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BABBLING BABES

Where Milwaukee Area Moms Meet:

local resources, small businesses, meaningful experiences, and each other

ABOUT

Too much of parenting happens on a screen.

Algorithms tell us where to go. Sponsored posts tell us what to buy. But the best playground, coffee shop, pediatric therapist, or family tradition? Those are usually shared mom to mom.

That's Babbling Babes.

We're Milwaukee's community-powered guide to raising kids sharing trusted local gems, family-friendly businesses, resources, events, and the people who make this city feel like home.

But we don't just help you find them. We help you find each other. Every recommendation is an invitation to build real friendships, support local businesses, and create the kind of community that can't exist online alone.

And when our community comes together, we use that same parent power to support local families through volunteer projects, donation drives, and initiatives that make Milwaukee stronger for everyone.

Less scrolling. More belonging.

Who is a Babbling Babe?

If you have an open heart (no cliques or judgment allowed), a desire to be a part of a sisterhood of local women who are also moms, and believe in supporting local....

YOU are a Babbling Babe.

Upcoming Gatherings

Sat, Jul 18
No Country For Mothers Film Screening
Le Village Cowork Brewers Hill
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Jul 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Le Village Cowork Brewers Hill, 301 E Reservoir Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212, USA
ATTN: CHILDCARE SPOTS ARE FILLED. Join us for a screening of the film No Country for Mothers at Le Village Cowork in Brewers Hill.
Mon, Jul 27
Mom and Baby Coffee at Taxi and Tide
Taxi and Tide Imaginative Play Space
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Jul 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Taxi and Tide Imaginative Play Space, 4016 S Packard Ave, St Francis, WI 53235, USA
Meet other local moms with babies at the Mom and Baby Coffee Date! We will have the whole play cafe to ourselves w/coffee for purchase!
Tue, Jul 28
Park Play Date at Pulaski Park
Pulaski Park - Cudahy
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Jul 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Pulaski Park - Cudahy, 5400 S Swift Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110, USA
Hosted by The Cudahy Health Department. Meet other moms and littles at Pulaski Park. The meetup is cancelled if there is inclement weather.
Multiple Dates
Tue, Jul 28
Thiensville Farmer's Market Monthly BB Mom Walk
Thiensville Village Park
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Jul 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Thiensville Village Park, 250 Elm St, Thiensville, WI 53092, USA
Join us for the monthly Babbling Babes x MKE Mom Walk Co. walk at the Thiensville Farmers Market, proudly sponsored by Cultivate Your Wellbeing. Meet at the bandstand.
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Newborn Coffee Dates
Location is TBD
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Join our Mom and Baby Coffee Dates happening in cafes across the city. All information is shared in the off-social media app "The BB Village" For information and to join: https://www.babblingbabes.org/general-7
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No Country for Mothers Film Screening
Location is TBD
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Sign up to be notified for the No Country for Mothers documentary right here in Milwaukee. There will be multiple Mom-Only and Kid-Friendly viewing options in venues across the city.
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BB NICU Moms
Location is TBD
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Let’s support each other! For former and current NICU moms in the MKE area and surrounding suburbs.
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Mother's Day Gathering Waitlist
Location is TBD
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You will be emailed as spots open up for our 2025 Mother's Day Gathering.
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BB Coffee Shop Dates
Milwaukee
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Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, USA
Stay in the know about upcoming BB Coffee Shop Dates to make connections with local moms in local coffee shops.
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Mom & Me Tea Time
Milwaukee
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Date and time is TBD
Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, USA
Be the first to know about the upcoming Babbling Babes Mom & Me Tea Party!

We've Supported:

Local Mom-Supportive Businesses:

The Boys & Girls Club of MKE

Moms Mental Health Initiative

Milwaukee Diaper Mission

Moms & Babies in Ukraine

Kids Impact Community

One Hope 27

Fostering Community

Hunger Task Force

Little Sprouts Play Cafe

Harley Davidson Museum

Elite Sports Clubs

Close to the Heart Boutique

Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum

LaTerre Market

Milwaukee Public Market

BlackBear Children's Boutique

Neighbor Art Studio

Saint Kate The Arts Hotel

The American Club

The Trade Hotel

Nugget Nation MKE Play Cafe

Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea

Honor Pilates

Mend Yoga Studio

On the Rocks

Goddess & The Baker

Fiddleheads Coffee

Lake Effect Coffee Co

MARN Art & Culture Hub

Goodland Cookie Co.

Little Love Kohler

Black Birch Co

Scout Wine Bar

Ruby Tap

Spring City Wine Bar

Blend Coffee & Cocktails

Twisted Vine Wine Shop

Fernwood Real Estate

Arch Apothecary

DryBar MKE

Press Seltzer

Baby Jack

Lucy Bakes

Colectivo

Stone Creek Coffee

Ivy Illustrates

Autumn Silva Photography

Lottie Lillian Photography

Emily Barbara Photography

Stephanie Sanchez Photography

Jordan Lynn Photography

Yield Bakehouse

Raising Good Shop

Nourish Natural Products

Big White Yeti Candle Company

The Bitsy Bar

Abby Park Photography

House Wren Photography

Batter MKE

Bleu Sheep Charcuterie

Milwaukee Balloons

Jobea Bakes

7Seventy7

Greyhouse Creative Market

Northshore Wellness Collective

AJ After Baby Fit

Pop & Joy

Lauren Guhl PA

Katy Buckster NP

The Framed Narrative

Lisa Young Photography

Alme Design Co

Lakeside Natural Medicine

Machi Properties

Breathe in Motion

Yoga with Littles

Venture Wellness

Folk Song Farm

Elevate & Co

Camp Bar

Le Village Cowork Brewers Hill

MKE Clay Creations

Mequon Public Market

Aspen Sky Winery

SoLu Winery

The Real Good Life

Charcuter-Me

Crossroads Collective

Shanghai MKE

Mequon Public Market

Lift Pilates

Cavelier Wine Shop

Sunday Dough

The Corners

Classy Artist Box

Tupelo Honey

Happy Day Farmhaus

The Iron Horse Hotel

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel

Bartolotta Restaurants

Chick-Fil-A West Allis

TMJ4 Morning Blend

Supportive Non-Local Businesses:

Solly Baby Wraps

Kendra Scott

WonderFold Wagons

These businesses have opened their doors to BB moms, been a part of our Gatherings, and have supported local moms. They understand the importance of being a part of the village for local moms.