If you're facing alienation from your child(ren) you don't have to go it alone. The group was created for parents, step-parents and family members who are victims of the abuse parental alienation. It is a place where people can come together to share or listen, as well as receive resources. While not everyone wants or needs support beyond that offered by family and friends, you may find it helpful to turn to others outside your immediate circle. This support group can help you cope better and fe …

Welcome to a wonderful book club dedicated to learning, growing and sharing about the parenting adventure. Hosted by Lisa Smith and Hawthorne Montessori School. Open to all interested parents in the Austin area. We will meet once a month and discuss a different book or article relating to parenting. It's a great way to build your community and support in your effort to be the best parent you can be.

We are eager to meet with other Central Austin families with babies born in 2010 and 2011. We look forward to exchanging stories, helpful hints, experiences as well as having play dates. If you are centrally located, join our group. We will have a mix of week day meet-ups and weekend meet-ups so that working parents are included in the group.

This Meetup Group is a friendly social network for single-parents in the Austin area. The focus of our group is to support and respect each other through positive interactions and appreciation for our shared experiences. Our Parent-Children activities include play dates, story times, festivals, children's theatre, in-home gatherings, kid shows, etc. Adult Meetups range from concerts to game nights and museum exhibits to happy hours. The events are as diverse as the personalities within the gr …

This group is open to all parents who have a child attending Primavera Montessori School. I thought this would be an easy way to get together during the summer for all different types of fun!

I'm a psychotherapist and host free information and discussion meetings in my office on Monday evenings regarding resources related to the topics below and emotional well-being. Parents are invited to get to know each other and connect around shared experiences. I answer questions and share information about psychology, parenting and counseling as it seems useful. 1st Monday of the month: Working Mothers of Young Children (Ages 0-7) 2nd Monday of the month: Parenting After Divorce 3rd Monday of …

My name is Joey, and I'm the campus director of the new Children's Courtyard preschool at Anderson Mill & Hwy. 183. We're a private preschool with programs available for children age 6 months to 13 years. As a way of introducing ourselves to the community, we're planning lots of fun family-friendly events at our campus, and we'd love to have you join us! You don't have to attend our school to be a part of the fun - bring the kiddos, come out to one of our free events, and have fun!

… This group is inclusive of all parents but all must be tolerant of all parents because...  I want my child to grow and know families of all types. I want him to know other children his own age and I want him to see how important friendship is. The purpose of this group is to meet, to interact, to experience and to make memories. It doesn’t matter if you’re shy, new to Austin, been here forever, have tons of friends or have no friends or are simply looking for more activities, this group is inclu …

… Are you a member of the "sandwich generation" - squeezed between raising children and care-giving responsibilities for your elderly parents, in-laws, or other elderly loved ones? Are care-giving responsibilities, such as managing parental finances, maintaining their home, supervising their medications and doctor visits, etc, taxing your energies and peace of mind? Are you dealing with unwanted issues of sadness or upset concerning your parent? Do you have overwhelming feelings of guilt because y …

A fun, positive group providing support for Moms and Dads of children with Autism. You are not alone! Gain resources, insights and friends who can relate to your situation. An opportunity for parents to associate with similar families. A relaxed forum for informative conversation about the joys, trials and tribulations of raising a child on the spectrum.   This is a parent led play group for boys and girls AGES 4-12 on the higher functioning end of the spectrum, PDD, aspergers, etc. This grou …

We are a diverse group of parents and parents-to-be who gather to share information, experiences and joy in the hopes of nurturing our families, each other and our community. We recognize each parent's unique journey and welcome all beliefs and backgrounds. There will be a variety of events, speakers and opportunities to connect. Please share any ideas or needs you have. Join Us! We look forward to meeting up with you!

Music Together classes at Velocity Music Academy in Cedar Park give children and caregivers a chance to share meaningful, fun musical experiences together. They can also provide a community for new moms, dads, and young ones to get plugged into. Whether new to the area or new to parenting, Music Together classes can help you settle right in and have a lot of fun while doing it! Music Together classes are for caregivers of all ages and children from infancy to age 5. During our fun-filled 45 minu …

Support group for parents who have lost a child due to disability or illness, although any grieving parent is welcome. I decided to start this group because I have lost a child to a long term fatal illness. I know what it is like to live next to a hospital bed and to have people think you are a nurse from all the knowledge you have gained and now have no need to use it on a daily basis. When my son passed in April 1997 I was lucky enough to have found a group just like this. It was so amazing to …

The Austin Adoption Group is a social meetup providing friendship and support to adoptive parents, waiting parents and extended adoptive families. We also welcome adoptees and birth parents who positively support adoption. Again our main goal is to provide safe and friendly get-togethers as a social support network. This is not meant to be a therapeutic group...it is just about fun and socializing with other adoptive families. Tell a friend!

This is a support group for families in Austin, TX with a child (18 or younger) who has OCD. Meetings are for both parents and kids though we will typically meet separately. Group provides a place for kids to meet each other and see that they are not alone. We also provide a safe place for parents to discuss their experiences and get help and support from each other.

This is a group for Austin's Hip or not so hip mamas with a holistic slant. I envision connecting like minded mams in order to build community. There is a plan to have expert guest speakers and discussions that will enable mamas to explore their natural parenting and find support for parenting concerns.