How Mocha Moms Helped One Caribbean Mom Build Her U.S. Village

In this episode of Healing After Birth, we speak with Nadia Mondesir, New York State Coordinator for Mocha Moms, about her powerful journey from solo immigrant to community leader. Four years into motherhood—and still feeling isolated in a new town—Nadia’s search for support ended when she discovered the Westchester chapter of Mocha Moms. What began as a quest for connection became a calling to serve. Nadia opens up about the trauma of nearly losing her newborn at just 17 days old, how that experience shaped her parenting, and why trusting her maternal instincts became her greatest strength. From building chosen family to advocating for moms across the state, Nadia reminds us that healing begins with community—and that no mother should have to navigate it all alone.