New moms need other moms. Of course, they need the support of their partner and family members, too. But during that exhausting newborn phase, no one understands what it’s like to be a bleary-eyed, baby-feeding-and-burping machine better than someone else who is also a bleary-eyed, baby-feeding-and-burping machine.
With a newborn relying on you at all times, it can be difficult to find the time and energy to connect with other moms. This causes many new mommies to feel isolated and overwhelmed during their baby’s first few months.
Joining a group for new moms is a great way to find social connection, reassurance and advice for first-time moms. Plus, no one is going to roll their eyes when your baby needs to cry, feed or be changed.
Make connections with other local moms at these mom groups around southeast Michigan. Some groups are designed for new, first-time moms and others are community groups for moms of babies, tots and little ones. The one thing these moms all have in common? Being eager to support new moms!
What are you waiting for? Check out one of these groups and start making friends, swapping baby stories and getting advice and reassurance from other moms who just get it.
Detroit Mama Hub
- Where: Metro Detroit
- When: Check the Meetup page for upcoming events
- Cost: Varies depending on the event
This mama community offers the support and education that families need to thrive. Connect with other moms at free meetups, Baby & Me Yoga classes, Moms’ Night Out events and more. Detroit Mama Hub also hosts newborn care and breastfeeding classes that help educate new mothers.
Detroit Mom
- Where: Metro Detroit
- When: Join one of the community Facebook pages to stay up to date on the latest events
- Cost: Varies depending on the event
This collective of metro Detroit moms has 12 community groups run by volunteer Mombassadors that plan monthly events. From new and expecting mother groups to gatherings of single moms, working moms, mothers of LBGTQ+ kids and more, there are so many ways to connect with local parents.
goMOMS
- Where: Oakland County
- When: Check the calendar for upcoming events
- Cost: $50 annual membership fee
Have a set of twins, triplets, quadruplets or more in your family? Greater Oakland Mothers of Multiples is your place to meet fellow mommies of multiples. This supportive group offers parenting resources, hosts monthly support meetings and plans other family-oriented events.
Grosse Pointe Moms Circle
- Where: Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods
- When: Check the calendar for upcoming events
- Cost: $45 annual fee
Join moms throughout Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods for Brunch Bunch, Potluck Playdate, Coffee Club, Moms’ Night Out — with complimentary childcare — and more! Find connection and companionship with local moms and develop friendships in your community.
Holistic Moms Network
- Where: Claddagh Chiropractic Wellness Center, 569 E. 9 Mile Road, Ferndale
- When: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
- Cost: Varies depending on the event
Looking for a thriving community of holistic parents? Holistic Moms Network is an inclusive group that meets monthly to socialize and connect by participating in conversations and activities that encourage holistic parenting practices.
Milk & Honey
- Where: Honey. for Moms, 3138 Hilton Road, Ferndale
- When: Fridays, 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
- Cost: $25
Stop by for this weekly drop-in lounge and connect with other feeding moms. The Honey lactation team will be available to answer any questions about breastfeeding, pumping and paced bottle feeding.
MOMS Club
- Where: Central Macomb County
- When: Check the Meetup page for upcoming events
- Cost: Contact your local chapter for information.
Designed for at-home moms, MOMS Club is an international group with local chapters that welcomes mommas and their little ones. Whether you’re looking to meet mom friends at playgroups and holiday parties, are looking for babysitting services, want to learn parenting tips from experts or would like to help fundraise for your community, there’s a place for you in MOMS Club.
Nova House
- Where: Metro Detroit
- When: Check the Meetup page for upcoming events
- Cost: Varies depending on the event
Meet local moms at monthly mommy meetups. Share stories, tips and suggestions and learn from moms who will be the first to admit it — they still don’t have it all figured out, and that’s OK!
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