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Finding Your Village: Local Support Groups for Pittsburgh Moms

Pittsburgh Mommy Resources: Our Favorite Local Mom Support Groups

By Emily Papa and Lisa Williams April 9, 2025

Motherhood is an incredible journey, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. Whether you're a new mom navigating sleepless nights, a seasoned parent looking for connection, or facing unique challenges, having a supportive community makes all the difference. Fortunately, Pittsburgh offers a variety of mom support groups—both in-person and virtual—where you can find advice, encouragement, and friendship. From postpartum and breastfeeding support to groups for working moms, single moms, and those parenting children with special needs, there's a space for every mother to connect. Below, we've linked some of our favorite Pittsburgh mom/parenting groups. 

Pittsburgh City/General

  • Pittsburgh Moms Connect: A community aimed at connecting mothers in the Pittsburgh area to share experiences, advice, and local resources.
  • Pittsburgh Moms: A platform providing a voice to all moms in Greater Pittsburgh, offering content to connect them with local and national resources. 

West

  • Burgettstown Moms: A group for moms in Burgettstown, PA, to set up playdates, share ideas and events, and offer a safe space to vent. 
  • Pittsburgh West Moms: Designed to support each other, love families better, and navigate parenthood together. All mothers, including grandparents and aunts, are welcome. 

East

South

  • Upper St. Clair Moms: A private group for mothers living in Upper St. Clair to connect and share local information. 
  • West Mifflin Mom Group: A place for moms in West Mifflin, PA, to come together, share good vibes, ask questions, and support each other. 
  • South Hills Mom Business: A community for moms in the South Hills area to connect and support local mom-owned businesses.
  • CANONSBURG Area Moms!: A group for moms and grandmothers to connect, set up playdates, seek advice, share local events, and support each other.
  • Peters Township Moms: A community for moms in Peters Township to connect and share local information and events.
  • The REAL Moms of South Hills: A welcoming group for all moms in the South Hills, emphasizing open discussion without fear of unwarranted removal. 
  • South Hills Working Moms: A space for working moms in the South Hills to share ideas about balancing the demands of work and motherhood.

Specific Audience Groups

These groups provide valuable support and resources for mothers in the Pittsburgh area, fostering community and connection among local moms. Do you belong to a local moms group (in person or virtual) that is not on our list? We'd love to hear about it!