Anoka-Hennepin Community Education

Parents, caregivers and babies, birth to 12 weeks, are invited to join us for our Newborn Parenting series. This is an opportunity for free weekly baby weight checks, to connect with other new parents, ask questions, or talk about concerns, gain professional advice, laugh, cry, and talk about life with your new baby. Classes are led by a licensed Parent and Family Educator along with guest speakers including WIC, Public Health, Lactation, Pediatrics, Early Intervention and Mental Health. Start anytime and come as many times as you like until your little one is 12 weeks old. Pre-registration is not required, but it does help us be more prepared. And, best of all, it’s FREE! Transportation is not available for Newborn Parenting. If you are in need of new baby support at home, a referral for a Home Visitor can be made by calling 763-506-1545 or email homevisits@ahschools.us. Topics include: Adjustment to parenthood Healthy attachment Feeding, Mastitis, and more Perinatal or postpartum mood and anxiety disorder (PMADS) Newborn general development Tummy time and Physical Development Illness in babies, immunizations and preparing for first colds Self-Care Returning to work, pumping, daycare Postpartum body care Language and Literacy

Your little ones will love exploring in a child-friendly environment discovering sensory activities along with songs and movements. Learning activities are planned for children on the move. Parenting discussions include responding to new behaviors and interests, language and brain development, and motor abilities along with other topics to help support you and your child. Come learn, laugh, and connect with other parents who are sharing the same experience. What is ECFE? Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) offers programs for all families with children from birth to grade 3. Programs encourage play and exploration which help children learn and develop. Licensed Parenting Educators provide parents and caregivers with support, information on child development, and community resources. Plus, you develop connections with other parents/caregivers who are sharing in the same experiences.