What We Provide
You are not defined by your circumstances but are empowered to thrive as a student and mother.
Housing
Being a Student-Mom with a baby can be challenging, and housing costs is a significant financial burden. Having housing that is baby friendly and close to campus provided at no cost to the Student-Mom helps alleviate some of that burden, allowing them to focus on their studies and taking care of their baby.
Community
Being part of a community provides a Student-Mom with opportunities for growth and a sense of connection with others who are going through similar experiences. This helps them feel less isolated and more supported during what is often a challenging time.
Support
Student-Moms need practical support with things like professional childcare, meals, housing, and baby items at no cost, but they also need emotional support. Having an unplanned pregnancy in college is emotionally taxing, and ensuring a support system in place is essential for Student-Moms to succeed.
We Serve Two Types of Student-Moms…
Resident Student-Moms
Community Student-Moms
Resources We Provide:
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Baby Steps provides the following for pregnant and parenting Student-Moms living on the Baby Steps property at no cost:
Housing & Utilities
Professional Childcare
Professional Counseling
Meals
Immediate Access to Medical Professionals
24/7 Access to On-Site Staff
Individualized Advocacy on Campus
Access to Legal Professionals
Weekly Gatherings with Other Student-Moms
Academic Advising & Tutoring
Resources for Educational Grants & Scholarships
Access to The Baby Steps Boutique (items include diapers, wipes, baby clothing, car seats, cribs, strollers, etc.)
Enrichment Events & Resources (covering topics such as childbirth, wellness, pediatric nutrition, sleep training, financial planning, etc.)
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Baby Steps provides the following for pregnant and parenting Student-Moms not living on the Baby Steps property at no cost:
Meals
Immediate Access to Medical Professionals
24/7 Access to On-Site Staff
Individualized Advocacy on Campus
Weekly Gatherings with Other Student-Moms
Academic Advising & Tutoring
Access to Legal Professionals
Resources for Educational Grants & Scholarships
Access to The Baby Steps Boutique (items include diapers, wipes, baby clothing, car seats, cribs, strollers, etc.)
Enrichment Events & Resources (covering topics such as childbirth, wellness, pediatric nutrition, sleep training, financial planning, etc.)
Qualifications:
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You are...
A female between the age of 18 and 25
A full-time undergraduate student at your local college/university with a Baby Steps Hub
Currently pregnant or have one dependent child (*does not apply to twins, etc.)
Able to maintain a 2.5+ GPA
Willing to live in community with on-site staff, other Student-Moms, and their babies
*If you are considering placing your baby for adoption, you are eligible to live at Baby Steps throughout the entirety of the adoption process.
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You are...
A female between the age of 18 and 25
An undergraduate student at your local college/university with a Baby Steps Hub
Currently pregnant or have one dependent child (*does not apply to twins, etc.)
Willing to be an active participant in the Baby Steps community
“Second semester of freshman year I found out I was pregnant. I felt like for as much money and resources the university has, there seemed to be little to none for mamas. The community I gained through Baby Steps has been life-changing. These girls know what it’s like going from class to picking up your baby from daycare. They will always be there. I would never have found that without Baby Steps.”
- Emery // Baby Steps Graduate
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
