Hi there, I was looking for a local L.A. support group for men and women like me who don't have children but who are dating or married to someone who does. Are you meeting other step parents? Are you getting good advice? I would like to share wisdom, insight, and information since this is all very new to me!

… P urpose: To create and maintain a fun, safe and healthy environment that foster our children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills through music, books, and games while creating a network of supporting parents, and friends for both parents and children. C ore Values of the Group : "Childhood is an unique and valuable stage in human life cycle. As parents, we strive to provide activities in settings that are safe, healthy, nurturing, and responsive for our children. As parents, we …

Heyyy, Mamas & Daddies!! Let's face it, being a Single Mom is very difficult and when you are no longer with your child's father it can be stressful. Parents who are no longer together CAN work together and THIS is the group that will help you on your journey because we can't do it alone. Well, I have been there, done that and for the past 4 years I have been inspiring Single Moms to Let It Go & encouraging rather than discouraging Fathers to be in their child's life. This group will help RE-def …

Join Mindful Mommies to establish connections, create lasting friendships and embrace the support you deserve. Mindful Mommies provides guidance to expectant, new, and seasoned moms. Each group is facilitated by myself, an experienced therapist and focuses on Mommies; their wisdom, experience, and challenges. Mindful Mommies is unique in that it provides a warm & safe environment with the opportunity to host sessions within the comfort of one’s own home. $200 for 8 weeks. Initial session is held …

… We want this to be a playgroup and parent support group. We will visit museums, the zoo, the beach and more. We would love to organize a bilingual story time and music class during the week. The meet ups will most likely be around Playa Vista, Marina Del Rey, Culver City, Venice, Santa Monica and many other areas. Your suggestions and ideas are always welcomed. :-) Thank you, Hilda

This group is for moms who want to make new friends and learn tools and practices to help create peace of mind and a life & family filled with love. Join me and other moms who want to feel happier and less stressed while providing support for their kids and family. Each month we'll learn tools to de-stress, gain greater happiness, weight loss, peace of mind and more. Many of the tools you'll learn can be taught to your kids to help them in school and with friends and siblings. Bring an issue you …

… This group will be tailored to raising girls successfully through the use of books, open dialogue and support.  Everyone is welcome to come share their experience... what worked for you may work for another. My hope is to create an environment/meetup group where single moms and dads raising daughters are welcome...Let us approach these years with confidence over doubt. Our daughters are the next generation of women...

… We look forward to meeting other Kids, Parents and educators to share information and support in dealing with Autism and other Spectrum disorders. Please be sure to check out the calendar. Sometimes, events will be posted that are not necessarily meetups (such as the reminder to call the Huntington library for the free day tickets a month in advance). The events/notes will show up on the home page, but will not be posted in the "featured meetup" spot so it can be tricky to see. If you have a me …

Empty Nest Support Services launched when my daughter was a senior in high school. No one needs to go through this transition alone. We are forming a new group in Los Angeles to meet once a week for a support group. I have been fortunate to speak with thousands of parents across the country. I am presenting in October at Rancho La Puerta. Lucky me, Rick Bayless will be cooking and teaching as well. Whether you are single, married, empty or on the way to having the children out of your home, come …

What is Burbank Homeschool Academic Support?  Parents occasionally need a little extra help to provide academic success for their children that are being home schooled. We are here to help. We offer discounted tutoring services, morning art classes, and free and low cost workshops. Burbank Homeschool Academic Support is a meetup group where homeschooling families can meet up and get academic support as well as a place to meet other homeschooling families. You can also find a list of local family …

If you are the parent of a person with schizophrenia spectrum disorder you may feel bewildered, lonely, embarrassed - even guilty! The length and course of illness may have forced you to distance yourself from frightening behaviors beyond your control. This group will provide guided support for parents touched by schizophrenia.   Although not psychotherapy, the group will be led by a caring professional with a special interest in schizophrenia. Members will be assisted to share comfort and encou …

Co-Parenting for Prospective Moms and Dads - OPEN To LGBT and STRAIGHT ALLIES Co-Parenting: "parenting together" An innovative family structure for those marginalized from society's traditional view of families, ie. LGBT and/or single moms and dads, the term can refer to an adult (or adults plural) who shares parenting responsibilities, but is not romantically involved with the birth mother. CO-GENDER DISCUSSION AND SUPPORT GROUP. Explore this innovative family structure with personal stor …

… Through these types of social meetups we have created a great support system. I am a working professional mom with a traditional 9-5 schedule, therefore, I keep the calendar busy on weekends and evenings.  Our assistant organizers have more flexible schedules, which keeps our calendar busy during the week, and I am always up for a day off with my son and our meetup friends.    Our meetup group originated in Sherman Oaks and is now located in Glendale.  Therefore, we have many members and meetups …

… Share any and all topics related to evidence-based information about pregnancy, birthing, breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, parenting philosophies, postpartum recovery, newborn care and much more. To some events, we invite special guests such as moms, experienced parents, yoga instructors, holistic practitioners to enrich topics shared in the group.   Free support group and non-denominational Bring your belly, your baby, your partner and invite a pregnant or nursing friend!   Responsibility: Vir …

… Given the right guidance, diet and support they can realize their true potential. In the first afternoon of the seminar, Dr. deWolfe will be explaining his approach: providing dietary advice, offering response suggestions and teaching parents remedial exercises. The following afternoon he asks that members bring their children to learn and practice exercises together. If you are looking for another way to deal with your child's condition, or just seeking complementary methods, we hope you will …

We all know what to do to stay active and eat healthy, but it is so hard to do it on our own, sometimes we just need a little extra support. This group is meant to get people together who all want to be a bit better or who wants to maintain their health for a long time to come. We will share inspiration, motivation, and celebrate each and every triumph together. :) Let's make this world a healthier place starting with ourselves.