This is a group for single moms age 23-33. The reason I put an age restriction is so that we are all able to relate to one another, which is hard when there's a big age gap. My friend Angelia and I wanted to start a group for women like us, single moms, living in the city, who know how hard it is to raise a child on our own, financially, socially and emotionally. It doesn't matter if you are divorced, never married, if the dad is present or not, the purpose of this group is to provide a way for …

Single moms of mainly little ones who live on the south side of the city to meet up for play-dates, friendship, and mutual support. We can find and explore all the positive activities for our children without always having to go very far.

Hyde Park Area Parents is a group for moms and dads who discuss the "fun" of parenthood, plan meet ups, socialize, and create a community for our children. While our kids become friends, we can have conversations. Playdates, story time, parties, lunches, museums, classes, MOMMY/DADDY NIGHTS OUT- just some of the fun meetups in store. Parenting is far from simple, so why not have support from the mom you see at Starbucks or the dad who frequents the same park as you?

Support Group where we encourage, network, and provide resources for single mothers at every meeting. We meet once a month, during the school year,  on Sundays from 12:30-2:30 p.m. We offer day care for the children AFTER our luncheon from 1:15-2:30 p.m It usually is the second Sunday of each month, in the Garden Room of the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church at 149 W Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst, IL 60126.We are located next to the new Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Our Mission is to provide encouragem …

We are a group of concerned parents commited to improving responsiveness to the needs of children of divorce and separation in Illinois.

Neighborhood Parents Network connects a diverse community of families with the resources they need to navigate parenting in the city. Expectant, new, and seasoned parents come to NPN to find what they need to tackle the everyday challenges of being a parent. Whether on-line or in-person, NPN makes it easy to find support, must-have information, and amazing city events. Connecting Chicago parents for more than 30 years! NPN is here for you - find your connections in your own neighborhood and with …

Welcome! This group is designed to guide you in making most important life decisions and assist you in effortless conception, harmonious pregnancy, and raising healthy, creative and co-operative baby. Our goal is to help FUTURE MOMS to: Understand and eliminate barriers to your successful conception and pregnancy Resolve any previous relationship traumas, including childhood and relationship issues with parents and significant others that often present major barriers for successful conception, …

Creatively Caring provides opportunities for families to get involved in hands-on community service projects that help people, animals, and the environment.  Families with children of all ages are encouraged to participate in our projects.  By taking an active part in community service, our youth develop self-confidence and cultivate a greater sense of responsibility, tolerance and empathy for others.  When we plant these values as seeds in our children, they grow with our children and eventuall …

Join our growing network of veg families who live in Chicago and the suburbs. Our community supports vegetarian and vegan families with kids. We also welcome non-veg families who are interested in the vegan/vegetarian lifestyle. Here we will build friendships, share advice and support our families' journeys! This group is meant to be a community group that can connect vegan/vegetarian families within their local neighborhoods, where members can host an event such as a local playdate.  We encour …

RAIN: a widely recognized, respected and engaging parent driven group which strives to support, educate and promote inclusion in our community and schools. We are a team of parents in district 96 and the community available to Provide support to other parents. Provide resources for parents, students, and teachers. Assist with transitions (ECE to Kindergarten, Grade school to Hauser, Hauser to RB High School, RB to college/trade school). Identify concerns of parents and the school and collab …

The Chicago Hip Mama Collective covers the spectrum of personalities, lifestyles, ages (mamas and kids), and neighborhoods. Many members make use of intuitive parenting techniques: extended breastfeeding, cloth diapering, child-led potty training, baby-wearing, and co-sleeping. We have a full calendar of events and a lively message board that supports our community's real-life cohesiveness. Participation is required. We are not just a meetup group for moms. We began as a refuge for admirers of …

Along with separation and divorce come challenges never faced before. Many women in their 30s are beginning families while the life a of woman in her 30s facing divorce brings a whole new set of issues that are much different than those of their friends enmeshed in family life. This group provides a place where women can find a good laugh, a friend for a good cry when needed, and everything in between.

Feel Good-Giving Back Volunteer Group is a group of volunteers that assist in preparing & prepping supplies for community service events for families with children. We work directly with Creatively Caring.org, a local non-profit whose mission is to provide opportunities for families to get involved in hands-on community service projects that help people, animals, and the environment. We will also work with other organizations such as Adults with Disabilities, Animal Shelters, Senior Homes, Chil …

Life doesn't end with a divorce or an end of a relationship. You have to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and get back into the game. Nobody will do this for you--only you can. Hopefully this group and its members will facilitate in the transformation of what may look like a dire situation now into an avenue in which you can meet new friends and acquaintances. We are hoping to set up casual Meetups in the southwest suburbs which will include wine tasting, music, dancing, festivals, etc., in …

Moms of Color Meetup Group brings women of color together in Glendale Heights, IL, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Glen Ellyn, and other surrounding areas. This group is for New Moms of Color who are looking to connect with other moms who are like you or similar.This group is for sisterhood and encouragement to share the joys and challenges of motherhood. We are Stay at home moms, working moms, married and single.If you want to get out of the house and meet other moms,have playdates, moms night out, …

This is a networking group for mothers that have to work , have to support their families and don't have a financial crutch to fall back on. Open to all mothers in Chicagoland, meeting monthly at Tipsycake on Damen coffee cupcakes provided.