Support Groups
We’re the first to say it takes a village. Explore our specialized Support Groups catering to pregnancy and parenthood. You’re not alone — we’ve got you!
Our Services
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Pregnancy Circle
A chance for a small group of pregnant people to gather in community, conversation, support and friendship.
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Vermamas
A monthly support group for anyone who identifies as a mama and is in their first year of motherhood when the program begins.
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Vermamas 2.0
A second iteration designed exclusively for mothers who have recently welcomed another child into their lives.
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Free Perinatal One-On-One Support
With partnership from Building Bright Futures, we are offering free, one-on-one support for anyone navigating pregnancy or the postpartum period.
Pregnancy Circle
Pregnancy Circle
Tuesdays | Biweekly | 6:15-7:30PM
Mondays | Biweekly | 5:30-6:45PM
Pregnancy Circle is a safe space for pregnant persons to foster connections and seek support.
This series offers laughter, bonding opportunities and fresh and honest perspective on pregnancy and birth-related topics.
$190, every other Tuesday for 6 sessions. On the off-weeks, enjoy our Tuesday 5 pm yoga class for FREE as a perk!
This series takes place at our Richmond Wellness studio, 53 Railroad Street.
Feel free to bring dinner or snacks!
We recognize that there are many ways to bring a baby into a family and that this pregnancy circle is not inclusive to all soon-to-be-parents. If you are welcoming a baby into the world through surrogacy or adoption, we would love for you to join our community in our free weekly walks or hikes or in any of our yoga/fitness classes.
Vermamas
VerMamas
One evening a month | 6 month series
Next series begins May 2025
Having a baby transforms our lives in the most amazing, unpredictable, and challenging ways. Even in the best of times, there is not a lot of support during the postpartum period. VerMamas is a safe, supportive space to talk about the realities of motherhood and to navigate the joys, challenges, and big emotions – all while building an incredible community of mamas to journey alongside.
6 month program for $190
Topics include:
What support looks like
Relationships with self, partners, and baby
Sex after baby
Work/life balance, career transitions, and stay-at-home motherhood
Surviving vs. thriving
Body image and body autonomy
Feeding and sleeping
Cultural messages and ideas on motherhood
Parenting philosophies and values
Goals and dreams
VerMamas is for anyone who identifies as a mama and is in their first year of motherhood when the program begins. This group is just for you, please come without your baby. VerMamas is facilitated by Claire Giblin or Marion Pope, LCMHC.
This in-person session takes place at GROW Wellness Center, 37 Lincoln Street, Essex Junction VT
Vermamas 2.0
VerMamas 2.0: Second Chapter
3rd Thursday of every month, 6PM-8PM
This empowering 6-month series is crafted to provide a nurturing space for mamas who have welcomed another baby into their family in the past year.
Join a community of like-minded mothers as we delve into the heart of motherhood's second chapter.
Each month, we'll explore different facets of your evolving identity, addressing the profound changes that come with expanding your family. From redefining your roles within the household to understanding the intricate balance of parenting multiple children, this group aims to foster a sense of camaraderie and understanding.
Through shared experiences and expert-led discussions, you'll gain the tools needed to navigate this unique phase of motherhood with confidence.
6 month program for $190
VerMamas 2.0 takes place at GROW Wellness Center, 37 Lincoln Street, Essex Junction VT
"Second Chapter Sisters" isn't just a support group; it's a commitment to self-discovery. Discover practical tips on carving out essential 'me time' while still fulfilling your responsibilities. Together, we'll navigate the intricacies of your new reality, offering valuable insights and strategies for maintaining a sense of self amidst the beautiful chaos of motherhood.
NICU MEETUP
FREE Community Support in Partnership with Building Bright Futures
Mondays & Fridays 9:00am-12:00pm
Thursdays 11:00am-1:00pm
FREE Online or In-Person Perinatal Support
One of GROW's missions as a local business is to bridge the gap between medical care and holistic wellness regardless of ability to pay. We're taking this mission head-on in 2025 by working with local providers to offer FREE perinatal education and emotional support.
The educators from GROW at Maitri offer free consults to all OB and midwife patients (not just Maitri patients) as a way to ensure holistic, personalized care and support as you GROW your family - bridging your medical care with emotional, educational and wellness care. These 20-30 minute sessions can be in person or online.
Topics include:
PHYSICAL SUPPORT
Address common aches and pains and learn tools to manage discomfort.
Receive personalized recommendations for gentle exercises and stretches.
EMOTIONAL
Talk through your feelings and experiences in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Gain coping strategies for stress and anxiety.
EDUCATIONAL
Get answers to your questions about labor, birth, and postpartum recovery.
Learn practical tips for a smoother labor and delivery process
Home-cooked Meals For Families with Babies in the NICU
As a part of our ongoing NICU grant-based project, GROW also offers weekly home-cooked meals and trauma-informed hospital based support for NICU families during their baby’s stay at the University of Vermont Medical Center. These meals and one-on-one support helps families in a way that medical staff from UVM are not able to provide support. Providing a home-cooked meal allows us to begin a conversation about either/both the highs or lows that they faced navigating the NICU experiences, helps families process their birth stories, and share community resources that might be available.
Interested in supporting?
Our grant DOES NOT COVER THE PURCHASE OF INGREDIENTS to cook for these NICU families. The grant does cover her time and the support she offers, but the meals are the driver of the conversations and the most important part of our weekly connection at UVMMC.
To keep the meals going, we need to crowdsource for our ingredients. If this project speaks to you, please consider making a donation to support our 2025 NICU meals!
