"We need to empower families with the tools to thrive, whether the tools are practical guidance, evidence based knowledge, or physical and emotional support; it’s clear. We live in a world where we hear about the outcome of lack of educated support. Postpartum mood disorders, and attachment issues are becoming better understood, and the implications on early childhood development are evident. We are living in a global society and the number of publicized cases of abuse and neglect are ever increasing.

We cannot afford to have children who are unsupported because parents are overwhelmed and isolated. Shame is a large problem; we hold it because we are highly moral and independent. A woman, who works, hires a nanny or sends the child to daycare. If this is not shameful, neither is home based support in the postpartum period. The newborn period will set the stage for a lifetime of love and satisfaction.

This is my mission, in this I am driven. Families deserve a peaceful and loving start. Worldwide, this is true. The entire world has support systems in place, whether through state sponsored programs or through private care professionals. New families are precious and we need to care for them and about them. The concept of caring for families postpartum, offering guidance and support, a listening ear and meeting basic needs had been forgotten, lost. Women were doing this for ages.

My role models for care are the biblical “midwives” Shifrah & Puah. Each one, in her individual way, provided both physical and emotional support.

"G-d bestowed goodness upon the midwives and the people multiplied and became very strong.” (Exodus 1:20)

Shifra and Puah, did all they could to keep life alive. They placed their trust in G-d. They embodied the strength and conviction of women to create a different reality. They were emulating the many great women who came before them.

I contend that this spirit lies within all of the great women who provide support for childbearing families. Peace in the home is fundamental to healthy foundations and thus emphasis should be placed on relationship and family harmony.

Women who are involved in caring for families throughout their childbearing process are all deeply committed to following this example. They are the leaders in kindness. They have faith and demonstrate love for families and the future. Kindness and generosity are great attributes.

This book describes what every family should know in regards to expectations and needs in the postpartum period. What needs to be done, starting off on the right foot, with support, care and guidance, allow families to acquire the tools to grow and develop in the best of health."