If it takes a village to raise a child, Mamistad is here to help you find that village. Founder Cynthia Tinajero knows that friendships can mean a world of difference for new mothers experiencing pregnancy and parenthood for the first time. “This is one area where it’s not a good idea to do this all on your own,” says the former Falls Church resident, now based in Vienna. For nearly 20 years, Tinajero has been helping moms find a support system of women who live nearby and are due to give birth around the same time. Many groups have stayed in touch throughout their kids’ school years and some families even vacation together. The organization also connects parents for playgroups, records a parenting podcast and has launched chapters in other U.S. cities. –Adele Chapin
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