This is a group for moms, dads, foster parents, guardians, anyone who holds a space in their lives and hearts for kids they care for... and it is also a connection for their kids! If you are committed to nurturing your family and self (spiritually, emotionally and physically), and are interested in parenting and self-care (Yoga, meditation, personal empowerment) classes, workshops and meetups in which child activities are also provided, we look forward to connecting with you and holding a specia …

Parents Without Partners is a non-profit organization for single parents and grandparents who want to participate in activities with their minor children or grandchildren, socialize with other singles with mutual interests and discuss topics of mutual interest. You should join this meetup to be informed about open meetings sponsored by PWP and be informed about orientations for perspective members.

This Gay and Lesbian family meetup is not only for bringing together our children, but to build friendships with other gay and lesbian parents in the Long Beach and surrounding areas. We are older parents with younger children, and hope to meet like minded people who desire to not only have "play dates" but also develop friendships amongst other gay and lesbian couples who are raising children. We are about picnics, outings, backyard bbq's, beach days, camping, and whatever else we come up with!

This group is designed to get together and share quality children's music. I am a music educator coming from LBUSD and am now a stay at home mom / local music educator. My passion is for young children, creating a love of music and developing musical competence through musical play. This is an opportunity to share music with your child and take that experience home with you to enjoy day in and day out.

The Greater Long Beach Food Allergy Support Network's mission is to provide a safe, nurturing community for children, caregivers, family members, and adults living with food allergies. We seek to provide encouragement to those newly diagnosed, and to those experienced in dealing with the day to day challenges of living well with food allergies. We meet monthly for discussion and support. We offer discussion groups, educational opportunities, social activities, moms nights out, and play dates for …

This meetup is for parents in the Long Beach/ Signal Hill area 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... not matter what. The purpose is to get the legal stuff in order for your loved ones. All those with young children who want to be smart!

As moms, it is important for us to have other mommy friends to share and have fun with, who understand what we are going through. Equally important is the chance for our children to socialize and play together. We are a diverse group of families with moms who bring many different learning experiences to the table. We have playgroups for our children, while us moms exchange advice and experiences, laugh, vent, snack, relax, and more! We meet for mommy & me at places such as the zoo, parks, malls, …

Meet with other local LGBT parents and their kids for fun and support. Pot Luck's, Picnics, activities, friendship, and volunteer opportunities. Lets get together and have some fun! Future parents, grandparents, and straight LGBT friendly folks are welcome :)- We are supported by the Long Beach, and L.A. LGBT Centers.

Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families and the professionals who can help them, allowing them to share stories and information to help improve the quality of life fo …

Inspired by my two sons, Lavelle and David to let them be boys and play . I want to encourage families to feel comfortable by being around other parents who understand the special circumstances while allowing the kids to have safe play . We meet at the park, play areas, and attend fun outings . Something wonderful about expressing your thoughts with someone who "gets it." While allowing physical fitness and community awareness, We want to unify to create ideas for more resources in Carson and ma …

Meet other local Long Beach Area Gay Dads and their families! Our kids will be able to interact with other families with gay dads. We'll have a chance to talk about the joys and challenges of parenting in general and we'll be able to share the unique experience of raising kids as gay dads. The goal is to keep the meetups informal and easy. We'll visit some great Greater Long Beach Area spots to go with the families... and even a few "Dads Night Out" events! Sign up today to get all the updates a …

This group is intended to bring families and children together that are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or have Cochlear Implants. It's a great place for parents to get support, create new friendships, exchange experiences and offer resource assistance to those just starting this journey. Inspired by my daughter's profound bilateral deaf diagnosis at age 1, I hope this group can bridge the gap between the hearing & deaf community. It all starts somewhere. Let's mingle and have some fun!

We are individuals who are working on improving our communication and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment that also have four-legged furred or feathered family members that we trade insights, stories and care-giving information on.

I want to create a group for first-time moms who have have asked themselves at one point or another: Do I even know what I'm doing? We can exchange tips, see what has worked and hasn't worked, and build friendships that will last a lifetime!

