Hey, nothing wrong with what our parents did - they raised us and we turned out all right. But we have to prepare our kids for a world our parents never dreamed of. And to do that, we're going to have to bone up on some advanced leadership skills, some 21st Century parenting tricks of the trade. I'm Beth Proudfoot, a local Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with young children, and a parenting expert for the last 20 years. This Meetup is about a parenting class I'll be giv …

If you're looking for a club where both mom and dad can go to meet other parents while your kids play together, then this is the right club for you!  And best of all, membership in this club is free! Some family meetup groups are exclusive, but this club is all-inclusive and the whole family is invited to show up to events. Single parents and SAHMs and SAHDs are also welcome.  We plan on keeping the group small enough so that parents can get to know each other and be able to form close friends …

Let's get together and have fun, share experiences, and make friends with other parents in the South Bay who are in their 20s and 30s. We'll have BBQs, playdates, recipe exchanges and clothing swaps, and we'll try to exercise. This is a group where parents can come together and give each other support, be active and laugh together while letting our kids play. We'll get together during the day and sometimes in the evening. The group is open to moms and dads, so it's not just a moms' group. We'll …

This Meetup is for parents in theSilicon Valley who want the straight scoop on the legal planning they should have in place to make sure their kids and money are taken care of by the people they want in the way they want ... no matter what. Based on the book "Wear Clean Underwear! A Fast, Fun, Friendly - and Essential - Guide to Legal Planning for Busy Parents" this is where parents can get the information they need as easily as possible. If you have not already named legal guardians for y …

Meet friendly East Bay parents that share comfort in similar cultural backgrounds. Our members are from all over Asia and the pacific rim. However, we welcome everyone! It's a wonderful opportunity to socialize with other parents, build lasting friendships and have a fun time with your little one. We have a calendar full of family-friendly, enriching events. We serve the East Bay/Tri-Valley area with boundaries of: Walnut Creek, Lamorinda in the north Castro Valley in the west Pleasanton in th …

As a prior owner of a Kindergarten Preparatory program fo rmore than 20 years, my mission was to assist children ages 2-5 to enter kindergarten with a solid foundation. Giving children skills necessary to excel to their full academic potential. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *JUMP * GIGGLE * FOCUS * BRAIN STORMING * LEAPING * *BALANCE * DANCE * SING * CREATIVE THINKING * *LAUGHING * LOGIC SKILLS * RELAY RACES * IMAGINATION * OBSERVATION * WIGGLE RACES * MEMORY GAMES * *EARLY READING GAM …

This is a group for anyone wanting to gain support and improve their parenting skills. I am a parent, former elementary school teacher, certified Positive Discipline Coach and Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (#62478). I run an ongoing parenting support group sponsored by the Process Therapy Institute in Los Gatos. Anyone is allowed to participate, but it is geared towards people that take the 7-week Positive Discipline Class I offer. Next Class begins April 17th at 6:30 and meets every Tues …

PARENT + ENTREPRENEUR + WORK-AT-HOME-PARENT (WAHP) = YOU!!!This group was formed to create camaraderie and long lasting professional and personal friendships amongst us home-based Parent Entrepreneurs.Being a parent is challenging; running a home-based business around your family exacerbates that challenge. We are the C.E.O's (where "E" is "Everything") of our work and home life, which are constantly melded together.We are a unique crowd. We are our own individual resource center. We are a ble …

This group was created for South Bay parents who share similar cultural backgrounds. Although this group is intended for multi-cultural Asian American families with small children, we welcome those that have an interest in Asian culture and in creating a comfortable social environment. We also welcome full time working moms and dads who have not been able to locate a group that's suits their schedules.  The goal for this group is for both working and stay at home moms to be able to socialize any …

Our members primarily live in the Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, San Leandro, or Hayward area, but not exclusively. If you have an infant, toddler, or young preschooler, and are looking for a great playgroup for both you and your child to make lasting friendships, then this is the group for you. From walks at local parks to meet ups at kid-friendly businesses in the area, to play dates and play group activities like Toddler-Art and climbing on Park play structures, this group's goal is to help our …

StrollerFriends is a group of moms from your area who are seeking a social group that is health-minded. Weekly play dates allow parents to regularly meet and discuss what’s on your minds while allowing your children to get in some fun playtime. We are powered by Baby Boot Camp and getting resources from Earth's Best!

Meet with local parents of 5-10 year olds who are interested in socializing with the kids along. This group is for active kids and parents who likes to meet for fun activities together with kids. There will be outdoor activities, potlucks and movies that both kids and parents will enjoy. There will be also some nights that moms will get a chance to have a mom's night out/in and there will events just for daddy's night out/in too. Pls. always be responsible on your RSVP's for this will give me …

Fremont Friends Playgroup exists to bring together parents of children under 5 who do best in small group settings. We see each other routinely and encourage regular participation to form strong bonds with other members. Because of the nature of the group, we will have a maximum of 35 members at any given time. Our regular events take place in Fremont, on Tuesday & Thursday mornings and Friday afternoons. We meet at the park, member homes, the library, and local kid-friendly businesses.

Plum Mom's Club of Fremont-Milpitas is for moms who want to be healthy, happy role models for their children in the Fremont, Newark, Union City, and Milpitas area! As moms ourselves, we understand that life is about finding balance while nurturing our minds, spirits and bodies. The events posted on this meetup are meant to keep our parents informed of upcoming Play Groups, Mom's Night Outs, and special Stroller Strides classes. You may attend any or all events...the more the merrier! Plum Mom's …

This playgroup is for nature lovers with children who want to meet and make friends with other families while camping, hiking and enjoying playdates. When you request to join, plan on being ACTIVE in the group by coming out at least once a month. I also encourage you to check out our members' profiles and reach out to members you think you have something in common with. Most events take place in natural areas surrounding San Jose. Meetups are frequently scheduled in San Jose, the Santa Cruz Moun …

We are a small group of local Moms Offering Moms Support. We are a chapter of the International MOMS Club®, a non-profit organization aimed at providing support for mothers. Moms with any age children (or even those expecting their first) are welcome, though our activities are aimed primarily at infant, toddler, and preschool age children. We also maintain contact through an email group. Our group ranges in size, but is generally about 35 people, which allows for members to make connections with …