Friday, January 9, 2026

MU Extension offering parent support free group program

Parent Support Group — Free & Open to You

We’re excited to launch a Parent Support Group pilot with MU Extension! This is a free, 8-week program designed to support parents and caregivers wherever they are on their journey.
Who is this for?
Free support for:
• Expecting parents
• New parents
• Those trying to conceive
• New adoptive parents
• Caregivers of young children
What to expect:
• Weekly support group (mostly virtual)
• Two In-person meetings
• No requirement to attend every session
• FREE diapers, childcare, and food at in-person sessions
Tentative Schedule
🗓 Wednesdays | 4:30–6:00 PM
• January 28 – In person at the YMCA in Nevada
Childcare + light meal provided | Diapers available
• February 4 – Virtual
• February 11 – Virtual
• February 18 – Virtual
• February 25 – Virtual
• March 4 – Virtual
• March 11 – Virtual
• March 18 – In person at the YMCA in Nevada
Childcare + light meal provided | Diapers available
Common Questions
• Running late or can’t arrive/log on right at 4:30? Still register—there’s no pressure.
• Prefer to keep your child with you instead of childcare? That’s perfectly fine.
• Live outside the area and can only attend virtually? You’re welcome to join!
Questions can be directed to Sara Bridgewater, Nutrition and Health Field Specialist at sbridgewater@missouri.edu

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