Summertime Ice Cream Social

Sunday, July 25

from 6:00 to 9:00pm

at 120 Morris Avenue

Join The Birth Circle for a summer get-together in Angela Cross’s English garden. Enjoy ice cream, homemade cake, and locally-grown fruit -- and enjoy the company of other Birth Circle families! The toy train will be running in the garden, or relax inside with air conditioning. Donations are appreciated but not required, and all proceeds will benefit The Birth Circle.

June Play Group

Thursday, June 3

3:00 to 5:00pm

in the kids' section of the Athens Library

All ages are welcome for two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both children and parents to make new friends!

Baby Signs, and Open Q&A

Wednesday, June 30

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Experienced parents and caregivers share how and why they used signs to communicate with their babies. Learn the basics, see demos, share tips, and ask questions! The second half of the meeting will be an open Q&A period so pregnant and new parents can voice any concerns or questions they have, on any subject -- labor, sleep, breast feeding, discipline, etc.

Postpartum Depression Support Group

Tuesday, July 6

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

at the Athens Library

We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. The sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Because the effectiveness of the group is dependent on its size, please RSVP to Molly at 740-592-4408 or molly.wales@yahoo.com.

Fertility Support Group

Wednesday, May 12

from 7 to 8pm

at The Plains library

So many of us are or have been affected by infertility. We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Dr. Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Please RSVP to 740-592-4408 or molly.wales@yahoo.com.

No Monthly Meeting in May

Because we celebrated the Pregnancy & Baby Fair in May, we'll be taking the rest of the month off. Happy 8th birthday Birth Circle!

Baby Signs (How to Talk with Your Baby Before Your Baby Can Talk), and Open Q&A

Wednesday, June 30

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Experienced parents share how and why they used signs to communicate with their babies. Learn the basics, see demos, share tips, and ask questions! The second half of the meeting will be an open Q&A period so pregnant and new parents can voice any concerns or questions they have, on any subject!