Because life is both hard & beautiful
The Ampersand Initiative nonprofit exists to inspire birth moms to hold space for both of these truths; prioritizing holistic healing through adventure, connection, and intentionality.
Our goal is to cultivate a deeply authentic community that feels a bit nostalgic of a simpler time…when communal spaces and cozy homes were soak in tears, rich with laughter, and full of love.
Holistic Adventure Retreats
You might have gone to retreats before, but not quite like this one! We host a birth mom retreat every April/May. What makes ours unique:
Set in beautiful locations, often near national parks to enjoy nature
In-house chef with decious, whole foods to feel good inside out!
Luxury homes to spend our days together
Photographer to capture the memories so you can be fully present (plus she’s a HOOT to be around!)
Crafts that anyone can do to encourage creative expression
Workshops to encourage resiliency and thriving through the hardships of life
Lots of FUN and laughter and play, because healing doesn’t always have to be heavy :-)
“There’s no review I could leave to explain my gratitude for this retreat and the healing that took place.”
Meredith, birth mom