This three-week series is designed for expectant moms and their labor coaches.  Julie is an experienced labor and delivery registered nurse, and Lamaze instructor.  She will offer information on different relaxation and breathing techniques that will help you alleviate fear, and manage pain during labor.  Attendance for each of the three classes is important.  Bringing a friend or partner to help you during class is encouraged

Licensed counselor Alisa Clemons will describe how to develop a life vision which involves your professional, personal and spiritual life.  This class has Christian content.

 Maria White parent educator will explain how to Guide your children with love and patience. She will also discuss the effects of physical punishment, necessity of proper praise, and helping children handle their emotions.

Come and Learn How To: Place the food groups and learn why our body needs a variety of foods • Convert your favorite meals into delicious and nutritious meals • Read the food labels and use them to help choose the right foods for you • Use a budget to be able to buy a greater variety of foods each month • Maintain the foods you buy safe for you and your family. Food demonstrations done every week!  Guest Speaker Adin Ogbuaku is from Michigan State University’s nutrition program.

Guest speaker Kym Brown, a WIC breastfeeding peer counselor, breastfeeding mom, and entrepreneur promoting the beauty of breastfeeding, will lead an open discussion on successful breastfeeding

Representatives from the Institute of Population Health (IPH) will offer important information on maintaining healthy families.  Lunch is included.  Sign up for IPH’s community program will be available.

Janis Valenti will offer a platform for women to come together for a time of healing and hope.  She will offer biblical truth about overcoming past hurts and healing from physical, mental, and emotional abuse.  This class involves group discussion.  Please bring your bible.  Christian content.