Celebrating Moms-to-Be: Building Community for Healthier Starts

Saturday was a special morning as Penfield Children’s Center welcomed moms-to-be from across our community for Penfield’s Community Baby Shower, hosted at the beautiful Uplifting Mansion.

The morning was filled with laughter, games, lunch, and connection, along with an opportunity for moms to learn about resources available to support them during pregnancy and beyond. Most importantly, it was a chance for moms to come together, build relationships, and celebrate the exciting journey ahead.

We are so grateful to Uplifting Mansion for opening their doors to us. Founders Deanna and Justin have restored this historic Milwaukee home into a gathering place for community, creativity, and connection, and it was the perfect setting for a celebration centered on new beginnings. We are proud to partner with an organization that shares our commitment to helping Milwaukee families thrive.

And no baby shower would be complete without gifts! Each mom received thoughtful gifts to help her feel prepared to welcome her new baby. We are incredibly grateful to Joie Baby for donating strollers and Kohl’s Cares for donating diaper bags filled with baby essentials. Their generosity made the celebration extra special and provided moms with items they can use as they prepare for their babies’ arrival.

Building Support Before Baby Arrives

At Penfield, we believe supporting children starts with supporting families. That’s why our work begins even before a baby is born.

Through our Growing Together program, Penfield provides prenatal support to moms in our community through a peer support group made up of moms with similar due dates. The program gives moms a place to connect with others who are experiencing many of the same changes, questions and milestones during pregnancy.

Growing Together provides education and support throughout each phase of pregnancy, helping moms understand what to expect while connecting them with resources available in the community. Just as importantly, the program creates a sense of community.

Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but it can also come with questions and uncertainty. Having other moms to talk with, share experiences with and learn alongside can help moms feel more confident and supported as they prepare for their babies.

A Community That Supports Moms and Babies

The Community Baby Shower is one way Penfield brings that support to life. By connecting moms with one another, sharing helpful resources and providing practical baby essentials, we want every mom to know that she is not alone.

A healthy start for a child begins with a healthy, supported family. When moms have access to care, education, resources and a community around them, they are better equipped to care for themselves and their babies.

A big thank you to our Penfield team for hosting this special event twice each year and to all of the community partners and sponsors who help make it possible. We are also grateful to every mom who joined us on Saturday and shared in this special morning.

At Penfield, we’re proud to support children and families from the very beginning. Because when we support moms, we help create healthier starts for babies and stronger futures for families.