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MSD PROUD From the shadow of the Parkland shooting, Douglas students shine a light into the eyes of the world — plus a father’s perspective, and advice for parents to help children cope with the tragedy.

SPECIAL DELIVERY Babies don’t come with a manual, so check out our list of resources in and around Broward County to help moms and dads navigate the journey of pregnancy and parenthood.

BOOSTING YOUR BODY FOR BABY The keys — and cautions — to a healthy pregnancy.

BEHIND BABY’S FIRST WORDS Helping toddlers speak may be as simple as striking up a conversation. ON THE COVER Emily Korn, 4, of Davie with her mom, Elizabeth Shown here with her sisters, Zoe, 8, and Layla, 6 Photographer: Lisa Nalven

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Entertaining and noteworthy things to see and do in every corner of Broward County.

On 8 hours of sleep, she’s super mom — but don’t ask her to boil an egg on 6. Confessions of a sleep seeker.

Celebrating Earth Day with green activities, from EcoAction Days at the parks to recycling the right way.

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The Other Mother’s Day MOTHER EARTH GETS HER OWN HOLIDAY THIS MONTH. HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO CELEBRATE HER. All Hands on Deck Since its creation 48 years ago, Earth Day, April 22, has grown into a global annual event with an estimated 1 billion-plus people in 192 countries taking part in what’s become the largest civic-focused day of action in the world. In our little piece of that world, parks throughout the county on three Saturdays this month offer opportunities to join in the Earth Day spirit by getting out and caring for the environment in a hands-on way. Called EcoAction Days, the free events invite volunteers 13 and older to clear natural areas of garbage and invasive, exotic vegetation and assist with habitat rehabilitation or beautification projects. Volunteers should dress appropriately with hats, long pants and sleeves and closed-toe shoes, as well as bring gloves, sunscreen, insect repellent and drinking water. Students are welcome and participation can be used toward high school community-service hours. Pre-registration is required, and all participants must fill out a workday volunteer application before participating. For volunteers under 18, parental signatures are required. At some parks, volunteers under 16 need a parent present during the event. Call the parks for further information. EcoAction Days are scheduled for: • April 7, 9am-noon: Fern Forest Nature Center, Coconut Creek, 954-357-5198; Long Key Natural Area & Nature Center, Davie, 954-357-8797 (ask for Kelli). Miramar Pineland, 954-357-8776. • April 14: Secret Woods Nature Center, Dania Beach, 9am-noon, 954-357-8884; Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield Beach, 8am-2pm, 954-357-5100. • April 21: Anne Kolb Nature Center, Hollywood, 9am-noon, 954-357-5161.

Recycling Right You try to do what you can for the environment. For one thing, you recycle religiously. But did you know that throwing those plastic bags into your curbside bins is not really helping? This is one of the many informative tidbits now at the fingertips of county residents on www.GreenBroward.com. The website is at the forefront of Waste Management’s recently launched initiative to engage and educate the community on sustainability efforts. Residents can also connect with Green Broward on Facebook and Twitter. “Green Broward is a multifaceted effort in Broward County to teach people to recycle right, include the public in our sustainability mission, and further engage our own team with the community in programs that will help make a difference here in South Florida,” says Tim Hawkins, area vice president of Waste Management Inc. of Florida. One such program is Waste Management Earth Day. From noon-3pm Saturday, April 14, families of children registered at 15 elementary schools are invited to Monarch Hill Renewable Energy Park in Pompano Beach to learn about recycling and the environment through crafts, landfill tours and other activities. Pre-registration is required for the free event, which is not open to the public. Visit www.monarchhillearthday.com to see if your child’s school is included. The park is located at 2700 Wiles Road.

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Eco-friendly Events EARTH DAY FESTIVAL Saturday, April 7 Family-friendly event featuring live music, children’s activities, giveaways, eco-friendly goods, bounce houses, food vendors and resources for greener living. Free. 11am-3pm, Sawgrass Sanctuary Park, 237 N. New River Circle, Sunrise, 954-747-4600 www.sunrisefl.gov

SCRUB-A-DUB-DUB CLEANUP AND HIKE Saturday, April 14 Join a park naturalist and help remove debris and exotic plants from these one-of-a-kind scrub habitats. All ages. Pre-registration required. 9-10:30am, Deerfield Highlands Nature Preserve, 701 NE 41 St., Pompano Beach, 954-357-5100

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION Saturday, April 21 Go green through art activities that include solar painting, creating a giant earth collage and exploring Chinese paper-making through a handmade paper workshop. Free with paid museum admission of $12/Broward resident. 10am-6pm, Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

WATERWAY CLEAN-UP Saturday, April 21 Part of a public awareness campaign to keep waterways clean, this effort takes place along the C-11 Canal. 8-11:30am, Davie Town Hall, 6591 Orange Dr., Davie, 954-797-1181 www.davie-fl.gov

EARTH FEST Saturday, April 21 Stop by the nature center for wildlife exhibits, guided tours, children’s activities and more. 9am-1pm, Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, 3000 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs, 954-344-1117 www.sawgrassnaturecenter.org

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Shining a Light from the Shadow The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students have captured the eyes, the ears, and the hearts of the world

hatever your feelings may be on the national gun debate re-energized by the horror of the Parkland shooting, there is one thing that’s not difficult to feel good about: the courage and resilience of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students. Before the last of the prayers were said at the vigils and funerals for the 17 victims, the students had already begun shining a light into the eyes of this nation and others. Their message? The shooting at their school must be the last one ever. Before cameras and congressmen, they delivered impassioned pleas for school security and gun legislation. They inspired walks, walkouts and marches. With the support of their families, they took it upon themselves to hang tough, even in the face of repeated death threats — and they actually succeeded in bringing the state Legislature to bear on enacting tougher laws. The students created a national consciousness of the competence of a generation that more often is associated with less commendable attributes. They’ve drawn almost universal admiration, including accolades and $500,000 donations from Oprah Winfrey, George Clooney and Steven Spielberg. Winfrey tweeted: “These inspiring young people remind me of the Freedom Riders of the ’60s who also said we’ve had ENOUGH and our voices will be heard.” But these students also accomplished something else — something that was almost unthinkable before the shooting. Unintentionally and singlehandedly, they’ve managed to change the perception of Florida in the minds of Americans. Thanks to them, our state can no longer simply be viewed as the zany punchline to a head-shaking joke. They’ve done us proud. What makes their accomplishments all the more impressive is that they’ve been forged with a resolve that defies compromise. “We make sure that we are calling the shots,’ junior Cameron Kasky said during a recent 60 Minutes interview, explaining that the group rejects offers of support if conditions are attached. “You can support us all you want, but if you think you’re going to get your hands on our movement, it’s just not gonna happen… The second we get an “if,” sorry, it’s gone.” And let’s not forget that these children of “the mass shooting generation,” as Kasky called it, are working from within the shadow of the lingering shock, terror and grief from that horrific February 14th. Its grip on their community remains profound and pervasive. “My children have had to attend more funerals than they should in a lifetime,” says Tricia Lovett, a Coral Springs mother of a Douglas senior, sophomore and three graduates. “This is beyond devastating. The whole town has been affected. There are no words anyone can say to make any of this better.” “I love the support for Douglas, the campaigns are amazing. But it’s sad it takes a tragedy,” adds Lovett,

