Celebrate Adoption Network came from a desire of several parents to link with other adoptive families throughout the year. It is anticipated that a rich camaraderie will result where adoption and cultural experiences are shared. Our plan is to meet in various parts of the greater Metro Denver area and to center each activity and learning experience on a different culture. CAN is an outreach of Colorado Heritage Camps and is open to any families who have adopted internationally or domestically …

We are a group of Moms who have adopted kids, are waiting to adopt or have biological kids but just LOVE adoption!  We have once a month play dates or field trips in Colorado Springs!  My name is Tracy (organizer) and I have a daughter age 6 adopted from China, a son age 4 adopted from a birthmother in the USA, and a baby girl I gave birth to who is 2 years old! I would love for my children to make friends with other children who share a similar story and who understand adoption! I would also lo …

Parents of Exception: Creating a network of support. Exceptional parents adapt. Exceptional parents find and share resources with others with remarkable circumstances. Every parent may at times be exceptional.  Do you feel like saying "Except when..." You may have more challenges with parenting than the typical parent.This group is for parents to connect and share the stories of the journey. Our subgroups include parenting with different needs, parents with chronic illness, parents with mental i …

We are Lesbian Moms, Gay Dads, Trans and Bi Parents, Single LGBTQ Parents and GLBTQ folks planning families. The purpose of our Meetup is to create a community for our families which is supportive and safe; A community in which having two moms or two dads is just part of their family make up and is not a big deal. Our goal is to be a close-knit support system for each other. We have monthly Meetups in which our kids can get to know each other and have a good time. Additionally our Meetup is here …

Hello~ if you have begun the adoption process or have recently adopted, you know it is not the easiest process to go through! Many ups and downs, what ifs, why not's, what now's....and the list goes on. So, I thought, if I was having trouble finding a supportive and social group that is specific to adoption, maybe others were as well. We are trying to have meetups all over the metro areas. If you would like to host a meet up in your area, please let us know! Sheila sheila.apollo@gmail.com

This is a group for unconventional families with children who have been affected by loss through death, divorce, or separation, and have been blessed through re-marriage, step-parenting, adoption, or foster care. The purpose of this group is to create connections, support, friendship and fun for adult and child members of blended families. We have the unique ability to understand the benefits and challenges of being part of this special kind of family!

Calling all parents, grandparents, teachers and caregivers who are in the business of raising respectful, responsible and strong kids. I hope you somewhat agree with me that raising kids is a not an easy job. Unless your children are born holding doves on their hands, you will face some challenges at some point. Come join us to learn about the love and logic approach, share stories and ideas, also be in support for each other. Love and logic provides real-life, hands-on skills to put the fun bac …

Do you ever feel like the oldest Mom in the playgroup? Are you wanting to meet other Moms who LIVED the 80's and 90’s versus those who were born in them? This is a group for mature, talented, and FUN moms over 35 who are expecting or have young children, ages 0-5 and who want to exchange support, resources and friendship with other 35 and over moms. We will get together for play dates, to chat, have coffee, exchange stories, go for walks, or whatever our minds can dream up. Maybe we can even fig …

Parenting is one of the most thankless and stressful jobs in a person's life. Powerful Parenting is a group for those who are interested in parenting your kids with purpose. Together we focus on solutions and tools that empower the whole family. Parents share common issues and challenges that they are facing in their situations. We all long for understanding, compassion, and respect. Together we work toward taking steps necessary to make positive changes in family dynamics by gaining new practic …