Support Groups
You deserve support and community on this journey.
Each of our support groups has a distinct flow and content designed to be a resource and asset to you in whichever stage you’re experiencing now.
It takes a village. Find the group that’s right for you.
Donation-Based New Parent Support Group
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
Spring Quarter Dates: Thursdays, 5:00-6:30 PM
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! This weekly support group is led by one of our Root Board Members. Join a safe container and space for new parents to get support, community, and camaraderie. This group is for both birthing parents and partners alike. Babies welcome.
Each session begins with a short reading from Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting. Then, we'll go around the room and introduce ourselves and have a few minutes to share what's been going on for you this week. Swap practical advice, a space to verbally process and develop mindfulness in your parenting journey, and feel a little bit less alone.
This group is open to all. Donations to The Root Non-Profit are greatly appreciated, though not required, through Venmo at the event.
Root Mom Walks with Princess
Come join Princess Taylor for a FREE mom walk at McKinley Park in East Sacramento on the second Tuesday of the month. This is open to all moms in the greater Sacramento area (prenatal and postpartum moms). Come and chat and connect with other moms. The walk will be canceled if there is heavy rain or bad weather.
---12:00 pm: Meet at the flagpole in front of the McKinley Library/Clunie Center for chat/introductions until 12:15 pm
---12:15 pm - 1:00 pm - Walk around the park together on the path around the outside of the park
Schedule: Second Tuesday of the month
Breastfeeding Support
Our new free monthly breastfeeding support group is a chance for you to get expert clinical guidance from IBCLC Mandi Peterson.
Mandi is an RN and a mom as well and is passionate about supporting parents through those challenging early days of breastfeeding. Bring your baby and yourself and enjoy this relaxed and supportive environment of Mandi and your peers to help you on your breastfeeding journey.
Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
Upcoming Dates: Saturdays, 3:00 - 5:00
January 24th
February 7th
February 21st
Babywearing Support Group
Join Camille on the 2nd Monday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM of the month to learn how to properly wear your baby. Bring your own carrier and also explore different and new carriers. You can also rent baby carriers from session to session for a fee.
Schedule:
New schedule coming in 2026!
LGBTQIA2S+ Parents’ Support Group
Join owner Kellie and her girlfriend, Emily each month for queer and diverse family support.
Babies and Toddlers are welcome. This group will take place on TBD.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS FREE GROUP
Schedule: TBD
This support group will begin being offered in conjuction with the Sacramento LGBT Center with an anticipated start date of Winter 2025.
New Dad Support Group
Becoming a father is a huge life change but there is often very little safe, welcoming space for fathers to connect and share. This support group was built to fill this need and provide dads with the community they crave. This free group meets once a month so you can connect with other dads, gain a community, and have some fun! Group is led by Ryan Alonso, and held at The Root.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS FREE GROUP
Schedule: First Sunday of the month, 3:00 - 4:00 pm
February 1
March 1
April 5
Children are welcome and encouraged (some toys and activities will be provided), though not required.
Enneagram Exploration Group
In this monthly exploration group, podcast hosts, Kellie and Shiloh will lead discussion around a variety of topics related to The Enneagram, relationships, self-growth and more!
Location — Temple Coffee, 2829 S Street, Sacramento
Schedule:
Friday, February 27th 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Friday, March 13th 5:30 - 7:00pm
Monthly Parenting Book Club with Emily
Hi Everyone! Welcome to book club/toddler parenting support group!
For the next 4 months (January - April) we’re going to be reading and practicing some of the different parenting methods in the “Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be” by Dr. Becky Kennedy.
We’ll be breaking out the book into 4 chunks and then we’ll commit to trying at least 1 new thing we’ve learned in the book a month and share stories on how it’s going. For any of our meetings, please RSVP on WellnessLiving!
• For January 15th (6:30-8pm), please read the first five chapters
• For February 19th (6:30-8PM), please read chapters 6-10
We’ll be reading no more than 3 books a year to give ourselves the space to apply what we learn, rather than rushing through too many ideas at once.
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From prenatal yoga to childbirth classes to postpartum support groups, we help pregnant persons and new parents thrive during every stage of their journey.