- Why should I join WELDON MOMS support group?
- Who will be at the group?
- What can I expect from joining this group?
- Can I bring my baby along?
- But my baby is fussy! What am I going to do about my crying baby during the group?
- But I’m tired & hungry myself! How about taking care of me?
- Can I bring my maid, “ayah” nanny or “masi” along to look after the baby?
- Where will these group discussions be held?
- What are some of the topics discussed in the group?
- What will we do for the 2 hours that we meet each week?
- It sounds great for the 6 weeks the group is facilitated… but what next?
- How do I sign-up and register? Where do I call?
1. Why should I join WELDON MOMS! Support group?
Becoming a mother is a life changing experience, yet there is often little support for new parents. Many new moms report feeling isolated, as well as being unsure of their parenting skills and new role. Our groups offer a supportive and nurturing environment to meet other new moms. They are a place to talk about parenting issues- such as sleep, nutrition, and baby’s health- as well as other postpartum issues including relationships with partners and friends, the decision to return to work/school, and body image 
2. Who will be at the group?
Group members will include 5-15 new moms. Through our member questionnaire, we develop groups keeping in mind geographic proximity, ages of babies, and areas of interest. However, we also try to create diversity in the group-- including moms of different ages, experiences, work/school plans, and parenting styles.
WELDON MOMS! club is founded and facilitated by Anila Weldon who enjoys a celebrity status amongst the Information Technology sector of Pakistan. She is a trained public speaker with an experience of over 11 years. She is also the mother of a baby boy. Anila is assisted by Mrs. Erum Basit (Mother of 3 children) and Mrs. Amber Imran (Mother of Three Children).
3. What can I expect from joining the group?
Our groups are a place to meet new friends, learn new skills, and have time dedicated to you & your baby. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and participate in activities. You will be treated with kindness and respect. Most importantly, you will be encouraged and supported in your role as a new mother!
4. Can I bring my baby along?
Of course you can. Read reply to question 5 too.
5. But my baby is fussy! What am I going to do about my crying baby during the group?
All babies cry. In all likelihood, your baby will cry sometime during group. That is OK! You will be in a room of other moms who know exactly what you are going through. Some moms find that the group experience is a good distraction, and even the fussiest of babies enjoy the group. If there is an activity or discussion that is of particular interest to you and you feel you cannot participate because your baby needs your full attention, please let one of the facilitators know and they may be able to help. There is a separate area for breastfeeding, changing diapers, warming water for formula milk and refrigerators for storing baby food etc.
6. But I’m tired & hungry myself! How about taking care of me?
WELDON MOMS! strives to make the group as inviting and comfortable as possible. We provide nutritious snacks and an intimate setting. Please let us know if you need any special accommodations.
7. Can I bring my maid/nanny along to look after the baby?
Yes you can! We have a segregated area for nannies, “ayah”, maid, “masi” if you need to bring them along for help with the baby.
8. Where will these group discussions be held?
We wish to keep the atmosphere totally friendly and homelike. Therefore the group meetings will be hosted in the lounge of our own homes. These homes will be in the PECHS area near to Shahrah-e-Faisal road, since we consider this area the central heart of the city.
9. What are some of the topics discussed in the group?
Some of the topics are: Your identity as a mother, Baby Shopping (Essential items guide), Sleep /Infant Nutrition & Feeding, Post Partum Depression (“Baby Blues”), Fitness & relaxation for Moms, Education Options (Schooling etc.), Baby's development, health & safety, Relationships with husband and friends, 10 Great things to do with a Baby in Karachi, Guest Speaker Sessions, Group Activities, Other topics raised by group members.
10. What will we do for the 2 hours that we meet each week?
Each week varies, but the general format includes ample time to ‘check in’ about your week and bring up topics you would like to discuss, a group activity, a facilitated discussion, and a ‘check out’ to evaluate how the group experience went.
11. It sounds great for the 6 weeks the group is facilitated… but what next?
Our facilitators offer follow-up services. We will coordinate events for your group on demand. In addition, each group will have access to their own directory. Our facilitators are also available for individual consultations upon request.
12. How do I sign-up and register? Where do I call?
Call us at 0300-9293522. Then ask about when new groups are being formed. To register please submit the registration form with full payment, and sign-up at least 5 days before the group starts functioning. |
