Friday mornings: pēpi born Sep 2023-Feb 2024

Nau mai, haere mai.

The Imperfect Parents' Group - for parents of pēpi born (approx) September 2023-February 2024. The age range is a rough guide so send me a message if you're unsure.

• Friday mornings 10am-12pm(ish...)
• 9th Feb - 12th Apr (excl. Easter Friday). 9 Sessions in total for the term.
• Cost: $250 for the term. Koha spaces available.
• Facilitated by Sophie Moskowitz.

Enrolment in the group also includes access to:

• WhatsApp group for ongoing support
• Imperfect Parents' Nature Playgroup for the discounted price of $5/session
• Imperfect Parents community events
• Access to the private Imperfect Parents' Facebook group

The group is open to all parents, regardless of gender, or how many other children you have, and is designed for you to attend with your baby.

If you have heard that parenting is easier with a village, but weren't sure where to find it, this is the place. This is the baby group that has been set up with the wellbeing of parents in the forefront, because we know that social support is crucial for easing parents' feelings of isolation, and increasing their confidence and enjoyment in their role!

The Imperfect Parents' Group is a safe, non-judgmental space for conversation, vulnerability, and connection. Simple conversation starters and gently-guided facilitation means that discussions get to the nitty-gritty deep topics much more quickly than the awkward small talk that can happen on the sidelines of other 'baby activity' groups, and every one has an opportunity to talk. Discussions are guided by the needs of the group members on the day, rather than following a set 'curriculum', which means that information, support and advice is relevant to what attendees are going through right then and there.

Sessions will explore topics like shifts in identity, learning to trust yourself and your baby, responsive parenting and what this really means, navigating information overwhelm, parent wellbeing, relationship shifts, sleep, feeding, and so much more!

Previous attendees have said:

"I have found my village! My confidence in my ability to be a mum and trust my own gut has grown tremendously."

"I have gained so much! Camaraderie, support, confidence, a safe space to vent. Have really loved having a safe and welcoming space to meet other parents and babies."

"I have gained so much from your beautiful group. In the first instance: a village. The sharing of knowledge, or rising to the occasion for each other when moments hit hard, to the wisdom that comes out of sharing. It has deeply enriched my life and I would go as far as to say it has directly contributed to me feeling as though I have had the best year of my life. What a gift."

Once you have registered online, please deposit $250 payment to:  

S F Moskowitz 38-9003-0425902-07

Reference: your name and which group you're registering for

If finances are a barrier at all, please get in touch. There are koha spaces available, which means you give only what you can afford - the aim is for these groups to be accessible to absolutely everyone who would like to be there!

Any questions please email me: sophiefm@gmail.com