever do. MOM-OWNED BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT The Whole Mom Dr. Nicole Kumi PhD, PMH-C Hi mama, Around six months postpartum... because the system had “cleared” me at six weeks, I assumed that if anything still felt heavy, it was something I just needed to push through...But the harder I pushed, the heavier everything seemed to become... That’s why I created the Fourth Trimester Program. This is not a support group... It’s designed to provide what so many moms are missing after the system steps away: Education about what’s actually happening in postpartum Tools to navigate sleep deprivation, emotional shifts, identity changes, communication, intimacy, and mental health Sustainability, so you’re not just getting through this season, but building a foundation for what comes next Right now, thanks to the generosity of Andrea’s Wish Foundation, I can offer 10 new moms full sponsorship into this program COMPLETELY FREE (a $1,500 investment). Apply here , and let me give you what no one gave me. Listen to Dr. Kumi on Mom Chat with Mamistad Mom-Bus Spotlight Mamistad is a proud BLUE DOT Ambassador Cynthia is a CAPPA Certified New Parent Educator. Mamistad A combination of two Spanish words: Mami - prounounced likes it's enlgish version "mommy" Amistad : Spanish word for friendship Cynthia discusses Mamistad on the Birth, Baby! a Podcast

Top Mamistad Recommendations The Mami Circle In an effort to help New Mamis navigate through the often overwhelming onslaught of new mom information and advertising that bombards you when you enter the new Mama world, we are building a list of recommendations based on Mamistad Member input as well as almost 20 years of experience in the perinatal world. These businesses have agreed to join the Mami Circle. There is no fee for them to be here - it is an honor to include them. MEGAN MACCUTCHEON* Megan MacCutcheon LPC, PMH-C Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinician, Mom Coach Read More Milk in Motion Laci Tang IBCLC Breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, and babywearing. Read More MINDFUL DOULAS Beka Atwater PCD, CLC Supporting new parents with warmth, compassion, and humility Read More FIT4MOM Fit4Mom Search your city! All of FIT4MOM's fitness classes and wellness programs were created to provide Strength in Motherhood® Read More NEOWELL* Melissa Braun & Margie Kuczkowski MSN, CRNP, CBC Guiding NICU Families from Hospital to Home Read More DC METRO MATERNITY* Samantha Griffin CLD, PCD, CE Providing professional doula support to women of color and their partners. Read More TRANSITION PHYSICAL THERAPY* Katie Bayer Owner/PT, DPT We specialize in pelvic floor therapy and pregnancy and postpartum issues, no matter what stage of life you are in. Read More DADS WITH WISDOM Adam Angel LCSW-C, LICSW Support groups for dads. Read More ARLINGTON LACTATION & FEEDING* Susan Howard MSN, RN, IBCLC Your one-stop shop for judgement-free feeding support for your newborn, infant, and toddler. Read More BIRTH YOU DESIRE DOULAS* Ursula Sabia Sukinik CD, CDT, CMA, CBE, CLC Our Award-Winning doulas & educators located in DC, MD, VA & Phoenix metro areas. Read More LIFE COACH-SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILIES* Susanna Peace Lovell Life Coach & Disability Rights Advocate Author, Your True Self Is Enough Read More * This member has been a guest on MOM CHAT, the Mamistad Podcast . If you have experience with a stellar service that you think should be posted in the Mami Circle, let us know .

< Back Jennifer Byrnes LPC, PMH-C Services include: Therapy: Megan runs a therapy practice, Be Well-Wellness , which offers in-person and virtual sessions. Megan and her team have a specific focus on maternal mental health. Megan also specializes in helping individuals process and heal from traumatic birth experiences using EMDR , a modern, somatic therapy technique that provides quicker and more effective results than talk therapy alone. Coaching: While not all new moms need or are ready to commit to therapy, every mom deserves support and guidance. Via a remote voice & text messaging platform, coaching clients can connect with Megan as often as needed on a monthly subscription basis to get support, answers to questions, and tips and tools for navigating motherhood. See her class offering for Mamistad here: https://www.mamistad.com/mamistad-classes Listen to their Mom Chat with Mamistad Episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0cbQTRK8hSTHgYAf3mKfHG?si=97bf79d9fcb54879

