Harrisburg Postpartum Pod - Q3 2026 Babies

For babies born between June and September 2026. 

A small-group program that provides guidance, connection, and support during the postpartum period — combining expert insight with a strong sense of community for new moms.

Postpartum Pods are limited to 10 mom/baby pairs and are facilitated by an experienced Postpartum Doula and different subject matter experts.

Postpartum Pods create an intimate cohort of mothers with same-age babies. You’ll get specific guidance around developmental milestones, regulating your baby’s sleep routine, breast and bottle feeding, separation anxiety, maternal identity, and so much more! The most valuable benefit of our Postpartum Pods may simply be being seen by others going through this exciting but at times overwhelming phase of life and developing strong bonds with other moms... But you’ll also learn how to mindfully navigate the first few months of your child’s life, as well as gain resources to help you and your little one develop ongoing confidence and joy.

You will also be able to join our Pod-only WhatsApp group. Within this group, you’ll connect with the other pod participants and our Postpartum doula, receiving ongoing advice and unwavering support throughout the pod’s duration. Even after your pod concludes, this platform remains accessible, fostering ongoing connections with fellow moms.

Meeting dates:

Every Friday for 6 weeks: September 25th, October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

Your Pod will be led by:

Erin Hayes - Happy Place Mama

Erin is a birth and postpartum doula, prenatal yoga instructor, birth educator, and the founder of HappyPlaceMama. As a mother of two, she understands firsthand the joys, challenges, and transformation that accompany pregnancy and early motherhood.

Passionate about combining evidence-based education with compassionate support, Erin empowers families to approach birth with confidence through doula care, prenatal yoga, childbirth education, and postpartum guidance. Her mission is to help mothers feel informed, supported, and connected throughout one of life’s most meaningful transitions. She is dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming environment where every family feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Your Other Experts are:

Tamara Williams, MS, OTR/L PCES

Tamara is a pelvic health occupational therapist, Certified Prenatal & Postpartum Exercise Specialist (PCES), and founder of Well Within Pelvic Care, a concierge pelvic health practice based in Concord, NC. As a mom of two, it was her own postpartum experience that sparked a passion for closing the gaps in women’s healthcare and helping mothers feel informed, supported, and empowered.

Tamara takes a holistic, functional, and trauma-informed approach to pelvic health, supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, menopause, and beyond. She provides personalized, one-on-one therapy in the comfort of her clients’ homes, helping women reconnect with their bodies, return to the activities they love, and feel confident in their everyday lives. Her mission is to empower women with the knowledge, tools, and support they need while normalizing conversations surrounding pelvic and sexual health.

Tesia Wyatt - Lactation Counselor

Tesia is a wife, mother of three boys, and proud dog mom to a very handsome German Shepherd. Her own birth experiences—including one hospital Medicaid birth and two unmedicated home births—shaped her passion for supporting families. During her home births, the guidance and encouragement of her doula became an invaluable part of her journey, inspiring her to provide that same level of care to others.

With a background in elementary education, she spent 12 years as a professional nanny, providing child and newborn care to growing families. It was during this time that she discovered her passion for helping mothers navigate the transition into parenthood and the unique challenges of the fourth trimester.

Her dedication to maternal and infant health led her to become a La Leche League Leader, where she began supporting mothers on their breastfeeding journeys. In 2023, she became a Lactation Counselor with WIC, further expanding her ability to provide evidence-based breastfeeding support. She continued pursuing her passion by beginning midwifery school in March 2024. The following month, she completed birth assistant training and began supporting families in hospital, birth center, and home birth settings.

After six years of counseling mothers through breastfeeding, she earned her International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) credential in 2025, recognizing the expertise she had developed through years of hands-on clinical experience, education, and compassionate support. Today, she is committed to empowering families with evidence-based information, personalized care, and unwavering encouragement throughout pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond.

Dr. Kaitlyn Rice, D.C. 

Dr. Kaitlyn Rice is a prenatal and pediatric chiropractor who is passionate about helping moms experience healthier pregnancies, smoother postpartum recoveries, and thriving families. As a Webster Certified chiropractor, she specializes in providing gentle, specific chiropractic care that supports the nervous system, helping the body adapt, heal, and function at its highest potential throughout pregnancy and beyond. Dr. Kaitlyn is committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment where moms feel heard, empowered, and cared for as they navigate pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. She considers it a true privilege to walk alongside families during one of the most meaningful seasons of their lives.

Kristin Trick, MA, LCMHCS, LPC-S, RPT-S ™

Kristin Trick, MA, LCMHCS, LPC-S, RPT-S ™ is the owner of Grounded Counseling & Services, PLLC. She specializes in treating clients ages 10-45 with anxiety and post-traumatic stress symptoms, and has specialized training in Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy, and Christian Counseling. With a background in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Kristin also provides Parent Coaching to families of children ages 2-10 in which they learn personalized skills to better manage household stress. She is a proud mama to 5-year-old Brie and excited to meet her next daughter later this year.

Policies

Participants Must:

• Have recently welcomed a child into their life

• Drop ins are not available

Payment/refund policy: At MESH moms we recognize that life happens, plans change. If you need to cancel for any reason, up to 2 weeks before your scheduled class, we will issue you a full refund minus a 10% admin fee. Due to our commitment to promoting community and ensuring small class sizes, no other refunds are possible.

Promotional codes: Must be used at checkout. We are unable to provide retroactive discounts.

Holidays: No classes held on most major federal holidays. If there is another religious holiday that prohibits attendance, we are happy to explore pro-rating the session in advance of the start date.