who’s also had to deal with the fears of her Country Hills Elementary fourth-grader, who was in lockdown until evening on that day, and two of her bagel shop employees who were in a classroom where the shooting occurred. Against the backdrop of this crisis, the students’ plight and response has touched a national nerve whose impact continues to be felt — from grand stages such as last month’s Oscars, to ground-roots platforms like MomsRising’s campaign to persuade Congress to ban assault weapons (www.momsrising.org), to a variety of fundraisers like the GoFundMe that raised almost $3 million in three weeks for victims. Over a $1 million more was raised for the March for Our Lives they organized in Washington, D.C., on March 24 (after this issue went to press), with “sibling marches” around the country and in countries as distant as Japan. That march came on the heels of the National School Walkout exactly one month after the shooting, when students in at least 3,000 schools walked out for 17 minutes — one for each fatal victim. Schools and communities across the country have also in their own ways supported the studentinspired MSD Strong and #NeverAgain movements, such as the memorials and letter-writing campaigns at the Southern California private high school where our columnist Gregory Keer teaches. On the following pages, Keer gets to the heart of the school safety issue, probing deep into his parental responsibility to keep the lines of communication open and to follow the students’ lead. Also, author Gayla Grace shares her suggestions for how parents can help kids cope in the aftermath of such a tragedy.

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By Gregory Keer

work really hard at my public face. As a parenting writer and high school educator, I try to project steadiness, calm, wisdom and a little gentle humor. I call it my Atticus Finch persona, and it has been cultivated and is authentic. Most of the time. Some of the time, I lose my composure, usually with my own kids. They dissolve into their phones instead of looking solidly at me when I make conversation — that makes me upset. They repeatedly leave their clothes and dishes around for someone else to take care of — that makes me mad. They tell me to shut up, that I don’t know anything about the way the world works today — that makes me furious. In my worst responses, I’ve shaken the rooftop with my anger at not being able to control my kids’ negative behavior. I’ve apologized to them, explaining that my reaction is my own fault and admitting my mistake in letting the Hulk out when I should have called upon Atticus Finch a bit more. And I work daily at improving my responses, if only to demonstrate to them one of my chief life lessons: No one is perfect, but we must communicate with each other, above all else, if we are to resolve what makes us feel diminished, put down or left out. This central belief — in communication — is the main reason I write. It’s the main reason I am writing this today. I am writing to answer my children’s questions about why I, and my generation, have not made the world as safe as it could be. I am writing because I want my boys to know that I value their own efforts to figure out the problems of our time. I am writing because I need them to know that they, and their contemporaries who are speaking and acting with clarity and conviction, are showing me that they are ready to lead us to important changes for good. Sure, it matters that I am upset for the victims of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. I am mad at the narrow-mindedness of those who cannot see the benefits of taking automatic rifles off the market and committing to more effective gun-control regulation. I am furious at those in our society who do not truly value our children’s lives and their voices when our kids speak clearly, intelligently, humanely. But it is incumbent upon me, as a writer/parent/educator/sentient being with the blessing of the ability to reason, to at least attempt to make some sense out of the chaos of a world where children die in the very places that are meant to help them grow their minds and bodies enough to become the eventual caretakers of this society. If there is one thing I have realized by being a father, it’s that I learn more from my kids than they do from me. Sure, I have given them guidelines and tips to function as good, productive people. But they — in their clarity about fairness, capacity to forgive, and their passion for living for happiness and love — wipe away the fog that often clouds my vision through the sometimes numbing elements of work, money, responsibility.

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Helping Kids Cope When Tragedy Hits Home By Gayla Grace

s news unfolded of the horrific scene surrounding the Parkland school shooting — the deadliest since Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012 — I couldn’t help but think about my own high school son. How would he react to the news? Would it scare him to learn the shooter was a 19-year-old student? How do you make sense of yet another senseless killing? There are no easy answers when tragedy strikes — that’s especially true when it strikes so close to home. But we can help our children cope with their feelings with a few dos and don’ts. The biggest consideration revolves around how we, as parents, react to the event. Our children watch and take cues from us. Family psychologist Shannon Bruno, Ph.D., interviewed after the Sandy Hook tragedy in Connecticut, said: “If you make it seem like it’s something that needs to be discussed, the more your child will get the idea that it’s something they need to be upset or distressed or fearful of.” Here are other suggestions to help your child cope in the aftermath of tragedy: MONITOR MEDIA COVERAGE. Young children can’t process media replay of tragic events and may begin to think the event is happening repeatedly. There is nothing gained from allowing children to watch such media coverage. If older children are curious and look to the TV or their phones for information, monitor how much they watch and be ready to discuss what they see. BE HONEST AND SPECIFIC ABOUT THE EVENT. Don’t try to hide what happened. Our children need to understand the world they live in, based on their developmental age. But don’t overexplain, or dwell on the details of the tragedy. Answer questions honestly and give your children the freedom to ask whatever they need to defer their fears. EMBRACE THEIR EMOTIONS. Allow your children to “feel” their feelings. It’s OK to feel sad. It’s natural to feel some anxiety. Acknowledge their feelings with: “I understand this event makes you feel scared. I feel sad about what happened also.” Offer words of comfort to allay their fears or sadness. BE AVAILABLE AND OFFER REASSURANCE AS OFTEN AS NECESSARY. Let your children know they’re safe. Recognize their needs and respond accordingly — some children need more reassurance than others. My oldest daughter was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder when she was 5 years old. Throughout her childhood, she responded to difficult circumstances with more anxiety than our other children. My husband and I knew to always be available for her during challenging circumstances. Children are also more vulnerable if they’ve recently experienced major stressors, such as a parent’s divorce or remarriage or the death of a family member. RECOGNIZE WHAT FEELINGS LOOK LIKE IN CHILDREN. Younger children may regress to behavior they’ve grown out of, such as sucking their thumb or wetting their pants when troubled. Older children are more likely to show their feelings through a defiant attitude or irritability. Children don’t have the ability to

process feelings like adults. Watch for anything unusual in your children that could indicate they are experiencing high anxiety or fear. KEEP ROUTINES AS NORMAL AS POSSIBLE. Children thrive with routine. When tragedy strikes, it’s especially important to keep a sense of normalcy with school, meals and bedtime schedules. Children may have trouble sleeping or eating, which can help alert a parent to troubled emotions. DEPENDING ON YOUR RELIGIOUS PRACTICES, IT MAY BE HELPFUL TO PRAY WITH YOUR CHILD REGARDING THE TRAGEDY. My son and I have prayed for the victims of the Parkland shooting and their families, just as we prayed after Sandy Hook. It can be reassuring for a child to ask for God’s help for a distressing situation. SUGGEST DOING SOMETHING WITH YOUR CHILD THAT SHOWS COMPASSION OR OFFERS HELP FOR THOSE AFFECTED. Ask your children if they want to donate money from their piggy bank or offer help to the victims in Parkland. Many families sent cards to Sandy Hook to offer their thoughts and prayers for those families. Children experience a sense of wellbeing by showing compassion and offering help in a situation that appears hopeless. SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP FOR YOUR CHILD IF TROUBLED EMOTIONS DON’T SUBSIDE AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME. Mental health professionals are trained to help children of all ages cope with difficulties. Depending on the level of exposure to tragedy or other challenges, children may get stuck in their anxiety or grief. Don’t hesitate to find help if this happens.