< Back Sultana Karim M.A., LCPC, LPC, CCTP, PMH-C Services include: Therapy: Megan runs a therapy practice, Be Well-Wellness , which offers in-person and virtual sessions. Megan and her team have a specific focus on maternal mental health. Megan also specializes in helping individuals process and heal from traumatic birth experiences using EMDR , a modern, somatic therapy technique that provides quicker and more effective results than talk therapy alone. Coaching: While not all new moms need or are ready to commit to therapy, every mom deserves support and guidance. Via a remote voice & text messaging platform, coaching clients can connect with Megan as often as needed on a monthly subscription basis to get support, answers to questions, and tips and tools for navigating motherhood. See her class offering for Mamistad here: https://www.mamistad.com/mamistad-classes Listen to their Mom Chat with Mamistad Episode on Spotify: https://www.mamistad.com/mamistadpodcastmomchat

Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinician, Mom Coach < Back MEGAN MACCUTCHEON* Megan MacCutcheon LPC, PMH-C www.meganmaccutcheon.com Megan MacCutcheon Support and counseling for mothers. See her class offering for Mamistad here: https://www.mamistad.com/mamistad-classes Her other services include: Therapy: Megan runs a therapy practice, Be Well-Wellness , which offers in-person and virtual sessions. Megan and her team have a specific focus on maternal mental health. Megan also specializes in helping individuals process and heal from traumatic birth experiences using EMDR , a modern, somatic therapy technique that provides quicker and more effective results than talk therapy alone. Coaching: While not all new moms need or are ready to commit to therapy, every mom deserves support and guidance. Via a remote voice & text messaging platform, coaching clients can connect with Megan as often as needed on a monthly subscription basis to get support, answers to questions, and tips and tools for navigating motherhood. https://bewell-wellness.com/

Contact Us Mamistad is always learning, always changing, always trying to be better than we were yesterday. Families, parents, babies...always growing. Thank you for visiting our world. MAMISTAD A rlington, VA Mamistad started in Falls Church, VA, and has grown to include the areas below. If you're outside these areas, we welcome you to join us to connect virtually. If there is another mom in your general area, I will connect you individually. If there happen to be several, we'll form a local group for you! Mostly the following NOVA locations: Reston, Falls Church, McLean, Fairfax, Arlington & Alexandria DC Area Austin Area Denver Area Email: cynthia@mamistad.com

