The Story of DFW Mom Society

In October 2024, Abby Rinzel, a Mansfield mom, set out to create a welcoming, low-pressure way for moms in her neighborhood to connect. At the time, the group was originally called Mansfield Mom Walk, a name that reflected its early focus on neighborhood walks in Mansfield. Abby organized the very first walk on October 8th, bringing together five moms for a casual stroll around the neighborhood that ended at a playground. What started as a small idea quickly gained traction.

To spread the word, Abby reached out to local HOAs and posted in neighborhood Facebook groups, inviting more moms to join the weekly neighborhood walks. As more women began attending, Mansfield Mom Walk quickly became more than just a local walking group. Moms started building friendships, planning playdates, and connecting outside of the walks. As winter approached and outdoor walks became too chilly, the group moved indoors to FieldHouse USA. This shift marked a major turning point, as attendance grew rapidly and highlighted the strong need for community and connection among moms across the area.

Inspired by the group’s growth, Abby partnered with her friend Allison Keng, who shared her passion for creating supportive spaces for moms. Together, they recognized that the group had expanded far beyond Mansfield. What began as Mansfield Mom Walk was now attracting moms from surrounding cities and hosting not only walks, but also playdates, family meetups, and larger community events throughout the DFW area. Because of this growth, they decided to rename the organization DFW Mom Society to better reflect the broader community they were serving and the variety of events they were offering.

Together, Abby and Allison formally renamed Mansfied Mom Walk to DFW Mom Society, expanding their mission to foster community among moms and their young children throughout the Metroplex. The name change from Mansfield Mom Walk to DFW Mom Society represented the incredible evolution of the group—from a small neighborhood walking club into a thriving regional nonprofit that connects families across multiple surrounding cities. The group began meeting at local parks to accommodate more moms, children, and activities. With significant support from friend and advocate Alisha Thomas, DFW Mom Society became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, enabling the organization to expand its impact through events, partnerships, and resources like its website.
Today, DFW Mom Society continues to host walks, playdates, and events across the DFW area, creating opportunities for moms to build meaningful friendships and support systems. The most rewarding outcome for Abby and Allison has been watching moms exchange contact information, form lasting friendships, and continue meeting outside of organized events. For them, success is found in these genuine connections and the sense of belonging the community creates.

Recognizing the challenges of postpartum depression and having experienced it themselves, Abby and Allison understand the transformative power of community. What started as Mansfield Mom Walk has grown into DFW Mom Society—a vibrant and supportive nonprofit where moms from Mansfield and surrounding cities can find encouragement, lasting friendships, and fun memories with their children.