Brook’s Story

Brook’s journey with Healthier Moms and Babies began when she was 17 weeks pregnant, she had just relocated and had limited support. As a first-time mom, she enrolled in the Nurse Family Partnership program, where she received consistent guidance and care throughout her pregnancy. Her nurse helped monitor her health, provided education on pregnancy risks, safe sleep education and offered emotional support, making Brook feel confident in caring for herself and her baby. After giving birth to a healthy baby boy, Brook faced additional life challenges, including adjusting to motherhood away from family, managing a health diagnosis, and coping with past trauma. Recognizing her struggles, her nurse referred her to Healthier Moms and Babies’s maternal mental health therapist, marking the start of her emotional healing journey.

Through therapy, Brook learned to manage her emotional
well-being, which had been deeply impacted by childhood trauma. She faced challenges in expressing her feelings and struggled with self-esteem, but over time, therapy helped her gain confidence, set boundaries, and embrace self-care. Brook’s growth not only improved her ability to navigate motherhood but allowed her to express herself through art and music. With Healthier Moms and Babies’s support, Brook developed a strong foundation for both herself and her child, understanding the importance of mental health during motherhood. Her story underscores the importance of accessible support systems for mothers, proving that when women are given the tools to heal, they not only transform their own lives but also create a stronger, healthier foundation for their children’s future.

Her story emphasizes the significance of emotional healing and support for mothers, demonstrating how self-care, therapy, and community can empower them to become more confident and grounded parents.