Give Love, Not Crap: Kaitlin McGreyes on Building a Postpartum Village

It's time to challenge the outdated ritual of baby showers—and reveal how well‑intentioned gifts are actually leaving new moms stranded. Founder of BeHerVillage.com, Kaitlin McGreyes, flips the script on registries, turning them into funding for real postpartum care.

Key Takeaways

• The Disconnect Between Celebration and SupportMoms are often praised for heroic feats—like that doctor delivering a baby while in labor herself—but once the party ends, they’re left to manage on their own.

• BeHerVillage’s MissionInstead of gadgets and onesies, Kaitlin’s platform empowers friends and family to fund doulas, home‑cooked meals, lactation consultants, mental‑health support, and more.

• The Power of Community Over ClutterA clean load of laundry, a nutritious meal delivered to your door, or a trusted ear can make all the difference in those overwhelming early weeks.

What You’ll Learn

• How traditional baby‑shower registries became a conveyor belt of stuff—and why that model fails new parents.

• Real stories of mothers whose postpartum journeys were transformed by genuine community care.

• Practical ways you can “gift” support the next time you celebrate a new parent, or anyone.

Get Involved

• Visit BeHerVillage.com to see how you can fund meaningful care.

• Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that support is the greatest gift.

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