Breaking the Silence: How One Concord Mom Is Building a Village for Mothers in Need

Sharee Allen knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed as a new mother. Now she’s making sure others don’t have to go through it alone.

Sharee Allen founded Mint to Be of the Carolinas in January 2021. Photo courtesy of Sharee Allen.

Several years ago, Sharee Allen served as a volunteer coordinator on a U.S. Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan, helping military families adjust to life overseas. In her role, she often spoke with military spouses — many of whom felt isolated, especially after giving birth.