Hi everyone,

My name is Sandrea, we live in Utah, and this is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to write. I never imagined being in this position — asking for help — but I’m doing it for my baby girl. She deserves safety, warmth, and a mom who keeps fighting for her, even when everything feels impossible.

After giving birth, I developed severe postpartum depression and anxiety that completely changed my ability to function. I was still on maternity leave when my doctors recommended I go on long-term leave, but my company let me go instead. Losing my job while trying to care for my newborn and recover from postpartum depression has been devastating.

Since then, I’ve done everything I can to stay afloat — applying for state aid, calling 211, and reaching out to local programs. Most have no funding or don’t serve Iron County. I do receive SNAP for food and have HEAT for utilities, but with the government shutdown, SNAP benefits have been delayed for November and possibly longer.

I’m now facing eviction and trying desperately to keep a roof over our heads. I do have access to an RV as a possible backup plan, but I don’t yet have a safe or stable place to park it. I’m terrified of what will happen if we lose our home, and I’m doing everything I can to protect my baby and keep her safe.

Every day, I fight through the fog of depression and anxiety to take care of my daughter — to feed her, hold her, and make her smile. She’s my reason for pushing forward, even when it feels like the world is falling apart around us.

I’m not asking for luxuries — I just need help covering the bare essentials:

• Rent, to prevent eviction

• Car payment, so I can still get to appointments and stores

• Basic necessities like diapers, wipes, and gas

These are the things keeping us barely hanging on right now.

December is extra special for us — it’s not only my daughter’s first Christmas, but also her first birthday. I wish I could give her the kind of celebration and warmth she deserves, but right now, I’m just trying to make sure she has a safe place to sleep and feel loved.

I know times are hard for everyone, and asking for help is incredibly humbling. But if you can spare even a few dollars, share our story, or send a prayer our way, it would mean the world to us.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for any kindness you can offer. I’m trying my best every single day — even if that just means getting up, holding my baby, and trying again tomorrow. ❤️

— Sandrea & Olivia