Tragedies like the Parkland shooting carry a heavy weight to bear. They’re especially difficult for young children to understand. Helping our children process their emotions, while shielding them from graphic details, offers healing and the gift of hope to continue on their young journey with renewed strength to cope with life’s next challenge.

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My boys are full of imperfections, which are well-documented in my writings, but they know that emotions are complex, random, hard to deal with. They shout, cry, laugh and get sad, yet they are willing to talk about it. Sometimes with my wife and me, sometimes with friends, sometimes with their pediatrician. Yes, my wife and I taught them that this is important, that we are safe to talk to, even when we have opinions on when they’ve been right or wrong. Still, they have to walk this path of not holding inside what troubles them and of trusting that those meant to support them (their parents, teachers, health professionals) will see them as individuals who need safety nets, boundaries and guidance. These are boys who are able to access their feelings as well as recognize and reach out to others who exhibit feelings of sadness or distress. Feelings are more powerful than fists or bullets or any other vestiges of what some may see as strength or machismo. Feelings can lead people to bully others, to shut others out to protect oneself, and to a place on the wide spectrum of depression that our country is still largely clueless about. Feelings lead to actions and the sooner our children can learn to sort through them, the better off we will all be. Let me be super clear about something else I’ve learned from teaching and raising teenagers in particular — they want adults to set limits, even if their response to them is railing, screaming and taking off in the car. They need us to know we’re keeping them in bounds because their brains and emotions are a long way from being completely developed. They need us to buck up and not shy away from their temporary shields and emotional missiles, and use compassionate firmness to keep them safe and kind in this world. So, what else can we do, my friends in parenthood? What can we do for our children when faced with the breakdown in what we should have done to prevent tragedies such as the mass shooting in Parkland? We need to double down, dig way in on our efforts to make kids our No. 1 priority. We brought them into this world, and they have repaid us with a sense of fulfillment that outpaces whatever headaches they’ve caused us. Now, we have to listen to them and their cries for safety, fairness and reason. We have to let them take our hand down a path we started for them and allow them to show us what they need. We have to support them with making gun laws more effective and putting more trained security professionals on campus whose sole job is to protect them. We have to boost them with more teachers who teach, more guidance counselors who counsel, more adult professionals who have eyes and ears on them. America is painfully behind much of the First World in the area of financial commitment to education. We — need — to — be — No. — 1. And, again, we need to let our children lead us. Twice in the last year, my sons got me and my wife out of the house to march with thousands to speak out about human rights and dignity. They made signs, spoke to adults and walked miles and miles. No complaining from them. Why? Because they were leading. At my high school in the days following the MSD tragedy, student leaders in every grade organized memorials, assemblies and letter-writing to the victims and politicians who can help prevent the creation of more victims. With my children and my students, I have been proud to the point of bursting to provide support and guidance. But I have done little compared to them. They have led me and other adults. They have communicated their needs. And they have not lost an ounce of commitment. For myself, I know all too well how little anger does if I don’t channel it into action and understanding. My children have taught me more about that than I ever expected. I am forever grateful to them for that. I will show that gratitude by supporting their calls for a safer, better world.

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Special Delivery Babies don’t come with a manual, so here’s some of our favorite resources in and around Broward County to help moms and dads navigate the journey of pregnancy and parenthood.

Maternity Hospitals These Broward and south Palm Beach County hospitals offer maternity services. Information on births and programs was provided by each location. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Level is set by the state based on staffing and specialization, with Level III being the highest.

Broward Health Coral Springs 3000 Coral Hills Dr., Coral Springs Childbirth Concierge 954-344-BABY (2229) www.browardhealth.org/BHCS Births in 2017: 2,212 Birthing suites: 8 NICU Level: II Special programs/services: 24-hour onsite neonatologist and anesthesiologist, all private postpartum rooms, water birth, OB link, doulas, rooming-in, family-centered care, childbirth classes in both English and Spanish, pre-natal yoga and siblings class. After baby arrives, sign up for Baby & Me classes or Mommy & Me Yoga.

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Holy Cross Hospital

1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale 954-355-4400 www.browardhealth.org/MaternityPlace Births (July 2016 – June 2017): 3,574 Birthing suites: 13, plus two surgical suites Special programs/services: Broward Health Medical Center has been delivering five-star maternity care in routine and high-risk pregnancies for more than 75 years. Specialists including neonatologist, perinatologist and obstetric anesthesiologist are available around-the-clock. Hospital supports alternative pain management including nitrous oxide, hydrotherapy and water birth. The 70-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is certified as a Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center and offers specialists including neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, nurses and pediatric sub-specialties trained to treat infants.

4725 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale 954-771-8000 www.holy-cross.com Births in 2017: 707 Number of LDRs: 12 NICU Level: II Special programs/services: Baby-Friendly Designated birth facility. Services include childbirth education, infant safety & CPR, lactation education and support.

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Memorial Hospital Miramar 1901 SW 172 Ave., Miramar 954-538-5180 www.memorialmiramar.com Birthing suites: 18 NICU Level: II Special programs/services: Professionals help you through every stage of your childbirth journey — coaching and providing you with the knowledge and support to achieve a safe and

treasured experience. Sign up for perinatal classes, breastfeeding classes, lactation consultant, Lamaze, grandparent and sibling classes, Hypnobirthing, natural birthing classes and more.

Memorial Hospital West 703 N. Flamingo Rd., Pembroke Pines 954-844-7248 www.memorialwest.com Birthing suites: 12 Private Postpartum Rooms: 26 NICU Level: II Special programs/services: Nursing staff consistently ranks high with parents for compassion and professionalism. Lactation consultants provide bedside visits. Security officers located at all maternity entrances and exits. Childbirth and breastfeeding classes offered in both English and Spanish. Additional workshops for siblings, grandparents, car seat safety, baby care, infant safety, and CPR. A registered nurse is available for questions from all discharged patients.

Memorial Regional Hospital 3501 Johnson St., Hollywood 954-265-4484 www.memorialregional.com Birthing suites: 14 NICU Level: II and III Special programs/services: High-risk obstetrical care is offered through the Maternal Fetal Medicine and Neonatology Program. Lactation specialists provide breastfeeding support in the hospital as well as free consultations after birth. Special emphasis on preparation and support for parents, with classes in infant safety & CPR, baby care, boot camp for new dads, breastfeeding, infant massage, baby calming, prenatal yoga, and more. Hospital also offers nursing mothers support group, Dancing for Birth, and post-partum support.

Northwest Medical Center 2801 N. State Road 7, Margate 954-974-0400 www.northwestmed.com NICU Level: III Special programs/services: Northwest has a recently renovated maternity floor and the only level III NICU in northern Broward County. The nursery includes an advanced security system. Classes are offered in infant CPR & home safety, baby care, childbirth prep, breastfeeding and a breastfeeding support group. Visit Northwestmed.com/calendar to register.

