We developed the Build Your Village Series as a space to allow parents to build their village within their community. Parents will be introduced to other parents in their area as well as be connected with additional community supports and services. The Build Your Village Series is not a typical parents' group. Although we will look at some baby related topics, this series was designed to be about you. We will travel together through the lived experience of parenthood – the joys and wonder, but also through the hard stuff. Each week, we will discuss meaningful topics and have time to socialize and get to know other parents in the community.

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When we asked parents what they needed in the early months of parenthood, one of the best responses we heard was “I needed a hug. Someone to say I was rocking it and that’s how it is to be a Mom. That I had it together even though my house looked like a tornado had run through it and my pants were on backwards”. This is what this series is designed to be. A time where we can focus on You – as a person and as a parent. A place to find support with other like-minded parents as you journey through your new life.

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Each session runs for 6 weeks. Each week we will explore a topic relevant to your stage in the parenting journey and connect with each other through open and honest conversation. 

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Whether you birthed your baby or if your baby came to your family though adoption or surrogacy, this group series will provide you with information to help guide your instincts and provide you with the space to meet other moms/primary caregivers in your community! 

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All groups take place at Parenting From Within, located at 16945 Leslie St. Unit 3 in Newmarket. 

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The investment for all groups is $35 per session ($210 for all 6 weeks). The cost may be covered by extended health care benefits under Psychotherapy. Please check with your individual plan.