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SUMMARY:Monthly Peer Supporters' Circle (Feb-June 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Every second Tuesday of each month from February – June 2026. \n\n10am-11:30am PT\n\nThese groups will provide support for peer supporters\, interactive learning\, networking with other perinatal peer supporters across the state\, and time for questions. These monthly consultation groups are for WA state professionals doing 1:1 peer support or facilitating support groups. Bring your challenges and questions about peer support for perinatal families.  Zoom link and reminders sent out monthly and you may choose to attend any session(s). These groups are intended for WA state professionals who have attended a Group Peer Support Facilitator Training or Peer Parent Support Training through Perinatal Support Washington. \nLocation: Zoom \nCost: FREE \nDate & Time:\nEvery second Tuesday of each month (February – June 2026) from 10am-11:30am PT. \n\nQuestions regarding the training\, please email: training@perinatalsupport.org\n\n\nThese sessions take place live and a recording will not be sent out after the sessions. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/monthly-peer-circle-feb-june2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ContinuingEducation,Provider Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Perinatal Support Washington":MAILTO:training@perinatalsupport.org
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SUMMARY:Free Perinatal Mental Health Certification
DESCRIPTION:We’re recruiting 30 mental health providers to earn their PMH-C and begin seeing Medicaid patients. \nWe’re seeking licensed mental health providers in WA State who want to specialize in perinatal care and expand access for Medicaid patients. Once PMH-C certified\, the cohort will possess the skills needed to help families experiencing mental health conditions in the perinatal period. We especially encourage applications from providers of color and those working with underserved or hard- to-reach communities.  \nWHAT’S INCLUDED:  \n20 hours of paid training  \n\nRequired coursework for the PMH-C application\, provided by Perinatal Support WA (PS-WA) through Postpartum Support International (PSI) \n\nApplication support  \n\nGuidance through the PMH-C application process (offered through Postpartum Support International) \n\nExam costs covered  \n\nTest fees and necessary travel to the testing site are paid \n\nMedicaid paneling support  \n\nHelp navigating the Medicaid enrollment process once you’re certified \n\nCompletion bonus  \n\nFinancial incentive for completing certification and Medicaid paneling \n\nKEY DEADLINES:  \nApplications due by May 15th  \nParticipants are expected to pass the PMH-C exam and begin the Medicaid enrollment process by September 29th\, 2026. \nIf you are interested\, please complete the APPLICATION FORM.
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/free-pmh-c-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ContinuingEducation,Provider Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Perinatal Support Washington":MAILTO:training@perinatalsupport.org
GEO:47.7510741;-120.7401385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134434
CREATED:20260331T215744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T215929Z
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SUMMARY:Group Peer Support (GPS) Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:~Open to WA state professionals~ \nPerinatal Support Washington is partnering with Group Peer Support (GPS) to offer a Group Peer Support Facilitator Training. This is a specialized training program aimed at empowering individuals to lead perinatal peer support groups. \nThis Spring\, we are offering a specialized GPS Facilitator Training designed to equip individuals with the skills to lead perinatal peer support groups and foster meaningful connections among parents navigating the early months of parenting. \nWhat This Training Offers \n\nTools to create confidential\, inclusive\, and supportive spaces\nPractice facilitating authentic peer-to-peer connection\nSkills to guide parents in sharing experiences and receiving emotional support\nEvidence-based methods to build strong\, nurturing groups\nConfidence to lead impactful sessions that promote community healing and resilience\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis training is ideal for:\n ● Peer supporters\n ● Perinatal professionals\n ● Community leaders\n ● Parents interested in facilitating support groups \nSchedule:\nThis is a virtual training with live and recorded sessions. \nParticipants are required to attend / watch all sessions (modules) to complete the training and be certified GPS facilitators. \nSome modules are live with required attendance and while others are recorded to watch on your own between sessions.  \nCost: A limited number of spots are available for WA state residents for a fee of $350. \nOpening Practicum (live attendance required): \n\nApril 28 | 10:00am-12:30pm | Opening Practicum \n\nLive Modules – attendance highly encouraged\, recordings will be available of the modules after the LIVE session \n\nMay 7 | 10:00am-12:30pm | Module 4: GPS Realities & Principles\n\n\nMay 13 | 10:00am-12:30pm | Module 6: GPS Reflective Listening\, Weaving\, Grounding & Closing \n\n\nMay 14 | 10:00am-12:30pm | Applied Skills Session\n\nRecordings \n\nModule 1: The Impact of Trauma & the Healing Power of Groups\nModule 2: GPS Mindfulness Rest Stop\nModule 3: GPS Guidelines\nModule 5: GPS Check-In\n\nRegister Now\nPS-WA next steps session: \n\n May 21 | 10:00am-11:00am | PS-WA led session: Now what? Debrief\, planning\, and launching your support group. \n\n  \n* Social Work CEUs are available. Inquire about other continuing educational credits at info@grouppeersupport.org. \nTraining and registration questions please direct to PS-WA at training@perinatalsupport.org
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/gps-april2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ContinuingEducation,Provider Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Perinatal Support Washington":MAILTO:training@perinatalsupport.org
GEO:47.7510741;-120.7401385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134434
