NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Project Self-Sufficiency will host a Baby Beginnings event Feb. 25 aimed at helping pregnant women and parents of young children access health information and community resources.
The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday at the organization’s Newton location. Healthcare specialist Laurie Herrick will provide guidance on safe sleeping practices and bedtime routines for infants and toddlers. The program will also include free baby items, prizes and giveaways, along with lunch for attendees.
Participants will receive information about free and reduced-cost family activities, lead prevention, early childhood development and positive parenting techniques, as well as other topics related to early childhood health, safety and education.
“We are excited to be offering these innovative and fun gatherings to the community,” explains Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency. “Pregnant women and parents of young children have a great need for accurate information about a host of topics, and these Baby Beginnings Fairs will allow them to receive up-to-date health and wellness advice, as well as free items for baby and family.”
Representatives from several partner organizations are expected to attend, including DASI, Family Connects, NJ Safe Kids, Partnership for Maternal & Child Health, the SIDS Center of New Jersey, Sussex County Library System and Zufall Health Center. They will provide information about supportive programs and activities for families.
The Baby Beginnings event is part of a series that complements Project Self-Sufficiency’s programs for pregnant women and parents of young children, including home visitation services, monthly “Mommy Parties” and Parent Cafes.
Pregnant women and parents of young children can register by calling 973-940-3500.