Member Reviews The best way for potential members to understand the Mamistad Sisterhood is to hear about it if from actual members. Share your review here. Neelam (M207) “Nobody tells you how hard those first couple of weeks are. Well, even if they do, you can never be prepared for it. This group has been a lifesaver for me despite my so called village. I've been able to relate more to them than anyone I already know" Emily (M116) "My Mamistad group has been my number one resource and support system since we have no family in the area. Because we are all first time moms it's amazing to see everyone come into their own as a parent and ho much we learn from each other. " Marley (M118) They've become like family, Joining Mamistad is one of the best things I've ever done. I was anxious and lonely after the birth of my first child, and the ladies of my group were there for me. Even though we are all very different, over the years they've become my family. “Being an introvert, joining a mom group felt really outside my comfort zone, but I knew if I wanted any mom friends, I had to put myself out there! “ It has been amazing to have a dozen women in my court, either for encouragement or making me feel like I am not alone. There is never a dumb question and I am so lucky to have a group of women outside of my normal circle, to chat with and meet up with. And I know that it will be great when my baby arrives because she will have built in friends! Being in this mom group, has given me chances to do things I never would do on my own. I can’t say enough good things about Mamistad and all the sweet ladies in my group. Bethany (M118) “This has been an amazing year of connection and I am so grateful for all of you! “ I cherish the connections we have made in this group and appreciate all the advice and support we provide for one another! This has been an amazing year of connection and I am so grateful for all of you! Thank you Mamistad Mamis for all that you do to bring us together! Sarah (M198) “ I never had a situation where I wasn't able to get multiple good ideas when I needed them.” There a moments as a new Mom where you just don't know how to handle a situation with your little one and feel scared or unsure. Mamistad offered a group of new Mom's that were going through exactly what I was, and I was able to feel a sense of security and friendship instantly. I never had a situation where I wasn't able to get multiple good ideas when I needed them. I would highly recommend Mamistad for any new mommy! Keri (M119) “My group has given unconditional support that I didnt even know I needed!” I joined with the expectation of having access to info mainly and it has been so much more than that!!! My group has given unconditional support that I didnt even know I needed! Being part of Mamistad was one of the best decisions I took for my wellbeing and my babies wellbeing. I didn't know I was going to need this support, I didn't know motherhood can be scary and that I would be afraid and doubtful... having other mommies going through the same at the same time sharing and being there for you is priceless! Patty (M118) “it's nice to be able to share some of the weirdness of pregnancy with people going through it at almost the exact same time.” All of the ladies I've met so far are great and it's nice to be able to share some of the weirdness of pregnancy with people going through it at almost the exact same time. Early on, it made me feel better to hear how many people had major aversions to cooking like me since becoming pregnant (due to heightened senses of smell in early pregnancy). And to laugh about how our significant others are handling things. And everyone's different but I've found that by meeting lots of other people in a similar situation at least that you can pick and choose what you want to take from it and you aren't just stuck relying on 25-35 year old advice from our own mothers or mother in laws (not that it isn't great) or the often funny advice from our significant others. Rebecca (M121) "I seriously love all the girls and it has been such a great resource :)" Thank you again for putting this awesome group together. Nicole (MDC3) “the whole group still meets periodically with babies and dads!” I joined Mamistad about a year ago when I was halfway through my pregnancy. I love the moms I’ve met and it’s my favorite group by far. I’ve made a few friends within the group that I regularly keep in touch with and the whole group still meets periodically with babies and dads! I am so thankful to have this network. It’s especially great the babies are around the same age and the other moms work like me. ~Jessica MDC8 “Having a group that understood my fears about birth and being a mom, my stress about being a working mom, my excitement, was amazing.” I joined a group last year (my girl was born in may 2019) and it made such a difference in my pregnancy - we met up every other week at least, sometimes even a few times a week, and I always looked forward to it. Having a group that understood my fears about birth and being a mom, my stress about being a working mom, my excitement, was amazing. I have since moved away from Denver but we all have a group chat so I keep in touch and they still get together with their partners and babies! I'm so glad I signed up for mamistad. Lauren (MDV19) “...now we are there for each other as some of us are welcoming our 2nd children.” My Mami group experience has been wonderful. Our group still gets together once a week after a year. Our kids love playing together. This is my group of mommy friends. We have been through so much together as we were all there during our pregnancies and births - now we are there for each other as some of us are welcoming our 2nd children. It's awesome and I have absolutely recommended for friends to join Mami groups. Highly recommend! Katie (M110) "I am beyond grateful for this group of women and their support." Being a mommy is the best thing that’s ever happened to me and I am beyond grateful for this group of women and their support. Thank you for putting us together!! I have recommended Mamistad to all of my DC friends! ~Lauren MDC14 “I was a single mother by choice and looking for support … I didn't need to worry. My group has been wonderfully supportive throughout.” I joined when I was still in my first trimester. At the time, I was a single mother by choice and looking for support during pregnancy but also worried that I wouldn't really fit in with other moms in more traditional situations. As it turned out, I didn't need to worry. My group has been wonderfully supportive throughout. It was so helpful to have people to share the pregnancy experience with and the group has been a tremendous source of emotional support and shared parenting advice/ideas now that we've had our babies. I can't imagine having taken this journey without this wonderful group of women and I recommend Mamistad to anyone I meet who's newly