Board of Directors
Our Mission
The Baby Buzz is a nonprofit that connects parents of children from pre-birth to three with community support and educational resources, helping children and families thrive.
Our Story
Nine years ago on a beautiful spring day, I visited a friend after her second baby was born. We talked about the joys of parenthood and delighted in the newness of each stage. We also talked as moms about the stressors, feelings of isolation, and our overwhelming sense of incompetence. For many moms, family is not nearby and that “village” is not there to help. We talked about bringing that village to all families. My friend dreamed with me about what that would look like and so began the creation of The Baby Buzz.
On behalf of myself and the rest of the board, we’d like to welcome you to our village."
Pam Haefner
President
Pamela Haefner
President and Founder
Pamela Haefner has devoted her career to helping children and families thrive. Pam has worked as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and family therapist specializing in working with families with very young children for over 30 years. In 2010, she founded Thrive Under 5 LLC, an independent therapy practice which focuses on helping parents and children develop strong, supportive and nurturing relationships. In her work as a child and family therapist she became aware of the growing need for parent and family education in order to help parents understand their children’s developmental needs. She also saw the need for providing young families support through connecting them to other parents as well as professional resources in the community. The Baby Buzz was developed to specifically meet these needs.
Leyland delRe
Vice-President
Leyland grew up on a 27-acre farm in Clarke County. She holds degrees in Environmental Science and Nursing. Over the past eight years, she has dedicated herself to raising and homeschooling her two children. In 2023, she led an outdoor school within her homeschool group. Leyland enjoys gardening, singing, raising animals, reading, writing, teaching yoga, and working on construction and renovation projects with her family. She is enthusiastic about contributing to the community in the Winchester area, emphasizing the importance of resources for children and families in fostering healthy development.
Melissa Bloodgood
Secretary
Melissa, who holds a bachelor's degree in sociology, has over 20 years of experience working with children in various settings, including babysitting, after-school programs, and homeless shelters. Currently, Melissa manages a community Facebook group called "Moms Helping Moms," which supports postpartum mothers and provides ongoing assistance.
Lori Jones
Treasurer
Lori is a seasoned tax attorney with extensive experience in a prominent law firm in Washington, DC. During her tenure, she balanced her professional responsibilities with raising two children, one of whom has special needs. She is now a grandmother to three grandchildren, with a fourth on the way. Drawing on her professional expertise, Lori is confident in her ability to contribute significantly to the organizational structure and financial policies of educational programs.
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