Plantation General Hospital 401 NW 42 Ave., Plantation 954-513-6492 www.plantationgeneral.com Births in 2017: 2,216 Birthing suites: 9 LDR, 6 high-risk pregnancy rooms, 7 semi-private rooms,18 private rooms, 2 specious deluxe suites NICU: Level II and III Special programs/services: Private postpartum suites and deluxe mother-baby suites, advanced level III NICU, lactation services; childbirth, breastfeeding and CPR education classes, tours, Consult-A-Nurse and follow-up support.

West Boca Medical Center 21644 State Road 7, Boca Raton 561-488-8000 www.westbocamedctr.com Births in 2017: 1,768 Birthing suites: 18 private labor and delivery rooms, 10 semi-private and 5 private postpartum rooms NICU Level: III

Special programs/services: West Boca Medical Center is proud to be the first hospital in Florida to have the Joint Commission perinatal care certification and is the only Level III NICU in Boca Raton. Services include lactation consultant and support, maternity education series taught by nurses, and post-partum support.

Adoption Resources A Child is Waiting www.davethomasfoundation.org This free resource takes you through the typical 10 steps to adopt, from thinking about which type of adoption is right for you to celebrating adoption day.

Childnet www.childnet.us 954-414-6000

Florida Department of Children and Families www.myflfamilies.com 866-762-2237

Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adoption Information Center www.adoptflorida.com 800-96-ADOPT

Forever Family www.foreverfamily.org 1-888-365-FAMILY

Jewish Adoptions and Foster Care Options www.jafco.org 954-749-7230

Birthing Centers

Breastfeeding

Baptist Health Medical Plazas and Urgent Care

A Birth Center

Most hospitals offer breastfeeding classes, lactation specialists and support groups. In addition, check out these resources.

www.baptisthealthbroward.com • 6264 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs, 954-837-1010 • 4741 S. University Dr., Davie, 954-837-1050 • 15885 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines, 954-837-1300 • 1642 Town Center Circle, Weston, 954-837-1150 • 12472 W. Sunrise Blvd., Sunrise, 954-837-1240

3001 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale Beach 954-456-4682 www.abirthcenter.com Alternative maternity care for women who are anticipating a normal, low-risk birth. The team approach includes the client as an equal team member. Every effort is made to create the loving, intimate feeling of an at-home birth, while maintaining safety. Routine gynecological care also available.

Amazing Births & Beyond 17184 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach 954-610-9754 www.amazingbirthsandbeyond.com Expecting moms can learn the techniques of HypnoBirthing, a method that teaches relaxed, natural child birth education enhanced by selfhypnosis, through a series of classes at several locations. Additional services include Doulas, chiropractic care, yoga, massage therapy and more.

Hollywood Birth Center 2316 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood 954-925-4499 www.hollywoodbirthcenter.com A home-like maternity care unit designed to help families, including siblings, become involved in the events of pregnancy and childbirth in a safe personalized setting. Natural childbirth with the support you need.

Breastfeeding Helpline 1-800-994-9662 www.womenshealth.gov National helpline offers support from trained breastfeeding counselors in both English and Spanish.

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County 954-765-0550 www.hmhbbroward.org/our-programs This community organization is working to improve access to prenatal care, education, advocacy and public awareness for all families in Broward County.

La Leche League of Broward County www.llli.org Mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education.

Children’s Hospitals & Urgent Care After Hours Pediatric Urgent Care www.afterhourspediatrics.com • 5067 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, 954-267-1621 • 6250 Lantana Rd., Lake Worth, 561-963-4874

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Broward Health Coral Springs 3000 Coral Hills Dr., Coral Springs 954-344-3000 www.browardhealth.org

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital 1005 Joe DiMaggio Dr., Hollywood 954-265-5324 www.jdch.com

Memorial Hospital Miramar 1901 SW 172 Ave., Miramar 954-538-5000 www.memorialmiramar.com

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Miramar Outpatient Center 12246 Miramar Parkway, Miramar 954-442-0809 www.nicklauschildrens.org

Northwest Medical Center 2801 N. State Road Seven, Margate 954-974-0400 www.northwestmed.com

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Meet other like-minded moms through this international support network of Christian women with preschool children. Groups meet regularly at churches in Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, Coral Springs, Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, and other communities. Check their website for locations.

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Supermoms of Broward

401 NW 42 Ave., Plantation 954-587-5010 www.plantationgeneral.com

www.supermomsofbroward.com Local group of members who chat online and gather in real life, either via planned playdates, parties or other events.

Salah Foundation Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Broward Health 1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale 954-355-4400 www.browardhealth.org

Parent Workshops

Crisis Assistance

Teaches expectant parents simple hands-on techniques to quickly calm their babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cries. Offered monthly. Memorial Regional Hospital, 3501 Johnson St., Hollywood, 954-265-4484 www.memorialregional.com

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Women in Distress 954-761-1133 www.womenindistress.org Provides victims of domestic violence with crisis intervention, advocacy, support and shelter.

Infertility Resolve www.resolve.org A national nonprofit support group to assist couples dealing with infertility issues.

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888-540-5437 www.floridakidcare.org Free or low-cost health insurance for children, sponsored by the state of Florida.

Momsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Groups Coral Springs Mothers of Multiples www.csmoms.org Provides understanding, guidance, and education to moms raising multiple birth children.

MOMS Clubs www.momsclub.org Connect with other moms in your neighborhood for social gatherings, playdates and more. Chapters exist in many communities, including Coral Springs and Lighthouse Point. Email support@momsclub.org for locations, or get support to start your own club.

Mothers of Preschoolers www.mops.org

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Baby Calming and Infant Massage

Boot Camp for New Dads A unique father-to-father workshop in which a veteran dad shows new fathers the ropes on how to care for their babies. Memorial Regional Hospital, 3501 Johnson St., Hollywood, 954-265-4484

Baby Care Learn about caring for a newborn, how babies look and act, and when to call the pediatrician. Includes hands-on practice bathing, dressing and diapering a baby. Offered at Memorial Regional Hospital, 954-265-4484, memorialregional.com; Memorial Hospital West, 954-844-7110, memorialwest.com; and Memorial Hospital Miramar, 954-538-5180 www.memorialmiramar.com

Postpartum Depression MOMS (Mothers Overcoming Maternal Stress) 954-765-0550 www.hmhbbroward.org Program of the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition provides counseling and services to women suffering from maternal depression through group classes and in-home visits, both pre- and post-natal. Counselors available 24/7.

Postpartum Support International 800-944-4773 www.postpartum.net

Postpartum Support Online www.ppdsupportpage.com

Special Needs Child Find 754-321-7200 www.browardschools.com Child Find is a public program that works to ensure that all children who need special education and related services receive a free appropriate education. Serves as entry point for services from birth to age 5.

Mom’s First Choice

The birth of your child is among life’s most treasured moments. Each year, more than 11,000 moms chose to have their babies at Memorial Healthcare System’s Family Birthplace. You’ll find supportive, highly skilled physicians, nurses and educators dedicated to providing excellent care in a safe, comfortable, homelike environment. Thoughtful amenities and warm, beautiful furnished maternity suites are designed to help you, your baby and your family enjoy the experience of childbirth.

