Virtual Perinatal Mental Health Group
2025-01-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Virtual
This group is intended for pregnant and postpartum individuals up to 1 year postpartum.

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How do we take care of ourselves when we’re responsible 24 hours a day for someone else (or multiple someones)? It’s hard for everyone – and even harder when we’re also experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. You’re invited to join whether this is your first baby or you’ve done this before. You’re invited if you’re pregnant and curious about postpartum mental health, or if you’ve already had your baby and you need support and information. You’re invited if you have a history of depression or anxiety and are worried about how postpartum will go for you. You’re invited if you’re struggling, or if you just want to know more about boosting your mental health in pregnancy and postpartum.

Facilitator Molly Mendota has worked in the field of childbirth education and support for 20 years, is trained in perinatal mood and anxiety support, and is currently working towards licensure as a social worker. This group will provide peer support, psychoeducation, and mental health information and resources. It is not a therapy group, but is a good supplement to individual therapy. After you register, Molly will contact you for a brief phone conversation before your first group session to get a sense of your goals and needs.

The group meets weekly on most Thursdays, virtually. The link will be emailed to you after you register. You may come to one session or for as many as you like. Guest speakers will occasionally join the group. This group is 100% free for all and is currently funded by a Sophia Travis Grant from Monroe County Government.

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Drop-in Open Hours
2025-01-31 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-02-03 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-18 09:30 - 18:00, 2025-02-05 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-02-04 09:30 - 18:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Come on in to Tandem during open hours to drink tea with us, bring your playgroup, get out of the house, access resources and get great tips and tricks from our staff!!

Perinatal Mental Health Support Group
2025-03-17 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
How do we take care of ourselves when we’re responsible 24 hours a day for someone else (or multiple someones)? It’s hard for everyone – and even harder when we’re also experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. You’re invited to join whether this is your first baby or you’ve done this before. You’re invited if you’re pregnant and curious about postpartum mental health, or if you’ve already had your baby and you need support and information. You’re invited if you have a history of depression or anxiety and are worried about how postpartum will go for you. You’re invited if you’re struggling, or if you just want to know more about boosting your mental health in pregnancy and postpartum.

Facilitator Molly Mendota has worked in the field of childbirth education and support for 20 years, is trained in perinatal mood and anxiety support, and is currently working towards licensure as a social worker. This group will provide peer support, psychoeducation, and mental health information and resources. It is not a therapy group, but is a good supplement to individual therapy. After you register, Molly will contact you for a brief phone conversation before your first group session to get a sense of your goals and needs.

The group meets weekly on most Mondays, in-person at Tandem. You may come to one session or for as many as you like. Guest speakers will occasionally join the group. This group is fully funded by the Community Catalyst Grant and is 100% free for all.

There is also now a separate group meeting on Thursdays, in-person and a virtual group on Thursdays, as well.

Register here: Perinatal Mental Health Support Group

Baby Movement
2025-02-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Tandem interns and volunteers will guide exercises to connect with your baby and support their movement development, covering prenatal through preschool ages. This is a free, drop-in event – no registration required!

Dads and Partners Group
2025-02-19 16:30 - 18:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Parenthood is a journey that doesn’t just affect the person who gave birth. Facilitated by Te Silva, come join the group that focuses on dads, step dads, or partners that didn’t give birth. Meet other people in the same situation as you, make friends, and have camaraderie with one another. This group meets every other Wednesday from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. Email admin@tandembloomington.org if you are interested in attending or have questions. Registration not required in advance.

Drop-in Open Hours
2025-02-06 11:00 - 15:30 | IN

Baby Play with Tandem at MCPL
2025-02-21 13:30 - 14:30 | Monroe County Public Library, 303 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, Indiana, 47408, United States
Play, learn, and get to know other parents at this low-key event! We’ll have sensory toys and other manipulatives to facilitate a fun time for all. There will also be an opportunity to talk about baby health, safety, postpartum care, and literacy with Tandem Postpartum Doulas. Drop in.

Ages birth-2. Siblings welcome.

Parent Peer Support Group
2025-03-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Becoming a parent is one of life’s biggest transitions. Whether it’s your first child or you’re a seasoned parent, bringing home a new member to your family is full of ups and downs and a steady stream of changes to your lifestyle and family dynamics. Join us for an opportunity to sit down with other parents and soon to be parents to discuss, laugh, and commiserate over the experience of caring for baby.

