Request a Mentor

Pregnant? Brand-new baby? NEED HELP?  We're here for you.  

WE Would Like to help you in the most important job you’ll ever have…being a parent.


A One by One Mentor Will:

  • Support and encourage you

  • Meet with you monthly, with weekly contact by phone or text

  • Answer your questions

  • Share activities and parenting strategies

  • Help you capture the story of your child’s first year of life

Babies don’t come with instructions. We are here to help!

It's completely FREE and EVERYONE is eligible!

Step 1: Complete an online application. If your community is not listed, you can select “my community is not listed” to apply for a virtual mentor. We also offer mentoring in Spanish for our Spanish-speaking moms.

Step 2: We will text/call you to match you with a mentor.

Step 3: Your mentor will contact you to set up a time for your first meeting.

While your mentor cannot provide transportation, money or babysitting, she will be a wonderful friend and support person for you.

Questions? Call our office at (901) 857-1153 or email us at admin@onebyoneusa.org for more information.


Hi there Mama…

Let’s face it…there are some challenges headed your way & we know you
have already conquered much.
We know you want to be a great mother and you are excited but…
Let’s face it…mommin ain’t easy!
One by One Mentors are here for you.
Some days…You are going to need some encouragement
You are going to want the very best for your child &
One by One Mentors will show you how to prepare your child for Kindergarten.
Let’s face it…You Mama, are your child’s first teacher.
You can do this! And when you need someone to remind you…your One by One Mentor will.
Your baby is going to grow up fast but these early years are important.
Let’s face it…you need to know what milestones he will be making each month & how to keep him safe.
What about teaching him how to get along with others in this world?
We know you are going to have a lot of responsibility being a Mama…we are here to help you.
Let’s face it…You are on a most rewarding journey with twists & turns, highs & lows…
And you have a One by One Mentor who can’t wait to meet you.

written by cindy grucholski