Founder & Creator
Josmerly Valerio, MSW
Welcome to Mommies That Wine!
I’m the Founder and Creator of Mommies That Wine, a monthly virtual service designed to bring mothers from all over the world together to "wine" about the ups and downs of motherhood—completely free of judgment.
As a mother of two beautiful children, I understand how essential it is to take a break, especially when we’re feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally drained.
Mommies That Wine was born out of my own need for a space to connect with other moms navigating the rollercoaster of emotions that come with motherhood—whether it’s feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, lonely, joyful, or just needing a moment to catch your breath. This community became especially vital during the challenges of a pandemic, and it continues to be a place of connection, understanding, and empowerment for moms everywhere.
About My Career Background
I hold both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work and bring over 13 years of experience in social and human services.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked across various sectors, including non-profit organizations, women and youth empowerment, child welfare, family daycare services, parenting skills training, community advocacy and outreach, workforce program management, and job readiness facilitation.
During my time in child welfare, I witnessed firsthand how mental health often played a significant role in shaping the lives of mothers and their families. While much of the focus was on the child’s well-being, I took a holistic approach, assessing the broader factors impacting the family and prioritizing the needs of the primary caregiver. This experience deepened my understanding of the importance of supporting mothers to create healthier, more balanced family dynamics.
Mommies That Wine...
Is a supportive community created for moms to feel empowered, valued, heard, and reassured that they are doing their best as parents. Loving yourself and taking time for yourself is not something to feel ashamed or guilty about—it’s something you absolutely DESERVE.
Self-care is essential, just like taking your children to their yearly check-ups at the doctor or dentist. As parents, we should have the freedom to do what brings us joy and fulfillment, free of judgment.
Mommies That Wine is here to provide that space for you—a place where you can unwind, connect, and prioritize your well-being without guilt.
New York Women's Mini 10k Run-2022
In 2022, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in the NY Women’s Mini 10K in Central Park. This wasn’t my first time running the race—I had done it in 2019—but this time, I ran with a deeper purpose and intention. This run held profound meaning for me because I ran for all the mommies around the world. I ran for the moms who carry so much to ensure their children thrive. I ran for working moms, stay-at-home moms, and moms who have experienced miscarriages. I ran for moms who had C-sections and those who gave birth naturally. I ran for single moms, moms of children with special needs, and moms who can no longer have children. I ran for moms who’ve gone through divorce, for moms battling PTSD, and for every mom navigating the complexities of motherhood. I ran, and I kept running, with every step dedicated to my mommies.