Since 2005, Mamistad has been forming first pregnancy/new mom groups for moms who are due/delivered within 3 months of one another and will be SAHMs (stay-at-home moms) or OMs (office moms) as they will. Groups face the many challenges and joys of motherhood together, sharing information, support and memories! Dads are also encouraged to connect as well and before you know it, communities are born.
There is a one-time fee to join a private group but we can work together on it if necessary. The goal is to connect and avoid the pitfalls that seem to become more prevalent with each generation of new moms being further from “home” or deeper into careers and jobs. Isolation during pregnancy and new motherhood is quicksand – but when you have lots of moms in the same boat, your chances of avoiding that isolation are much greater.
Join us, we’re expecting YOU. 🙂
Mamistad,
Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Psychiatry and Wellness practice located in Old Town Alexandria. Patients are seen in-person and virtually. The practice is holistic in nature, and follows a concierge model of care (greater access to providers, and other services such as acupuncture, therapy, etc). The practice has a particular interest in treating women and moms.
The Fatherhood Cirlce convenes small groups of dads in a professionally guided setting that offers resources and space to de-stress, connect with other dads, learn applicable skills, and invest in the pursuit of being their best as fathers. We aren’t providing an instruction manual or promising an easy 3-step plan on how to be a dad; we’re offering the tools and support to help dads get to whatever being a great dad looks like for them and their families.
babycito is a free, inclusive online community dedicated to connecting parents with trusted, local family support service providers. We’re a one-stop shop providing the families of Northern VA the following services:
- Directory of Providers: Browse our pre-screened providers to quickly and easily find trusted, local support.
- Registry & Gifting:
- Service Registry: Create a cash fund registry for the services you need and want (e.g., doula, night nurse, lactation consultant, newborn photographer, etc.).
- Birthday Experience Registry: Tired of all the physical gifts that come with kids’ birthdays? Who has the space?! With babycito, you can create an experience/activity registry for your child’s birthday. Friends and family can contribute to things like Taekwondo or ballet lessons, sessions at an indoor play place or trampoline park, tickets to the movies, and so much more!
- One-time Gift Giving: Give a one-time gift of service to a parent or family who could use support.
- Education: FREE Service Guide and FREE service consultations to help you find specific providers, learn about available services, get support with your service registry, and ask questions.
We believe that all constellations of families should be empowered with knowledge and resources to access the services they need. Our core values are:
- Inclusion: We serve all constellations of families and include a variety of providers to meet each family’s unique needs.
- Education: We provide a service guide as well as service planning consultations so families are aware of what’s available and are prepared when they need support.
- Access: Our cash fund registry offers families the option to register for services, providing them with greater access to services thanks to contributions from friends and family.
Our company was created by moms,
Our focus is on helping new moms learn how to fully care for their “petit popo” while processing new emotions in a healthy way.
As a postpartum agency since 2015, we are eager to support you and your family, while you navigate the thrilling experiences of parenting. We specialize in multiples, postpartum support, newborn and overnight care,
nanny placement, virtual consultations, as well as nursery setup!
Nurture & Glo is a mobile wellness concierge providing unique and holistic treatments in the comfort of your home, office and beyond! From Prenatal Massage and Lymphatic Drainage to facial sculpting and group events, we look forward to working with you.
My name is nancy singh and I am an Infant, toddler, and school age sleep consultant with WeeSleep. I am researching companies and platforms who I can partner with to bring more awareness to both of our businesses. Please check out our website http://www.wee-sleep.com. I would love to have my business registered on your directory so I can help tired families get the rest they deserve. In return, I would be available to send you blog posts, advertise your page on my accounts, and even run LIVES for your following, in the future.
I am a mental health provider focusing primarily on women in the perinatal period and women struggling with motherhood or adjusting to life changes. I also see people who are looking to gain deeper insight into themselves or a particular situation. I am available for telehealth throughout DC and VA, and can see fully vaccinated individuals in my Herndon, VA office.