pregnant. Hilary (M158) “Mamistad isn't just important to me, it is important to my daughter!...” My group meets weekly and has since our babies were born. Our children have grown up together! At first, when our babies were not mobile, it was an awesome outlet for all of the stress and questions you have as a new moms. As everyone has grown up and the kids have turned 1 and beyond, we get to have amazing playdates with great kids and great moms! Our toddlers are all over the places, but it is so fun to see them grow together. It is so nice to celebrate your own child's milestones, but I've also enjoyed rejoicing in the milestones of the other kids in the group. It has been such a positive experience and I try to recommend it to all of the first time mom's I meet! Catherine (M110) “we talk about everything, not just mommy life…” All of my Mamistad mamis are great and offer a different perspective, but I got really close with one in particular. She is ALWAYS available to talk to, and we talk about everything, not just mommy life. I know I've found a friend for life, and I wouldn't have met her without Mamistad! Jessica M149 "It's what helps us get through..." I was telling my husband how great it is that you created such a wonderful business, but not just a business, a community. During this whole pandemic I feel like us moms need this. It's what helps us get through the days, nights, weeks, months... Son 184 “...as an added bonus, now my little girl has a whole group of playmates for when she gets older! “ Going through my pregnancy alongside such caring women was so great. I learned so much (and still am learning!) from everyone in my group. We took turns organizing meals for each new mom, and this was incredibly helpful. It's been such a joy to swap success stories, horror stories, and just be there for each other. I would never have met these friends if not for Mamistad. And as an added bonus, now my little girl has a whole group of playmates for when she gets older! Thank you, Mamistad. Stefanie (M212) “I started to believe that I could also be strong, amazing and vibrant…” Since I joined mamistad, I started to believe that I could also be strong, amazing and vibrant even though I was pregnant and it started a momentum in my life of self-care and reaching out with an open heart to connect with other mamis, including my own mom who I didn't really talk to much about motherhood before (I avoided connecting with her because I felt that motherhood was a burden to her and dragged her down. But now I am learning to look ahead toward my own future and now I know that I am not her and my story is not a repeat of hers). It's been a healing process and I am learning to mother myself and I am happy that it will help me to mother my own kids more wholeheartedly. ~Jen M147 More... “ I cannot even begin to explain the benefits of being surrounded by women who understand what you are going through..” Mamistad experience has been more fulfilling than I could have imagined. Initially I was nervous about joining but that fear was quickly assuaged upon meeting my group. It was like reuniting with old friends. The women in my group are supportive, thoughtful, honest, and have a tremendous sense of humor. I cannot even begin to explain the benefits of being surrounded by women who understand what you are going through because they are in the trenches with you. Cynthia's foresight in the creation of Mamistad was pure genius...she gets it. She gets that first time Moms need a sanctuary to discuss, laugh, cry and support each other as we transition to Motherhood. The bonds I have formed with these women sustain me. The old adage of "it takes a village" runs true...and thanks to Mamistad, I have found mine. ~Tamaro (M118) "None of my friends have babies yet so I felt like I didn't really have anyone to talk to.” Mamistad has been a great experience for me because it has given me a group of caring women to talk to about all things pregnancy and baby related. None of my friends have babies yet, I am the first; so I felt like I didn't really have anyone to talk to. The Mamistad women could relate to all of the new things I was experiencing as a new mami - the good, the bad, and the ugly! Ashley (M118) "I still see updates of our big kids on FB and made a lifelong friend." Mamistad was a great group for me b/c of the initial structure & limited number of mamas in each group… The smaller group made it easier for me - I really enjoyed getting to know them all. 7 yrs later, I still see updates of our big kids on FB and made a lifelong friend. Crista M78 "They supported me in my toughest moments as a mom..." As I started this journey called motherhood and how I couldn't imagine being a first-time mom without this special group of ladies! I had a traumatic delivery/postpartum recovery period and then got mastitis, which caused an abscess that I had to have emergency surgery for and caused me to have to quit breastfeeding - very traumatic experiences- and these ladies were there for it all! They supported me in my toughest moments as a mom - something that is so invaluable in this city of strangers. But beyond that, I will always remember our 2-4am Whatsapp conversations, when we were all awake and feeding our babies, trying to figure it all out and keeping each other laughing along the way. It's like we have been through a war together at this point and I couldn't imagine going through all that with anyone else. Sarah M150 “it wasn't until I finally decided to show up in person to our first meet-ups that I truly knew I would be making connections to last a life time.” Mamistad is truly a place for bringing the virtual mommy connection to life. It's easy to get caught up within all the convenient mom and pregnancy websites and/or apps but it wasn't until I finally decided to show up in person to our first meet-ups that I truly knew I would be making connections to last a life time. Some of my favorite parts of our meet-ups are just sharing our funny experience stories, tips and tricks over a meal together and just checking in with each other throughout a beautiful & mystifying journey from pregnancy to post-delivery. I've had the pleasure to connect with truly caring, inspirational and fun mommies and mommies-to-be that shared backgrounds, due date months, and locality and it's been such a comforting resource to truly empower each other. I would recommend and wish Mamistad for every woman because there's just no such thing as too much support :) Thanks for everything Mamistad family!" Eden 154 Write a Review

Breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, and babywearing. < Back Milk in Motion Laci Tang IBCLC We’re proud to offer a full spectrum of care, by supporting breastfeeding, pumping, and bottle feeding families. Our most unique service is The Pump Bar: a hands-on pump fitting experience that helps you choose the right pump and feel good using it. https://www.milkinmotion.co/