Three Strands Family Center with Erika Gorman

You Matter Nashville

In this episode of You Matter Nashville, we are excited to sit down with Erika Gorman, founder of the Three Strands Family Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Erika shares her incredible journey of moving from California to Columbia and her heart for creating a nonprofit that supports new and expectant families. The Three Strands Family Center offers classes, workshops, and resources that help families navigate pregnancy, birth, and early childhood while fostering a strong sense of community.

We talk with Erika about the challenges she faced as a new mom, her passion for building a supportive environment for families in Middle Tennessee, and how Three Strands is bridging gaps in local maternal and family care. Erika shares how her organization aims to make these services accessible to all families, regardless of income, through scholarships and partnerships with local businesses.

Join us as we dive into the importance of community, how Three Strands is already making an impact in Columbia, and what Erika envisions for its future. Plus, she offers a special discount code for our You Matter Nashville listeners to try a class for free!

If you’re looking for ways to support this amazing cause or want to learn more, visit threestandsfamily.org. And as always, remember, You Matter, Nashville!
Takeaways

• Three Strands Family Center aims to support new and expectant families.
• Community support is crucial during pregnancy and postpartum.
• Accessible resources for families are lacking in Columbia, TN.
• Erika's journey to Tennessee was driven by family values.
• The nonprofit model focuses on collaboration with local businesses.
• Classes offered include prenatal yoga, postpartum support, and parenting workshops.
• The importance of a supportive community for new parents cannot be overstated.
• Erika's personal experiences shaped her vision for the nonprofit.
• The launch party was a way to engage the community and raise awareness.
• Future plans include expanding services and creating a physical space for the nonprofit.

Three Strands Family
https://www.threestrandsfamily.org/

You Matter Nashville YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@YouMatterNashville
The Hoover Team
https://www.thehooverteam.com/

Kapitler

1. Welcome to You Matter Nashville (00:00:00)

2. Introducing Erika Gorman and Three Strands Family Center (00:00:52)

3. Mission and Vision of Three Strands Family Center (00:02:18)

4. Erika's Journey to Columbia, Tennessee (00:05:04)

5. Finding Community Support During Pregnancy (00:09:48)

6. The Importance of Accessible Resources for Families (00:14:50)

7. Building a Nonprofit: Challenges and Opportunities (00:20:02)

8. Classes and Workshops Offered by Three Strands (00:24:48)

9. Community Engagement and Collaboration (00:29:55)

10. The Launch Party Experience (00:35:01)

11. Future Plans and Aspirations for the Nonprofit (00:39:45)

12. Closing Thoughts and Call to Action (00:44:58)