OUR STORY
A Community for New Moms, Built by Moms
CircleMoms began with a simple idea: motherhood is better together. Whether you’re new to parenting or navigating life with a new baby, explore how our mission and team are helping moms connect and thrive during this life-changing season.
How it began: Building a village
Brittany Forman and Susannah Anderson started CircleMoms with one simple goal: to help new moms feel less alone. In 2018, while both adjusting to life with newborns, they realized how isolating early motherhood could be. They wanted a place where moms could connect, share honestly, and get the kind of support that makes the tough days a little easier.
With backgrounds in health coaching at Parsley Health and a shared passion for wellness, Brittany and Susannah combined their experiences to create Circles—small, supportive groups where new moms can find their village and expert guidance.
What started as a way to support local moms has grown into a nationwide community that helps women navigate the ups and downs of motherhood together.
Meet our team
Brittany Forman
CircleMoms Co-Founder, Certified Functional Nutritionist, Lifestyle Practitioner, and Certified Health Coach
After getting her start in finance at Credit Suisse in New York and leading investor relations for a hedge fund in San Francisco, Brittany pivoted to the wellness space, driven by a need for balance and self-care. She became certified in health coaching and functional nutrition, working with clients at Parsley Health and Functional Medicine. Brittany also founded an organic snack subscription company, making healthy eating easier nationwide.
When Brittany became a mom, she recognized a gap in postpartum support and co-founded CircleMoms in 2018 to help moms find community, guidance, and connection. Now living in Connecticut with her family, Brittany volunteers at Malta House and is passionate about empowering moms to thrive in early motherhood.
Susannah Anderson
CircleMoms Co-Founder, Certified Health Coach, and Certified Yoga Instructor
Susannah began her career in management consulting and human resources, then shifted her focus to wellness, earning certifications and working in New York City and San Francisco.
When she became a mom, Susannah experienced firsthand how life-changing—and challenging—early motherhood can be. Inspired by her own transition, she co-founded CircleMoms to create the kind of supportive community every new mom deserves. Now living in Charlotte, North Carolina, Susannah loves helping moms find connection and confidence in their motherhood journey.
Ashley Gotlieb
CircleMoms Partner
Ashley Gotlieb is the newest partner at CircleMoms and a passionate advocate for moms navigating the fourth trimester. Originally from Miami, Ashley earned her Bachelor’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis and her MBA from the University of Miami. She began her career in consulting and corporate strategy but found her true calling after becoming a mom in 2022.
Introduced to CircleMoms by a college friend, Ashley quickly saw its potential to transform postpartum support. She partnered with postpartum doula Penny Gilchrist to launch the first Atlanta Circle, creating a welcoming space for local moms to connect and thrive. Now based in Brookhaven, Ashley lives with her husband, JJ, their three-year-old daughter, Lenny, and their dog, Doodles. She’s also deeply involved in Atlanta’s Jewish community and loves helping moms build their own village of support.
Be part of the CircleMoms community
Your Circle is more than a group—it’s your village. Find a Circle near your due date and join moms just like you for support, connection, and shared experiences.