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Connect With Other Moms in These Parenting Groups Around Greater Lansing

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by Carla Brooks
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Find Friends and Support in Lansing – Mom Groups, Parent Groups, Play Meet Ups

The rumors are true and the verdict is in – parenting is hard. The good news is that in mom groups we start to realize that we are not alone and there are others out there going through things JUST.LIKE.US.

Find friends, fun, and support in your community with this list of mom groups and dad groups around Lansing.

Read my personal experience with a mom group or scroll down to the list to get started.

I didn’t know what to expect getting into my first Mom Group – but I’m so glad I went

I wasn’t like those – get right back working out after having a baby – moms. After having an emergency c-section I was the – barely walk without excruciating pain – type. I wore my maternity yoga pants “The Sand Lot” style – Foooreeeverrrr. I was fatigued from waking up every hour through the night. I was shell shocked, now a stay at home mom after working all my life. I “wasn’t myself” with hormones going bonkers. I was tired – emotionally and physically.

One bright day, I was invited to a mom group. I thought “Mom group? No, thank you.” I wanted to say no because I was nervous and prematurely judgmental thinking that I wouldn’t meet anyone who would understand me or what I was going through.

Reluctantly, I said yes and was met with smiles, comfort, solidarity, and a slew of other supportive meet-ups week after week continuing throughout the years with amazing mommas. I’m so thankful I said yes – that I got brave and went and didn’t have to walk these parenting years alone. #momlife #dadlife

The great bonus is that our kids have “grown up” together and I’ve had the opportunity to make life-long friends.

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Places and Groups to Meet New Friends and Find Support in Lansing

Now that you know my story, you can see why my enthusiasm to share these Lansing moms and parenting groups with you is high.

Here are tips if you’re new to a Mom // Parent Group:

  • Ask to join.
  • Confirm on the day of, before you go.
  • Go in confidence. You are amazing! You’re a hard-working mom and you’ve got this!
  • Remember that kids are kids – if it doesn’t go perfectly the first time, try and try again.

Many mom groups meet up at parks or fun seasonal adventures, or during those long winter months at fun indoor places, others in homes or facilities.

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Four Types of Mom Groups to Join (Most are Welcome to Dads too)

1 – Mom Groups, Dads Groups, and Meet Up Play Groups

Church of the Resurrection Mom Group – Growing families – married and single, Catholic moms and dads meet up to grow in community together.

DeWitt Area Moms Group This “judgment-free zone” group of moms meet to talk all things kids and enjoy family friendly events.

Grand Ledge Moms and Tots Connect with other moms and kids on a regular basis out and about in Grand Ledge.

Great Start Collaborative Play and learn groups where families can play together and meet others with young kids.

Lansing Area Littles A way to connect with playgroups, events, and activities in the Lansing area.

Lansing Family Fun Connection Local Facebook group for fun activities for families of all ages.

Lansing Mom The invitation is always there with this mom’s group. Enjoy activities, outings, and events.

Lansing (Surrounding Area) Area Playgroup Play and engage with moms and kids in Lansing. Meet up to make new friends.

Moms of the Lansing/Grand Ledge areas This group does it all. They meet up with the kids and also get out on mom nights out.

2 – MomCo Groups

MomCo (formerly MOPS, Mothers of Preschoolers) meet up to enjoy food, speakers, events, and meeting other mom friends. Their kids program gives a chance for moms to connect while their kids are safe and having fun.

Fowlerville UB MomCo – Fowlerville Meetups

MomCo of Greater Lansing – Journey Life Church in Holt

The DeWitt MomCo – Redeemer Church in DeWitt

3 – Refresh and Women’s Groups

Looking for a church-based group to study, meet friends, and where your kids are safe and have fun too? If yes, these groups are for you.

Women’s Ministry at Riverview Church in Holt 

Tuesday Morning Refresh at South Church in Lansing – Childcare provided

Moms + Coffee One Church in Lansing – Children welcome

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4 – Family Resource Parenting Groups

Capitol Area Moms of Multiples Resources, support, and family outings for families with multiples.

Delta Waverly Le Leche League Breastfeeding resources and meetups.

Michigan Lansing Mission Mommas Moms and Dads of missionaries connect with others to share their stories and gain support from others.

Refugee Parent Group Resources for past or present refugee parents. Find activities, learning opportunities, mom meet up groups, mom nights out, and more.

Willow Tree Family Center Support, events, and resources for families from pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

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Share the Mom Group Love and Tell Others About These Groups

Do you know of someone who could use this list? Share it with a friend and spread the mom group love!

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Carla Brooks

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Carla is Oregon born, Michigan raised, so it comes as no surprise she's an avid adventurer in all things nature and water fun. She's passionate about storytelling and the power it has to engage the community, give voice to the teller, and invoke a call to action. She is a proud Mexican-American woman who loves to travel (while eating and cooking delicious foods from around the globe), is grateful for her daily yoga practice, and garners much joy from spending time with friends and family. Life is ripe with story and she is always working to capture the magic wherever she goes, so don’t be surprised if you catch her jotting notes with a camera in hand.

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