Patient- and Family-Centered Care The Family Birthplace at Memorial embraces family involvement and collaboration with our medical professionals, so you can share the joy of this exciting life event with your entire family. We provide: • Highly advanced security measures

• Online photo gallery

• Both private cord blood collection and public cord blood donation options

• Board-certified lactation consultations

• Sibling-friendly environment

• Lactation classes and education materials

Childbirth Education The Family Birthplace also offers the Expectations and Beyond childbirth education programs, which includes: • Pregnancy planning

• Infant CPR

• Childbirth preparation

• Special birthing classes just for dads, siblings and grandparents

• Caring for your baby

Find the exceptional care you deserve at the Family Birthplace at Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West and Memorial Hospital Miramar.

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Health Care Clinics of Nova Southeastern University

Support for Parents

3301 College Ave., Fort Lauderdale 954-678-2273 www.nova.edu/healthcare NSU offers a range of clinic operations with services ranging from medical care, psychological services, speech and communications therapy, hearing and balance center, and more.

954-377-1000 www.cscbroward.org Agency created by voters to provide leadership, coordination and funding for children’s services. See website for list of funded programs.

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Outpatient Center 2900 S. Commerce Parkway, Weston 954-385-6200 www.nicklauschildrens.org Not-for-profit center offers comprehensive evaluation and treatment of children with special needs.

Children’s Services Council

Family Central 1415 W. Cypress Creek Rd., Fort Lauderdale 954-720-1000 www.familycentral.org Not-for-profit agency offers childcare assistance, counseling, education, family therapy and more.

Unicorn Children’s Foundation Clinics Nova Southeastern University 3301 College Ave., Fort Lauderdale 954-262-CARE www.nova.edu/unicornclinics Expert clinicians provide comprehensive spectrum of services including development assessment, diagnostics, autism education, assistance with feeding disorders and parent training to deal with challenging behaviors.

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Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies Coalition 954-765-0550 www.hmhbbroward.org Community organization aimed at reducing infant mortality through education on maternal health, father involvement, safe sleeping environments and breastfeeding. HMHB is dedicated to providing resources and education to pregnant women, new parents and families.

The Parenting Place NSU’s Mailman Segal Center for Human Development, 7600 SW 36 St., Davie 954-262-7127 www.nova.edu/ humandevelopment The Parenting Place offers many support groups and classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and parents. Expectant families can prepare for their new addition, and new moms and dads can discover the wonders of their amazing newborn. The Parenting Place also offers support with sleepless nights, fussy babies, and willful toddlers. One-on-one parent coaching available.

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THE BEST INTENSIVE CARE. FOR BOTH OF YOU. There are a lot of things to think about when you’re having a baby. But the one thing you don’t want to think about is what happens if there’s an emergency. Our Perinatal Units are dedicated to women experiencing complications during pregnancy and is especially equipped to take care of both mother and baby. In addition to our expert network of specialists and staff, we have C-section rooms always available for emergencies, an anesthesiologist dedicated 24/7 to Labor and Delivery and a network of pediatric specialists who can formulate unique treatment plans if any health issues are detected before your baby is born. Having a baby should be an experience full of happiness. That’s why we are here, so you can rest easy and enjoy this most special of moments.

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BOOSTING YOUR BODY FOR BABY Staying fit and eating right are keys to a healthy pregnancy and baby — but be careful BY DENISE MORRISON YEARIAN

any pregnant women know that maintaining a moderate exercise routine and a nutritionally sound diet provide both short- and long-term benefits to the mother and baby. But routines and regimens that may be helpful during one stage of pregnancy may be detrimental during another. That’s what Hunter Clarke-Fields found. Before becoming pregnant with her second child, she led an active lifestyle. But when nausea and fatigue set in during the first trimester, she was forced to curtail her workouts. “Somewhere around 13 weeks I started feeling better, so I eased back into my yoga — which I had stopped altogether — and brought my cardio exercises up to speed,” she says, now 26 weeks pregnant. Although nausea and fatigue may compromise expectant mothers’ exercise routines early on, these side effects usually subside by the second trimester. As the fetus grows, however, they may find certain positions and movements increasingly uncomfortable, tiring — and even harmful. By the beginning of the second trimester, supine and inverse positions should be avoided, as these can restrict the baby’s blood flow, says certified Pilates instructor Mara Raskin. “During this time the hormone relaxin also kicks in, making ligaments looser and joints more vulnerable to injury,” she says. “And as the belly expands, the body’s center of gravity shifts and can cause stress on the lower back and pelvic muscles.” At this point, Raskin suggests, women should focus on the upper- and mid-back, shoulders and chest muscles. “This will support their shifting weight, help maintain posture and strengthen the muscles that support the spine,” she says. “Women should also strengthen the pelvic floor muscles by drawing them in and up with Kegel exercises.” Rose Willard does this. Now 14 weeks pregnant, the personal trainer has altered her routine to prepare for the road ahead. “I start with a five-minute warm-up on the elliptical trainer, followed by weight training — using less weight and more repetitions

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than before — to strengthen both my upper and lower body,” she says. “I then do transverse abdominal exercises to stabilize my spine and end with another 15 minutes of cardio, making sure my heart rate doesn’t exceed the recommended 140 beats per minute. To strengthen the pelvic floor and its muscles, I also do Kegel exercises.” These days Clark-Fields is focusing more on back and abdominal muscles to ease back pain and prepare for labor. “In addition to the back and ab equipment I use at the gym, I do a lot of balancing poses and planks to strengthen my abs and back. I also do cat stretches, downward dogs and some gentle side-to-side twisting,” she says. “As the pregnancy has progressed I just listen to my body, and if an exercise doesn’t feel right, I don’t do it.” Good idea, says Deborah Ehrenthal, OB/Gyn specialist. “If you’re in doubt or feel discomfort, don’t do it,” she says. “Most important, if you experience bleeding or pain, stop and talk with your doctor. It may be completely unrelated but it should be checked out.” During exercise wear loose, layered clothing and a supportive bra. Sip on water to stay hydrated, and precede and end your workouts with a small protein-carbohydrate snack to provide quick and long-lasting energy and maintain muscle. That’s what trainer Willard does. “I’ll have a natural peanut butter and jelly sandwich on whole-grain bread about an hour beforehand and a banana and whey protein shake afterward,” she says. “I’ve also added 300 calories to my diet per day and have increased the frequency of my meals because I’m always hungry.” Emily Moore, prenatal nutrition educator, says small frequent meals are a good remedy for morning sickness and heartburn, too. She advises women to eat six meals — one every two to three hours — and consume fluids between meals, rather than during. It may also be helpful to eat before getting out of bed. “To avoid heartburn, don’t lie down immediately after eating, lay with your head slightly elevated and avoid caffeine, chocolate and highly seasoned foods,” says Moore. “Another common complaint, constipation, can be prevented by increasing high-fiber foods and fluid intake and engaging in moderate exercise.” Moore believes good prenatal nutrition is paramount because it can affect the child’s metabolic and endocrine health into adulthood. She suggests choosing whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products. Also meat and beans are necessary for healthy cell development and supplying oxygen to the baby.

Prenatal Nutrition

Prenatal nutrition can affect the child’s metabolic and endocrine health throughout childhood and into adulthood, reducing the risk of obesity and chronic disease. Following is a list of recommended foods and daily servings for pregnant women. Supplement intake should be discussed with your provider or dietitian.

