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Safe Sitter 9-2

$50

with Miranda Wadsworth, Family Birth Center MH Stephens Hospital

Calendar Jul 25, 2026 at 9 am
3 additional sessions through Nov 7, 2026

Safe Sitter Course is designed to prepare students ages 11-13 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. 

THIS CLASS IS LOCATED IN NORWAY, MAINE - IN PERSON

The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises.  Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR!

This nationally acclaimed program developed by Dr. Patricia Keener focuses on safety skills, child care skills, first aid & rescue skills, and life & business skills.  

Students are asked to pack a lunch & drink. We will provide snacks and drinks.  

Contact the Perinatal Outreach Education Coordinator with any questions: miranda.wadsworth2@mainehealth.org or 207-393-3462.

Safe Baby ~ Infant CPR

$30

with Ashley McAllister, Family Birth Center MH MMC Biddeford

Calendar Aug 29, 2026 at 9 am
3 additional sessions through Nov 21, 2026

It's never too late to take an Infant CPR class! This class is for parents, grandparents, childcare providers and anyone who takes care of your baby.

This is a non-certificate course through American Heart Association, Friends & Family program. Learn basic infant CPR & choking rescue for your little one.

The text Family & Friends CPR will be provided.

Make sure to register EACH PERSON attending the class so we can have a correct head count. Refunds for class cancellations include a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be given after class begins.

NOTE: THIS CLASS IS IN PERSON IN BIDDEFORD

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, Family Birth Center MH Lincoln Hospital

Calendar Sep 3, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536   **Class is located AT THE WATSON CENTER

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Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, Family Birth Center MH Lincoln Hospital

Calendar Oct 29, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536 **Class is located at WATSON CENTER

Understanding Breastfeeding

Free

with Candace Crocker BSN RN IBCLC, Family Birth Center MH Lincoln Hospital

Calendar Dec 16, 2026 at 4 pm

Our classes reflect Lincoln Hospital's dedication to our philosophy of family-centered care.  Classes are taught by an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant from the family birth center who will bring her knowledge and experience to her teaching.  We will review how milk is made, why breastfeeding is so important, feeding cues and positions and so much more.  We use short videos and discussion to ensure you and your baby are off to a great start!  Also covered is prenatal colostrum harvesting as well as hand expression, pumping and storage of breastmilk.  The class is informal and allows for open discussion.  Please call the Lincoln Hospital Family Birth Center for questions at:  207.563.4536  **Class is located at WATSON CENTER

Andy Cook Pediatric Behavioral Health Series

Free

with Cate Parker MS, RN, DipACLM, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick

Calendar Aug 27, 2026 at 7:30 am
1 additional session

THIS EVENT WAS RESCHEDULED FROM MAY 19 TO AUGUST 27. We apologize for the inconvenience.

 

Dr. Andy Cook Pediatric Behavioral Health Series 2026: 

Chronic Absenteeism & School Refusal  

  • Seminar 1: Understanding School Refusal, August 27, 2026
  • Seminar 2: Strategies, Systems, & Collaborative Responses, Date TBD
  • Presenters: Dr. Alyssa Goodwin, Jennifer Bowdish, RN, Caitlin D’Amour, LCSW

7-9 a.m., 329 Maine St, Brunswick

This series was created in memory of Andy Cook, MD, who dedicated his career to providing, improving and advocating for behavioral health services for children, adolescents and their families.

Providers are eligible to earn 1 CME for this seminar.

Registration is required.

MCH Lifestyle Medicine, 329 Maine St, Brunswick, ME, 207-373-6585

 

 

Boot Camp for New Dads Resource
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Boot Camp for New Dads Resource

Price not
available

with Maine Boys to Men, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland

Boot Camp for New Dads is a half-day workshop offered for new or expectant dads and people who identify as fathers. You will explore societal messages we receive about the role of dads and how you and your partner can move beyond these messages to become a team in parenting your baby. You will also have an opportunity to ask veteran dads questions about fussy babies, diapering, etc.

Please contact Maine Boys to Men for more information, dates and registration: 

https://maineboystomen.org/boot-camp-for-new-dads/

(207) 774-9994

 

Breastfeeding Support Group (2026)

Free

with Lactation Consultant, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland

This free peer support group is a great opportunity to meet other new breastfeeding parents in your community, share experiences, and receive postpartum and newborn care information and support. A lactation consultant facilitates the group and can answer your questions.

Please register here to receive information for this weekly group which meets on Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am in Falmouth. 

Please register for more information and location details.

Join anytime throughout the year. New members are always welcome!





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