JBaby

Expecting a baby or have a little one 0–2? Welcome to JBaby.

About JBaby

JBaby is a unique initiative of PJ Library that helps expecting parents and families with babies ages 0–2 find community, trusted resources, and meaningful ways to connect during the early years.

If PJ Library is where Jewish journeys begin, JBaby is where you take your very first steps. Growing your family—and figuring out who you are in this new stage of life—can be joyful, overwhelming, exciting, and everything in between.

Through JBaby, you can:

Meet other parents who are in a similar stage of life
Build local friendships through small groups and gatherings
Connect with experts and get practical information
Explore Jewish life and community in ways that feel meaningful to your family
Sign up for a PJ Library book subscription and receive free, Jewish-themed books for kids 0-8

JBaby welcomes all families, including interfaith, LGBTQ+, adoptive, multiracial, single-parent, and families of all abilities.

Meet other parents. Find your people. Build your village.

Not ready to join a program? No problem. Sign up to hear about what’s happening. You will be enrolled in PJ Library. Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll keep you in the loop about JBaby and PJ Library.

Help Us Get to Know You

The early years are a big deal. You don't have to do them alone.

JBaby offers small, welcoming groups and fun pop-up programs that bring parents of little ones together. You’ll share stories, learn from experts, and enjoy special moments with your baby—building lasting connections along the way.

Find Your JBaby Experience – Select One of the Options Below

I'm Expecting

I Have a New Baby

I Want to Meet Families Near Me

Connecting the Expecting

A monthly series of programs for expecting parents. Join us for conversations, experiences, and expert-led programs designed to help you prepare for baby, meet other expecting parents, and begin building your community before baby arrives.

Learn More Here

Newborn Small Group Series

Gather with other parents navigating the newborn stage. Come as you are for a relaxed opportunity to meet other parents, share the oys and joys of the early week/months, and get practical guidance from experts. For parents with babies 0-6 months.

Learn More Here

Neighborhood Small Groups

Our small groups are designed for parents and babies ages 0–12 months and offer an easy way to meet weekly, build friendships, and create your local village.

Learn more about small groups in these neighborhoods:

Your village can start with you.

Become a Host

Looking for opportunities closer to where you live? JBaby can help you host a gathering by providing ideas, planning support, and inviting nearby families with children the same age as yours to join.

Host a small gathering – usually 4-8 families – like a playground meetup, coffee, Shabbat picnic, holiday activity, or something entirely your own. No experience or big social network needed, just a desire to connect.

Let Us Know You're Interested

JBaby Pop-Up Events

Not every connection happens in a small group series.

Throughout the year, JBaby hosts many different events and gatherings for families with babies and young children across Atlanta—from seasonal celebrations and music to outdoor meetups, Jewish experiences, and opportunities to connect with other parents.