GRAINS. Choose whole grains such as brown or wild rice, whole

oats, quinoa, barley and popcorn. These contain fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that help regulate blood sugar and keep you feeling full longer. They also help to reduce constipation. Don’t confuse “wheat,” “multigrain” and “whole grain.” “Wheat” describes the type of flour; “multigrain” has different types of flour but may not be whole grain; and “whole grain” products are only required to be 51 percent whole grain. To receive the most benefit, choose products with 100 percent whole grain. Daily servings: 8 ounces.

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES. They are low in calories, high in nutrients and fiber, rich in antioxidants and other compounds, and contain vitamins A and C, as well as folate and calcium. Vitamins A and C are important to healthy cell development, and C aids in the absorption of iron. Iron and folate are found in dark leafy greens such as spinach, and iron is important in delivering oxygen to the baby. To get the most nutrients and fiber, eat whole fruits such as apples with the peel instead of apple juice. Also eat a variety of fruits and vegetables in an array of colors. Daily servings: 3 cups vegetables, 2 cups fruit.

MEATS AND BEANS. These provide iron and protein, important for cell-building. Choose low-fat or lean meats and poultry. Fish and

Omega-3 fortified eggs are good sources of the essential Omega-3 fatty acid, DHA, which is important to the development of baby’s brain, eyes and central nervous system. Fish high in mercury, however, have been known to cause birth defects. Good fish options low in mercury and high in Omega-3 include flounder, herring, fresh salmon, sardines, squid and freshwater trout. Avoid those with high mercury content such as shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, marlin, orange roughy, ahi, bigeye and albacore tuna. Vegetarian options in this category include dried beans and peas, nuts and seeds, eggs and soy products. To reduce the risk of food-borne illnesses, avoid raw or undercooked meats, poultry, fish, shellfish and eggs, and fully cook leftovers and ready-to-eat foods such as hot dogs and deli meats. Daily servings: 6½ ounces.

DAIRY. Milk, yogurt and cheese are excellent sources

of calcium, which is important in the formation of healthy teeth and bones. Adequate calcium can also reduce the risk of osteoporosis for the baby and mother later in life. Choose low-fat sources. Lactose intolerant women can get calcium through other foods such as almonds, dark leafy green vegetables, dried beans, tofu, fortified orange juice or soy milk, canned salmon with bones and sardines. Daily servings: 3 to 4 servings (i.e. 1 cup milk or yogurt, 1½ ounces hard cheese)

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BEHIND BABY’S FIRST WORDS Helping toddlers speak may be as simple as striking up a conversation BY MALIA JACOBSON

“I love.” Those were 1-year-old Dylan Janes’s first words, spoken shortly after his first birthday. (Say it with me: Awww.) He was right on track, developmentally. According to the First Words Project at Florida State University, parents report that 12-month-olds say from one to three words. Like Dylan’s mom, Tiffany, most parents of babies have to keep the video camera constantly at hand because this milestone is as exciting as it is unpredictable. Nobody knows just when baby’s first words will tumble out. Nor does anyone know exactly what they’ll be — except maybe for baby. Dylan’s brain was probably practicing these sounds for months before he made his heart-melting statement, according to breakthrough research from the Institute for Learning and Brain Sciences (I-LABS) at University of Washington. As with this finding, neuroscience is providing insight into our understanding of language learning throughout childhood.

SPEECH STUDY A study released last year suggests that infants’ brains are laying groundwork for early words and phrases as early as 7 months of age. Researchers used state-of-the-art brain scanning (called magnetoencephalography; it’s noninvasive and completely safe for infants) to record brain activity in the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for planning and coordinating the movements required for speech. Brain activation patterns in 7-month-olds and 11-month-olds indicate that their brains are hard at work on speech perception and speech movements long before the little munchkins actually speak. “What’s exciting is that we can now study early learning in a new way, using this technology,” says Sarah Roseberry Lytle, Ph.D., I-LABS director of outreach. “This imaging technology is completely silent and sits over the baby’s head like an old-fashioned hair dryer. It doesn’t require the baby to be completely still, and it doesn’t make noise that can upset them.” continued on page 34

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BRAINBUILDING So why do language-focused baby DVDs — even ones based on research and noble intentions — fail to deliver? According to NurtureShock, it may be because babies learn speech partially by reading lips, and most educational programming features disembodied voice-overs that don’t allow infants to pair the auditory signal with the corresponding facial cue. At 7 months, babies can begin to segment words they hear into phonemes, forming the building blocks of language. The caveat: They can’t perform this feat unless they’re looking at a face; if they hear a word while gazing at an abstract, it sounds like so much gibberish. So hearing the word “blocks” while looking at an image of blocks has less value than hearing — and watching — a parent say the word. So talking to your baby face-to-face is vital, and it has potential long-term implications in the acquisition and building of language and later academic success. But according to new research, it’s not enough just to send a barrage of words in baby’s direction in the parenting equivalent of a one-sided conversation. It’s important to pick up on baby’s cues, too. Researchers from New York University and the National Institutes of Health found that infants of mothers who responded to baby babble were a full six months ahead of those with less responsive moms. Echoing back a child’s vocalizations or picking up and naming an object that a child seems to be gesturing toward helps babies assign meaning to words, moving a baby toward fluent speech faster. In a Cornell University study, 9-month-olds with mothers who responded to baby babble in a back-and-forth, conversational way picked up and mimicked speech sounds faster than babies with less responsive moms. Another Cornell study found that “object labeling” in infancy — that is, pointing to an object and naming it after a baby’s gaze meets the object — is linked to increased vocabulary in toddlerhood. The well-documented “language gap” between toddlers with larger vocabularies and those with fewer words widens over time. To put the Cornell research into practice, observe what your baby is looking at (instead of what he’s trying to say, which is often misinterpreted, says Merryman) and name it: “That’s the kitty” or “See that tree?” Instead of wildly guessing about what a baby wants, it’s about following a child’s lead. Overzealous parents eager to stack the deck toward, say, a Harvard acceptance letter, take note: Researchers don’t recommend overstimulation. It’s not necessary to be in your baby’s face all day long. But responding and interacting naturally with baby in a conversational way has profound benefits, says Merryman. “Babies don’t need specialized toys or educational programming,” she notes. “They need responsive parents.”

The critical phase for learning sounds happens in the second half of a baby’s first year”

This research helps support school readiness in several important ways, says I-LABS co-director Patricia K. Kuhl, Ph.D., a UW professor of speech and hearing sciences. “I-LABS is working to understand the sequence of events that helps children transition from sounds, to words, to sentences, and then to reading. We’re now working to understand the step-by-step changes in the brain that make the child ‘ready’ for reading.” The findings suggest that so-called “parentese” — that sugar-coated, exaggerated speech parents often slip into when talking to infants (“Hoooow’s my liiittle baaaaaaaayyyyybeeee toooodaaay?”) — can benefit their speech perception at a time when new brains are rehearsing mechanics for speech, Lytle says. This doesn’t mean using baby-talk or made-up words, she notes. It means speaking distinctly and slowly to help babies understand.