Transitions Support Group center was created to provide individuals with local, accessible, and affordable social support groups. We offer a variety of support groups and programs at our center in Long Beach. We believe that everyone should have access to social and emotional support regardless of income, medical insurance, or availability. We offer evening and weekend support group sessions to accommodate our clients' work schedules. Transitions' certified and knowledgeable staff is committed t …

Can't deal with the ex and/or having co-parenting issues? Want to make new friends and bond with other single, separated or divorced parents, blended families and their kids? With the emotional, physical and financial toll that often accompanies divorce, separation or having a child on your own, it's often tough being a single parent or in a blended family situation while trying to maintain your sanity. We can help each other out. Single Mamas and Papas (We are calling ourselves SMAPs) is a supp …

This is a group for families with toddlers who are interested in play dates, family fun, and a co-operative babysitting group. We will get together for affordable (or free) activities in our area. Some activities may include: story time at the local libraries, going to the beach/ park/ aquarium, play dates at the homes of members, mom's night out/ dad's night out, and anything else we can imagine! I started this group to make new friends and to find children around the same age to play with my s …

Therapeutic Mamma's is open to those planning to have children, those expecting children, and family's and care givers with children of all ages that meet regularly to share our passion for family.  We believe that every member and child has something unique to share. What each member of this group brings is their friendship, non-judgemental support, individual experiences, knowledge, resources, and skills sets. Utilizing our resources and skills, we provide opportunities to share our parenting …

Autism in Long Beach provides Free Resources, Events, Sibling Inclusion, Group Activities, & Support for Families on the Spectrum

Welcome to Great Educational Experiences (GEE!) Great Educational Experiences is for homeschoolers who want a safe, fun, and great learning experience for their homeschooled children. My wife and I have put together classes that we feel are exceptional learning opportunities for homeschoolers. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with many years of experience in the non-profit sector, I have created and directed many programs. Over time, I have developed a real skill of bringing together …

I started this group so I can find other parents who want to take their baby or toddler to new and exciting places to stimulate their growth and development. I figure it would be more fun to explore what Long Beach and the surrounding areas have to offer with other parents. This way the kids can socialize and the parents can share their experiences in various natural or culturally interesting settings. If you have a baby or toddler and are looking for adventure, join this group!

I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME Philippians 4:13 A N N O U N C I N G • • • SuperMoms – A New Single Mother’s Ministry A place for Single Moms to find encouragement, support, and challenges to grow.Fourth Saturday Morning: We meet the 4th Saturday of each month at 8:30am. Second Friday Evening:We meet the 2nd Friday for a time of fun and fellowship Every Sunday: • 8:15-8:45am Hot Breakfast for only $5 per family • 9-10am The Bridge Support Group There are weekly activities …

Yvonne & Friends Meetup Group was formed to provide safe and caring social activities for developmentally disabled adults and their families in the community. Our focus centers on replacing the social segregation and isolation that are experienced by some developmentally disabled. We will do this by providing wide-ranging activities that are designed to promote their independence. We also offer the opportunity to have fun with their friends and to make new ones. The entire family is urged to joi …

This group is for families that have children/adults living with autism. We've started this group to bring families together by having workshops, support meetings and events for families that have children with autism and their siblings. The typical community is also welcome to our events. This will provide everyone with the opportunity to socialize and learn from one another.

SOUTH BAY MAMAS GROUP HAS REACHED CAPACITY OF 70 MEMBERS. YOU MAY APPLY TO THE GROUP AND WILL BE PLACED ON OUR GROUP'S WAIT LIST. Once space is made available you will be contacted to set up an Intro Meetup/Meet & Greet. South Bay Mamas is a laid-back group of women and their children age infant to 5 years. Our goal as a group is to build long lasting friendships between the members and their children. We are nurturing, supportive, and drama free. We are all about having FUN! We have weekly sch …

Calling all BMi's! This is a group for African American mommies (or mommies of African American children) with babies from newborn - 18 months-ish. Let's get together for affordable activities in Long Beach and surrounding areas, like going to storytime at the library, having barbecues at the beach, and play dates at parks or in our homes. We can also have events just the ladies, like moms night-out, movies, dinner… and anything else that looks like fun!