Drop-in groups; Speed-dating for moms.

Drop-Ins are general playgroups in your community that have a variety of activies and have a leader to help guide the kids but you are responsible to watch your kids.  These are great for kids between 18 months and 5 years.  Especially if you have more than one kid its a great option for them.  You don't have to go every week and it isn't always the same people.

I am pretty outgoing but I find this much harder to make new friends because its like speed-dating for moms. You meet a mom, size up her kids, her and whether or not you could stand spending 2-3 hours with her and her children. Then if you like ask for her number and then hope you remember to phone her soon enough that she doesn't think you ditched her.

Some groups to look for:

• The Family Place
• Strong Start
• Community Centres