Virtual event happening monthly on Feb 17, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 13, and August 17.

Connect, share, and process together the ebbs and flows of motherhood. We need a village. We need a safe non-judgmental space where we can express our struggles. We want to feel SEEN, HEARD and UNDERSTOOD. We need to know we aren’t alone. All mamas are welcome at any stage of life.

Erie Niagara AHEC Presents: Maternal Mental Health

Black Maternal Health Week 2024 with

Racquel Jones, LCSW, Psychotherapist, Lactation Consultant &

Sherrell McLean, LMSW, PMH-C, CLC

Moderated by Julie Rosinski, LCSW-R, PMH-C of WNY Postpartum Connection

Come meet new mom friends, enjoy coffee and snacks, learn about normal infant sleep and development from a certified infant sleep specialist, followed by a Q&A.

This virtual group consists of five 75 minute sessions identifying symptoms, learning coping skills and connecting with others who understand the impact of birth trauma. Fridays from 12-1:15 starting March 1. $250 for entire session. Insurance benefits may apply. If interested call Brittany at 716-220-8716 or email BrittanyRathmanLMHC@gmail.com

Are you looking to get the most out of your pumping sessions? Heading back to work and are just unsure the best way to use your pump? Do you want to connect with other mothers also navigating the world of pumping and motherhood? Then look no further; the Express Yourself: Mastering your Breastpump session is it!

In this unique, small group, hands-on session, you’ll learn about flange sizes, have the opportunity to try different flanges, learn how to optimize your pump's settings and troubleshoot common issues. This small group setting allows for shared experiences, questions, and support from other mothers

Conact Marissa Bierl of White Oak Wellness for more information

Virtual event happening monthly on Feb 17, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 13, and August 17.

Connect, share, and process together the ebbs and flows of motherhood. We need a village. We need a safe non-judgmental space where we can express our struggles. We want to feel SEEN, HEARD and UNDERSTOOD. We need to know we aren’t alone. All mamas are welcome at any stage of life.

Are you looking to get the most out of your pumping sessions? Heading back to work and are just unsure the best way to use your pump? Do you want to connect with other mothers also navigating the world of pumping and motherhood? Then look no further; the Express Yourself: Mastering your Breastpump session is it!

In this unique, small group, hands-on session, you’ll learn about flange sizes, have the opportunity to try different flanges, learn how to optimize your pump's settings and troubleshoot common issues. This small group setting allows for shared experiences, questions, and support from other mothers

Conact Marissa Bierl of White Oak Wellness for more information

Come meet new mom friends, enjoy coffee and snacks, learn about normal infant sleep and development from a certified infant sleep specialist, followed by a Q&A

Hosted by Baby Sleep Consultant Aleni Katsinis

Virtual event happening monthly on Feb 17, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 13, and August 17.

Connect, share, and process together the ebbs and flows of motherhood. We need a village. We need a safe non-judgmental space where we can express our struggles. We want to feel SEEN, HEARD and UNDERSTOOD. We need to know we aren’t alone. All mamas are welcome at any stage of life.

Valentine's day celebration with your closest girlfriends, enjoy spa experiences and shopping. Sponsored by Illuminate Health & Wellness.

What to Expect

Come in, sign up for 3 Experience Sessions, grab mocktails/ cocktails.

Loads of shopping + other surprises to come!

Leave feeling amazing!

Hosted by Danielle Hall, LMHC. Come connect with other moms and increase your village. This event is a virtual event taking place on Google Meet. It is a free event. For more information and to register visit https://www.dhallcounseling.com/

Fall Nov 2023 Nurturing Fathers Class Registration is Open!! Hey Dad, have you given thought as to where you are on your Fatherhood journey? Even if the majority of the time it's a smooth, enjoyable ride, sometimes there may be detours, back-ups and twists in the road which may throw us for a loop. That's where Buffalo Fatherhood Initiative can help. By attending the Nurturing Fathers Program class, you get the benefit of an evidence based, nationally recognized program which equips you with the tools and skills you need to be the best man/father/spouse/partner for your family. Nurturing Fathers is a no-cost program that help's fathers and father figures develop parenting/co-parenting skills and build healthy relationships. The classes will run twice a week starting Nov. 7th via Zoom. Reserve your seat non via this link: https://forms.gle/J7eVBfaicv1CecZL7

