New Mothers' Tea

We have several new mothers in the congregation this year.  So, to provide fellowship and support for them, we held a New Mothers' Tea on Saturday afternoon, May 20, 2006.  New moms, experienced moms, and even some grandmothers attended.  The grandmothers expecially enjoyed holding the babies who came with their moms.  While drinking tea and eating some delicious cookies, there was a sharing of experiences.  It was expecially helpful for moms of more than one child and for those who also work outside the home.  We discovered that the dinners we provide for new moms and their families are not always as necessary early on when a grandmother may be there to help.  After she leaves, and especially when Mom goes back to work, may be the best time to help feed the family.  Isn't it nice to know even over time the problems of motherhood are not unique?  It was a most enjoyable get-together!

Photos by Mark Thompson