Motherhood Circle
Motherhood circles are for moms to deepen connections with each other as we continue to shape our identities and raise our children. In these circles moms with young children explore modern-day motherhood, parenting with consciousness and intention, and support each other while building confidence in ourselves as mothers.
The circles include virtual or in-person meetings, activities and articles in-between sessions, and additional support in our online community (not on Facebook!) where you'll be able to connect with other moms near you or with the same age child(ren). Motherhood Circles are held throughout the year.
Pregnant? We'd love to have you in our Pregnancy Circle. Have a new baby? Please join us for a Mamas Circle!
The circles include virtual or in-person meetings, activities and articles in-between sessions, and additional support in our online community (not on Facebook!) where you'll be able to connect with other moms near you or with the same age child(ren). Motherhood Circles are held throughout the year.
Pregnant? We'd love to have you in our Pregnancy Circle. Have a new baby? Please join us for a Mamas Circle!
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Our circle is so wonderful. I don’t know what I’d do if we weren’t continuing it in the new year. It has been a lifeline of sanity for me for the past couple months. I wish that I had joined a group like this years ago. |
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This is a circle of intimacy, support, humor and honesty. |
Upcoming Motherhood Circles:
Motherhood Circle for Part Time Working Moms:
The Motherhood Circle for Part Time Working Moms is for moms who are working part-time outside the home (or from home!) to connect around navigating this unique role in-between full-time parent and full-time employee. We'll talk about how this impacts our identities, relationships with our partners, friends, and children, and our day-to-day lives. Monthly meetings will allow us time and space to connect deeply around a topic, and we'll continue to support each other between sessions as well.
Meets bi-weekly in-person (or on zoom) on Wednesdays from 12-1pm starting January 11
The Motherhood Circle for Part Time Working Moms is for moms who are working part-time outside the home (or from home!) to connect around navigating this unique role in-between full-time parent and full-time employee. We'll talk about how this impacts our identities, relationships with our partners, friends, and children, and our day-to-day lives. Monthly meetings will allow us time and space to connect deeply around a topic, and we'll continue to support each other between sessions as well.
Meets bi-weekly in-person (or on zoom) on Wednesdays from 12-1pm starting January 11
Weekly Motherhood Circle:
Join the Weekly Motherhood Circle to connect with other parents on a weekly basis. Most parents in this circle are full-time parents, working part-time outside the home, are in school, or have flexible hours if working full-time outside the home. Moms are welcome to come on your own or bring your babies, toddlers, and young children to play together (or, more likely, just take each other's snacks & toys!) while parents connect during facilitated sessions.
Meets weekly in person (or on zoom) on Tuesdays from 12-1pm starting January 10
Join the Weekly Motherhood Circle to connect with other parents on a weekly basis. Most parents in this circle are full-time parents, working part-time outside the home, are in school, or have flexible hours if working full-time outside the home. Moms are welcome to come on your own or bring your babies, toddlers, and young children to play together (or, more likely, just take each other's snacks & toys!) while parents connect during facilitated sessions.
Meets weekly in person (or on zoom) on Tuesdays from 12-1pm starting January 10
Motherhood Circle for Toddler Moms:
If you're over a year into motherhood, please join us for the Motherhood Circle for Toddler Moms where we'll connect around being the mom to a toddler (or two!) and how it affects our identities, relationships, and more. Toddlers are curious, fun, and their personalities are really starting to emerge - which can be amazing to witness as a parent but also challenging to navigate as their (and our) needs have changed so much since the early days. This circle is for moms of at least one child age 1-3 years old.
Meets bi-weekly on zoom on Wednesdays from 12-1pm starting January 4
If you're over a year into motherhood, please join us for the Motherhood Circle for Toddler Moms where we'll connect around being the mom to a toddler (or two!) and how it affects our identities, relationships, and more. Toddlers are curious, fun, and their personalities are really starting to emerge - which can be amazing to witness as a parent but also challenging to navigate as their (and our) needs have changed so much since the early days. This circle is for moms of at least one child age 1-3 years old.
Meets bi-weekly on zoom on Wednesdays from 12-1pm starting January 4
Motherhood: Redefined:
We know you feel overwhelmed. No matter how much you do, it doesn't feel like enough. You and your burnout are invisible to the world, where there’s too much judgement and not enough connection. Let’s change that. In this community we value interdependence over independence. Join us to redefine motherhood for yourself and your family in a welcoming and inclusive space. We will be real, creative, and messy as we gather to explore what motherhood means to us.
We know you feel overwhelmed. No matter how much you do, it doesn't feel like enough. You and your burnout are invisible to the world, where there’s too much judgement and not enough connection. Let’s change that. In this community we value interdependence over independence. Join us to redefine motherhood for yourself and your family in a welcoming and inclusive space. We will be real, creative, and messy as we gather to explore what motherhood means to us.
We offer sliding scale fees as well as scholarships for all of our circles and programs.
We strive to host circles that are inclusive, accessible spaces for all mama-identifying people, including those with disabilities, to engage in. If you have an accessibility need please mention it in the form below and we'll follow up with you directly.
We strive to host circles that are inclusive, accessible spaces for all mama-identifying people, including those with disabilities, to engage in. If you have an accessibility need please mention it in the form below and we'll follow up with you directly.
