How to Find Other First Time Moms

You are simultaneously tired, overwhelmed and elated that your little one is here...and you want to share it all with someone else who can understand what you are going through. A little reassurance that you are doing fine and that your child is progressing normally wouldn't hurt, either. Here's how to find other moms for friendship and the support you need.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Ask your pediatrician, obstetrician or the hospital where you gave birth for a recommendation. These groups often have a nurse or midwife who acts as a group leader. They are great places to ask questions about your child's development.

2. Contact your local La Leche League chapter. Their monthly meetings are open to every mother, even if you have chosen not to breastfeed.

3. Log onto Meetup.com, and see if there is a group in your area that interests you. This is a good place to find groups devoted to work-at-home mothers, working mothers, and "hip mamas."

4. Check out your local chapter of the International MOMS Club. They have nearly 2,000 chapters in the United States alone, dedicated to providing stay-at-home mothers with support, advice and friendship.

5. Join a local chapter of Playgroups USA. Their local groups allow even the youngest children to socialize and play while the adults trade advice and tips.

6. Investigate what "Mommy and Me" activities are offered at your local YMCA. Yoga, drowning prevention and other groups meet weekly, sometimes even on weekends for busy working and stay-at-home moms.

7. Find out if your place of worship or school has a new mother's support group. Call the business office for information.