Jen with her husband and daughter, Tillie.

When Jen Mwanga Bausi gave birth to her daughter, Tillie, she soon faced challenges she never expected.

Jen and her husband run a nonprofit and live in the Eastern Congo but returned to Newport News, Jen’s hometown, to deliver Tillie. “I was having a lot of trouble breastfeeding and we found out Tillie had a significant tongue tie. She lost weight quickly, and I was so stressed,” said Jen. “I really thought I couldn’t provide for my baby, and I let negative thoughts creep in.”

Jen heard about CDR’s Motherhood program and reached out for help. There she and Tillie received the help they so desperately needed. Jen found friendship and support from the Motherhood staff, and the other mothers in the program encouraged her and let her know she was not alone.

“I learned that all babies are different, and all moms are different. The women I leaned on provided for me in ways I couldn’t provide for myself. I had people in my corner.”

With help at their side, Jen and Tillie both grew in their new roles as mom and daughter. Tillie reached her birth weight at five weeks and is growing and thriving. Jen went from not knowing what to do to offering advice and support to other new moms. “I’ve gained confidence I never thought I would have.”

Since its inception, the Motherhood program has grown by 376 percent—37 percent in the last year alone.

Held 44 baby weigh stations and presided over 38 infant massage classes in both English and Spanish.

Held the first annual Holly Jolly Stroller Strides for parents and their babies.

Collaborated with community partners to hold a successful Mother’s Day event.

Provided more than 1,800 hours of service to the Williamsburg community and surrounding area.

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