Alicia Stedman, a mother of three children, has experienced first hand the costly and important role that good hygiene means for babies. She seized the opportunity to stay at home to care for her son and daughters. Although she enjoyed working in human resources at a Boston financial services company, she now feels very fortunate to have this special time with her kids. She has lived in the Boston area for ten years and is passionate about her involvement in Baby Basics and giving back to the community.

Dayna Coakley works in Human Resources for a local financial services company and is the mother of two children.

Jennifer Haggerty has two children and her background is in Human Resources. Becoming a mother recently herself, she was shocked at the cost of diapers. When thinking about the choices that the Baby Basics familes must make between buying diapers and paying for other basic necessities, she is very grateful to help them be able to do both.

Jennifer Watson is the mother of three children and has a background in Financial Services.

Alissa Jamison has worked in the field of Education for 9 years, ranging from academic to corporate environments. She holds a B.S. from the University of New Hampshire and an EdM in Corporate Education from Boston University. She currently manages a product Education group at a software company in Cambridge, MA. Alissa is also a volunteer at the Museum of Science Computer Clubhouse, an after-school learning program where young people are given the freedom to explore their interests in technology. About her involvement with Baby Basics she says, "Life is about balance. Everyday I benefit from things that I am given by others. Finding ways to give back is a responsibility I take to heart. I can't think of a better way than providing babies with the things they need most."

Christiane Sodano grew up in the Boston area and is the mother of three. She joined baby basics in 2002 after leaving her career in the corporate retail industry. About her involvement with Baby Basics she says,” There is no reward greater than to receive a mere thank you from a family who is in need.”

Richard Redding joined the board in 2002. He believes strongly in the Baby Basics mission and works to make Baby Basics stronger and more effective. Rich is also an active volunteer with several Boston charities.

Jennie Waldron-Moore has been active with Baby Basics since 1999. "I can appreciate the service that Baby Basics provides, and how every contribution - large and small - can make a difference. This is a simple concept that has huge benefits." Jennie is at home with four children.

Amy Millay grew up in the Boston area and teaches Latin American literature at a local university. She has three children. Amy finds Baby Basics unique because all the contributions benefit babies of hardworking parents in South Boston. She wanted to give back to the community and found Baby Basics a great way to do so.

Alisha Harrington is the mother of two young children. She previously was a Public Defender in Philadelphia for several years. Volunteering and public service has always been an important part of Alisha's life, particularly serving groups and organizations that typically don't get a lot of attention. When she moved to the Boston area and heard about Baby Basics she was interested in getting involved, particularly because it provides a basic necessity for babies that many people take for granted.

Carin Coyne joined the board after feeling a void left by her break from teaching third grade. Carin taught in Framingham, MA for eight years before deciding to stay home with her son. During that time she came to recognize many of the struggles families face in urban living. This knowledge, accompanied by her belief that children who have their basic needs met have a stronger foundation prompted her to get involved with Baby Basics. Carin is thrilled to be in a group that focuses on fundamental needs.

Severn Taylor is originally from New York City and has one child. She has always had a strong interest in social service and volunteering. Baby Basics has provided the perfect nuche to work with incredibly strong leaders in our community who are dedicated to helping the lives of others. Severn has enjoyed the unique opportunity that the board members have to participate in each element of the program.