[blparent] meeting other parents and finding playdates

[Nikki Fugett-Dobens]

Hi.  I have been in this situation.  We actually just moved in November, and 
at first, I found it really difficult to meet other moms.  One thing that 
has helped us personally is church.  I have met a lot of moms through 
attending, and we just had a friend over to play with Mackenzie yesterday. 
She is 3, so she is enjoying that.
We have also gone with moms we have met through church to the zoo or other 
activities.
Also, I was told that there is something called the Mother's center.  I am 
sure the name is different depending on where you are, but the concept is 
probably similar.  You have the chance to meet other moms, and form 
friendships.  I haven't actually been to the one here, but maybe you have 
something similar, and you could do some online research.  I hope this helps 
a little.  I know how hard it is to meet other moms and kids.
Nikki


-----Original Message----- 
From: Ronit Ovadia Mazzoni
Sent: Friday, September 09, 2011 3:58 PM
To: NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List
Subject: [blparent] meeting other parents and finding playdates

Hi everyone,
I have a question that I know some of you have experience with. I am 
interested in meeting more parents in my area. I joined a group of moms 
through meetup.com but all the meetups are either geared toward toddlers or 
are far enough away that I can't walk there. I did attend one meetup and 
asked for a ride from a mom. She was very nice and helped me get my carseat 
in her car for my son. It was a hastle though. And I felt bad asking for a 
ride. I offered her gas money but she wouldn't take it. I have met a few 
moms in this group but haven't made any real connections with anyone so I 
feel awkward about asking for rides to events. What have you done to find 
playdates and to meet moms in your area? Any other websites besides 
meetup.com that I should check out? How have you handled getting to events 
that are not accessible via public transportation? The moms I've talked to 
seem mildly sympathetic to my situation but most often don't want to do 
things close to where I live. I've gotten together with one mom who lives 
within walking distance and we've been out to lunch with our babies but 
there's only so many times you can go to that same sandwich shop. :)

I'm interested in your experiences. Thanks.
Ronit
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