“I loved PACE. It was so great to connect with other mothers and have a sense of community in all of the good and difficult elements of being a new mom. It made me feel less alone and helped me transition to life as a mother more smoothly.”
Dawn , PACE Alum 2010
PACE for 1st Time Moms
How it Works
PACE groups meet for eight 2-hour sessions with a maximum of 12 moms and their babies (two weeks to five months old). Most groups include a mix of in-person and virtual sessions, and we continue to offer a limited number of entirely virtual groups.
Sessions are led by mental health professionals who are also moms. Every week we cover a different topic.
Bring your Questions, Please
How do I get my baby to sleep? How do we bond? Does anybody feel like me? No question, no emotion is off limits. We help you get answers without judgment.
Bring your Baby, Please
This is a great chance to spend time with your new baby. We don’t care if your baby cries or you haven't showered! Everyone is figuring it out together.
Bring your Whole Self, Please
These groups are not just about your baby. They are also a place for you to discuss personal concerns from your relationships to career.
Discussion Topics
Your journey to becoming a mom
Sleeping, feeding, and soothing
Bonding and attachment
Infant development and play
Changing relationships
Your postpartum body and mood
Identity and self-care
Work, childcare and balance