New Mothers' I
The New Mothers' Meeting I offers a relaxed and supportive environment where moms and their babies can come together and share experiences. JC Parenting Director and Psychotherapist Diana Perales leads the groups discussion of weekly topics related to parenting as well as any other themes the group identifies. This group is geared toward new mothers and their babies from 0 to 6 months old.
Sample Topics:
Sleep Issues
Mommy Time
Baby Blues
Relationships
Routines and Schedules
Finding a Caregiver/Daycare
Fee: $100/10 week series
When: Tuesdays, September 9, 2008 to November 11, 2008
1:15 to 2:45 pm
Place: A Sound Start, 489 Jersey Ave. @ Mercer Street
New Mothers' II
This is a continuation of the New Mothers' Meeting (see above). This series is for moms and their babies from 6 to 18 months.
Sample Topics:
Bedtime Routine
Baby on the Move
Mommy time
Partner Issues
Back to Work?
Childcare
Fee: $100/10 week series
When: Tuesdays, September 9th to November 11th, 2008
11:15 am to 12:45 pm
Place: A Sound Start, 489 Jersey Ave. @ Mercer Street


Second Time Around
This group is for veteran mom's who are have recently had their second (or more) child.. Come and meet with other mommies who are also experiencing what it is like to parent two or more children. Share stories and advice in a supportive and friendly environment. Facilitator Diana Perales, LCSW will loosely follow a series of topics for discussion. Moms and babies up to 18 months welcomed.
sample Topics:
Bedtime Routine
Getting out the Door
Mommy time
Partner Issues
Sibling Rivalry
Tantrums
Fee: $100/10 week series
When: Thursdays, September 11 to November 13, 2008
11:30 - 1:00 pm
Place: A Sound Start, 489 Jersey Ave. @ Mercer Street
Due to your feedback ..
Meetings will now be an hour and a half!!
Working Moms' Meetings
This group is for mom's (and babies 1 to 12 months) who have returned to work and are looking for some "mommy and me" socialization as well as some great group discussion. Come meet some other mom's that are also back in the workforce facing similar challenges. Topics will include everthing from nannies/childcare to time management. Babies should come ready to make some friends...playdates aren't just for stay-at-home families!!!
This group will meet on the second Sunday of every month. Bagels and juice will be served.
Fee: $60/3 Sunday Meetings (Oct, Nov, Dec)
When: Sundays, October 12, November 9, December 14, 2008
10am to 12pm
Place: A Sound Start, 489 Jersey Ave. @ Mercer Street
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