The Story of Be The Motherhood Village

Be The Motherhood Village was born out of a shared passion to provide intentional and inclusive support for families. Recognizing the gaps in maternal care, particularly for marginalized communities, Daneita and Jahlisa combined their experience and vision to create a village rooted in advocacy, education, and compassion.

Our story is one of resilience, collaboration, and commitment to improving maternal health outcomes by addressing the social, emotional, and physical needs of families during the perinatal period.

About Be The Motherhood Village

Our Mission

Our mission is to redefine and restore the concept of a village by providing holistic, inclusive, and culturally competent maternal support services. We are committed to improving maternal and infant health outcomes by empowering families with education, advocacy, and resources throughout the journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood.

Our Vision

We envision a world where every parent feels supported, affirmed, and empowered as they transition into parenthood. By fostering community, connection, and education, we aim to create a thriving network of families who feel equipped and inspired to care for themselves and their children.

Meet Your Motherhood Village Founders

About Our Founders

Welcome to Be The Motherhood Village, where affirmation, encouragement, and community thrive. Founded by Daneita Blalock-Hudson and Jahlisa Murphy, we are dedicated to redefining the concept of traditional village support for prenatal and postpartum families, particularly within marginalized communities in Illinois, with a focus on Chicago and its surrounding areas.

Daneita Blalock-Hudson is a mom, foster/adopted parent, entrepreneur, community advocate, doula, and student midwife. With over seven years of experience, Daneita has impacted the lives of more than 150 families, babies, and births. Through her business, 4theJourney Birth & Postpartum Services, she provides education, empowerment, advocacy, and community resources to families facing challenges such as teen pregnancy, advanced maternal age, disabilities, infertility, and adoption. Daneita's vision for Be The Motherhood Village is to create an authentic space where parenthood is celebrated and supported.

Jahlisa Murphy, affectionately known as "Tete Doula," is a passionate birth doula with a background in social work. As a foster care alumna and professional auntie to over 30 nieces and nephews, Jahlisa brings her nurturing spirit and expertise to empower families. Her mission is to provide exceptional emotional and physical support to parents-to-be and their families during childbirth and beyond.

Together, Daneita and Jahlisa founded Be The Motherhood Village to create a space where diversity, connection, and mutual aid are celebrated.

Our Founders:

Daneita Blalock-Hudson and Jahlisa Murphy

How Be The Motherhood Village Supports Our Community

At Be The Motherhood Village, we offer a range of services designed to support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum:

Doula Services: Prenatal, birth, and postpartum support to empower families throughout their journey.
Parent Education: Classes and workshops focused on childbirth preparation, newborn care, and breastfeeding.
Community Events: Nesting parties, support groups, and family-centered gatherings to foster connection.
Resource Coordination: Linking families with essential resources, including mental health support, lactation consultants, and childcare services.
Advocacy and Outreach: Promoting maternal health awareness and policy change to support better outcomes for families.

Donate Today

Your donation can make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. With your help, we can continue to provide vital services and support to those in need. Every little bit helps, so please consider making a donation today.

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Be The Motherhood Village 's Service Areas

Be The Motherhood Village - Service Areas

Be The Motherhood Village proudly serves families throughout the Chicago area and northwest suburbs, including but not limited to:

Plainfield
Oswego
Yorkville
Shorewood
Naperville
Lisle
Hinsdale
Downers Grove
Joliet
Aurora
Romeoville
Bolingbrook
Warrenville
Morris
Montgomery
Minooka
Chicago and more!

We are here to build a community of care, compassion, and support—because it truly takes a village!