On Monday, December 8, Council Chair Krystal Oriadha (District 7) will host a press conference at 10:30 AM in the Tech Lounge on the first floor of the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, 1301 McCormick Drive, in Largo, to launch her new signature Black maternal health initiative: Mothers First.
Mothers First: A Community Care Initiative will ensure that new mothers across Prince George’s County receive the care, connection, and support they deserve immediately following the birth of their child and throughout early childhood. Built on the belief that thriving mothers are the bedrock of thriving communities, this initiative provides hands-on support, culturally grounded community spaces, and sustained emotional and wellness resources for mothers at every stage of early parenthood.
Powered by community partnerships, Mothers First relies on the hard work and dedication of organizations deeply rooted in serving families: Nu Momish and Community on the Frontline.
This transformative initiative will provide in-home and virtual support to more than 1,000 District 7 mothers, including hands-on help with meals, laundry, light cleaning, and daily household tasks, giving mothers the time and space to rest, recover, and connect with their babies, as well as continued virtual support on topics requested by mothers. It will also orchestrate monthly ‘Mommy Meetups’, where moms from across the county can gather for fellowship, wellness activities, maternal health education, and a supportive village rooted in shared experience. Additionally, Mothers First will distribute curated care packages with essentials and comfort items to support physical recovery, mental health, and emotional care.
“For too long, mothers – especially Black mothers – have carried the weight of postpartum recovery and early parenting without the support they need,” said Chair Oriadha. “Mothers First fills that gap by offering culturally responsive connection, concrete assistance, and long-term care. I am committed to maternal health equity, and I believe that supporting mothers is one of the strongest investments we can make in our county’s future.”
For more information about the program, or to join the program waitlist, click here.