At Nights & Naps, we aim to inform, encourage, and empower parents during their child’s journey to better sleep. We find ways to make Childhood Sleep Education accessible for all families because everyone deserves safe, stress free, quality sleep – babies, toddlers, and parents, too.
All Inclusive Sleep Consulting specializing in independent sleep for 3 Month – 5 year olds!
Services are 100% virtual!
Nurturing, overnight care to newborns and evidence-based education to their parents since 2010.
We provide night nurses and nannies as well as baby basics classes in home and for family or group.
The Lane is a family social club in Ivy City in Washington, DC. Our mission is to be a positive gathering space to create community and fun for families in the DC area. We offer an indoor/outdoor play space where children 6 and under can play safely while parents relax, eat, and drink. While the pandemic has shifted our offerings, we are still committed to being a hub of activity for young families. We are currently housing daily learning pods while school is virtual and using our space for select classes and private events. We look forward to bringing open play, food and drinks, and birthday parties back into our daily operation as it becomes safe to do so.
Metropolitan Doulas are a group of trained and experienced postpartum doulas, serving Washington D.C, Northern Virginia, and parts of Maryland. Perhaps you are expecting a baby, or maybe you recently had a baby and are looking for some help. Hiring a postpartum doula can ease you into your role as a parent, and provide you the care, support, and education that will help you feel relaxed and ready to take on the challenge of new parenthood. We offer virtual classes to prepare you for parenthood and more!
Moms with babies up to around 12 months, check out the Confident & Connected in Motherhood group offered by Mother Tree Wellness! C&C is a 4-week virtual coaching group designed and facilitated by Mother Tree Wellness founders, Holly Kennedy, LPC, PMH-C, and Ellen Jones, PMH-C.
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Concrete information
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Evidence-based strategies that are easily woven into everyday life
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Genuine connection with other moms
Our Confident & Connected Group is designed with this knowledge in mind, and moms join our group knowing that they’ll receive all three best practices, every single week.
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What is Mom Brain? Understanding the changes in my brain and hormonal shifts
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Who am I? How to roll with my shifting identity
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Are we on the same page? Navigating my relationship with my partner and loved ones.
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Will I ever have alone time again? How to reclaim it and establish the boundaries I need.
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Am I a good mom? Managing expectations, and how to stop comparisons and Mom Guilt.
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How am I supposed to do this? Strategies for creating a plan and getting unstuck.
Group Membership Includes:
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Four 60-minute live group sessions on Zoom
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Membership in a private Facebook group for your cohort, moderated and facilitated by Holly & Ellen
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After your series, you’ll receive the MTW Mom Map to help cultivate your own path forward and keep your momentum going. The Map is customized for your group: It’s a compilation of all key points and themes discussed, as well as all strategies and resources offered. Keep your progress and motivation going with your Map on hand to reorient you whenever you need it.
What makes our group unique?
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Small Group Size allows for a personalized approach for each cohort. We cap all groups at 6 members.
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Group Leaders who are Certified in Perinatal Mental Health by Postpartum Support International. We’re also moms. This combination of expertise and personal experience creates an atmosphere that’s informed, engaging, and genuine.
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Ongoing Support: We check in with our members and provide additional support and resources throughout each series through a private Facebook group just for your cohort.
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Our Moms! Moms are resourceful, insightful, and unbelievably strong. Each mom brings her own unique strengths to the table, and all members play a vital role in supporting each other throughout the series. The result is that moms also feel the sense of purpose that comes from knowing they’ve offered other moms support, insights, and confidence.
P.A.C.E. provides weekly groups facilitated by mental health professionals for moms to share and learn together. We have groups for first-time moms and for second-time moms, each with relevant discussion topics.
We help mom find her fit through classes and community, for all ages and stages of motherhood. Currently offering daily virtual classes, playgroups, guest speakers, events, and more.