The Buggy Bunch Programming
Playgroups
Educational Playgroups:
Moms and their kids meet once a week for a fun and educational class. The free groups are designed for children ages 0-5, and encourage interactive play. Children in Educational Playgroups learn while singing, talking, reading, pointing, and engaging with each other and parents. One of our most popular playgroups offered is Sensory Playgroup.
Playtime:
Moms and their little ones come for some free play in the Learning Loft at The Buggy Bunch Family Center. Playtime allows children to have loads of fun in the Learning Loft while parents interact with and meet other parents.
Faith Development
Bible Studies:
Moms participate in one of our many annual Bible Studies while receiving free childcare. Past locations have included: Pathway Church, Vero Beach Church of Christ, Christ Church of Vero Beach, Trinity Episcopal Church, First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, St. Paul's Church, and Vincent’s Pizzeria.
Single Moms Ministry:
Single moms meet together for fellowship and support. Past events have included Single Moms Bible Studies (moms participate in Bible Studies while receiving free childcare) and Single Moms’ Night Out (we provide an evening out with free childcare). We also love on and support single moms and their families during the holidays through our Christmas Angel Program.
Children’s Ministry:
While moms attend Bible Study, children learn about Jesus Christ in a safe and loving environment. Snacks, crafts, and Christian curriculum are used to share the gospel in the most effective and strategic ways.
Intercessory Prayer Group:
Staff and volunteers pray for and with moms.
Bereavement Bible Study and Support Group:
Moms who have suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, tubal pregnancy, or infant loss meet once a month to encourage each other while participating in a Bible Study. Free childcare is provided.
Mentoring:
A formal network of mentors and mentees. Seasoned mothers are paired with moms dealing with specific issues like adjusting to mothering, divorce, addiction, abuse, special needs children, adultery, financial struggles, and more. This is typically incorporated into our Bible Studies in a group setting, but mentors and mentees also meet outside of Bible Study individually.
Fitness & Nutrition
Mommy & Me Exercise Class
Moms and their children meet for a 30-minute exercise class focused on fun fitness skills for kids of all ages.
Social Outings
On-line Community Events Calendar:
Events hosted by The Buggy Bunch or other community groups are posted at www.thebuggybunch.com.
Playgroups:
Moms and children meet at local parks or churches for two hours of socialization and playtime. Some playgroups are structured, like our Sensory Playgroups, Dance with Mom Playgroup, and Art Playgroup. Other playgroups are unstructured and held at parks and splash pads in the summer.
Movie Days:
The Buggy Bunch partners with local churches to put on a weekly movie during the summer for kids of all ages. Moms and kids can come and enjoy a free family-friendly movie and light snacks with other moms and friends.
Other Services
Diaper Closet:
The Buggy Bunch Diaper Closet provides diapers for moms in need. Our Parent Educator meets with moms to discuss family well-being, child development, to encourage parent/child engagement, and to receive referrals to local community partners when needed.
Marriage Enrichment:
The Buggy Bunch offers a variety of marriage enrichment programs and activities throughout the year, including Couple’s Bible Studies and Marriage Date Nights.
Food Tidings:
Organized by The Buggy Bunch, food tidings offer homemade meals from fellow moms upon the birth of a baby, illness, etc.
Speaker Series:
Moms enjoy gleaning from nationally known authors and speakers. Topics focus on Biblical truths such as rest, intimacy, relationship with God, prayer, etc.
For more information on any programming offered by The Buggy Bunch, please contact info@thebuggybunch.com or call/text 772-226-0066.
