PEP: Postpartum Education for Parents

PEP: Postpartum Education for Parents Sharing the highs and lows of parenthood! PEP is a nonprofit volunteer organization that helps parents navigate the joys and challenges of early parenthood.

The core philosophy of PEP is that there is no one right way to parent. PEP services welcome and support all parents in finding their own unique approach to parenting. In an effort to reduce the impact of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), PEP’s parent volunteers nurture growing families through this adjustment period by directing them to resources and facilitating the building of peer

support networks. Our mission is to support growing families in the Santa Barbara area with opportunities for education, encouragement, and social engagement in a way that is non‐judgmental, inclusive, and community‐based. Whether this is your first baby or your third, there is always a period of transition when a new family member is born. By meeting other people going through the same stage of parenting at the same time, an undeniable bond is formed. We have PEP Groups that continue to meet on a weekly basis for years and years, even through second generations! We’re thrilled when we see friendships form that last a lifetime. Our dedicated group of trained volunteers are passionate about serving Santa Barbara’s community of new families. We are proud to offer the majority of PEP’s services free of charge, and to be recommended by many local professional organizations. If you would like to find out more about the many wonderful services that PEP offers, please explore our website or feel free to call our Warmline with questions.

Parents don’t forget these camps are open and registration for others start in Feb! Check out our extensive Summer Camp ...
01/30/2026

Parents don’t forget these camps are open and registration for others start in Feb! Check out our extensive Summer Camp Directory. Don’t forget you can search by cost, type, hours, ages, and registration date!

https://5NlMHF.short.gy/pep-camps

🔗 in our bio

January 30th is Parent’s Mental Health Day (PMHD).PMHD is an annual event founded to highlight the crucial link between ...
01/29/2026

January 30th is Parent’s Mental Health Day (PMHD).

PMHD is an annual event founded to highlight the crucial link between parents’ well-being and family health. It exists to offer support, resources, and help caregivers manage stress, create digital balance, and strengthen family bonds. This day encourages parents to prioritize self-care, provides practical strategies for healthier routines, and connects families with mental health support services that can support well-being all year long.

It’s a beautiful reminder that taking care of you is also taking care of your family. 💙

We here at PEP know that when parents are supported, entire families thrive. Right now, many parents across the U.S. are burnt out, overwhelmed, and trying to manage far too much on their own. You are not meant to do this without support — and you are not alone. PEP exists to remind you that help, connection, and care are part of healthy parenting, not signs of weakness.

So on January 30th, we invite you to take a moment just for yourself. Give something back to you, even if it’s as simple as a quiet 20-minute walk, a cup of tea while it’s still hot, or a few deep breaths in the car before going inside. Small moments of care matter more than you think.

And remember, you’re doing amazing.💙

Right now, building community may feel like the only lifeline. As parents, we take on so much and try to protect our chi...
01/24/2026

Right now, building community may feel like the only lifeline. As parents, we take on so much and try to protect our children from a world that can feel overwhelming.

PEP is a free community for parents — a place to listen, to be listened to, and to lift each other up.

Are you expecting a little one? Our free Baby Basics class is led by experienced parent volunteers and covers the big to...
01/22/2026

Are you expecting a little one? Our free Baby Basics class is led by experienced parent volunteers and covers the big topics of newborn life, from feeding and sleep to soothing and behavior. It’s a welcoming space to learn, ask questions, and feel more prepared for what’s ahead.

Sign up at the 🔗 in our bio or at sbpep.org

Did you know your PEP Group can celebrate with cupcakes 🧁 once a year to mark another meetup together?We encourage you t...
01/18/2026

Did you know your PEP Group can celebrate with cupcakes 🧁 once a year to mark another meetup together?
We encourage you to enjoy cupcakes on us—PEP will reimburse you!
These PEP kids are turning 3 🎉
Thanks for sharing, PEP May/June 2023 cohort 💙

Special thank you to for hosting our meetup!

Commonly referred to as “PEP Groups”, our New Parent Discussion Groups are a great place to meet other families with bab...
01/16/2026

Commonly referred to as “PEP Groups”, our New Parent Discussion Groups are a great place to meet other families with babies the same age, experiencing the same challenges and joys that come along with new parenthood.

Group meetings are free-of-charge, facilitated by PEP parent-volunteers. Join us every Thursday from 10am-12pm. Held every week at the Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara, except the last one of each cohort held at the SB Zoo.

Our new Warmline number is (805)500-6228! Update us in your contacts too. Warmline is our parent-volunteer-answered phon...
01/13/2026

Our new Warmline number is (805)500-6228!
Update us in your contacts too.

Warmline is our parent-volunteer-answered phone line where you can get real-life support, resources, and answers to all your baby questions, from feeding and sleep to your first airplane trip. Just tell us what you need, and we’ll connect you with a parent who’s been there and can help.

Mark your calendars parents summer camp registration just opened and PEP’s extensive directory has all the camps with al...
01/13/2026

Mark your calendars parents summer camp registration just opened and PEP’s extensive directory has all the camps with all the details!

Start searching today, by age, type, cost, and hours! Brought to you by all the volunteer parents here at PEP. Have you made your summer camp plan yet?

🔗 link in bio

Spring Break and Summer camps are opening for registration soon!PEP’s extensive camp directory makes planning easy — fil...
01/08/2026

Spring Break and Summer camps are opening for registration soon!

PEP’s extensive camp directory makes planning easy — filter by age, hours, price, and theme to find camps your kids will love. Plus it’s completely free brought to you by all the parent volunteers at PEP.

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