NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Project Self-Sufficiency will host a Baby Beginnings Fair later this month aimed at helping expectant parents and families with newborns access parenting resources, health information and community support services.
The event is scheduled for May 21 at 1 p.m. and will feature a cooking demonstration and nutrition presentation by Adaly Interian, who will discuss meal planning for children and families.
Organizers said the free event will offer information about early childhood development, parenting techniques, health and wellness services, and affordable family activities. Lunch, baby supplies, prizes and giveaways also will be provided.
The Baby Beginnings Fair is part of the Family Connects NJ program, which supplements Project Self-Sufficiency’s existing services for pregnant women and parents of young children, including home visitation programs, Mommy Parties and Parent Cafes.
“We are excited to be offering these innovative and fun gatherings to the community,” said 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 the Family Connects NJ 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 organizations are expected to attend the event, including DASI, the Partnership for Maternal Child Health, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Sussex County Library System and Zufall Health.
Project Self-Sufficiency encouraged pregnant women and parents of young children to register in advance by calling 973-940-3500.
