Supporting Families and Building Community with Momspiration412® Worldwide Ep. 2

In this episode, Christine Furman discusses the creation and growth of Momspiration412® Worldwide, a community and support network for families. She shares how the idea for Momspiration412® came about after a conversation with a dad who was feeling overwhelmed after welcoming their second child. Christine started by organizing meetups for families in the Pittsburgh area and eventually expanded to create a private Facebook Group to share resources and expertise. The community grew even more during the pandemic, with virtual support and activities being offered. Christine also talks about her move to Evans, GA and the launch of Momspiration706 Augusta. She emphasizes the importance of community and support for families and expresses her commitment to providing encouragement, inspiration, and connection to parents.   Quotes from today’s episode:  "Raising kids is challenging... so many new adventures that no one can prepare you for, even if you read all the parenting books." "It truly warmed my heart that I was able to be with my children while connecting other moms and educating their kids in a fun and meaningful way." "2020 caused live in person events to come to an abrupt halt but the community and support continued to grow even more." "Momspiration412® Worldwide will continue to support families and build communities both locally as well as virtually." "It truly is my mission to provide your family with encouragement, inspiration, and connection, while equipping you with resources and expert advice to help you effectively educate your kids in a fun and meaningful way." Takeaways:  Momspiration412® Worldwide was founded in 2017 in Pittsburgh, PA, with the goal of connecting and supporting families. The community started with in-person meetups and expanded to include a private Facebook Group for sharing resources and expertise. The pandemic led to the growth of the virtual community and the launch of the EduPlay® Learning Activity Kits. Momspiration412® Worldwide now has communities in Pittsburgh, PA, Augusta, GA, and a large virtual community. Christine Furman is dedicated to providing families with encouragement, inspiration, and connection, while equipping them with resources and expert advice. Thanks for listening! Let’s get connected!  Join the Exclusive Facebook group - Educating Kids & Connecting Families to connect with Christine, access valuable resources, and connect with moms from all over the world. https://www.facebook.com/groups/educatingkidsconnectingfamilies/  In the Pittsburgh, PA area and want to get connected? Join Momspiration412® Pittsburgh Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/momspiration412pittsburgh  In the Augusta, GA area and want to get connected? Join Momspiration706 Pittsburgh Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/momspiration706augusta  Connect on IG: Christine Furman https://www.instagram.com/ms.christinefurman/  EduPlay Learning https://www.instagram.com/eduplaylearning/   1Links:  Educating Kids & Connecting Families Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/educatingkidsconnectingfamilies/  Momspiration412® Pittsburgh Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/momspiration412pittsburgh  Momspiration706 Pittsburgh Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/momspiration706augusta