Queer Prenatal Support Groups?

I'm looking for a queer centered prenatal group for my second pregnancy. The first time around it just wasn't the best fit for my partner and me. We're hoping for a little education but mostly community in a queer prenatal group. Any leads?

Jun 1, 2017

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Queer Prenatal Support Groups? (Jun 1, 2017)

Hi,

Have you looked into the services of Meghan Lewis?  She is the founder of the LGBTQ Perinatal Wellness Associates (http://www.lgbtqperinatalassociates.com) and also runs support groups in Oakland at Then Comes Baby.  Here is her website:  http://www.meghanlewisphd.com/

There is also a wonderful non-profit called Our Family Coalition, which might have what you are looking for:  http://www.ourfamily.org/family-support/playgroups

Best wishes!

Jun 7, 2017
RE:
Queer Prenatal Support Groups? (Jun 1, 2017)

Hi,

You might want to check out Rebecca Plum www.hearthstonemidwifery.com as well as Megan Lewis www.meghanlewisphd.com and see if either of them may have groups that would be a good fit. They may be able to recommend other resources if they don't have any current groups.

Jun 7, 2017
RE:
Queer Prenatal Support Groups? (Jun 1, 2017)

Hey y'all, 

After doing a little more research I found that Pacifica Family Maternity Center is about to have a queer group pop-up. Found this info in the Queer Mamas group I'm apart of! If anyone knows of any others, let me know. <3

"We are excited to open up our Queer Group to the larger community! We have many topics specific to LGBTQI conception, pregnancy, and parenting.

This is a donation-based group to serve our greater community. If you are interested in joining the group, please fill out our survey. 

Please share this information with your communities!
Warmly,
The Pacifica Team
http://www.pacificamaternity.com"

Jun 8, 2017
RE:
Queer Prenatal Support Groups? (Jun 1, 2017)

I believe Then Comes Baby had a queer prenatal group, but I'm not seeing it listed anymore on their site. They do a have a second time moms group though...

Janaki at Loving Arms Childbirth Services came highly recommended though I did not end up taking any classes with them. 

You may want to check in with these organizations and see if they have any recommendations based on your needs.

Good luck to you and your family!

Jun 8, 2017