So if you have not yet been invited to a playgroup or playdate but are interested in joining one what do you do? How do you go about getting involved with a playgroup? When we came home from Russia I began using the internet and with Google I entered my county and the word “ Playgroup”. I came across an establish group that would take turns meeting in public or at each others homes. This was not the best fit for me because they only met once a month and they seemed to be an established group and while the coordinator was welcoming in her emails, I received a chilly reception. I then learned about a free center based toddler playgroup that is ongoing for 10 weeks. In that process I met a Mom and our children played so well together that we decided to continue to meet at each others homes. So at this point our social calendar is very full between a center based playgroups, occupational therapy playgroup and individual play dates.


Call your local Library- get involved with the children’s story hour and ask the librarian about any playgroups.

Get involved with your states Early Intervention program. Even if your child does not need EI services the service coordinator will have many resources.

Network- talk to other Mom’s ….at the grocery store, Mall play area, Pediatricians office.

Call your local preschool or board of education and ask about resources.

Consider signing your child up for Gymboree or Kindermusic... your child can socialize and you will be able to socialize at the same time.


Start your own… take turns with other Mom’s and host a play date.

Look Online…. Many groups use email reminders or websites to organize members and playdates.


How to choose a playgroup




Online resources for finding a playgroup



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