Wednesday, May 28, 2003

Baby Peaches helping low-income parents

Baby Peaches, Inc., is launching a new program in metro Atlanta to help low-income parents care for their newborns.

Through a partnership with the Grady Health System in Atlanta, Baby Peaches is assisting new families by providing baby care, safety and educational products. The products, compiled in a Peach Baby Bag, include a first-year baby care book, outlet covers, thermometers, washcloths, toys and more.

"Our main purpose is to help new families celebrate new life," said Tina Patrick, director of Baby Peaches. "We are thrilled about launching this program in Atlanta and hope to make a positive impact throughout the year."

The first official Baby Peaches presentation to Grady Health System, in December, consisted of bags with baby products to assist five mothers who are HIV/AIDS positive.

In addition to making a donation of a Peach Baby Bag, Baby Peaches has developed a membership base to help fund the baby products. For $10, members of the local community can become a 2003 Baby Peaches member receiving an annual newsletter on the organization's progress and contributions to the education, care and support of new parents.

Baby Peaches, Inc., is a nonprofit organization based in Peachtree City, dedicated to making a positive contribution to the welfare of children and parents in the metro Atlanta area.