Support Groups

*New & Pregnant Mom's Group
Wednesday mornings: 10:30 a.m.–noon
Facilitators: Mya Dudzik, mya@motherssupportnetwork.org AND Miya Simpson, workfromhome_likeme@yahoo.com
Do you have questions about your new little bundle of joy? Need some support and encouragement? We’d love to invite you to spend some time with the New Mom's Group. We have weekly meetings held 10:30 a.m. until around noon on Wednesdays at the Center. Babies range from a few days old to around 1 year. Pregnant moms often come too to begin their new circle of friends before baby is born.

Breastfeeding Support
Wednesdays (May 14, June 18 and July 16): 10:30 a.m.-noon
We are pleased to welcome Jay Simpson back to MSN as a special guest to offer her expertise in regards to your breastfeeding trials and tribulations. Her support and encouragement will be incorporated into our New Mom’s Group, once a month, on the dates listed above. Jaye became a Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) in 1995 then became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2000, fulfilling a personal dream and professional goal. To read more about Jaye, visit www.breastfeedingnetwork.net.

NEW! Breastfeeding Support Group
Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Do you have breastfeeding questions? Need support and encouragement? Then please attend our new Breastfeeding Support group every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to noon. This group will be facilitated by Becky Diel, lactation consultant intern.

NEW! Toddler Support Group
Fridays, 10-11 a.m.
Has your toddler outgrown New Mom's Group but isn't quite ready for park playgroups? Join other moms for informal discussions on the special joys and challenges of parenting a toddler while the little ones play. This group is open to new walkers up to age 3. For more information, please e-mail Christine at momofprecious@comcast.net.

NEW! Evening Infant/Toddler Playgroup
1st and 3rd Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
Perfect for little ones from crawling to about age 3. Open to mothers, fathers, grandparents, caregivers, etc. Ideal for those who can't make it to groups during the normal weekday and still great for anyone who wants evening social time with their baby. The plan is to provide social time for parents while incorporating educational play, music and stories. Group will be offered the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information, contact Temperance Harkins, (916) 879-0571 or virtue0101@yahoo.com.