WHAT DOESN’T WORK Other new research in early learning holds some surprises for parents, too. “The critical phase for learning sounds happens in the second half of a baby’s first year,” Lytle says. If babies’ brains are particularly receptive to speech sounds during this developmental window, then hearing certain words and phrases over and over should boost language skills, and language-focused educational programming should be a baby-brain boon, right? Except, it isn’t. Research shows that “educational” videos and television shows designed to boost infant speech development just don’t. In fact, they can actually hurt speech acquisition. In one study, each hour per day of viewing baby DVDs was associated with a 17-point drop in word recognition for babies 8 to 16 months old. In other words, spending an additional seven hours per week parked in front of an “educational” DVD robbed six to eight words from a child’s vocabulary. That’s significant, because the average 11-month-old boy only recognizes 16 words, according to NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children by Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman. In a study published in Pediatrics, viewing television from birth to age 2 didn’t correlate with gains in language or visual motor skills at age 3.

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Explore nature through stories, songs, arts and crafts and more. Ages 2-4. $5. Parental participation and pre-registration required. 10-11am. •April 3, MIRAMAR PINELAND, 3600 S. University Dr., Miramar, 954-357-8776 •April 12, FERN FOREST NATURE CENTER, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek, 954-357-5198 •April 17, WEST LAKE PARK, 1200 Sheridan St., Hollywood, 954-357-5161 •April 26, SECRET WOODS NATURE CENTER, 2701 W. State Rd. 84, Dania Beach, 954-357-8884

Butterfly Gardening Workshop SATURDAY, APRIL 14

The Tortoise and the Hare

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Puppets tell the tale of a great race between a lovable tortoise and arrogant hare. Recommended for ages 3-5. 10:30-11am, NSU ALVIN SHERMAN LIBRARY, 3310 Ray Ferrero Jr., Blvd., Davie, 954-262-4600

Disney on Ice: Reach for the Stars

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Join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy as they set the stage for a skating adventure with favorites from Frozen, The Little Mermaid, Tangled and Beauty and the Beast. Tickets start at $16.

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Based on the beloved comic strip, this show performed by Youth Spring Musical Group, sparkles as it depicts life as seen through the eyes of Peanuts characters. $15. 6 & 8pm, BROWARD CENTER

Florida Grand Opera Family Day

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MONDAY, APRIL 16

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Snoopy!!! The Musical

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Girl Choir

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The talented singers of the Girl Choir perform a free concert. Included with paid admission of $29.95/adult, $21.95/child. 1pm, BUTTERFLY WORLD, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-977-4434 www.butterflyworld.com

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Based on the beloved book, this show follows the story of Baby Bird who emerges from her shell and sets out in search of Mother Bird with some help from friends along the way. $14-$18 11am, 1pm, and a sensory-friendly performance at 3pm. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort

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Brazilian Voices: Colors of April FRIDAY, APRIL 27

Celebrating Women & Spring with their rich harmonies and powerful interpretations, the group performs hits by Marisa Monte, João Gilberto and Carmen Miranda.$35. 8pm, BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW

Learn to identify and attract local butterflies to your own backyard. Workshops are held indoors in the Grand Plaza. Free with admission of $29.95/adult, $21.95/child. 1pm, BUTTERFLY WORLD, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-977-4434

Shutterbug Photo Hunt SUNDAY, APRIL 15

Participate as a family in a Nature Photography 101 class followed by a photo hunt. Bring home a hand-crafted nature frame to display your best shot. $10/team. Pre-register one week prior to the event. 2:30-4:30pm, FERN FOREST NATURE CENTER, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek, 954-357-5198

Naturalist-Led Tour TUESDAY, APRIL 17

A naturalist-led hike through unique natural areas. Pre-registration required. Free. 9-10am, EASTERLIN PARK, 1000 NW 38 St., Oakland Park, 954-357-5190

Geocaching Adventure Series SATURDAY, APRIL 21

Join a park naturalist on a geocaching adventure while exploring the habitat. Pre-registration required. 9:30-11:30am, HELENE KLEIN PINELAND PRESERVE,

Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, www.browardcenter.org

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SATURDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 28-29

Talented Miami City Ballet dancers present Apollo, Concerto DSCH, La Valse. $20-$195. Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 201 SW Fifth Ave.,

Fort Lauderdale, www.miamicityballet.org

SATURDAY, APRIL 28

Could you survive on a tropical island? Learn basic survivor skills with naturalists at Deerfield Island Park, which is accessible only by boat, then compete in some fun challenges. Closed-toe shoes required. Registration required four days prior to the event. Ages 8 and up. $8/tribe member. 9am-noon, DEERFIELD ISLAND PARK, 1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach, 954-357-5100

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Multi-cultural entertainment and cuisine that salutes the diverse cultures in the Coral Springs area. Free admission, $3/parking. 11am-6pm, CORAL SPRINGS SPORTSPLEX, 2575 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs, 954-344-1063 www.coralsprings.org

Blue Wild Ocean Adventure Expo SATURDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 14-15

An expo for those who love the ocean, with marine artists, guest speakers, and exhibitors of freediving, spearfishing, scuba diving and underwater photography. $20/day. BROWARD COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, www.thebluewild.com

Family Fun & Resource Fair SATURDAY, APRIL 14

Bring the family for a day filled with games, raffles, entertainment and more. Free.

11am-3pm, REVEREND SAMUEL DELEVOE MEMORIAL PARK, 2520 NW Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale, www.cscbroward.org/broward-aware

Great American Clean Up SATURDAY, APRIL 21

Join other families for a beach or mangrove clean up organized by the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. Kids welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. 8-11am, SPANISH RIVER PARK, 3001 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-544-8615 www.gumbolimbo.org

Earth Day Activities SUNDAY, APRIL 22

Learn five things you can do to protect the planet, make a crown out of grass, create a suncatcher and play Earth Day bingo at this conservation-themed event. MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637 www.mods.org

Rally and Ride SUNDAY, APRIL 22

A Touch-A-Truck and Car Show featuring a variety of vehicles, kids’ activities, music, vendors and more. 10am-2pm, BERGERON RODEO GROUNDS, 4271 Davie Rd., Davie, www.davie-fl.gov

Pompano Beach Seafood Festival FRIDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 27-29

Lip-smacking event with food, arts and crafts, activities and a full lineup of musical entertainment. ALONG POMPANO BEACH, www.pompanobeachseafoodfestival.com

Pines Day

SATURDAY, APRIL 28

A fun-filled hometown birthday celebration with entertainment, a Royal Court Pageant, live music and more. The event recognizes the city’s 58th birthday. Noon-6pm, CHARLES F. DODGE CITY CENTER, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, 954-392-2116 www.ppines.com

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Bird Walk

Home Grown Concert

Learn about the natural area’s resident avian life during this excursion. All ages. Free. 7:30-10:30am, TALL CYPRESS NATURAL AREA, 3700 Turtle Run Blvd., Coral Springs, 954-357-5100

Enjoy this outdoor concert featuring Unchained, a Van Halen Tribute band. Free. COCONUT CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER BAND SHELL, 1100 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-545-6620 www.coconutcreek.net/events

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First Friday Jams FRIDAY, APRIL 6

