The boxes are unpacked, the new curtains are hung in the windows and the pantry has been filled. The flurry of activity involved in moving has subsided. You are a new resident in an unfamiliar city with small children – wondering, What now?
Any move can be difficult, but if you are relocating to a new city as a mom, it can be even harder to adjust. Spending your days at home with the kids can make it tough to meet new people and make new friends. With four children of my own, I can relate to the stress of just being a mom. Being a mom in a new town with no support system of friends and family to help out would be, I’m sure, overwhelming. BUT, there’s good news! When relocating to the West Bank of New Orleans, whether for a civilian or military relocation, there are a couple of solutions for both the working or stay at home mom who is new to the city.
Check out some of these resources for moms, dads and kids in NOLA
MOMS Club of Metairie – South Chapter A resource for all stay at home moms, whether you are new to the area or a life long resident. A support group for stay at home moms, the Club provides organized outings for mothers where, of course, the kids are always welcome!
NOLA Hip Mamas & Papas Meetup Group The group has 14 event organizers who live in different parts of the city and who schedule events at places like the Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, City Park, Audubon Park, play-dates at members homes, restaurant play dates, mama night out, date night, dancing, roller skating, Louisiana Children’s Museum, volunteer service days, holiday parties and activities and much more!
New Orleans Moms with Infants A warm, friendly group for mothers with new babies. Sit and relax with your baby and a cup of tea. This is a time to share stories, tips and frustrations of early motherhood in the company of other mothers.
New Orleans Gentle and Natural Parenting Group This is a great group for those interested in gentle parenting and leading an active, creative and healthy lifestyle. Welcome attachment parenting parents, alternative, artistic, nutrition conscious, nature loving families and all others who shares an interest in individualism, multiculturalism, creative expression, a healthy lifestyle and the promotion of community atmosphere so that our children can learn, play and grow in a safe and nurturing environment.
The Westbank/Uptown/Downtown of New Orleans Playgroup Meet with local parents who are interested in a local Playgroup for you and your child. There is no cost to be a member.
New Orleans Parents Meetup Group This is a group for parents with their children who are looking to get out and meet other parents. It’s a chance for the kids to have fun interacting with other children and the parents to have some adult conversation. Our group has diverse members from all over the world representing multiple languages and cultures but when it comes down to it, we are a group of parents just doing what parents do…loving our kids and having a great time with them. All parents and little ones welcomed!
With so many choices, it’s easy to make yourself at home in New Orleans.
