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Meet the Founders

  • Tina is a proud mom of two boys and a Certified Lactation Educator with over four years of specialized training. With 12 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in pediatrics, she brings both clinical expertise and a deeply nurturing approach to her work. Tina is passionate about mentoring new moms as they navigate the balance between breastfeeding and everyday life. She offers both home and virtual visits, and can be reached at Breastfeedingbalance@gmail.com for personalized support.

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  • Abbie is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and Perinatal Mental Health-Certified (PMH-C) expert with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families. A mom of two boys, Abbie brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work. She specializes in helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, and the transition to parenthood. As an EMDR-certified therapist, she offers evidence-based care tailored to the unique needs of perinatal mental health. Virtual appointments are available, and she can be reached at ahausermannlicsw@gmail.com.

The Collective

  • Ashley Mulvaney M.A., CCC-SLP

    Ashley is a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, Holliston resident and mom of one. She launched Enjoy Speech Therapy after 7 years of pediatric experience and offers flexible scheduling for speech therapy services right here at The Herd, in-homes, at daycares and via telehealth.

    Booking By Appointment Only.
    Hours at The Herd
    Mondays 3:30-6:30pm
    Tuesdays 7:30am-12:30pm
    https://enjoyspeechtherapy.com/

  • Caroline

    Baby & Me Yoga & Prenatal Yoga

    Caroline is a 200 Hr Yoga Teacher and mom of one, who enjoys supporting moms-to-be with gentle movement and mindful connection to their body, breath, and baby through every stage of pregnancy. She will be teaching prenatal Yoga on Tuesday Evenings and Baby & Me Yoga Wednesdays at 10:30am starting June 24th.

  • Carrie Klimeczko

    Joyful Jams

    Carrie fell in love with teaching music over 20 years ago while working alongside Alice Gollan, founder of Family Music Makers. Together, they built a joyful, parent-and-me music community—full of singing, dancing, and connection! Carrie will be sharing her curriculum with us on Saturdays at 10am through the Fall! All caregivers welcome!

  • Sam Newcomer

    Joyful Jams

    Sam is a local singer-songwriter and children's musician, teaching music classes and performing all around the Boston area. He loves bringing joy through music to all generations, from the young to the young at heart. Learn more and listen at www.samnewcomermusic.com. Sam will sharing his music with us Thursdays at 1pm! All caregivers welcome!

  • Stephanie

    Baby & Me Pilates

    Stephanie is a Pilates instructor trained through Balanced Body, certified in pre- and postnatal Pilates, and mom of three. As co-founder of Antü Wellness, she is passionate about helping women build strength, reconnect with their bodies, and feel supported through mindful movement and community. Her mission is to create welcoming spaces where women feel empowered, supported, and confident through movement.

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They say it takes a village. Our village is strong. We are your HERD. Here to fiercely protect & support you through your motherhood journey.

-Abbie & Tina

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