Who Do we Serve?
We serve:
- Children Ages 0-4 and their parents and/or caregivers.
- Our local parenting community.
- Community based businesses via collaborations.
- Non profits looking to collaborate or fundraise.
- Motherhood and Women Empowerment groups looking for event spaces.
What do we Offer
We offer:
- “mommy and me” style inclusive parenting classes.
- open playtime to meet other families
- curated environment.
- rental space for celebrations and events
- gatherings to support and empower parents, mothers, and women
Our Founder
Miranda Zoumbaris
Founder and CEO of The Emerging Parent
Miranda is a parent educator, group facilitator, parent coach, early interventionist, and entrepreneur. Miranda graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelors Degree and dual majors in Child Development and English.
After spending just over 13 years professionally in early intervention services as an Early On Michigan provider, Miranda left her home visiting career to care for her young daughters.
She grew a passion for small business ownership while offering community based classes and has a passion for serving parents, especially mothers, in early parenthood.
During her years as a parent coach in early intervention, she saw families who lacked informal support systems. The Emerging Parent was born out of the idea that no one should have to parent alone and parents need a place to go to build community.
Miranda is serving her community via classes and play/event space in the hopes of providing more accessible support for all through small business ownership at The Emerging Parent.
Come say hello!
FAQ
For your convenience, here are answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you can’t find the answer you are looking for, please feel free to get in touch and we’ll be happy to answer any question you may have.
We are located in Holt at in the Delhi Cafe Complex near the corner of Willoughby and Delhi Commerce Drive.
Our address is 4625 Willoughby Rd., Suite 5, Holt Michigan 48842
We require all guests and members to preregister for classes and open play sessions. You will be able to purchase your session and/or classes at the time of registration on our enrollment portal.
We do not keep a cash drawer on site for safety and security reasons and cash payments are not accepted.
A majority of our class require registration for the duration of the session. This allows families to engage in relationship building with one another and allows us to move through the material together with group understanding. Check each class description to be certain as we do plan to offer some drop in classes.
No outside food is allowed in The Emerging Parent during classes or open play to maintain an allergy safe environment.
We provide a complimentary packaged snack for each child and parent during open play and classes.
If your child has any special needs related to food, please reach out so we can accommodate you with an allergy safe snack/safe preferred snack food.
Drinks with lids are always welcome. We understand how important staying hydrated and having that cup of coffee to get through parenting life are.
Private parties are allowed to bring in nut free foods such as pizza or subs. Food must stay in the party room and hand washing is required before play.
No, We do not currently offer a membership program. We do offer discounted play packages that are good for a year or unlimited time. Check our registration page for Packs.
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Feel free to contact us using the information at the bottom of this webpage. We’re happy to talk with you.