A support group for parents struggling with the difficulties of being a parent. A place where parents can share their thoughts and feelings honestly with others, and receive encouragement and support.

… Our goal is to help FUTURE MOMS to: Understand and eliminate barriers to your successful conception and pregnancy Resolve any previous relationship traumas, including childhood and relationship issues with parents and significant others that often present major barriers for successful conception, healthy pregnancy and parenting Balance your emotions and maintain hormonal levels necessary for creating a new live and being a successful spouse and parent You will learn how to: Consciously suppor …

We are a community of new and expecting parents (okay, all moms so far...but dads would be welcome, too) who like to get together for our own socialization as well as that of our babies.  Life with a baby is fun and challenging; we are here to share the ups and downs together.  Our backgrounds and parenting styles are varied, and all are welcome.   Some of our past meetups include: story time at the library dinner coffee play time at the park stroller walk (outside or in the mall) There are wo …

Being a single parent isn't easy...having a group of friends in a similar situation can be a godsend, especially for those who do not know many others in the area. This is not a dating group, but instead a group who understands the special challenges (and joys!) that come with being a solo parent ... and who support one another and share our experiences. By "single" parent it doesn't mean you cannot be dating someone lol ... it does mean that you may be divorced, separated or otherwise caring fo …

The challenges and joys unique to a single parent are many. Lake County, IL PWP Chapter #247's mission is to provide a family oriented social outlet for single parents and our children. We are not a support group, but we do support each other in our common goal of raising healthy, happy and well adjusted children in our single parent families. To contact us, please go to our home page: http://pwplakecounty.org/ or call: PWP Hotline: (847) 817-5687 or Email: info@pwplakecounty.org

We are parents/expecting parents of young children living in and around Hoffman Estates (including Schaumburg, Streamwood, Hanover Park, Palatine, Arlington Heights, etc.). If you are an Asian parent, raising multiracial children, or interested in learning more about Asian cultures, this group may be for you. This group will offer an opportunity to create lasting friendships for ourselves as well as for our children.   Our group activities will be created by our members and will be geared toward …

This is a group for parents in Lake County who have a child(ren) with Sensory Processing Disorder/Sensory Integration Disorder. The goal of this group is to be a support system and an information hub for each other. While the awareness of this disorder is increasing among parents, the medical field, educational system and society is not fully on board. Therefore we need to rely on each other for support, encouragement and advice. *Please note that this is a group for Sensational kids, not other …

Beginning with those in the TriCity area, I'm building support for soon-to-be and newer parents who want to get it "Right from the Start".

This group is open to Parents of children, Soaring Eagles, who attend this special education private school.  Finding a private school for our special needs son has finally made us feel accepted. Our son has developed his first friendships and we have enjoyed connecting with the other parents. Considering we live in different areas, connecting with other Soaring Eagle families has been challenging.  It has been more difficult to share information and plan play dates to further develop friendshi …

We're taught a lot of things--how to ride bikes, balance checkbooks, cook spaghetti, and fill out tax forms--but no one teaches us how to raise kids. Psychologist, Craig Hallenstein, closes that gap by meeting with parents to discuss the nature of effective parenting. Meetings will address: balancing love and discipline, telling kids the truth, advocating as partners, talking about sex, and anything else members wish to discuss. The group is intended to be educational rather than therapeutic, ho …

This is a therapist run, parent support group for children with asperger's syndrome. This is a safe enviornment to learn, connect, find support.   IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT YOUR PRIVACY:  By joining this meetup group, you understand that information you have on your profile, including photo's will be viewable by other members of this group.  If you are interested in joining this support group, but are concerned about your privacy, please feel free to contact Eric.  

We have a three year old boy with autism. The past one year has been very emotional and eventful. As parents of autistic children, we struggle with the same things: therapy, school, social interaction, life balance, stress coping, etc. Let's have a meetup group so the kids can play together and the parents can share. We are looking forward to meeting with you and your precious little one.

Welcome to this working parents' group for people living in the North and Northwestern suburbs of Chicago.  The members of this group typically live around Northbrook/Glenview/Skokie, but come from as far south as Evanston and as far north as Libertyville.  Locations for events are chosen primarily for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, with occasional events for young school-aged children.  This is intended to provide a forum to meet other parents in a similar stage of life in places that the …

We are a fun group of Woodstock Moms and Dads who enjoy getting together and sharing experiences locally. Whether you are brand new to Woodstock or have been here for years, we hope you will join us and make great friendships for both you and your child(ren). We are a welcoming group open to new friends and creative ideas. You will have many opportunities to make this a club you enjoy! Woodstock area residents with children ages 0-10 are welcome. Expecting and new parents are encouraged to j …

Kaitlin's Hideout is a play center for children with autism and other special needs.  We are also a social, resource and support center for parents and caregivers.   We are dedicated to helping families in any way we possibly can.  We encourage families to socialize here, support one another and share resources.   Anyone who is looking for personnel "face to face" support and socialization is strongly encouraged to join. Many of us find it difficult to meet people going through what we are, and …

We started this group to get parents and kids out of the house and having fun! Lets go to our many local parks and play until the street lights come on. We want our kids to play the old school games that we grew up loving, games like red rover, kick ball, home free, freeze tag and street hockey. Lets get out and have fun. Everyone is welcome to join; moms, dads, single parents, working parents, or SAHM's. We'll plan meet-up's during the day, evening and weekends so that there are opportunities f …