Sarah Vetter, LISW Director of Child and Family Services In a quiet corner at Catholic Charities office, a mother holds her newborn in one arm while reviewing her budget with the other. She had expected to pay rent with her savings over maternity leave, but quickly found her funds were falling short. She's not [...]
Sarah Vetter, LISW Director of Child and Family Services You may have heard that adoption home studies are a lot of paperwork. It’s true! While applications, questionnaires, and reports can be overwhelming, it is important to understand what a home study is and why each piece is important. A home study is a required [...]
Postpartum depression is more common than you may think – as are a range of other mental health concerns that may begin during or after pregnancy. The perinatal period describes this time during pregnancy through the first year after a baby is born. Perinatal mood disorders effect 1 in 5 new mothers. Women are [...]
Catholic Charities needs your help to provide diapers and wipes for families across Southern Minnesota! For young families, diapers are a constant need. Most newborns require 10-12 diaper changes a day. This perpetual chore for parents also represents a huge financial burden, often over $80 per month, and 47% of families nation-wide experience “diaper [...]