Family Support Events
Our Maternal & Child Health (MCH) team here at North Shore Health Department host a few events throughout the year that support families in various ways.
Parent Social Groups:
Our MCH team helps facilitate caregiver social groups, often in partnership with North Shore Libraries, to provide space to socialize, offer relevant public health information, and answer any questions about our MCH programs.
Visit our events page to see any upcoming social groups!
Breastfeeding Support Groups:
Our MCH team are Certified Lactation Counselors (CLC) and organize breastfeeding support circles for parents looking for group support.
Breastfeeding and infant feeding guidance
Pumping and milk expression support
Parent recovery and postpartum health education
Identifying common feeding challenges and when to seek help
Screening for postpartum depression and emotional well-being
Infant growth, feeding patterns, and normal development
Returning to work or school and feeding planning
Connections to ongoing lactation and community resources
Visit our events page to see if we have any upcoming breastfeeding support group events!
Visit our breastfeeding consultation page to learn more information about our programs & services.
Safe Swimming:
Our MCH team has hosted a safe swim day for children to learn life saving skills while swimming. This usually takes place at the Brown Deer Village Pond. Visit our events page to see if we have any upcoming safe swimming events!