Top 30 Parenting Listservs
No matter how many books and tips expecting parents may read, nothing fully prepares a new mom or dad for the reality of parenthood. Parenthood is wonderful, but it is also tough - full of long nights, lonely days, and lots of questions. From figuring out which pediatrician to choose to how to find the best place to consign your kids' out-grown clothes, parents need a network. Parenting listservs not only offer help and advice, but they provide moms and dads with an instant community. Read More ↓
Here's a list of some of the most active and engaging parenting listservs and websites from around the country. They were chosen based either on recommendations by users of local listservs or because they were among the most active networks on the internet. If your favorite isn't listed, be sure to nominate it! - The 5 Minutes for Mom Team
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WEST COAST | Green Lake Moms
Name of Founder/Moderator: Melissa Benaroya
Year Founded: 2005
Website: http://www.greenlake.dealmoms.com
Region: Green Lake area of Seattle, Washington
Members: over 1,800
Fees/Membership Requirements: No fees; must be a parent in the neighborhood (within 2 miles of the Green Lake Community Center) to be eligible for membership
About the network: Green Lake Moms is a private group and has grown organically. New members are typically referred by friends. Regarding why she started the network, Melissa Benaroya says: “As a new mom and a professional social worker, I knew that community and connection was key to easing the transition into parenthood. It can be a very isolating experience, and I needed and wanted to create a community for myself and others to help ease the transition.”
Why we love it: Green Lake Moms landed on our radar for being the most recommended listserv from last year’s nominations. We knew we needed to check it out and what we found is best summed up by founder Benaroya herself: “The culture of our group is one of acceptance of all types of parents and parenting. Since everyone feels respected, there is an innate trust in the other parents in our group.” The network has different features in addition to the listserv, including “Shameless Self-Promotion Day,” where moms can promote their local businesses, weekly virtual garage sales, and a local daily deals site run by members.
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WOW!!! Green Lake Moms has been selected as one of the top 30 listserves in the country!!!