There are a range of support groups in Bangkok. Most are open to everyone, some ask for a small donation, and some require a reservation.
PLEASE NOTE : The groups listed here are run independently of BAMBI, except where otherwise noted.
This listing is provided for informational purposes only, and inclusion does not constitute endorsement by BAMBI. Please contact the respective groups for more information.
Pre- and Post-Natal Support
BAMBI Bumps and Babies Bangkok
For pregnant women, new mothers and their babies, Bumps and Babies holds regular talks on topics pertaining to pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and the postpartum period. A TENS machine hire is also available.
Look out for schedule information and updates on our calendar.
Location: Bumpsy Daisy, 3/10, Sukhumvit Soi 31, (Soi Sawadi 1).
Entrance fee per family is ฿150 for BAMBI members and ฿350 for non-members.
For more info and to be added to the Bumps mailing list for details of forthcoming sessions, please contact bumps@bambiweb.org.
BAMBI New Moon New Parent Meetup
For all new parents and babies. The New Moon team are there to support the transition into parenthood by providing a supportive and non-judgmental environment to share birth experiences and feelings about motherhood and parenthood. Meetings include a mixture of structured sessions with topics related to evidence-based postnatal and baby care, and some informal sessions.
Every other Tuesday, 9:30–10:30am at Bumpsy Daisy, 3/10, Sukhumvit Soi 31, (Soi Sawadi 1).
Entrance fee per family is ฿150 for BAMBI members and ฿350 for non-members.
For more info, please contact bumps@bambiweb.org.
Fertility Support Group
This is a group for those that wish to discuss fertility matters. The aim of the group is to create a meeting place to chat and share experiences and to offer support in a non-medical framework.
The group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at Hungry Pack on Sukhumvit soi 49 (Playscape) from 5-7pm. There is a secret group on FB: IVF Support Bangkok. Please message the page to be admitted by the admins. For more information please contact sheena@bangkokbabies.com .
Doulas in Bangkok
If you are pregnant and have questions about birth in Bangkok, need recommendations for doctors, hospitals and other care providers, or if you are considering hiring a doula, come and meet some of Bangkok’s doulas at ‘Choices in Childbirth’, a free, informal gathering on the fourth Saturday of each month, 10am-1pm at Kuppa, Sukhumvit 16. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/bangkokdoulas.
Sleepless in Siam
Sleepless in Siam is a breastfeeding support group—a place where women can meet, encourage, and support each other with breastfeeding issues. Sleepless in Siam meets every Friday, 9.30am to 11.30pam at Bumpsy Daisy, 3/10, Sukhumvit Soi 31, (Soi Sawadi 1). There will be a lacto doula present who can offer advice and individual support if required.
For more information, please email bumpsydaisybkk@gmail.com. FB page: sleeplessinsiam
Japanese Support 産後鬱などの日本語サポート
- 大手病院（日本語可）：バンムンラートやサミティベート病院の心療内科、バンコク病院のバンコクメンタルヘルスセンター。
- K&N Support Office：産後うつも含む、カウンセリングを提供。月～土、10時～18時。事前予約要：info@knsupportoffice.com, Tel: 093-020-1077。所在地：22nd Flr., CTI Tower, 191/41 New Rachadapisek Rd（BTS Asok/MRT Sukhumvit駅より徒歩10分）
- バンコクこころのでんわ：匿名で電話相談が可。日・月・火、10時～16時。Tel: 02-392-2680
- Cotree（コトリー）：日本発のオンラインカウンセリングサービス。https://cotree.jp/
Parenting
Adoption Support For Families In Thailand
There are many people in Bangkok who are adopting or have adopted a child. For more information please contact Amanda Degler via the group’s FB page, ‘Adoption Support For Families In Thailand’.
TWINS and Multiples Group
This group provides support and contacts for parents who have, or are expecting, twins or multiples. There’s also a weekly playgroup and a monthly dinner. The group is not just for English-speaking parents, they can provide support in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, etc.
For more information please contact Jessica Pelham on +44-77-1971-7279 or or jessicapelham@yahoo.com; Rhena K W Clark +66-80-805-2607; Nori Brixen +1-949-424-4606; FB page: Bangkok Twins Group.
Disability and Neurodivergence Support
LEAP (Learning and Educational Advocacy Program)
This group serves as a point of contact for parents in need of support, referrals and information concerning their children’s challenges, including learning disabilities, developmental delays, sensory integration and autism. For further information email leapbangkok@gmail.com.
Rainbow Room – A Special Needs Awareness Center
This is a group of parents, families, and friends of individuals with developmental and behavioral special needs, who come together to raise positive awareness by offering information, education, empowerment and encouragement through a ‘parent-to-parent’ model.
Meetings for parents of children with Down’s Syndrome held every 4th Wednesday of the month. Please see our activity on our FB page. We are at 11/13 Thonglor 25 Sukhumvit 55 Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Thailand.
For further information and to RSVP, please contact The Rainbow Room on 02-023-2396. Line Official : @therainbowroom
Support to Women
Beyond Boobs
Founded by two breast cancer survivors, Beyond Boobs offers information and support to breast cancer fighters and survivors in Bangkok. The group hosts monthly support group meetings. For more information, please see www.facebook.com/beyondboobsbangkok or email beyondboobsbangkok@gmail.com.
Bangkok Breast Cancer Support Group (BBCS)
The Bangkok Breast Cancer Support Group is affiliated with The Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer. Our small group of volunteers consists of healthcare professionals and breast cancer survivors. We offer compassion, emotional support, and up-to-date, evidence-based information to women who are living with or have been diagnosed with breast cancer. We are also committed to raising breast cancer awareness. If you, a family member, or friend has been diagnosed with breast cancer, or you just want more breast cancer information, we would love to chat.
Please contact us on : Raymonde 085-810-8208; bkkbreastcancer@gmail.com; FB: Bangkok Breast Cancer Support.