Golden State Warriors watch parties make it possible to enjoy a night out cheering with other DubNation fans of most ages.
Where can moms meet other new moms in the East Bay?
Looking for an opening to connect with other new mothers? Here are some resources, divided between support groups and activity groups in the East Bay.
Ticket alert for brand-new parents: San Francisco Birth & Baby Fair
The San Francisco Birth & Baby Fair, a baby-centric expo of speakers, pampering, entertainment, and giveaways, will take place at the Golden Gate Club in San Francisco on Sunday, November 12.
El Cerrito Gem: Blake Garden
Blake Garden garden is a teaching and research lab for Cal but it is open to the public on weekdays. Expect interesting paths with beautiful views.
A kid-sized adventure to Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Tour Krispy Kreme Doughnuts with a kid for a sweet factory experience (that is much easier than a real factory experience).
Birth and Baby Guide for East Bay Expectant Parents
Birth and Baby Guide for East Bay parents includes where to shop, places to go, + people to know for pregnancy & baby’s first year in the (510).
New moms support groups for East Bay foodie mamas
New foodie mamas group starting Feb 1 in the East Bay — is a new parents support group with delicious meals facilitated by Prem.
Baby’s Day Out With Bamboobies at Studio Grow
We are pleased to announce another fabulous event for 510Families.com readers! It’s a book launch; a playdate for new parents; and a chance to get to know one of Berkeley’s best indoor playspaces for kids under 5. This event is for expectant moms and parents to babies under a year old. Come join us and {more}
Introducing a new social network for East Bay parents (and a sponsor!)
Thanks to Parenthoods app for partnering with 510Families.com to produce this post (and our pottery painting event of last month). We look forward to more collaborations in the future! There’s a new way to find playdates and heck – a whole parenting tribe – in the East Bay, and it’s in an app called Parenthoods. {more}
Free luncheon with Foodie Moms
Foodie Moms is a new parents support group with delicious meals, yum! They are hosting a special free event for new mamas (babies welcome, natch) to enjoy each other’s company in a safe, friendly space, connect about the challenges and joys of mamahood while being treated to a delicious meal that’s tastier and healthier than most restaurant fare. {more}
East Bay Farmers’ Markets Guide for {510} Families
Thanks to Farmigo for sponsoring this guide to Farmers Markets in the East Bay. Farmigo is an online farmers market where you can shop for fresh, sustainable food from local farmers you know and trust. Farmer’s Markets can be fun outings in addition to a productive errand to get your fill of healthy fruits and veggies {more}
Free AAA Car seat inspections are a life saver
Thank you to AAA for sponsoring our post today and helping get the word out about child seat safety! If you only take away one thing from this post: AAA offers FREE car seat inspections by appointment with specific action items to make your children safer right away at safeseats4kids.aaa.com. I was recently given a thorough one-on-one car seat inspection {more}
Twins by the Bay: A support resource for twin parents
Twins by the Bay is a support group and network for new and expectant parents of multiples. Members attend meetings where they will meet other multiple parents, be invited to hear guest speakers (sleep experts!), and access a huge wealth of loaner equipment for travel and home, including preemie-sized clothing. The club is run by {more}
Getaways with mom: ME time
This is the third post in our series about ME time, sponsored by domain.ME. I’ve just returned from spending a long weekend with my mom, during which it was startlingly clear to me that quality time with her — and the other important adults in my life — is different when it’s kid-free. I’m so {more}
Parent, Baby, and Toddler Classes at Then Comes Baby in Oakland
Then Comes Baby, the resource and lounge for new parents in Oakland, is home base for a bunch of classes that are starting up soon. We thought we’d share some highlights. New parent classes First Connections: Moms Circle begins May 27 for a 6-week session meeting Wednesdays at 10:30 am New Beginnings: Second Time Moms Group {more}