Imperfect Parents : Westmere : Fri

Service Description

REGISTRATIONS currently ONLY OPEN TO PARENTS WHO ATTENDED TERM 1 The Imperfect Parents' Group - for parents of pēpi born (approx) October 2024 - Feb 2025. Age range is rough guide. Friday mornings 10-12pm 2nd May - 27th June (excl Matariki). 8 Sessions total. West End Lawn Tennis Club. Facilitated by Kate Kemble. We value equity pricing and accessibility, so have left pricing open for you to decide how much to pay: $250, $200, $120 (The higher amounts help us cover admin, facilitation, food & venue costs) You can also pay in instalments - enter the amount you can pay now and pay the remainder before the course begins. Enrolment in the group also includes access to: WhatsApp group for ongoing support Imperfect Parents' Nature Playgroup for the discounted price of $5/session 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. 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 everyone 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."