Connect & Play is a baby and toddler playgroup in Chicago suburbs.

Connect & Play is a community of mom and baby groups led by licensed occupational therapist Armi Grace Petersen, serving families in Orland Park, Burr Ridge, Lyons, and the greater Chicago area. The organization offers four distinct programs designed to support postpartum mothers and children from birth through age three. The 'Mom & Baby Classes' provide expert guidance on milestones like tummy time and rolling, while the 'Starting Solids' class offers a structured approach to introducing food for infants aged five to twelve months. Additionally, 'Playful Toddlers' addresses behavior and developmental needs for children aged one to three, and the 'Connect & Play' playgroup offers a low-pressure environment for open interaction and connection. All sessions are held at Faith United Methodist Church in Orland Park or Le Village Cowork in Lyons, IL. Registration fees vary by program, ranging from $10 for the casual playgroup to $50 for the solids class, covering two adults and one child. The groups operate on a final sale, non-refundable basis due to limited space and advance planning requirements. Participants are encouraged to bring their diaper bags with essentials, as all toys and materials for the sessions are provided by the facilitator.