Jennifer Lapidus is an acclaimed baker, miller and author of “Southern Ground: Reclaiming Flavor Through Stone-Milled Flour.” Based in Asheville, NC, Jen pivoted during the pandemic with a new baking book. She also met the unbridled demand of home bakers by expanding her retail offerings. All the while being an awesome mom to her adult daughter, Hannah. If the name rings a bell – she's Liz’s sister. Jen sat down with Helping Mama’s founder and CEO, Jamie Lackey on Instagram L

ATLANTA (June 15, 2021) – Since launching here last year, Center Parc Credit Union has committed to the community through sponsorships and civic engagement. Recently, Center Parc became the exclusive sponsor of One Love Learning Foundation’s (OLLF) community garden, situated on the rooftop of Maynard Jackson High School. Center Parc recognizes the important role of community gardens in increasing access to fresh food, providing and enhancing local green spaces, and encouragi

(June 15, 2021) Helping Mamas has named Deletha Bailey Colten “Mom of the Year” for turning a personal tragedy into the gift of prom for girls at Newnan High School. As Georgia’s only baby supply bank, Helping Mamas aims to uplift and celebrate the incredible moms that do wonderful things for their communities. “Deletha’s story inspired us” says Helping Mamas CEO and Founder, Jamie Lackey. “Her dedication to serving the community in honor of her children is making a huge impa

June 9, 2021 Heading into summer, it's finally starting to feel like we can let our collective hair down a bit. We're traveling, dining out with friends and hugging like crazy. Just as quickly as the pandemic hit us, the CDC has reversed course with its recommended protocols and we're nearly back to normal. Does it feel a little weird? Absolutely! Especially considering that Europe is dealing with the latest new strain. It seems clear that we'll never get back to the life we

June 1, 2021 When we shelved in-person events at the start of the pandemic, we leaned into social media, launching Helping Mamas' weekly "Moms Helping Moms" Instagram Live series featuring real conversations with real moms. Helping Mamas is Georgia's only baby supply bank started by a social worker who saw the women she served washing disposable diapers and set out to make a difference. We intended to use the "Moms Helping Moms" social media platform to shine a light on the s