FREE and Low-cost Postpartum Support for Moms

Full Circle Gathering

Full Circle is a free, local support, play and informative gathering for parents and infants through the preschool years. It offers free breastfeeding support, community and diapers for all families in San Marcos. 

• Location: St. Mark's Episcopal Church (3039 RR 12, San Marcos)
• When: Wednesdays at 10:30am
• Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/fullcirclegatherings/

La Leche League of San Marcos

La Leche League encourages all expecting, new and seasoned parents to join them as they discuss parenting through breastfeeding. They meet twice a month in Kyle and San Marcos

• ​Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/LLLSanMarcos/

​The Pregnancy and Postpartum Health Alliance of Texas

​Therapy Voucher Program for postpartum moms. Click here for more information: https://www.pphatx.org/

Connections Individual and Family Services 

Connections Individual and Family Planning Services provides services to empower youth, connect families and build futures. If you are a resident of Caldwell County, Connections provides services for enhancing youth resiliency and counseling for children, teens and families. The youth resiliency program is a series of lessons focused on developing a positive self-concept, making healthy choices for your mind and body, acting responsibly, treating others the way you want to be treated, being honest with yourself, and improving yourself daily. Counseling is free and those who can qualify should have children 0-17 years old who are not receiving formal services from juvenile probation and are not involved with Child Protective Services due to abuse or neglect. The phone number for the Caldwell County office is: 844-629-6571.  Click here for more information: http://www.connectionsnonprofit.org/0-caldwell-county/ 

Peanut App

The Peanut App shows you like minded mamas in your are and makes it easy to meet. Use the Peanut app to join other mothers to give and receive support, share tips and chat and create group conversations.

• App is here:  https://www.peanut-app.io/​​

Moms Arising Support Group

Moms Arising Support Group is a free, peer-led support group on Fridays at 11am.

• Location: 145 Landa St. New Braunfels, Tx
• For questions, call/text Sarah (Licensed Professional Counselor) at: 512-632-6855.

Connect online: Join the San Marcos Mothering Facebook Group

Beyond the Joy PPD Support Group (San Antonio, Tx)

Methodist Healthcare System, This group meets twice a month and a PPD class is offered once a month. Contact person: Maria Zeitz, LPC, MS.,RN, Fee: None
Telephone: 210.520.1646 or Cell: 210.860.4702

Starlight Moms of San Antonio, Online Facebook Support Group

Online Weekly Support Group hosted by Postpartum Support International:

Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Get comfortable and listen and share your stories about motherhood. Meetings in Spanish offered. Click here to register. ​

Chat with an expert: ​Postpartum Support International (Wednesday Chats for Moms).

During these sessions you can connect with other moms, and talk with a PSI expert about resources, symptoms, options and general information about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders from the privacy of your own phone. There is no need to pre-register or give your name. These sessions, facilitated by licensed mental health professionals, are informational only and open to anyone with questions and concerns. Limited to the first 15 callers. 

• The PSI HelpLine is a toll-free telephone number anyone can call to get basic information, support, and resources. 
• Dial extension 1 for Spanish and extension 2 for English. 
• The HelpLine messages are returned every day of the week. You are welcome to leave a confidential message any time, and one of the HelpLine volunteers will return your call as soon as possible. If you are not able to talk when the volunteer calls you, you can arrange another time to connect. The volunteer will give you information, encouragement, and names of resources near you.
• Click here to view upcoming Chat Dates
• Chat Number: 1-800-944-8766
• Participant Code: 73162

Black Mamas Community Collective Monthly Support Groups

Group for new mothers to share their experience and support one another through building community in the early days of parenting. Sister Circle Support Groups help give new mothers the opportunity to speak with other mothers to incorporate best reproductive practices and to build community fellowship. Meetings are free and childcare is provided at no cost.

• ​Location: African American Youth Harvest Foundation, 3rd Floor (6633 E Hwy 290, Austin)
• When: Sunday February 24th, 2:30-4:30pm
• For questions or more info: BlackMamasAustin@gmail.com

Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC)

CTMC hosts free support and activity groups. Support and activity groups include:  

• WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Weight Loss Surgery Support Group - Monthly meetings for those considering weight loss surgery, those preparing for surgery and for those adapting to the post-surgery lifestyle. Call 512.753.3511 for dates and times.  
  
• DIABETES Support Group - Benefit from the experience of others living with diabetes and get motivated to follow your self management plan. Meets every other Thursday evening. Call 512.753.3818 to get connected.  
• GRIEF Youth, Adult, Family and Individual Support - When you are grieving the loss of a loved one, support from others who are on this journey can give you great insight and healing. Call 512.392.1486 to learn about the meetings.  
• CAREGIVERS - CTMC Hospice knows providing care for an elderly or ill loved one has unique challenges and emotions. Call 512.754.6159 to learn about the Caregivers Support Group.  
• STROKE/BRAIN INJURY - Hope for Stroke & Brain Injury Support Group - Caregivers and survivors are not alone. Meet others who understand and can help. Snacks, drinks, support, information and compassion are all free. Learn more when you call 512.753.3539. 
• ​BREAST CANCER - Get support for the various emotions and decisions you face in your journey. A new support group is forming. Call 512.753.3553 to join. You can also join ‘Look Good, Feel Better’ Cancer Support Group - call 512.573.5760 for details.  
• ​AUTISM Society Support Group - Designed for parents and caregivers of people on the autism spectrum. San Marcos meetings cover school, camp, playdates, biomed and challenges. Visit www.centralautismnetwork.weebly.com or call 512.216.8424