Paloma House launched Jan. 29 at 10787 Oak St. NE in North St. Petersburg. This 8,000-square-foot facility on 1.8 acres targets women who need workspace, childcare, and wellness programs all in one spot.
Founder Sophie Moenter built this after she had her first baby and couldn’t find the support she wanted. Melissa Darr runs the place as founding director. What started as casual coffee gatherings became The Mom Collective, then grew into this brick-and-mortar location.
“When I became a mom, I realized how essential community is — and how hard it is to find one that feels real, welcoming, and inspiring,” Moenter told St. Pete Rising during a property tour. “I wanted to create a space where women could show up fully, without feeling like they had to choose between who they are and how they live.”…