PEP: Postpartum Education for Parents
Navigating Parenthood Together: PEP Groups in Santa Barbara
Discover a supportive community at PEP (Postpartum Education for Parents), dedicated to providing Santa Barbara families with education, encouragement, and lasting connections. Join our PEP Groups, fostering deep bonds with parents in similar stages, and create friendships that last a lifetime, spanning generations. Parenthood is a shared journey, and we're here to make it a joyous and supportive experience for you.
Services
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Baby Basics classes provide valuable insights into postnatal care, offering expectant parents a comprehensive understanding of the options available for baby care. Tailored to acknowledge the uniqueness of each family, the classes explore diverse techniques to ensure the health and happiness of newborns. Embracing the belief that there is "no one right way to parent," the classes encourage families to discover the methods that best suit their individual needs.
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PEP’s New Parent Discussion Groups (commonly referred to as “PEP Groups”) are a great place to meet other families with babies the same age, dealing with the same issues, sorting through some of the same challenges, and experiencing the same joys that come along with new parenthood.
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The free Warmline service delivers confidential one-on-one support from trained volunteers who are parents themselves. Covering a range of topics from basic infant care to addressing breast or bottle feeding challenges and postpartum adjustment, the Warmline serves as a valuable resource for information and support.
(805) 564-3888
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We offer a postpartum outreach service to check on you and your baby, answer any questions you have, connect you with local resources (if needed). You will receive a call from one of our volunteers approximately 2 weeks after your noted due date.
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PMAD, or Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, describes a wide range of emotional and physiological reactions to childbirth. At least 10-20% of mothers suffer from this disorder. PMAD is more serious than the “baby blues”, which come earlier, are milder, and pass quickly. Visit our site for free resources.