“Before Baby Steps, I was a single mom just trying to get by. Being a Student-Mom is isolating enough, but not having the person who helped create your baby contribute in any way gave me a different type of hurt. I was scared I wasn’t going to be able to give my son the life he deserves. Then I discovered Baby Steps.
Without Baby Steps I would probably be working all day, while going to school at night. Baby Steps has given me my life back. It has given me the opportunity to actually be a student and a mom. It’s given me the opportunities to give my son the life he deserves.”
- Aubrey Resident Student-Mom Major: Pre-Veterinary Medicine
“When I found out I was pregnant, I had no idea how I was going to manage school and a baby. I decided to push on and finish. Nothing about it has been easy, and there were days that I felt like I wouldn’t be able to keep going. But every time I felt like I couldn’t I reminded myself that she is my reason. To give her a better life, to make sure she never went without. Then during my junior year, I found Baby Steps and met moms just like me who were also pursuing degrees. I found a support system - and above all I finally felt understood and seen. I wouldn’t have made it through college without Baby Steps.”
- Cayleigh Baby Steps Graduate Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
Dear Friends,
It is an honor to lead Baby Steps, a mission that is deeply personal to me. My journey began as the father of a Student-Mom, then as a donor and board member, and now as President & CEO. With this perspective and a genuine understanding of the difference this organization can make in the lives of Student-Moms and their communities, I am committed to guiding Baby Steps into its next phase of growth as we expand regionally and nationally in response to the growing interest on college campuses.
Each year, through our annual report, we are excited to share the incredible impact made possible by your generosity. This past year, the Baby Steps Auburn house remained at full capacity, providing vital support to Student-Moms and Tiny Tigers. Simultaneously, we laid the foundation for Baby Steps at The University of Alabama, where our first Resident Student-Mom and Tiny Trunk moved in. The overwhelming support from the Tuscaloosa and Auburn communities has been truly inspiring, reinforcing the urgent need for our mission.
Currently, there are three other university communities that are actively working to raise the necessary funds to help us launch Baby Steps on their campuses. As we expand, our operational needs grow as well. To ensure the sustainability of our mission, we are launching Every Step Counts—a national fundraising campaign designed to share the Baby Steps story and inspire critical action.
Your support has been instrumental in changing the lives of StudentMoms and their babies. We are deeply grateful. As we look ahead, we hope you will continue to walk alongside us as we extend the reach of Baby Steps to new campus communities and to the Student-Moms who need us.
With heartfelt appreciation for your generosity,
President & CEO Baby Steps
Auburn Hub Auburn Hub
Established in 2017, our Auburn Hub is a vibrant community that works together to create a supportive and empowering environment. As a Walker Hub, Auburn is fully operational and providing comprehensive support to Student-Moms.
Staff:
Michelle Schultz
Founder & Auburn Hub Executive Director
Patrina Dow, PhD Director of Student-Mom Advocacy
Grace Clemmer Photographer & Social Media Manager
Bridget Tan Campus Liaison
January 2024
• Birmingham Golden Gathering
• Budgeting Basics Enrichment Event
February 2024
• Time Management Enrichment Event
April 2024
• Tiger Giving Day: Student-Mom Scholarship
• Childhood Behaviors Enrichment Event
May 2024
• Student-Mom graduation
July 2024
• Welcomed three new Resident Student-Moms
August 2024
• Welcomed one new Resident Student-Mom. House at full capacity.
• Alpha Gamma Delta Chapter hosts donation drive & fundraiser
• Healthy Friendships & Communication Tools Enrichment Event
October 2024
• Playground built by McWhorter School of Building Science
• Annual Trunk or Treat
November 2024
• Iron Giving Challenge
• Annual Friendsgiving
• Inaugural Auburn Hub Golf Tournament
• Mental Health & Wellness Enrichment Event
December 2024
• Pottery Painting Enrichment Event
• Student-Mom graduation
Alabama Hub Alabama Hub
As our newest Hub, Baby Steps at The University of Alabama is just beginning its journey. We look forward to reporting complete metrics as they develop.
Staff: Mary Caillouet Alabama Hub Executive Director
Rachel Ferguson Photographer & Social Media Manager
November 2022
• Alabama selected as a pilot site for expansion
June 2023
• Mary Caillouet hired as Hub Executive Director
August 2023
• On-Campus Student Organization formed
June - August 2024
• Open the Doors Campaign
November 2024
• Reached full funding
• Baby Steps at The University of Alabama, LLC formally incorporated
• Signed lease for Baby Steps Bama House
• Advisory Board Formed
January 2025
• First Resident StudentMom and Tiny Trunk move-in to the Baby Steps Bama house
Baby Steps Graduates Baby Steps Graduates
Kaitlyn Taylor, 2018 Doctorate of Physical Therapy Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
Charlton Jones, 2018 Master of Arts in Communication Management Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Teeja Miles, 2019 Bachelor of Arts in Business Management
Amber Lee, 2019 Bachelor of Arts in Apparel Merchandising
Kaitlyn Sheffeild, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Tasha Miles, 2020 Master of Arts in Community Planning
Rachel Neneck, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Building Science
Lauren Carter, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Anna Claire White, 2020 Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
Kat Ewing, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Alexa Patti, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Journalism
Emily Brown, 2021 Bachelor of Science in Organismal Biology
Madison Parker, 2021 Bachelor of Arts in Business Management
Reagan Tetrault, 2021 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Caroline Krista, 2021 Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medicine
Brittany Grant, 2021 Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management
Ashley Greenwood, 2021 Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science
Sidney Whitfield, 2022 Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Enterprise Management
Kaitlyn Rancher, 2022
Master of Science in Elementary Education Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Julianna Rezek, 2023 Bachelor of Science Agricultural Science
Neat Tinsley, 2023 Bachelor of Social Science Education
Veronica Neeley, 2023 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance
Kelis McGhee, 2023 Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Raven Baught, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Laken Nix, 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design
Anna Arrington, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Human Development
Emery Jones, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Jenna Hall, 2023
Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration
Olivia Jones, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Karlee Hamner, 2023 Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Cayleigh Webb, 2024 Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
Tyneshia Civers, 2024 Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Allie Hagler, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems
Neely Wiggins, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Alexis Dunn, 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Raeden Gagliano, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business and Economics
Skye Kretzinger, 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Public and Nonprofit Administration
Kate Calixtro , 2024
Bachelor of Science in Horticulture
Veronica Taylor, 2024 Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Smith, 2024 Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Abby Turkia, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Tyneshia Civers
Veronica Neeley
Abby Turkia
Alexis Dunn
Anna Claire White
Brittany Grant
Cayleigh Webb
Charlton Jones
Emery Jones
Georgia Smith
Kaitlyn Taylor
Kate Calixtro
Kelis McGhee
Madison Parker
Olivia Jones
Rachel Neneck
Raeden Gagliano
Raven Baught
Reagan Tetrault
Sidney Whitfield
