Greensburg Mothers Network

This is a comment frequently made by women who may personally benefit from what is shared at our meetings of the Single Mothers Network! If you are not married to the father of your child or children, you may find information about successful parenting, in general, and effective communication and coordination of efforts with the noncustodial parent to be very useful.

Don’t hestiate to contact Connie with any questions or concerns! Love to have you join us!

Participants in the Single Mothers Network make an ongoing pledge to keeping the personal content of what is shared in this support group confidential. This is essential, not only in respect to one another, but it creates a safe environment in which to share some of the overwhelming issues and concerns which confront these women on a daily basis. It allows the participants to disclose their life challenges, process them, and obtain invaluable feedback from others in the group. The process is structured to be constructive and growth oriented, strengthening the insights necessary to be an effective parent as well as continue to grow as a strong and capable woman. A few of the topics that have been discussed to date have focused on issues concerning custody and visitation, effective co-parenting with the noncustodial parent, childcare and the world of work, and the importance of creating an appropriate extended family support system. Since one member of the group is soon to become a new mother, conversation to prepare her for the labor and delivery process as well as the unforeseen adjustments in new parenthood have also discussed. Should you be interested in learning more about these topics, join us! Tuesdays, 6:30 PM at Greensburg United MethodistChurch.

The past month has been a whirlwind of ‘firsts’….first meeting, first greetings, first opportunity to begin to define the specific nature of what this unique group is all about! Every meeting begins with a familar reminder: participation requires a pledge of confidentiality, a covenant not to share with others anything about who was there, details about what was shared, etc. Entrusting ourselves to one another requires that we remain steadfast in this commitment to confidentiality, now and always.

While out in the Greensburg community, I happened to see the mother of one of the women attending Single Mothers Network. She knew I was the group facilitator and mentioned that she was pleased that her daughter was attending, but indicated that she felt somewhat perplexed. Without acknowledging whether her daughter had or had not been in attendance, I noted that it seemed clear she had some concerns and I would be happy to address them, if I could. She told me that she had asked her daughter who else was there, what they discussed, etc…and her daughter basically said it was good and walked off. Frankly, the woman was not sure what to make of that! This mother was not meaning to meddle or gossip, but was genuinely interested in the group and its potential to be of help to her loved one in some way. I explained that her daughter’s response was in keeping with our pledge for confidentiality, and I indicated that I was pleased with her daughter’s brief response. Put in this context, the woman understood and wished us well.

Our group is always available to those who want to participate. Questions or concerns? Email Connie@Greensburg MothersNetwork,org or call 812-222-9475

The challenges of single parenting have impacted on the lives of people across all socioeconomic conditions in our society. With heightened empathy and sensitivity to this issue, a number of local, caring people have recently extended a variety of kinds of support by which to assist in the successful establishment of the Single Mothers Network in Greensburg, Indiana. Be it in the form of words of encouragement, in-kind donations or financial support, your interest and efforts are most appreciated! Thanks so very much!

The first meeting of the Single Mothers Network will be held on November 3, 2009 at the Greensburg United Methodist Church. This support group for single mothers will meet weekly, on Tuesday evenings, 6:30- 7:40 pm. Childcare registration for participants can be reserved by calling the church office at 812- 663-LOVE. Meetings are open to mothers of all ages and are free of charge.

We are pleased to announce the founding of the Greensburg Mothers Network at Greensburg United Methodist Church. There will be childcare provided so come and meet other mothers!