Motherhood Circles start throughout the year. If you are interested in a future circle, please submit the form below and we'll be in touch to confirm your interest and include you in our next circle. On a mobile device? Complete the mobile-friendly form here.
Motherhood Circle FAQ
Who can join?
We welcome ALL moms and embrace diversity in background, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, etc. Motherhood Circles are open to moms with young children. The groups are sometimes age or stage specific but if not they are open to all and are usually a good mix of new and veteran mamas - first-time, second-time or moms with many more children are welcome.
How many people will be in my circle? What will they be like?
Each circle will have between 4-8 moms. We're settling into parenting but still have lots of questions, want to parent with consciousness and intention, and be part of a community. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with other moms on our online community.
Where do we meet?
We are currently offering circles virtually on zoom and in-person in Silver Spring, MD. Please note, we require adult participants to be fully vaccinated to attend in-person circles.
What do we talk about during the sessions?
In our weekly meetings everyone checks in and then we have a topic each week for discussion - the topics are decided by the group at the beginning of the session. Previous topics have included everything from body image to grandparent relationships, parenting styles, the mental load of motherhood, and so much more.
Will I get anything out of this group if I choose to attend virtually?
Yes! You'll get to connect with other moms on a weekly basis from the comfort of your own home. In our current groups some of the moms are meeting up for physically distant walks and everyone is in touch in-between sessions, others are simply keeping the connections virtual.
Are all of the participants from the DC area?
Most of the moms in the group are in the DC area but not all. Since we've gone virtual we've had moms join our circles from New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, California, and other states.
What makes the Motherhood Circle different from other moms groups?
Motherhood Circles are truly community-inspired! Moms and older babies are invited to share on a weekly or monthly basis, with the focus on building friendships, finding and providing support, and building our village. These groups allow moms to connect, explore our shifting identities, go deeper into how to navigate the changing relationships in our lives, and truly share with others who are in it with you.
Why should I join?
Modern-day parenting is exhausting and often incredibly lonely. We're here to bring back essential connections, talk about our under-valued role in society, and really be there for each other.
Can I drop-in to one week or start mid-session?
We don't have drop-ins - each week we get to know each other a little better and share the details of our lives and it's not conducive to have moms just come for a session or two. The positive part of this is when everyone commits to the group it creates a really wonderful and supportive place to return to.
What if I am going to miss a week? Is there a way to make-up?
Due to the session/cohort model there are no make-ups.
What if I changed my mind? Can I get a refund?
Full refunds (minus a processing fee) are available up to one week ahead of the circle start date. Cancellations between one week and the start of the circle receive a 50% refund. No refunds are available after the circle start date.
Can I give the Motherhood Circle as a gift?
Absolutely! It's a wonderful alternative to more "stuff." Simply contact us and we'll provide you with a personalized gift certificate.
Have another question? Please contact us.
We welcome ALL moms and embrace diversity in background, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, etc. Motherhood Circles are open to moms with young children. The groups are sometimes age or stage specific but if not they are open to all and are usually a good mix of new and veteran mamas - first-time, second-time or moms with many more children are welcome.
How many people will be in my circle? What will they be like?
Each circle will have between 4-8 moms. We're settling into parenting but still have lots of questions, want to parent with consciousness and intention, and be part of a community. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with other moms on our online community.
Where do we meet?
We are currently offering circles virtually on zoom and in-person in Silver Spring, MD. Please note, we require adult participants to be fully vaccinated to attend in-person circles.
What do we talk about during the sessions?
In our weekly meetings everyone checks in and then we have a topic each week for discussion - the topics are decided by the group at the beginning of the session. Previous topics have included everything from body image to grandparent relationships, parenting styles, the mental load of motherhood, and so much more.
Will I get anything out of this group if I choose to attend virtually?
Yes! You'll get to connect with other moms on a weekly basis from the comfort of your own home. In our current groups some of the moms are meeting up for physically distant walks and everyone is in touch in-between sessions, others are simply keeping the connections virtual.
Are all of the participants from the DC area?
Most of the moms in the group are in the DC area but not all. Since we've gone virtual we've had moms join our circles from New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, California, and other states.
What makes the Motherhood Circle different from other moms groups?
Motherhood Circles are truly community-inspired! Moms and older babies are invited to share on a weekly or monthly basis, with the focus on building friendships, finding and providing support, and building our village. These groups allow moms to connect, explore our shifting identities, go deeper into how to navigate the changing relationships in our lives, and truly share with others who are in it with you.
Why should I join?
Modern-day parenting is exhausting and often incredibly lonely. We're here to bring back essential connections, talk about our under-valued role in society, and really be there for each other.
Can I drop-in to one week or start mid-session?
We don't have drop-ins - each week we get to know each other a little better and share the details of our lives and it's not conducive to have moms just come for a session or two. The positive part of this is when everyone commits to the group it creates a really wonderful and supportive place to return to.
What if I am going to miss a week? Is there a way to make-up?
Due to the session/cohort model there are no make-ups.
What if I changed my mind? Can I get a refund?
Full refunds (minus a processing fee) are available up to one week ahead of the circle start date. Cancellations between one week and the start of the circle receive a 50% refund. No refunds are available after the circle start date.
Can I give the Motherhood Circle as a gift?
Absolutely! It's a wonderful alternative to more "stuff." Simply contact us and we'll provide you with a personalized gift certificate.
Have another question? Please contact us.