Watching my son grow stronger every day and knowing I’m his safe place, his comfort, and his first example of love. He’s officially 7 lbs now and thriving. I feel so blessed. This is my first baby and my first experience as a preemie mom and I love watching him achieve all his milestones. We’re a great team!

Motherhood has taught me resilience in its purest form. No matter what I’ve been through, I show up—strong, present, and full of love. It’s taught me that healing isn’t just for me anymore, it’s for him. I’ve learned how powerful I truly am, how to set boundaries, and how to turn pain into purpose. Being his mom has made me fearless in protecting our peace and building a better life.

I would use the money to create stability and build a future for my son. I’d secure safe housing, invest in my business vision, a space designed to support and empower women healing from trauma, and set aside savings for my child’s future. This opportunity would help me turn survival into success and create something meaningful not just for us, but for other women who need a safe place to rebuild.