229, 715. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Adolescent Health, that is the number of babies that were born to women ages 15-29 in 2015. While this number has decreased from past years, it is still holds great significance. Assuming that these were all single births, and that each of these mothers had one fear, question, or challenge, there exists a lot of unknowns within this special population of moms.
Many organizations across the country, with lots of resources, exist to assist in preventing teen pregnancy. The month of May has been designated as National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month. May 4 is National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. While these efforts are necessary, we can’t forget about or ignore the needs of the young ladies who did become teen moms. Who is there for them?
Where do I go to…..? Who do I call if…..? How do I know when…..? These are the beginnings of questions that all teen mothers have. We can not assume that these new mothers have a support system from whom they seek answers. Maybe they do have an amazing support system, but feel that no one within it understands their situation, because it wasn’t their situation.
It is my goal to ensure that no question is left unanswered, no dream is left deferred, and no need is left unmet. I want to see each of you flourish. Through my personal experiences, child-rearing journey, parenting pearls of wisdom, challenges and obstacles, and success testimonials from other young mothers, I hope to encourage you. If I can keep one baby from being left on a doorstep because mommy couldn’t cope, one young mom from reaching her point of no return, or one innocent soul from losing his/her life, then the mission that I am setting forth will be accomplished.
As The Burgeoning Mom Experience movement continues to develop, I hope to offer networking opportunities, pop-up baby showers around the country, celebrate you with Young Mommy of the Month awards, and hold monthly surprise giveaways. So, whether your baby is on the way, just took his/her first breath, or blessed your life years ago, join us here. Check in often. Invite your friends and loved ones. Let’s burgeon and live your experience, together.
I believe in you. You CAN and WILL do this!
The Burgeoning Mom Experience 