If you are looking for education and support for new and expecting parents, this list is sorted by areas of the metro. It may be good to check a couple of different areas, to find the closest location(s) to you. For resources specific to parents of color, click here. For rural area resources, check out our virtual resources below, or click here for additional options.
Everyday Miracles- Core Doula Program
Our Core Doula Program connects Everyday Miracles doulas, who have made a commitment to working with low-income families, with pregnant people who are interested in doula support. We are able to provide these services because of the Minnesota Doula Bill, which requires Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) to cover doula services provided by certified doulas. You will also be eligible to attend classes for either zero out-of-pocket cost or at a significantly discounted rate. Click the link above for details.
Shalom Baby
Shalom Baby welcomes families of newborns and babies, up to age 2, to the Jewish community. Families with newborns are invited to our community baby showers to meet other families and receive free goodie bags and a subscription to PJ Library. Also join us for Circle Time (currently virtual), an activity group with music, shakers, storytime, tumble time, yoga, massage and parachute play. Carrie Fink, 952-417-2139 | cfink@jfcsmpls.org
Amma Parenting Center
952-926-BABY
Prenatal, new parent, infant sleep, online learning, playgroups, breastfeeding help, events and workshops.
Holistic Moms Nework– Twin Cities Chapter (currently meeting virtually)
Our chapter is a diverse group of holistic moms and we welcome all area moms (and dads) with an interest in holistic health and green living. Our chapter during non-Covid times, meets the third Wednesday of the month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at LIV Chiropractic – 7129 France Avenue South, Edina, MN 55435. Currently we are holding all of our chapter meetings via Zoom. In addition to our monthly topic meetings, which are open to the public, we have moms nights out, playdates, book club and additional get-togethers throughout the month for members only. Please check our calendar or Facebook page for more information.
Welcome Baby Care
952-942-5676
New parent education, adoptive infant parenting classes, breastfeeding education, sleep consultation, lactation counseling, events and workshops.
ECFE- New Parent Connection Group
While we continue on in this unprecedented time, ECFE support services for new parents has moved online! We have a number of virtual opportunities for you to connect with our ECFE Infant Specialist to receive support and guidance as you become accustomed to your new parenting role. Register for New Parent Connection here.
• New Parent Connection, birth-3 months, Virtual Zoom Class, Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
• New Parent Connection, 4-12 months, Virtual Zoom Class, Tuesdays 4:15 – 5:15p.m.
• Baby Virtual Home Visits, birth-age 2, as requested
For further information about Virtual Support Services for new parents, please email our ECFE Infant Specialist, Kathy Morris at kmorris@sowashco.org or for general inquiries, please call Brenda Griffin at 651-425-2701
These resources will support new and expectant parents in their homes. Visit site for specific details.
Family Spirit
A free peer educator program providing support for American Indian mothers and parents of children ages 3 and under. While this program has a large focus on the baby, it also helps families adjust to the new life of being parents. This program consists of regular home visits that can occur in the home or wherever the parents feel comfortable. The visits generally last one hour and will be using lessons from a curriculum called “Family Spirit.”
Parent Support Outreach Program (PSOP) – Family Wise
This program helps families by connecting them with resources that can help with housing, therapy, parenting help, employment, or any other needs. A PSOP worker will meet with the family regularly to develop goals and help remove barriers to achieving those goals. If interested in participating, please fill out the referral form for yourself or a client by going to the Hennepin County website and sending it in via email to PSOPnewreferrals@hennepin.us.
In Home Family & Parenting Development
The Family and Parenting Development program is a parenting education program that serves American Indian parents and caregivers through one-on-one parenting sessions that are culturally responsive. To qualify for this service, you must have an open child protection case in Hennepin county and be referred by your child protection worker. For additional questions please contact Family and Parenting Development staff Cassie Buffalohead at cbuffalohead@diw-mn.org or 612-279-6376.
Delightful Moms (Facebook group)
This is a community where Dr. Kristen, DC to share health and wellness tips and tricks, plus fun and trendy stuff related to pregnancy, babies, and motherhood.
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
ECFE is a program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten. ECFE’s goal is to enhance the ability of all families to provide the best possible environment for their child’s learning and growth. This is an opportunity all families can benefit from. Every school district in the state of Minnesota offers this program.
Happify Postpartum Track
Tried-and-true strategies to help you make the most of your days and give yourself the loving comfort you need—and wholeheartedly deserve—right now. Activities and exercise for self-help. Curriculum created by PPSM Specialist Jessie Everts! Does require membership- but check back for promotions!
Mindful Skills for Postpartum
Support and Belonging For Moms! Practical skills to help YOU live more in the moment and less in survival mode. Practice being supportive, non-judgmental, and open with other moms while building your support community. Virtual therapy group.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) – virtual and in-person locations all across MN.
Here at MOPS, we gather and support moms. We believe in the simple but revolutionary idea that remarkable things happen when moms come together. Over the past 45 years, MOPS has expanded our reach to include ALL moms. We couldn’t be happier that you’ve found us on this crazy beautiful journey called motherhood. Connect with a MOPS group or a Mama Meetup™ . Every mama nurtures and parents her kiddos differently, and it’s in those differences that we learn from each other. We are better together!