Mothers’ GROUPS & Workshops

Find strength in your community, where women embarking on the journey of motherhood can feel supported, empowered, and connected.

Together, we practice building resilience, prioritizing self-care, managing the mental load of motherhood, and overcoming perfectionism, all within a confidential space to share and grow.

Under the guidance of a licensed mental health professional, you will gain valuable tools and insights to empower you on your parenting journey. Join us for an enriching experience as we celebrate the joys and overcome the challenges of motherhood together.

Current Groups & Workshops

Mom and Baby Support Group

MOTHERTOGETHER — Mom & Baby Support Group

A safe and supportive space for women to come together and discuss the realities of motherhood. Topics include mental load of parenting, perfectionism, and self-care.

motherhood stories womens circle group

Motherhood Stories –
a Women’s Circle

A group that focuses on teaching mothers how to prioritize themselves and their own wellbeing amidst the hustle and bustle of motherhood.

becoming mothers ceremony women's circle

Becoming Mothers
Ceremony

Celebrate your transition to motherhood with a ceremonial ritual, being witnessed and held by other women in this shared journey of becoming.

MOTHERTOGETHER —
Mom & Baby Support Group

Real Moms. Honest Talk. Authentic Connection.

MotherTogether is a group where we get real about motherhood. Whether pregnant, postpartum, or becoming a mother again, you will learn skills to build resilience, increase confidence, and feel more empowered in your parenting journey.

With a focus on the mental load, self-care, and defining new standards of success, we will share and discuss common experiences of motherhood, as well as those that interfere with finding fulfillment, including perfectionism, high expectations, and comparison tendencies.

Connect with others in your community in a safe and confidential space, develop lasting friendships, and receive professional guidance intended to support you in your parenting journey. Together, we will celebrate your strengths, and show kindness in the struggles. Babies are welcome!

Take advantage of prenatal / baby & me yoga class happening after MotherTogether or grab coffee or lunch with other moms at The Food Oasis, located in the JCC!

Motherhood Stories –
a Women’s Circle

Prioritizing You: Self-Care in Motherhood.

As mothers, we often have a difficult time prioritizing ourselves. We move mountains for our children, while losing sight of our own needs in the hustle and bustle. This group is designed to empower women to prioritize their wellbeing and practice self-care while navigating the unique challenges of motherhood.

You will connect with fellow mothers through shared experience, find strength in community, and learn to balance your needs with the demands of parenting. On a lighter note, you will be entertained by the inspirational words of Jessi Klein: I’ll Show Myself Out, Essays on Midlife & Motherhood.

We will begin each evening with a calming and centering ritual, listen to a short chapter in the audiobook, followed by conversation and connection.

Join us every first Wednesday of the month at 8pm in downtown Palo Alto for an evening of connection and restoration.

Becoming Mothers Ceremony

An Empowering Prenatal Experience

In our society, traditional rites of passage are often overlooked. The Becoming Mothers Ceremony draws from traditional Navajo Blessingway rituals, serving as a sacred celebration of new motherhood while also honoring the strength, courage, and adaptability required for this transformative journey.

During the ceremony, mothers-to-be engage in activities such as prenatal yoga, a mothers' tea circle, fear-releasing meditation, a Red Thread Ritual for handcrafting hope-infused bracelets, and a contemplation on the German concept of "zwischen" to acknowledge the transitional space between pregnancy and motherhood. Through the Art of Circling, women are encouraged to share their truths, be witnessed by others, and experience a profound sense of connection and wisdom.

Circling enhances our intuition as we get to listen to our authentic inner voice... Circles are a place to remember who you truly are. Simply by being witnessed, held and supported, radical transformation is possible.

— The Art of Circling, Andréa Bendewald

What group participants had to say

  • I left Marnie’s group feeling seen, validated, supported, and immensely re-energized in my role as a mother of two. Marnie has the unique ability of setting a tone and intention for a space that allows participants to reflect and share their thoughts and feelings. Despite only having met most of the other mothers minutes before our session began, I was able to think and share vulnerably. A week later, I’m still finding myself reflecting on comments and themes that emerged that evening, and I’m counting down the days until another session.

    M. D.

  • Marnie is an outstanding bringer together of people. I have been fortunate to experience several gatherings that she convened and was awestruck by her ability to bring intentionality, compassion, and warmth to meaningful discussions. Her gatherings will change how you think about your experience as a mom and I recommend them most highly!

    A. C.

  • Marnie is uniquely gifted in her ability to bring people together. Her natural warmth and gift with words sets her apart from other group facilitators, and creates a safe space for honest and open discussion about the many facets of motherhood.

    S. F.

  • The group was a safe space, immersed in community that offered the opportunity to process and lift up the work of mothering.

    A. T.

  • Marnie created an intimate, inspiring, and grounding evening where our group shared stories and connected around the theme of motherhood. She led the group expertly, setting the tone and allowing the group to get vulnerable remarkably fast. She is incredibly talented and I left the evening feeling energized from conversation and nourished from the warm intimacy of the evening.

    G.G.

  • The Women's circle was a welcomed change from the often fragmented, brief and superficial conversations we so often settle for as busy mothers. Setting aside this time to talk and connect left me feeling calm and inspired.

    S. H.

MOTHERHOOD — A Journey
Not Meant to do alone.