Music students are invited to bring their instruments and join the pros of the Gold Coast Jazz Society for an old-fashioned jam session. Free to participants and spectators. 7:309:30pm, ARTSERVE, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-0805 www.goldcoastjazz.org

Bunny Puppets

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 6-7

Use shapes to design and create your very own bunny puppets that will hop, jump and bounce. Included with paid admission of $12/Broward resident. 10am-2pm, YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

Jazz Picnic in the Park SUNDAY, APRIL 8

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and snacks to enjoy a free outdoor concert. 11am-2:30pm, LIEBERMAN BOTANICAL GARDEN AMPHITHEATRE,

3801 Inverrary Blvd., Lauderhill, www.lauderhill-fl.gov

Starry Nights

THURSDAY, APRIL 12

Stop by for free museum admission, exploration and hands-on art projects. The event typically takes place the first Thursday of each month. Free. 4-8pm, NSU ART MUSEUM FORT LAUDERDALE, One E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-525-5500 www.nsuartmuseum.org

FRIDAY, APRIL 13

Tunes ‘N Trucks FRIDAY, APRIL 13

Grab dinner from the food trucks, then kick back on your blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy this monthly concert series. Food trucks begin serving at 6pm, music starts at 7pm. SUNRISE CIVIC CENTER, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, 954-747-4600 www.sunrisefl.gov

Music Under the Stars FRIDAY, APRIL 13

Enjoy the ocean breezes during this evening of music under the stars offered the second Friday of the month. 7-9pm, THE “GREAT LAWN,”Atlantic Boulevard & Pompano Beach Boulevard, Pompano Beach, 954-786-4111 www.pompanobeachfl.gov

Family Art Funday SATURDAY, APRIL 14

Experience art together as you make your own artistic turtle creation in this monthly family workshop. $5. Space limited; reservations required. 3pm, CORAL SPRINGS MUSEUM OF ART,

2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs, 954-340-5000 www.coralspringsmuseum.org

Moonlight Movie in the Park SATURDAY, APRIL 14

Settle in to watch a screening of SpiderMan: Homecoming under the stars.

Free. 8pm, WESTON REGIONAL PARK, 20200 Saddle Club Rd., Weston, 954-389-4321 www.westonfl.org

Free Arts

SUNDAY, APRIL 15

This monthly Family Day offers free admission to the gallery and interactive arts activities. ART AND CULTURE CENTER/HOLLYWOOD, 1650 Harrison St., Hollywood, 954-921-3274 www.artandculturecenter.org

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paper, oil pastels, and white pencils. Included with paid admission of $12/Broward resident. 10am-2pm, YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, 954-424-0085 www.youngatartmuseum.org

Superhero Party SATURDAY, APRIL 28

Dress as your favorite superhero and head to the library for an event that includes a comedic superhero-themed show, a trivia battle and more. 4-5pm, NSU ALVIN SHERMAN LIBRARY,

FRIDAY, APRIL 20

Kick back with an evening of live music under the stars. Free. 7:30pm, MICKEL PARK CONCERT PAVILION,

2675 NW 7th Ave, Wilton Manors, www.wiltonmanors.com

Movie in the Park FRIDAY, APRIL 20

Bring blankets and lawn chairs to watch a screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Movie begins at sundown. Free. COCONUT CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER, 1100 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek, 954-545-6698 www.coconutcreek.net/events

Family Ceramics Night FRIDAY, APRIL 20

Enjoy family fun time as you create a special ceramics piece with your child to take home that night. Pre-registration required. Call for fees. 6:30-8:30pm, COOPER CITY POOL & TENNIS CENTER,

11600 Stonebridge Parkway, 954-434-4300 www.coopercityfl.org

3310 Ray Ferrero Jr., Blvd., Davie, 954-262-4600

Family Night with Food Trucks TUESDAYS

Bring the family for a food truck event featuring kids’ activities and a variety of cuisine options. 5:30-9:30pm, PLANTATION HERITAGE PARK,

1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation, www.foodtruckinvasion.com

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FUN? For additional local events, check our online calendar at www.browardfamilylife.com

Celebrate the Universe

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 20-21

Create a beautiful cosmos with stars, planets, and galaxies by using black

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Secrets of a Sleep Seeker LIVING (AND DYING) ON LESS THAN 8 HOURS BY PAIGE WOLF

y relationship with sleep has always been tenuous. I am one of those people who require a minimum of eight hours to properly function. Yet, at the same time, I have a mind that races with obsessive thoughts, anxiety and preparation. I lay awake at night writing manuscripts in my mind and planning a week’s worth of meals. I rearrange my living room in my head and come up with the solution for peace in the Middle East. I try not to look at the clock because if it gets too late I will panic and take a sleeping pill, knowing that the following day will bring no rest for the weary. I need the mental and physical strength to take care of my children, run my business and get through a CrossFit class. I refuse to negotiate on any of these things and therefore sleep is the God I bow to. As long as I get enough sleep, I can handle whatever is thrown at me: sick children, insane deadlines, demanding clients, a Spartan race, cooking dinner from scratch, petitioning and fundraising for my kid’s public school — sometimes all in one day. I’m cool with it. In fact I thrive on it. Bring it on. But ask me to boil an egg on six hours sleep and I will collapse into a grief-stricken heap. In addition to my self-imposed sleep anxiety, there are the unavoidable life triggers that will throw me into a downward spiral. The period after childbirth was the worst. Loss of sleep was my biggest fear and it came true in a haze of on-demand breastfeeding, rocking and diaper changing. Even with the help of my incredibly supportive husband, my postpartum anxiety led me to deep depression until I found a way to medicate myself out of the darkness. Years later, my 2½-year-old daughter has decided she no longer wants to sleep in her bed, but on the floor in a nest of her

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own creation, built with pencils, dolls and books. Inevitably she wakes in the middle of the night screaming for mommy, unable to put the pieces of her sleep sanctuary perfectly back together. Often I’m forced to bring her into my bed and endure a night of shuffling, kicking and inexplicable wails. If I’m lucky enough for my daughter to sleep through the night, it will be my son who takes his turn at spoiling my sleep. After years of sleeping in darkness, he is now afraid to turn out the light or close the door. He will awaken because he heard an invisible noise, had a bad dream or peed the bed. But no matter how late they fall asleep or how many times they awaken, they will be up, bright and chipper, at 6 a.m. And if I haven’t slept straight through from 10 p.m., there won’t be enough coffee in the world to bring me up to speed. I have many friends who easily subsist on four hours of sleep. Night nurses who claim a quick midday nap is all they need. They look fine and function with perceivable ease. To me, their strength is something I could not achieve with all the weightlifting in the world. I am in admiration and awe of their liberation from sleep’s grip. As I write this I am on my second cup of coffee yet can barely keep my head up because I dared stay out past 9:30 p.m., enjoying a much-needed night out with a few of my mom friends. My daughter had her evening wake around 2 a.m. and my husband was kind enough to go console her. But the small disruptions rattled my night with terrors that caused me to yell out in my sleep. And, with that, I think it’s time to shut down my computer and go take a nap. Paige Wolf is the author of Spit That Out: The Overly Informed Parent’s Guide to Raising Healthy Kids in the Age of Environmental Guilt. She may have written it in her sleep.