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Laugh, Learn, and Connect With Local Families Through Facebook Groups

By Megan Shadrick July 8, 2017

When we decided to move to Jefferson City I started searching online for local family resources and groups. I was surprised how many facebook groups Jeff City had to offer! If you haven’t had a chance to look into local facebook groups for parents; I hope you will find this list helpful. Please visit each facebook group for additional information and specific rules and guidelines.


Information accurate as of 7/3/17


Jefferson City MOPS and MOMSNEXT

Members 106

This is a group for active participants in the Jefferson City MOPS group.

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers, and by preschoolers we mean kiddos from birth through pre-kindergarten. MOMSnext is MOPS, but for mothers of school aged children (kindergarten and above).MOPS International is an organization that exists to meet the needs of every mom. There are more than 3900 MOPS groups meeting across the United States and in 35 countries around the world.

MOPS and MOMSNEXT groups meet regularly to celebrate the joys of motherhood and to encourage each other through the challenges.

For more information visit:

http://concordjc.org/mops/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1026809977363489?refid=27


JC Playgroup Connection

Members 41

Jefferson City Playgroup Connection is comprised of a group of Moms, some of whom stay at home full time or part time who are looking for things to do with other kids and Moms. We have weekly playgroups that are planned around Jefferson City area and we are always looking for new faces to join our group.

For information on how to join send an e-mail to j.c.playgroupconnections@gmail.com

https://facebook.com/groups/215144095171411?refid=27


Central Missouri Babywearers

Members 1618

This is the chatter group for the Central Missouri Babywearers. This is a group for parents to learn more about babywearing, different types of carriers, ask questions, post babywearing pics, chatter, and simply enjoy the company of other babywearing families. We welcome all topics babywearing and off topic chatter as well.

https://facebook.com/groups/190693787716987?refid=27

For more information visit: https://centralmissouribabywearers.com/

JC family play group

Members 198

A place to talk about our wonderful babies and have play dates too!

https://facebook.com/groups/338577409673200?refid=27


JC Adventures With Daddy Play Group

Members 132

This group is for Moms and Dads to follow but is centered around getting the Dads of the community and their little ones outdoors and socializing with one another. Topics of conversation, local events, event ideas, and recommended adventures are always welcome. Come join the fun!

https://facebook.com/groups/361100997577596?refid=27


Jeff City Moms

Members 191

This is a group created for Jefferson City area Moms to give advice on anything Mom-related. Examples include: where to get photos, cakes, or have birthday parties or your best stain removing tip. This group should be for area Moms to give personal recommendations on services, products, and parenting tips/advice.

https://facebook.com/groups/478600938910455?refid=27


Stay at home mom's of JCMO

Members 297

Just a place for stay at home Moms or even working Moms if they’d like to make friends and create social events for our children.

https://facebook.com/groups/1530708977219023?refid=27


Jeff City Mommy & Me Exchange

Members 3608

This group is a lot like others but, the big difference is we actually require members to follow the rules!!! A group to upload pictures of maternity, baby, toddler, or child items such as clothing or toys you have to sell.

https://facebook.com/groups/248814055155735?refid=27


Mid-Mo Child Care

Members 2055

This group is a great place to find child care in your area or post any openings you have. You may also post any child related events going on in mid-MO

https://facebook.com/groups/388666937830585?refid=27

If your group does not appear in this list please send an e-mail to your Macaroni Kid publisher so it can be added!

meganshadrick@macaronikid.com