Our Mission and Vision
We at The Story of Us want this next stage of our lives to be different.
Things have gotten challenging, or stale, or tragic,
or we’ve hit a bottom.
The old ways are not working.
We need a mindset shift and practical program of action
that we can weave into our already busy lives.
Welcome to The Next Chapter of the Story of Us.
Honest. Inclusive. Intentional
The Next Chapter is a design for living and a program of action.
We embrace challenging stages including
*trying to conceive
*pregnancy and postpartum
*parenting and aging
*women's health and wellness
And have important and inclusive discussions around
*divorce, dating, and relationships
*addiction and attachments
*adoption, foster, and all ways to family.
We represent a wide range of social, gender, and ethnic backgrounds,
and of different genders and sexual orientations.
We are committed to helping each other
through this phase of our lives
with compassion, inclusion, and love.
Vision
Our vision is to transform the isolating and depleting journeys of our lives into ones of empowerment, connection, and renewal. The Story of Us challenges the narrative of the heartbreaking and exhausting paths of trying to conceive, infertility, pregnancy, and parenthood by posing the question: what if it was wonderful? By leading with compassion, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to change, we aim to reestablish the narrative around infertility, pregnancy, and parenthood, turning hardship into hope and misery into magic; fostering a community where every individual feels seen, valued, and encouraged.
Mission
The Mission is to turn the often heartbreaking and difficult journey to and through parenthood into one filled with magical moments, connection, and joy. By cultivating a community where vulnerability is met with strength, and every milestone is celebrated with intentional, magical moments of surprise and delight, we empower individuals to find joy, resilience, and purpose. Through innovative programs and heartfelt guidance, we aim to inspire hope, build connections, and transform lives. We are dedicated to leading a movement of change-makers who uplift, educate, and support one another, ultimately shifting societal perceptions and infusing darkness with light and joy.
As advocates for inclusivity, we champion all paths to family, whether through medical assistance, adoption, foster, surrogacy, or redefined connections. Together, we can create a radical shift in how society views family structures, embracing every individual’s unique journey. In this reimagined world, family is seen as a boundless and beautiful creation that reflects each person’s unique story.
Help Us Make Magic
Your support helps advance our mission. A percentage of proceeds go to support charities provide housing and healthcare for families in underserved communities.