It takes a lot of courage to show our vulnerability and to reach out to strangers in the community and ask for help.
But this is something new mum, Amber Rosa-Salas has needed to do several times in the long journey to motherhood.
Amazingly, Amber discovered she was pregnant at eight months, and she was suddenly cast into a world of motherhood, one that she was not prepared for.
Having recently returned from travelling in Canada, she had nowhere to live and no idea about how to be a mother.
Since reaching out for support, she has felt the strong embrace of the community time and time again.
From the Whitsunday Housing Company finding her suitable accommodation, to the midwives providing her with essential items such as clothes and toys – the support has meant the world to her.
Most recently, Amber saw another element of community support shine bright when her fridge suddenly broke, containing all her eight-month-old baby’s food.
She reached out on social media and was deeply humbled when another mum offered to lend her one.
By emptying her own drink fridge to preserve another’s food, this mum’s donation shows a true example of self-sacrifice.
“The community have been really good to me,” said Amber.
“It really restores my faith in others. It was such a shock finding out I was pregnant at eight months, but since that moment, I have been really looked after by everyone.
“Thank you to everyone who has helped me through this journey.”
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