Are you a new or expecting parent in Durham Region? The Parenting 101 - Durham Region MeetUp Group is a forum for new and expecting parents for support, friendship and family fun! Meet-ups include sampler classes such as fitness classes, nutrition, photography, babywearing, baby sign language, group discussions, social outings and more! Meetup membership is FREE, and all parents-to-be and parents of babies, toddler and preschool children living in Durham Region are welcome!

Are you a new or expecting parent in Toronto? The Parenting 101 - Toronto MeetUp Group is a forum for new and expecting parents for support, friendship and family fun! Meet-ups include sampler classes such as fitness classes, nutrition, photography, babywearing, baby sign language, group discussions, social outings and more! Meetup membership is FREE, and all parents-to-be and parents of babies, toddler and preschool children living in Toronto are welcome!

Come out and get active with your kids! There is nothing more rewarding then spending time with family. Kids are creative, full of energy, and love to explore so let's join them in their adventures! This group is for families (mom's, dad's, caregivers, grandparents) who are looking to participate in out of the ordinary activities. Crafts in the park, kite flying, day trips, hiking, biking, museums, music, parades, beach, BBQ's, campfires, camping, etc.  We will also use the calendar as a resourc …

Yes, it's true there are a lot of single parents out there! But where are they you ask?? We are here! Our group holds mainly low cost events in the GTA and Toronto. We get together with our kids to do fun things they enjoy with different activities for all ages. We also hold adult-only events without our kids as well (look out though we still like to talk about them a lot)! Our activities all depend on what our members want to do. People join this group for a variety of reasons, and many who are …

Studies show that when children learn and practice meditation, they begin to show a decrease in stress, anxiety, panic attacks, hyperactivity, and aggression. Not only are these “problem areas” addressed through mindfulness meditation techniques, but kids also show an increase in self-esteem, relaxation, memory, awareness, focus, creativity and a greater clarity in communication and decision-making.   The purpose of this group is to create a safe and encouraging environment for both kids and par …

Started by a group of parents who just liked to hang out with each other and their babies on Friday afternoons, the Little Portugal Neighbours Association (LPNA) hopes to bring more people together to share, learn and support one another in this vibrant, multicultural and intergenerational community. Together, we can ensure our community remains healthy and vibrant for future generations. The Association is made up of niche sub-groups that reflect the needs of the members like Family Get Togethe …

Welcome to Little Late Bloomers of Toronto and the GTA! This group is intended to help connect parents who, while actively involved in the development of their children, are also consciously choosing to let their kids grow at their own pace. Is your little one still attached to a favorite comfort item, co-sleeping or breastfeeding? Late potty training? Maybe you've opted to skip junior kindergarten so that you can spend another year together? Whatever the case, this group will give you an opport …

Since I gave birth to my son 3 and a half years ago, I've had a longing for us to live in a tribe. So, I started to look for others who wanted the same thing. I've been living in community now since 2009. I'm very new at it, but it is deeply fulfilling. I want to share visions of community/communal living with others. Things like sharing resources, co-parenting, growing intimacy and overcoming interpersonal conflict, creating a higher quality of life by pooling our resources, cooking, eating, ha …

… For more information about the Life With a Baby program, including workshops, seminars, parenting programs and daddy and me events please visit http://www.lifewithababy.com

CALLING ALL DOWNTOWN TORONTO MOMS AND DADS! We’re a group of neighbourhood moms and dads who get-together regularly for playdates and outings for our infants, toddlers and preschoolers.  If you are a family with young children, we’d love to meet you!   We have great team of volunteer organizers and we aim to find activities that are low-cost and local!Some of our activities centre around our neighbourhood (Trinity-Bellwoods), but other outings take us across the city. Our events include neighbo …

My name is Don Adams and I'm the Head of School at the YMCA Academy. We just started holding some new events for parents and other events for anyone in the community. They've been very well-received and we'd like for them to grow. So, under the umbrella of the "YMCA Academy Toronto Education Meetup Group," we'll host a variety of different meetups. We'll average one per month. Our school is known as Toronto's outstanding small high school for boys and girls with learning disabilities. Our locati …

The Richmond Hill Parent Connection provides a dynamic social experience for families with young children. We organize a multitude of playgroups, mom's nights out, guest speakers and family activities. Children activities include seasonal parties, story time yoga, play dates, park visits and so much more. We form various playgroups for children of similar ages and others of open play. Our members may meet at a parent's home or gather at a local park to enjoy the fun. We meet at fun children's pl …

This group is a place for all parents in the east end of Toronto. You do not need to live out here, but if you spend most of your time here, join us! A place for moms & dads to talk about whatever they want and plan outings that they are interested in... so, give your idea's for outings and let's meetup!

Have you ever read a parenting book with the hope of doing everything possible for your child and to improve your own parenting style, only to find that once you put it down you never follow it? Leslieville Psychotherapist Brian Baumal leads this Meetup for parents who want to take concrete actions to improve themselves and their children. Each month, participants read a book and come to discuss how they can implement what they have read with practical help and powerful advice tailored to eac …

A monthly lecture and group discussion lead by Sean Meggeson, Counsellor and Leadership Coach. Each group meeting will focus on one topic or area of parenting teens and will be introduced by Sean, followed by question-answer and group discussion in which participants can share their experiences and discuss what has worked and hasn’t. Sean has worked with hundreds of “problem” teens and concerned parents over the last 15 years and is known for working magic in reaching them and guiding them in ma …

… . :) The primary purpose of this group is to empower and inspire parents, teachers, and professionals in any field that enriches the lives of children and teens. Parenting and Teaching are, in my opinion, among the most important careers on this planet. Our kids are the future! This group is open to all those whose mission on this earth includes children and would like to bring healthy positive energy to each discussion.