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 Parent Support Meetings
 

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PLEASE JOIN US:

Informational meetings promoting wellness and positive attitudes towards a healthy pregnancy, gentle birth experience, successful breastfeeding and informed parenting skills including personal / infant / toddler needs.

 Parent Support Meetings
2007-2008

When: Every 3rd Saturday of the month

Time: 10:00am - Open

Where: Sturgeon Bay YMCA
1900 Michigan Street
Sturgeon Bay, Wi 54235

  
Fun and interactive "Hands On" activities planned.
Fun door prizes for all moms!
 
Group time will also include:
"Play Time for Babies" and "Talk Time for Moms".
 
Contact Kathy at doorcountydoula@yahoo.com or
(920)-743-6955 to RSVP this event.
 
Pre - registration is NOT necessary for participation.

 
Scheduled Meeting Times and Topics

October 20 - “Fun Cooking Tips for Mom and the Growing Family” and “How to Make Your Own Baby Food” using fall harvest foods! Topics include: When to Start Solids, Which Foods Do I Choose, How to Make Baby Food, How to Store Baby Food, How to Prepare Baby Food. A trip to the Farmers Market is planned. Door prizes for all participants!

 

October 27,Saturday - Moms Night Out - 5:00pm - Halloween Party - located at a private residence in Sturgeon Bay. Ghoulish treats for everyone!


November 10 - Guest Speaker ~ Pam Busch ~ Mobility Manager and Program Coordinator for the Door County Transportation Consortium ~ providing information regarding program which can help with car repair, car purchase, gas/taxi vouchers, driver’s education and simple adaptations for individuals with disabilities. This program is made available through the Women’s Employment Project Inc., from a grant received from the WisDOT.

 

November 17 - Holiday Parade and Celebration - Downtown Sturgeon Bay - Parade begins at 10:00am. Contact Ali C. at 559-2466 if you wish to participate in the parade.

 

November 27, TUESDAY   - Moms Night Out - Spaghetti Potluck Dinner - Everyone is asked to bring an ingredient to contribute. Contact Cassie at 1-920-264-6978 for details.


December 16 - "Holiday Celebration" including decorating Christmas cookies and holiday surprises! Location: United Methodist Church of Christ located at 836 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay. Time: 2:00pm - OPEN. A VISIT FROM SANTA IS PLANNED! Bring your camera!

 

January 19, 2008 – Guest Speaker ~ Christ Child Society ~ will address “Shaken Baby Syndrome” and “Managing our Frustrations”. Video and open discussion will follow.

 

January 24, Thursday – Moms Night Out – 6:00pm – Movie and Popcorn Contact Kathy at doorcountydoula@yahoo.com for details. Pizza dinner planned with fun desserts! Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!

 

February 16 - Video on Home Safety. Open discussion will follow. Each family will create a "Family Safety Kit”.

 

February 21,Thursday - Moms Night Out - at a private residence in Sturgeon Bay. "Hands On" Chinese dining experience planned. Contact Kathy at doorcountydoula@yahoo.com for details. Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!

 

March 15- EASTER EGG HUNT - 10:00am - 1030am WITH PRIZES! Guest Speaker ~ Sandy Brown ~ Birth to 3 Program ~ 10:30am - 12:00pm - will present “Ages and Stages” and “Watching Your Child(ren) Grow”. Fun door prizes for all participants.

 

March 20,Thursday - Moms Night Out - 6:00pm - "Good-Bye Party" for Nikki, Brandon and Hayden. Located at the Bridge Port Resort in the SUNSET ROOM. Bring your swimsuit and a movie!  Babies are ALWAYS welcomed! Questions? Contact Cassie at 920.743.4500.

 

April 19 - Guest Speaker ~ “A Healthy Approach to Discipline Techniques”. Learning new and creative ways to manage your household and daily stress levels.

 

April 24, Thursday - Moms Night Out - 6:00pm - at a private residence in Sturgeon Bay. Potluck dinner and fun activities. Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!

 

May 17 - Guest Speaker ~ A Day at the YMCA ~ “Programming and Scholarships”. Tour the YMCA while learning about programming options available for individual/child/family.

 

May 24, Saturday - Moms Night Out - 6:00 pm - at a private residence in Sturgeon Bay. Potluck outdoor cookout and fun activities planned. Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!

 

June 21 - Summer Vacation - Fun in the Sun Event - Activity will take place at Sunset Park in Sturgeon Bay at 10:00am. We will gather in the main play area near the large parking lot. Topics: TO BE ANNOUNCED. A picnic lunch is planned. In case of bad weather: event will take place at Hope United Church of Christ in the Nursery Room.

 

July 19 - Summer Vacation - Family Picnic and Campfire Activity planned. Family oriented games and activities will be provided. Event will happen at a private residence in Door County. Time to be announced. Bring your sunscreen and prepare to have fun. In case of bad weather: event will take place indoors. Contact Kathy for details.

 

August 16 - Summer Vacation - A Day at the Park - Playful "hands on" water activity is planned. Event will take place at Otumba Park in Sturgeon Bay at 10:00am - OPEN. Bring your sunscreen and prepare to have fun! Pack a lunch! In case of bad weather: event will take place at Hope United Church of Christ in the Nursery Room.


September 20 - Guest Speaker ~ “Lets Play” – Exploring creative ways to pass the days with your children through art, games, music and food fun.

 

September 25, Thursday- Moms Night Out - 6:00pm - Movie Night - Ladies Choice - Held at a private residence in Sturgeon Bay. Build your own sub sandwich planned. Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!

 

October 18 - A trip to the Farmers Market is planned. Door prizes for all participants!

 

October 23, Thursday - Moms Night Out - 6:00pm - Halloween Party - located at a private residence in Door County. Ghoulish treats for everyone! Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!


November 15 - Guest Speaker ~ “Routines For Baby and the Entire Family”. Fun door prizes for everyone!

 

November 20, Thursday - Moms Night Out - 6:00pm - Date and location to be announced. Babies are ALWAYS welcomed!


December 20 - "Holiday Celebration" including decorating Christmas cookies and holiday surprises! Location to be announced. Time: 10:00am - OPEN.

  

 

 

 
 
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Pregnant? Each meeting will provide information regarding: What is a Doula? How can a Doula assist you during your birth process? Comfort measure suggestions for labor and birth. Breast feeding education and support. Parenting skills. Private childbirth education options are available.


Certified Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator, Parent Educator and Nutritional Counselor will be on hand to provide support and answer any questions you may have.


Feel free to invite your support person, family members or friends.







 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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  Sponsoring the
"Hands Reaching Out"
Door County Teenage & Young Adult Parent Support Program
 
 
 
 
 

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Disclaimer:
The information contained on this website is designed for educational purposes only. The information is not meant to replace the recommendations or advice of your Doctor or Pediatrician. Please consult your care providers regarding you and your child’s  health care.
 
 
 
 

 

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