Creative Support for Caregivers is a virtual art therapy group using an open studio process for anyone in NJ/NY who identifies as a caregiver and is interested in developing a restorative creative practice for stress management. Whether it is someone in a helping profession, the “giver” or “caretaker” in a romantic relationship or among one’s social group, a parent of younger child(ren), older child of an elderly parent, or those “sandwiched” in between, this is THEIR creative space. Group objectives include: Creating a sense of community among those with similar experiences Combating feelings of emotional burnout/isolation Allowing a safe space to creative process “messy,” or ambivalent feelings about caregiving w/o judgment Developing a mindful practice for creative self expression Cultivating creative resilience skills including: role flexibility, creative problem solving, self compassion, and positive reframing Brass tacks: Begins Mon Oct 30 12p-1p ESTVirtual Cost is $50/group, $200/total for 1 month Minimum commitment of 4 weekly groups w/ possibility to continue, TBD Spaces are limited: Email sharon@cocreatearttherapy.com for questions and to register No artistic experience is necessary .

About Me: I am a trauma-informed, attachment-based, relational clinician with a virtual practice called Co-Create Art Therapy and Reproductive Mental Health serving New Jersey and New York. As a perinatal art therapist with almost 15 years of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting those who identify as caregivers–personally or professionally–in cultivating creative resilience to manage life stressors. My creative clinical approaches are grounded in principles of cultural humility, humanism, and the healing power of an empathic creative process. I also provide integrative arts-based wellness workshops to aid in burnout prevention and creativity development on the job for employees in both the public and private sectors. I'm currently involved with an ongoing partnership with the Whitney Museum of American Art and NYC Health and Hospitals system via their HHC Art of Medicine program, bringing creative spaces to public hospital settings. To learn more, please visit www.cocreatearttherapy.com.

Join BPPN for an open house! See their new location at 703 Washington Street and learn about the programs they have available to serve pregnant and postpartum families in Buffalo. RSVP to Denise - dhj@bppn.org or (716) 884-6711 ext. 1004

Dirty Bird Chicken BBQ Lunch Fundraiser to benefit BPPN: on Thursday, October 12th 11am-2pm. Enjoy a delicious meal that includes: 1/2 chicken, mac & cheese, roasted potatoes, & roll for $15. Add a sweet from Nothing Bundt Cakes. 3 sweet options for $6 *Drive-thru pick up at* Buffalo Prenatal Perinatal Network (BPPN) office 703 Washington Street, Buffalo 14203 (at W. Tupper) Order 10 or more meals to a business located in these zip codes 14201, 14202, 14203, 14204, 14209, 14213 & 14214 and delivery is $5 Please Order to ensure your meal: https://bit.ly/3PlNE3S Questions? 716-884-6711 or info@bppn.org Thank you to our BBQ Smoker Sponsor @cnyhomehq Home HeadQuarters https://www.homehq.org/

Hosted by WNY Perinatal Bereavement Network, the annual Walk to Remember is a Memorial Walk to honor the babies that have passed away due to miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant loss.

Hosted by Danielle Hall, LMHC and Stephanie Polyachencko, LMHC. A free event and free lunch for those who register. Join us for a playdate for moms of infants age 1-12 months.

New and expectant parents are invited to attend this special event hosted by the P3 Center for Teens, Moms and Kids, WNY Postpartum Connection, and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical center. Located at the Niagara Riverside Resort, 7001 Buffalo Ave, Niagara Falls, NY. Vendors, services, prizes, demos, and refreshments. $25 for vendors, $5 for guests and no fee for nonprofits or patients of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.

National Diaper Need Awareness Week is a few weeks away! Join us on September 22nd for an interactive workshop facilitated by Joanne Goldblum, Founder and CEO of National Diaper Bank Network to discuss the effects of basic needs and how we can best serve the families we work with as community leaders, clinicians and social workers.

Tickets are $30 and include buffet lunch and a copy of Broke in America.

Slots filling up fast!

Hope to see you there.

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