MOTHER & BABY SUPPORT.
EQUIPPING MOTHERS TO NURTURE NEW LIFE.
Many mothers face limited access to accurate maternal health information, contributing to preventable health risks during the first 1,000 days of a child’s life. Our mother and baby support programme walks alongside vulnerable mothers during pregnancy, birth and early motherhood, providing practical support, trusted information and encouragement when it is needed most. Helping mothers gain the confidence, knowledge and resources they need to care for themselves and their children.
EVERY MOTHER DESERVES TO FEEL SEEN, SUPPORTED AND EQUIPPED.
Through peer counselling, health education and community-based support, we help mothers navigate the challenges of early parenthood with confidence and hope.
BY STRENGTHENING MOTHERS, WE STRENGTHEN FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES.
WALKING THE JOURNEY OF MOTHERHOOD TOGETHER
Learn & Prepare
through antenatal and postnatal education covering pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, infant care and maternal wellbeing.
Receive Guidance
from experienced peer counsellors who provide practical advice, emotional support and trusted information in local communities.
Build Confidence
by gaining the knowledge and skills needed to care for themselves and their babies during the critical first years of life.
Access Support
through clinic visits, hospital outreach, WhatsApp support groups and ongoing connections that ensure mothers never feel alone on their journey.
THE FIRST 1,000 DAYS OF CAN INFLUENCE A CHILD’S
HEALTH, DEVELOPMENT AND FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES.
From pregnancy through a child’s second birthday, rapid physical, cognitive and emotional development takes place. During this critical period, a child’s wellbeing is closely linked to the health, knowledge and support available to their mother. Research consistently shows that early nutrition, responsive caregiving and a nurturing environment during these formative years can have a lasting impact on a child’s development and long-term outcomes.
SUPPORTING A MOTHER IS ONE OF THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAYS TO SUPPORT A CHILD.
Many mothers face challenges such as limited access to information, resources and support networks. By providing practical guidance, breastfeeding support, health education and ongoing encouragement, Thembalitsha helps mothers navigate the realities of pregnancy and early parenthood with greater confidence. When mothers are informed, supported and empowered, babies are more likely to thrive, families become stronger and communities benefit for generations to come.
