My name is Dominique Tirado, founder and CEO of Mommy Safe Space; a virtual support network for moms deserving of a space to call their own. Here you will find a nurturing support system and a warm safe platform where you can expect to feel seen, validated and empowered. With my professional background in social work and my own lived experience of being a mom of 2 beautiful girls, I have found my passion in bridging the gap; providing mothers with the support and safe space they deserve while also teaching helpful skillsets to improve quality of life.

How it all started

I gave birth to my first daughter, Adelina just days before graduating with my masters from Fordhams School for Social Services. My husband and I were absolutely thrilled. But with the joys of welcoming a beautiful new baby came the challenges that we completely underestimated. The days and nights all became enmeshed and those around me who had babies similar in age, didn’t seem to be struggling the way I was. I felt guilty and ashamed for finding motherhood challenging. And I felt myself sinking deeper and deeper into postpartum depression. I poured everything into caring for this tiny, beautiful life- but somewhere along the way, I lost sight of myself. I was exhausted, overwhelmed and barely recognizing the person in the mirror. I decided to make small, intentional changes- drinking more water, going for short walks, setting boundaries and giving myself grace. But as soon I started to feel the positive changes both mentally and physically, we found out we were pregnant with our second daughter, Lilliana. I was flooded with emotions. Unsure of how I was going to manage having 2 small children when I was already struggling with 1. To make matters worse, the world had shut down due to Covid, and we were isolated and lacking support. I started turning to other well known, mommy community boards looking for camaraderie, advice and often times help. But after experiencing the negativity, judgement and hostility those platforms seemed to allow, I decided to make my own instagram page - Mommy Safe Space. Posting became a healthy outlet for me. And I was relieved to find so many other moms from all over, finding my posts relatable and refreshingly honest. For the first time I felt seen, validated and no longer alone. I realized that a big proponent to my daily sadness was that my new found needs were not being met. I needed to be surrounded by other women with shared experiences who I could lean on. I needed someone to understand what I was feeling, to validate me and to let me know I wasn’t alone. I needed to hear that I wasn’t the only one having a hard time.

I started to think back to my time as an intern facilitating cancer support groups. I remembered how empowering it was for those that joined to feel like they were surrounded by other people that understood their experiences. The incredible bonds that were created because of it, the laughter and the tears that filled the room because of the raw honesty, the fearlessness knowing that they would never be judged…And then it hit me. Why not create a safe, convenient -judgment free zone, for moms?

Creating an online virtual support group for moms has been a dream of mine and comes from a deep understanding of the challenges and emotional toll that motherhood can bring. Many moms feel isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure if they’re doing things “right”. Having a safe supportive space to connect with others can be life changing.

As a professional leading support group or providing individualized coaching services, I bring to you experience, empathy, and guidance, offering not just a place to vent but real strategies for managing stress, balancing responsibilities, and prioritizing self-care.

With the right support, guidance and community you can feel empowered, balanced and confident in both motherhood and in yourself. Lets take this journey together- because when moms thrive, families do too.