Raising kids can take a village—a journey Jaycina Almond, a mom, model, and entrepreneur, knows well. It’s why she founded Tender, an Atlanta-based nonprofit working to uplift families and bridge the gap for moms in need.

Photographed in her home by Piera Moore, with her daughter Syx. Wearing our 

“My original idea for Tender was a subscription box service tailored to each trimester of pregnancy. Basically, self-care toolkits delivered to your door for expecting mamas, and for every box sold we would donate a box of diapers and wipes to mamas in our city.

“I got that business ready to launch and realized I only cared about the social aspect—I was never going to care about selling anything. I decided to cut my losses and launch a nonprofit to focus on what I truly was passionate about.”

Jaycina with her daughter Syx wearing Tiered Babydoll Dress

“At Tender, we are bridging the financial gap and providing a safety net for mamas living on the margins in Atlanta. Tender provides financial assistance with rent and utilities, grocery store gift cards, and we operate a diaper bank. Atlanta has the worst income inequality in the US. It’s a historically Black city, and the Black folks here do not have nearly as much access to resources as our white counterparts. So showing up and doing what we can to care for the Black and Brown mamas is our ‘why.’”

Jaycina wearing Tiered Babydoll Dress in White

“There are so many reasons why breastfeeding is a privilege for Black mamas. Black women typically return to the workforce at least two weeks earlier than white moms and are more likely than white women to work in industries that are not welcoming to breastfeeding, or supportive of pumping at work. The lack of *accessible* resources. The lack of diversity in the lactation industry. And the history behind nursing for Black women: for so long Black mothers had to nurse white women’s babies at the expense of their own children.”


“To me, living a lasting way of life means being intentional. To slow down, consider the world and folks around you, and be intentional with every action. We do have the power to make lasting positive change in the world, so living in that power and making small steps every day, is how I see us living a lasting way of life.”

<p>Drawing inspiration from the Canadian Prairies, we added another tier to our past season's best-selling Babydoll Dress. Crafted from our plush long-staple Egyptian cotton jersey, the Tiered Babydoll features a crewneck collar, a flattering empire waist and a flouncy skirt thatÕs made for summer days (and spinning).</p>

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Tiered Babydoll Dress in White

<p>This racer inspired high-neck tank top is a summer staple that can easily be dressed up with a wide leg pant or skirt, or worn casually with a simple jean. Made from our signature stretch micro-rib jersey.</p>

High Neck Tank in White

Culotte Trousers in Black

High Neck Tank in Black

<p>A dress thatÕs made to move in. The T-Shirt Slit Dress combines the comfort of our plush signature tees with a contemporary take on the summer dress silhouette. With roomy welt pockets at the waist and vented seams at the hem, its breezy form is fully functional, whether youÕre throwing it on as a beach cover-up or stashing snacks at a summer picnic in the park.</p>

T-Shirt Dress in White

Tiered Babydoll Dress in Black

Worn by Jaycina

Lasting Ways with Jaycina Almond

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