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PEPS brings parents together through peer-support groups, gatherings, and workshops.

There they learn with and from each other, build a lasting community, and gain the confidence and tools to navigate challenges, milestones, and change.

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PEPS Groups offer a place to exhale.

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Families Served Annually
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As you support your child's development, PEPS supports you—with groups from expecting through the teen years.

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"PEPS humanizes the parenting journey and helps people feel they’re not alone."

 

 

In person or online, PEPS makes it easy to find connection wherever you are.

Flexible pricing so cost isn’t a barrier.

 

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Parents of 5-12 Month Olds

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Parents of Adolescents & Teens

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Second-Time Parents

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Working Moms

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LGBTQIA+ Parents

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What Parents Have to Say

"My wife and I were fortunate to form several important friendships through our shared experience with PEPS, and I had a similarly impactful time facilitating a group last summer."

Adam

PEPS Donor and Group Leader
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“We greatly appreciate the work PEPS has done and is doing in the community. I recommend it to all new parents I run into.”

Juliette

PEPS Donor
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"Being the parent of a newborn was one of the most challenging phases of my life and I am certain that my PEPS Group was a key player in keeping me going.”

Brianna

PEPS Group Leader
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Attend a Gathering or Workshop

Gatherings and workshops are a great way to connect with the PEPS community—whether you're experiencing PEPS for the first time or returning to reconnect and keep growing as a parent.
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1 Day

A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Nutrition & Health

Explore how nutrition and body image affect teen wellbeing—with practical tools to recognize warning signs and support your teen's health, confidence, and emotional resilience.

Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Time: 12 pm PST
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free

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Raising Resilient and Confident Tweens
1 Day

Raising Resilient & Confident Tweens

Explore how temperament shapes your child's behavior, emotions, and relationships. Walk away with practical strategies for setting consistent boundaries, managing big emotions, and strengthening your connection with your child.

Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Time: 6–7:30 pm PST
Location: Broadview Library, 12755 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133
Cost: Free

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1 Day

LGBTQIA+ Family Picnic

Gather with other LGBTQIA+ parents and families for a summer picnic. Reconnect with your group, meet neighbors, and introduce your children in a welcoming, affirming setting.

Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: 3-5 pm PST
Location: Park in North Seattle
Cost: Free

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Get Involved

There's a place for everyone at PEPS, whether you have a little time or a lot.

Every person who gets involved makes PEPS stronger.

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Lead a Group

Leading a PEPS Group is our highest-need, highest-impact volunteer opportunity. With training, resources, and ongoing support from PEPS, you'll help parents build confidence, deepen their knowledge, and find the community they need.

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Volunteer

There are many ways to support PEPS, from sharing your expertise as an Advisor or Guest Speaker, to helping spread the word, supporting events, or joining our Board to help guide our strategic direction. Whatever your time and interests, there's a meaningful role for you.

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Advocate

Lend your voice to support policies that strengthen families and expand access to what parents need most. Through advocacy with PEPS, you help build a more equitable future for parents and children across Washington.

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Help Every Parent Get the Support They Need

Your support helps PEPS keep programs accessible to all families, fund groups and events, and ensure every parent has access to the connection, knowledge, and community they need to thrive.

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