“Mums often look after their families but forget to take care of themselves,” explains Tianna Nezar, a volunteer moderator for the Parramatta group (New South Wales). As a former occupational therapist who worked in childcare and a mum of three kids, she knows this firsthand.

“That’s why I wanted to get involved with Mums At The Table. I wanted to give mums the support they needed and give something back to the community,” she continues.

Tianna does her best to make sure the Parramatta group is a place where mums not only feel supported but rejuvenated. “Last Christmas, we gave the kids a Christmas-themed craft, but we also made pamper packs for the mums,” she says. “We also helped source, transport and set up furniture for an immigrant mum who was moving into an empty house. Mums At The Table makes a difference to mums and families—we find a way to support those who don’t have a village or network.”

Mums At The Table is proudly not-for-profit and we are thankful for the generosity and support of our donors. Because of you, we are providing safe, non-judgemental places for mums to connect and experience love, patience and kindness.

“It’s a safe place for mums to meet people and know they’re not alone,” adds Donna Horne, moderator for the Maitland group (New South Wales). “Our group runs dessert nights where mums can wind down, have a laugh, talk about common interests and share their mum experiences. I connected with one mum during a dessert night and we’ve met one-on-one on several occasions. She shared with me she’s recently started reading the Bible. Mums At The Table is a chance to show love, patience and kindness in a non-judgemental place.”

Although Tianna and Donna are both busy mums, they choose to be volunteer moderators because they see value in the community and encouragement that Mums At The Table provides. 

If you believe in giving mums safe spaces where they can find friendship and community, we ask that you invest in Mums At The Table and the work we are doing. Make a donation above now.