Young Moms
Young Moms group is tailored to provide parenting education and support in a peer-to-peer setting. It’s a place for young moms to come together, build relationships with people with similar experiences and learn practical skills for parenting. Young Moms are encouraged to spend time with others who know what they are going through and the group provides a place for mutual support. Young Moms are provided with education on a wide variety of topics, as well as resources and services that may be available to them.
Topics covered
- continuing education & employment
- self-sufficiency
- developmental ages & stages
- discipline & punishment
- crying & temper tantrums
- healthy & unhealthy relationships
- self-esteem & child rearing
- importance of playing, reading & interaction with child
- Life Skills: cooking healthy meals, stretching food dollars, budgeting, medical care, first-aid & CPR, going to doctor vs. emergency room, financial literacy
Activities
- meal prep & cooking
- outings to parks, swimming, walks & holiday activities
- on-site child care & meal provided
- guest speakers on informative topics
- making diaper wipes
- hair cut & “spa” nights
Age group
Any young mom up through age 21
Time & day
There are three different groups offered; young women can choose to come to one specific group throughout the week depending on their school or work schedule.
Mondays – 5:30-7:30
Wednesdays – 1:00-3:00pm (afternoon group) OR 5:30-7:30pm (night group)
Related Programs
Better Beginnings Doula Program
Doula, in the Greek language, is defined as “mother to mother.” Doulas provide practical support, mentoring and coaching to young women before, during and after the birth of their child.
Individual Support Program
The Individual Support Program is designed to empower pregnant and parenting young moms to achieve independence through customized support and education.
Pregnancy and Birth Support Group
Held at the Young Women’s Resource Center, the Pregnancy and Birth Support Group provides comprehensive pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum education for young women and their partners.