We were never meant to parent in isolation. Getting out to spend time with other parents and little ones is essential for the mental health of most new parents.
This list is a compilation of the support groups, playgroups, meetups, etc., available to new parents in the greater Ann Arbor area. I will do my best to keep it up to date, but please take care to verify that the group is currently active by clicking the related link or contacting the group organizer.
If there is anything here out of date, or if you have a group to submit to the list, please feel free to email me at jill@integrativelactation.com.
Go out and find your people!
Weekly In-Person Meetups
Feed, Play, Chat Group at Nest & Nurture
- Tuesdays 12-1pm at Nest and Nurture (Ann Arbor)
- Free to attend, registration required
- Open to all feeding methods, infants & toddlers welcome
- Hosted by an IBCLC & sleep coach (that’s me!)
- More info & sign-up here: integrativelactationcare.com/group
Mamas & Babies with The Mamas Network
- Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-12pm at Little Break Cowork (Ann Arbor)
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://themamasnetwork.org/support
Boobie Club with Wrapped in Love Doulas
- Third Wednesday of the month at Ypsi District Library
- Free to attend
- More info here: instagram.com/wrappedinlovedoula
Library Playgroups
- Hosted at each branch at different times
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://aadl.org/events-feed/33781
Babies & Brews
- Tuesdays 4-6pm at Blom Meadworks (Ann Arbor)
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://www.drinkblom.com/events
Hike it Baby Ann Arbor:
- Hike times announced on FB group (anyone can host)
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/360908710742478
Our Village: Support Group for Black Pregnant or Parenting Moms
- Every other Thursday 3-4pm at East Ann Arbor Health Center
- Free to attend
- Contact lwiley@med.umich.edu to learn more
Breastfeeding Cafe
- Fridays 10-11:30am at Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://bfcaa.com/mother-baby-group-2/
Fit4Mom Ann Arbor:
- Classes available throughout the week
- First class free; then membership required
- More info here: https://annarbor.fit4mom.com/
Virtual Meetups
MomShare
- Tuesdays 1-2:30pm
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://www.womenscentersemi.org/momshare
Empowered Mamas (faciliated by IBCLC Shannon McLaughlin)
- Sundays 8-9pm
- Free to attend; donations welcome
- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7461942654
Fatherhood Meetup (Nature’s Playhouse)
- Last Tuesday of the month at 7pm
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://naturesplayhouse.janeapp.com/#/discipline/8/treatment/55
Black & Brown Mamas Inspired (Nature’s Playhouse)
- Last Tuesday of the month at 6pm
- Free to attend
- More info here: https://naturesplayhouse.janeapp.com/#/discipline/8/treatment/77
Events & Rotating Offerings:
Ann Arbor with Kids
https://annarborwithkids.com/events/categories/age-range/babies
Ann Arbor Rec & Ed
https://www.aarecedonline.com/early-childhood-classes
Ann Arbor Family
https://annarborfamily.com/calendar/
Village: Little Human Play Collaborative
https://docs.google.com/document/d/185CMOWO7KcYcIOPlXHBzpFhikApqOM54ouzqGxWcN8U/edit
Facebook Groups:
You Deserve Support & Community
Most importantly: You are not alone. If you are struggling with feelings of depression, hopelessness, or isolation, please reach out for help.
Maternal Health Hotline: call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA.
Free same-day counseling through MC3 Michigan: https://mc3michigan.org/
Integrative Lactation Care 