elevate your
pregnancy, birth, & parenting
journey
Something for everyone...
Support from bump to baby...and beyond!
Matrescence Center -
Wichita
Matrescence Center
Kansas (Statewide)
Breastfeeding support
Kansas (statewide)
Meet the Matrescence Center,
a place for community, joy, growth, and activism for Black and Brown parents and babies in Kansas...
Build Your Village
Life with kids is easier with friends. Want to build your village of support by connecting with other parents? This is the place! Join us for mommy & me events, meet-ups, and more.
Get Ready
Check out our full line-up of signature workshops, classes, and events. Whether you want to know more about birth, breastfeeding, cloth diapering, or something else, we have what you need! Elevate your pregnancy and parenting journey by being prepared, empowered, and informed.
Change the Future
We're elevating our voices to elevate our community! From racial equity to reproductive justice, we're joining together to make sure we leave our kids a better future than the one we inherited. Be part of the movement for a better, more equitable Kansas!
Baby Essentials
We collect donations of diapers, clothes, formula, and other parent/baby essentials through our mutual aid network. As a member, you can tap into our collection for free. Members never have to fill out paperwork or jump through hoops to get items.
Self-Care
You take care of everyone else, now it's YOUR turn. Join us for special self-care activities like DIY facials, or make an appointment for our luxurious Self-Care room. We're taking charge of our wellness and living our best lives in 2024. Join us!
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Welcome to a place for community, joy, growth, and activism for Black and Brown parents & babies...
The Matrescence Center is a members-only community created by and for Black and Brown parents to nurture our health and wellness while we work together to make Kansas a better place for our families to thrive. Our members get exclusive support from bump to baby...and beyond.
Everything milk-related
Human milk saves lives...don't leave your breastfeeding journey to chance. Secure the support you and your baby deserve!
Breastfeeding Experts
Come see us at "The Milky Way Lactation Clinic" for top-rated expert help with your breastfeeding journey, from start to finish.
Get Prepared to Breastfeed
Pregnant and want to set yourself up for a successful breastfeeding journey? Check out our helpful workshops and other resources.
Common Challenges
Find answers to common questions about breastfeeding such as "How can I make more milk?" and "How do I know my baby is getting enough milk?"
Donate Milk to Save Lives
We are a depot site for the Oklahoma Mother's Milk Bank. Becoming a donor is simple and can save the lives of babies who were born too early! Learn more about becoming a donor here.