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T011128Z
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SUMMARY:Thriving Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Thriving Together meets on Tuesdays at Hearth Natural Medicine from 9:30-11AM. All pregnant people and postpartum with babies in arms up to 1 year are welcome. For questions or to get added to our email list: ThrivingTogetherPT@gmail.com\n \nDrop in style and free\n \nThis is shared by Dr. Rebecca Sornson\n\nHearth Natural Medicine\n112 Kala Square Pl Suite 2\nPort Townsend\, WA 98368
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/thriving-together-support-group/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Hearth Natural Medicine\, Kala Square Place 112\, Port Townsend\, WA\, 98368\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
GEO:48.0503081;-122.7967492
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SUMMARY:Mom and Baby Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Mom and Baby Support Group at Good Samaritan Hospital \nTuesdays • 10:00-11:30 \nJoin us to connect with other new moms! \nOur goal is to provide encouragement and support in your early months of mothering. We offer baby weight checks\, discussions about feeding\, sleep and adjustment issues\, informative speakers\, and the opportunity\nto meet other moms. No need to sign up ahead of time\, just attend when you can.Group meets in the Family Birth Center Classroom\, 1st floor\, near the Family Birth Center lobby. Enter through the main entrance on 15th Ave SE main entrance \nDue to classroom limitations this group only allows little ones who are non-mobile (pre-crawling).\nBring a baby blanket for baby if you would like to sit on the floor.\nThere is no charge to attend the group but donations are accepted. \nContact: Janet Dill 253 403-7586 \nJoin us on Facebook!\nfacebook.com/MomandBaby
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/mom-and-baby-support-group/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Good Samaritan Hospital\, 407 14th Avenue SE Family Birth Center\, Puyallup\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pierce,Support Group
GEO:47.1788395;-122.289631
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T110000
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SUMMARY:Mothering Together - Clallam County
DESCRIPTION:A peer support group for mom’s walking through the joys and challenges that can come during pregnancy and/or the first years of their child’s life.\n\n\n\nThis is a place to be heard\, reassured\, and to find valuable resources within the community. It is an advice and judgement free zone where you are welcome to come as you are and share as much or as little as you choose.\n\n\n\nStarting November 7th 2023 we will be moving group to Tuesdays 11am – 12pm. We will be in person the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at the resource center\, located at First Step Family Support Center\n\n323 E 6th Street \nPort Angeles WA \nThe 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month will be on zoom. If there is a 5th Tuesday in the month it will also be on zoom. \n\n\nJoin us at the link below!\n\n\nhttps://zoom.us/j/95385504801?pwd=V0M0OWE3b24weE1sUjlhSzdxSGlWZz09\n\n\nContact info: Jeanene Heagy (360) 775-6028 or Jeanene.heagy@Firststepfamilysupport.org
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/mothering-together-clallam-county/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:First Step Family Support Center\, 323 E 6th Street\, Port Angeles\, WA\, 98362\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clallam,Support Group
GEO:48.1130341;-123.432508
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T130000
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SUMMARY:Mamás en Comunidad
DESCRIPTION:Mamás en Comunidad (Spanish group) \nEste es un grupo de apoyo gratuito para padres en los condados de Benton y Franklin que estén pasando por\nlas etapas difíciles del embarazo\, el posparto y criando niños pequeños. Es un espacio amigable y sin\nprejuicios. \nNo es necesario registrarse\, solo presentarse en la fecha y hora de la reunión del grupo. \nPara obtener más información\, llamen o envíen un mensaje de texto a nuestra Coordinadora de Salud\nPerinatal\, Alma\, al 509-820-6873 o envíen un correo electrónico a alma.pena@bfhd.wa.gov \nDónde: Virtual\nCuándo: Primer y tercer Miercoles de cada mes \nEnlace a la reunión \nID de la reunión: 297 075 946 182 19\nContraseña: Ax36YZ2z
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-padres-y-posparto-3/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Benton/Franklin County,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134434
CREATED:20260211T184709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T174845Z
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SUMMARY:Moms in Community
DESCRIPTION:Moms in Community (English group) \nThe focus is on learning mental health tools\, building connections\, and sharing experiences so parents feel supported and less alone. Parents who are pregnant\, adjusting to life with a new baby\, or navigating early parenthood. This is a peer support group\, not therapy\, though it can certainly be therapeutic. \nWho: Parents (moms & dads in Benton and Franklin Counties) \nWhen: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month\, starting February 17\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nMeeting Link \nMeeting ID: 229 472 004 043 20\nPasscode: ng3as3zw
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/parenting-postpartum-support-group-3/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Benton/Franklin County,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134434
CREATED:20240214T041528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T041528Z
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SUMMARY:Nurturing Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:The Nurturing Beginnings support group meets the First Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm -7:00pm at First Lutheran Church (512 N Ruby Street; Ellensburg\, WA). Childcare is always available. \nThe facilitators are Marie Marchand and Colleen Steward\, contact info: namikittitas@gmail.com or 360-977-0356.
