The 6-week new mom’s group led by Linda was absolutely amazing. It supported me through postpartum in ways I didn’t even know I needed. Having a safe space to talk openly and connect with other moms going through the same challenges brought me so much peace and sanity. The validation, encouragement, and friendships that came from this group are priceless.
So, so grateful I found the Chicago New Moms Group. It was exactly what I needed in this postpartum period — a reason to leave the house every week, the chance to practice taking my baby out and about, a supportive space to vent and learn, and most of all, the opportunity to meet other women going through the same thing as I am. Linda is an amazing facilitator, warm, open-minded, and incredibly knowledgeable. I can’t wait to keep meeting up with the moms from my group!
I’m so grateful I found this group. I originally signed up for the emails while I was pregnant and then forgot about it. When I came across it again around six weeks postpartum, I decided to join, and I am so glad I did. The group ran for six weeks and was incredibly validating and supportive. Postpartum was much harder and lonelier than I expected, and being surrounded by other moms in the exact same stage of life made such a difference. It helped me feel less alone and reassured me that what I was experiencing was normal. Linda was wonderful at facilitating the group. I really appreciated the balance of helpful psychoeducation with the flexibility to bring up whatever was coming up for us in the moment. It felt structured but not rigid, which was perfect. It also gave me a reason to get out of the house and connect with others during a time when that can feel especially hard. She also provided summary emails with resources after each group, which meant there was no pressure to take notes or remember everything (such a gift during the postpartum period). I’m still in a group chat with the moms I met, and love that we are all still connected. I highly recommend this group to anyone in the postpartum period who is looking for support, connection, and reassurance that they’re not alone.
There are not enough words to describe how amazing this organization is! I truly believe I’m a more confident and capable mother because of this group! I joined the session for first time mothers with a 6 week old and I was struggling to figure out so much of parenthood. This group was supportive, informative, fun, and provided me with the weekly routine of getting out. The knowledge I gained from our weekly discussions were insightful and real and having a group of mothers to share and commiserate and celebrate with was just what I needed. Linda was supportive and kind and real with us and provided phenomenal tips regarding all aspects of our new life! I couldn’t recommend this group more to all first time mothers. I look forward to connecting more with all the mothers I met and continuing these relationships moving forward!!!
Linda has so much knowledge and fosters such an amazing container for new moms and second time moms. She is such a great resource! I am still in contact with both of my groups (new moms and second time moms). The group has been a constant place for support, to ask questions to other moms, vent, and build friendships well after the sessions ended. I can't rave about it enough.
