Is it possible to defer a mortgage payment with Bank Of America?

These last few weeks, everything that can go wrong has. My husband and I have had a $500 water bill, $600 car repair bill, and a $250 pool pump repair in the last few weeks. We are barely making ends met and all the added stress isn't helping our situation. When I had financed vehicles in the past I had the option of defering a payment for a small fee. I was wondering if the same could be done for a mortgage. We are first time home owners and aren't really sure of our options. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.