Parenting Support Group

A support group for women who are pregnant or postpartum.

“The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new.” –Osho

Becoming a mother is wonderful, and it is also complicated. It is major identity shift in which the fantasy of motherhood meets the reality. It is a time when it is normal to experience a complex range of emotions, from joy to resentment, and sometimes all in the same day. Motherhood can create lasting bonds of friendship and it can also feel isolating. Fractured sleep and the 24/7 demands of infant can create tension, even within the strongest marriages.

All mothers can benefit from support as they adjust to life with a baby. Normalizing the temporary distress and conflicting feelings of new motherhood can mitigate some of the anxiety and challenging feelings that arise after having a baby.

Together, in a supportive environment we will develop tools for thriving, form relationships, build community & be our authentic selves. You are not alone.
Disclaimers and group rules:

  • This group is free, but registration is required.
  • This is a therapeutically focused support group and discussions are confidential.
  • This group is appropriate for mothers with post-partum mood disorders (PMD’s) such as anxiety and depression. But it is not limited to mothers experiencing PMD’s.
  • We all have different perspectives, beliefs and experiences. This is a safe space for all, and it is important that we respect the autonomy and integrity of others without judgement.

For information or questions or if you need support now, call Jennifer Hoover 970-493-7442 Or email hooverj@fcwc.com

Signing up for this support group doesn’t commit you to all the Monday sessions.  After you sign up, you will be in contacted with details and to choose the dates you would like to attend.

This group is not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment or medical help. Please consult your healthcare provider for medical advice or if you have questions regarding your health and well-being. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911 or go to the emergency room.

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline or call (833) 943-5746