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Maternal + Infant · The Porchlight Initiative

The First 365

The first year should begin with a circle of care—not a countdown to crisis.

A newborn receiving care

Who this is for

Start with the person. Then build the response.

Pregnant women, postpartum mothers, babies, NICU families, and families navigating a child’s first year.

How it works

Postpartum doesn’t end at six weeks. Support shouldn’t either.

01

Tell us what this season needs

Share what is making pregnancy, postpartum recovery, a NICU stay, or your baby’s first year harder right now.

02

Receive tangible support

We connect families with maternal and infant essentials, NICU Mom + Baby baskets, practical education, peer support, and trusted referrals based on available resources.

03

Keep someone in your corner

Postpartum can reach well into the first two years. You have a real person to help you find the next right resource as needs change.

Our promise to you

We will listen first—and help you find the next right door.

Every situation is different. We will take time to understand what is happening, be honest about what we can offer, and explain the next step clearly. If another partner is better equipped to help, we will do our best to connect you. Your information and your story will be treated with care, dignity, and respect.

There is a door for you

Choose the next step that fits today.

Come through the door that fits today—ask for help, serve alongside us, or help keep the porchlight on for another Mississippi neighbor.

Ask for maternal + infant support