2018 Climb Out of the Darkness

Halyburton Park 4099 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC, United States

*CFAD will be participating in this community event. . . . It is FREE to register and join us on the hike. Come support maternal mental health! Click to join the Wilmington team: https://climb-out-2018.causevox.com/team/WilmingtonNC Raising money for the fundraiser is optional. Funds raised benefit Postpartum Support International. The purpose of the organization is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women and their families experience during pregnancy and postpartum. THE STORY:  Climb Out of the Darkness® is the world’s largest event raising awareness of maternal mental health. For more information: http://www.postpartum.net/join-us/climbout/

Expecting Mamas Circle

The Bump & Beyond 4712 New Centre Drive, Suite 106, Wilmington, NC, United States

Come chat with other pregnant mamas who are going through the same thing as you at this free pregnancy meetup! Expectant mothers are invited to pop into the group at any time to share their stories, ask questions, and connect with great area resources. Come enjoy a moment of peace and support in the midst of all the hustle and bustle of every day life. We're here for you to share your stories with each other and have any pregnancy or birth related questions answered in a supportive and caring environment. Our goal is to help you have a more rounded, joyous pregnancy, and a positive birthing experience.

Free

Wilmington Pride Fest

Tidal Creek Co-op 5329 Oleander Drive, Suite 100, Wilmington, NC, United States

*CFAD will be participating in this community event. . . . Tuesday night, join us for food, music, & more - PLUS a FREE outdoor film showing of Paris Is Burning at sundown. Celebrate with us! Come dressed up if you'd like. We encourage it, always! ;) Everyone is welcome at Tidal Creek and hate has no home here.

Free

Wilmington Birth Circle

The Bump & Beyond 4712 New Centre Drive, Suite 106, Wilmington, NC, United States

Let's talk about birth and babies! The monthly birth circle hosted by Cape Fear Area Doulas is a wonderful opportunity to share your birth story/stories in a safe and supportive environment, learn more about birth, or simply listen to others. (Sharing your story is completely optional and not a requirement.) Mothers of all ages, new moms, and moms-to-be are welcome to attend. Come be inspired and strengthened by the women in our community. Questions? Contact CFAD at contact@capefearareadoulas.org.

Free

The Big Latch On – Wilmington

USS North Carolina Battleship Park 1 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC, United States

*CFAD will be participating in this community event. . . . As part of World Breastfeeding Week, join the Port City Breastfeeding Project as they hope to break last year’s record of breastfeeding moms! Learn more about the Global Latch On: http://biglatchon.org. The latch time is 10:30 AM. The Global Big Latch On events take place at registered locations around the world, where women gather together to breastfeed and offer peer support to each other. Their friends, family, and community join this celebration to promote and support breastfeeding. Volunteers from within the community host each location. Hosting a Global Big Latch On event creates a lasting support network for the community. As a worldwide peer support and community development event, it aims to strengthen national and global support for breastfeeding and to improve the health of children and women around the world.

Free

Hampstead Birth Circle

Hampstead Branch Library 18676 US Hwy 17 N, Hampstead, NC, United States

Let's talk about birth and babies! The monthly birth circle hosted by Cape Fear Area Doulas is a wonderful opportunity to share your birth story/stories in a safe and supportive environment, learn more about birth, or simply listen to others. (Sharing your story is completely optional and not a requirement.) Mothers of all ages, new moms, and moms-to-be are welcome to attend. Come be inspired and strengthened by the women in our community. Questions? Contact CFAD at contact@capefearareadoulas.org.

Free

Wilmington Birth Circle

Wilmington Cooperative School 2166 Dexter Street, Wilmington, NC, United States

Join us at our new location! Let's talk about birth and babies! The monthly birth circle hosted by Cape Fear Area Doulas is a wonderful opportunity to share your birth story/stories in a safe and supportive environment, learn more about birth, or simply listen to others. (Sharing your story is completely optional and not a requirement.) Mothers of all ages, new moms, and moms-to-be are welcome to attend. Come be inspired and strengthened by the women in our community. Questions? Contact CFAD at contact@capefearareadoulas.org.

Free

Pregnancy Support with CFAD

Family Tree Chiropractic 914 South Kerr Avenue, Suite D, Wilmington, NC, United States

Navigating the season of our lives surrounding pregnancy and childbirth can be challenging. But Cape Fear Area Doulas is here to support YOU, the birthing parents in our community. Join CFAD for this free meetup for all pregnant people at all stages of pregnancy. You can get your questions answered, seek suggestions about concerns you may be having, and learn about valuable resources within our community. Let's support one another. Questions? Contact CFAD at contact@capefearareadoulas.org.

Free

CFAD @ the Port City Pride Block Party

Castle Street Castle Street, Wilmington, NC, United States

Port City Pride is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Port City Pride Block Party on Saturday, September 1st, 2018 from Noon - 10:00pm on Castle Street in Wilmington, NC! Port City Pride Block Party is a free public event with talented entertainment, tasty food trucks, fabulous vendors, and an atmosphere of celebration for the entire family. Invite your friends and come join us for this great community event!

Free

Hampstead Birth Circle

Hampstead Branch Library 18676 US Hwy 17 N, Hampstead, NC, United States

Let's talk about birth and babies! The monthly birth circle hosted by Cape Fear Area Doulas is a wonderful opportunity to share your birth story/stories in a safe and supportive environment, learn more about birth, or simply listen to others. (Sharing your story is completely optional and not a requirement.) Mothers of all ages, new moms, and moms-to-be are welcome to attend. Come be inspired and strengthened by the women in our community. Questions? Contact CFAD at contact@capefearareadoulas.org.

Free