Our Team
MomsBloom is powered by a small staff who oversees about 250 volunteers!
Kimber Wager (She/Her),
Executive Director
Kimber is a mom of two boys! She enjoys sharing her passion and excitement for empowering her community through collaboration and program improvement efforts. She has had the privilege of starting her journey with MomsBloom volunteering on the Transition Team and the Impact Measurement Committee and has continued to grow with MomsBloom through various leadership positions. Kimber stepped into the Interim Executive Director role in March of 2023. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, diversity, equity, and inclusion is near and dear to Kimber’s heart. She believes that EVERY family deserves a safe space to receive the postpartum support that they deserve.
Ilena Cheatom (She/Her), Director of Programs
Bio coming soon!
Amani Hendrix (She/Her),
Program Manager
for Kent County
Growing up in a multicultural home, Amani loves to see the beauty in different cultures and values. She grew up in Kalamazoo and graduated from Western Michigan University. Amani strives to appreciate differences and leave a positive impact on every person she meets, while immersing herself in her community and working for a passionate cause. Amani has worked for two other nonprofits and enjoys the meaning it can bring.
Mary Rolinski (She/Her),
Program Manager
for Ottawa County
Mary is a wife and mother of four based in Holland. She has hands-on experience working with birthing and postpartum families as a birth doula and a certified breastfeeding specialist. Mary is passionate about helping postpartum families thrive, both emotionally and physically. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree from Grand Valley State University and has previous healthcare experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Mary is honored to be a part of the MomsBloom team and to serve postpartum families in her community.
Kendra DeFazio (She/Her),
Marketing and Communications Manager
Kendra’s background lies in marketing, administration, and the arts. A 2018 graduate of Hope College, she received her B.A. in Business as well as Dance Performance and Choreography. She is excited to now be in Grand Rapids, working for MomsBloom and pursuing dance and choreography ventures. Kendra is honored to be part of an organization that places such an emphasis on connecting our community, mental health advocacy, and supporting women in need.
Kaitlin Chaffin Munoz (She/Her),
Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator
Bio coming soon!
Margie Jaeger (She/Her),
Postpartum Support Coordinator
for Kent County
Margie was born in Venezuela and holds a BSN from Puerto Rico. After working in a nonprofit, she realized she wanted to be more involved in helping the community. Upon discovering Momsbloom, she was drawn to the program's mission of helping parents and their families, as well as the abundance of good-hearted people willing to lend a hand. Margie is happy to support mothers through the transformative journey of the postpartum period. Additionally, her multicultural background and personal experiences enable her to connect with women and families from diverse backgrounds.
In her free time, Margie enjoys immersing herself in different cultures, traveling, pursuing her second bachelor’s degree, and spending quality time with her own family. She is excited for the opportunity to work for an organization that supports growing families holistically.
Ashley Vasser (She/Her), Postpartum Support Coordinator for Kent County
Bio coming soon!
Ashley Miller (She/Her), Social Work Intern
Bio coming soon!