Folks&Kin began in 2014 when a group of new moms found a common need for camaraderie and support through midnight email chains. It has now blossomed into so much more – we hope you find the support you deserve, as we strive to make this a community of love, learning and fun for all types of folks. Welcome!

Bristol came into the world of parenthood after a lifetime of working with kids. She has over 20 years of experience with preK-12th graders through summer camps, teaching, tutoring, and coaching. Bristol’s credentials include: master’s in education policy & management, PreK-12th teaching credentials, coursework in early childhood education, Kaplan-certified GRE teacher, and a passion for helping people have fun. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two sons, and has experienced the full spectrum of birth experiences, parent groups, schools, and mommy&me classes on both sides of LA. She loves talking about the best coffee shop and family hangout in your neighborhood, and is always looking for new recommendations for meetups.