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/nurturing-beginnings/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:512 N Ruby Street; Ellensburg\, 512 N Ruby Street\, Ellensburg\, WA\, 98926\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kittitas,Support Group
GEO:46.9972954;-120.5443721
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T203000
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CREATED:20241022T220909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T153103Z
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SUMMARY:Whatcom Thriving Fathers
DESCRIPTION:“Grill & Chill” meetings during the fall and winter months are held Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm weekly at the Whatcom Family Village: 1501 Fraser St M-104\, Bellingham\, WA 98229. \nBabes in arms and very young children are always welcome at the weekly groups! This time is set aside to be a safe space for Dads to share freely so that makes it tricky to include older children; however\, seasonal family events are currently being planned! \nWeekly meetings include a BBQ meal and a space to share the joys and challenges of raising small humans! (The meal is FREE\, but optional donations to cover costs are welcome.) \nAbout us:\nWhatcom Thriving Fathers is dedicated to fostering a supportive community for fathers in Whatcom County. We understand that fatherhood can come with its unique challenges\, and we believe that by coming together\, we can create an environment where fathers feel strengthened and connected. Our mission is to provide peer support\, educational resources\, and engaging family activities that encourage personal growth and strengthen family bonds. With a commitment to inclusivity and understanding\, we invite fathers from all backgrounds to join us on this journey of thriving together. \nEmail whatcomthrivingfathers@gmail.com
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/whatcom-thriving-fathers/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:The Whatcom Family Village\, Fraser Street\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
GEO:48.7521764;-122.4549035
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134434
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T173200Z
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SUMMARY:This Is Not What I Expected
DESCRIPTION:This is Not What I Expected\nCHILDBIRTH & EARLY PARENTING EDUCATION \nPostpartum Adjustment Support Group \nDrop-in group meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month 7 – 9 pm\nFree to all families in the community. Babies welcome!\nLocation: Held virtually on Microsoft Teams\nRegistration is not required. For the Teams access code\, or other questions\, please email parentbaby@evergreenhealth.com or call 425-544-0050 Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 5 pm. \nYou’ve recently given birth to a beautiful baby. Your family and friends are overjoyed. It should be the happiest time of your life …but what if it isn’t? \nWhat if\, instead you feel: \n\nAnxious\nOverwhelmed\nLonely\nIsolated\nSad\nNot connected to your baby\nNot like yourself\n\nYou Are Not Alone. Talking About it Helps!\nThese can be common signs of a postpartum mood disorder that sometimes can be experienced by either new parent. At EvergreenHealth\, we offer a virtual support group where you\ncan get together with other families and talk about how you are adjusting with a new baby. Led by a trained parenting educator\, the group meetings are relaxed\, comforting\,\nhopeful and informational. You’ll learn ways to cope and get the help you need. Families who attend the group often share that it brings them a great sense of relief to connect with other parents who are experiencing similar feelings. \nWho Attends the Group?\nParents can attend alone\, with their babies\, partners or other supportive friends or family members. Those who are currently pregnant and have experienced anxiety or depression currently or in the past\, are also encouraged and welcome to attend. \nFlyer & Registration Code
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/this-is-not-what-i-expected/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T134434
CREATED:20231116T172938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T170936Z
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SUMMARY:PS-WA Support Group for Dads
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://bit.ly/pswadadsgroup \nEvery Tuesday 8:00-9:30 pm. Virtual \nJoin other self-identifying Dads and Fathers-to-be in this online support group\, hosted by a fellow Dad of three young kids. Wherever you are in the parenting journey\, from trying to get pregnant\, to caring for a newborn\, up through parenting a 2-year-old\, this group is for you. Share what’s challenging and find community and support from other guys who get it. This group is for you if you identify as a Dad and: \n\nThe transition to parenthood has been different or more difficult than you expected\nYou feel angry\, sad\, confused\, trapped or wish you could do more or make things better for your family\nYou are struggling in your relationship with your spouse or partner\nYou are concerned about your or your spouse/partner’s mental or physical health\nYour partner is unexpectedly pregnant or you are struggling to get pregnant\nYou had a traumatic birth\, have a baby in the NICU or your child or partner has other medical complications\nYou have lost a child before or after birth\n\nYou can expect a compassionate group of dads\, with lots of opportunities to listen and talk in a confidential and understanding space. \n 
URL:https://perinatalsupport.org/event/ps-wa-support-group-for-dads-2/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support Group
GEO:47.7510741;-120.7401385
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