Intended for pregnancy through the first year postpartum. Birthing parent, partner, and baby are all welcome. A variety of topics will be discussed: changes to your identity, sleep, feeding, relationships, siblings, self-care, and much more. Facilitated by postpartum doula, Margo Brennan.

Queer Family Social Hour
2025-03-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Join us at Tandem to connect with other LGBTQIA+ families in the community! Come together for potluck-styles snacks and socializing.

Toddler Parents Support Group
2025-02-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Is your baby approaching (or past) their first birthday? We have a toddler parents support group for you! Facilitated by Tara Green, meeting at Tandem on every other Wednesday from 4:30-6:00pm.

Silent Auction - Fund the Free Room and Hoosier Diaper Program
2025-03-29 08:00 - 2025-04-26 20:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Drop-in at Tandem to bid on amazing products! We’ve got great baby shower gifts, massage gift cards, and more! Get your Mother’s Day shopping done early!

Bidding open anytime Tandem is open the public. Bidding closes at the end of the Tattoo and Delicious Food Fundraiser on April 26th.

Thank you to the following businesses for contributing to our silent auction:

Lotus Pilates

Wonderlab

CPR BTown

Pottery House Studio

In My Hands Massage

Autumn Pierce Massage

Baked of Bloomington

Touchstone Wellness

Bucceto’s

Bloomington Salt Cave

Board & Brush

Morgenstern’s

Drop-in Open Hours
2025-03-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Drop-in to access the free room, Hoosier Diaper Program, chat with a postpartum doula and more.

Tandem Presents: Black Quilters: Hard Topics, Soft Blows
2025-03-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Tandem, 2613 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47401, United States
Tandem Presents:

Black Quilters: Hard Topics, Soft Blows

Support Provided By Advancing Racial Equity (ARE) Speakers Bureau from Indiana Humanities

Join us for an evening with Tony Jean Dickerson, Founding President of the Akoma Ntoso Modern Quilt Guild of Central Indiana

Event Highlights

Talk by Tony Jean Dickerson, Ed.D. followed by Q&A (Free)

Honoring Black and Indigenous Midwifery Practice in North America (Free)

Quilt Square Crafting Workshop (Free)

Mocktails ($)

Silent Auction ($)

Please RSVP!

Tandem is in the final stages of its community quilt project. The quilts being made by community members will be hung at Tandem in birthing and postpartum rooms – to serve as a visual reminder of the supportive community welcoming the birth of new families in our community. The talk by Dr. Dickerson on the history and significance of quilts, particularly rooted in the African American tradition, holds immense importance for our community at Tandem. This topic offers a unique opportunity to deepen our understanding of cultural heritage, social connections, and the power of symbols, aligning perfectly with the values and goals of our organization.

Engaging in this talk will promote cultural awareness and sensitivity within our community. Understanding the history and significance of quilts in the African American tradition will broaden our perspectives and promote cross-cultural understanding and respect. The community quilt project itself is a testament to the power of collective effort and community bonding. Exploring the history of quilts within the African American tradition will further strengthen our sense of inclusivity, creating a space where diverse voices and stories are honored and celebrated. By delving into the history of quilts, participants will develop a deeper appreciation for the symbolism and meaning behind these creations. This newfound knowledge will enrich the experience of both creating and viewing the community quilts that will adorn our birthing and postpartum rooms.

Incorporating Dr. Dickerson’s talk into our community’s engagement with the Tandem quilt project amplifies the significance of the project itself. It adds layers of historical, cultural, and social meaning to the quilts, making them not just visual artifacts but also powerful symbols of unity, history, and shared experiences. This talk will leave a lasting imprint on our community, enhancing the impact of our organization and strengthening the bonds that tie us together.

Dr. Tony Jean Dickerson (she/her) was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, and has earned degrees from Lincoln University, University of Central Missouri, and University of Missouri-Kansas City. In 2019, after a successful thirty-year career in education she earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Kansas. She returned home in 2017 and became the lead faculty for Martin University’s School of Education’s Teacher Preparation Program in June of 2022. Besides teaching, Dr. Dickerson is a nationally recognized quilter and is a member of 8 local and national quilt guilds including the founding president of the Akoma Ntoso Modern Quilt Guild of Central Indiana.
