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New Parent Support Program
from April 2021 COE
by MCCS Okinawa
New Parent Support Program (NPSP)
Home Visits: Home Visitors work with families in a one-on-one setting to provide support and enhance parenting skills. For more information or assistance, call the New Parent Support Program office (DSN 645-0396 or 098-970-0396) or visit the MCCS NPSP webpage at: www.mccsokinawa.com/npsp/.
Baby Boot Camp: New Parent Support invites expectant mothers and fathers to join our one-day
Baby Boot Camp class. Topics include: infant development, self-care as a parent, infant safety, newborn care, and baby health. Baby Boot Camp is recommended for new parents, or parents with older children, and is recommended to be taken in the 3rd trimester.
April 21 0815-1600 Camp Foster, Multi-Purpose Room, Bldg. 439
Parents in Uniform: Marine Corps policies, including housing information, legal requirements, childcare options, and other family readiness issues through this small, group-based class.
April 10 1500-1630 Camp Foster, Multi-Purpose Room, Bldg. 439
Journey Through Pregnancy:
This class is designed for expectant parents at any stage of pregnancy. It is a 12-week class centered on the evidence-based InJoy Birth and Parenting
Education Program, covering topics of pregnancy, stressors, experiences, and preparing for your baby’s arrival. Offered on Camp Courtney, Camp Foster, and
Camp Kinser. Offered on Camp Courtney on Friday’s, Camp Foster on Thursdays, and Camp Kinser on Wednesdays. Please call to register.
Call to Register: DSN 645-0396 or 098-970-0396. The New Parent Support team consists of professional social workers and registered nurses with knowledge of the issues encountered by parents.
Visit the MCCS NPSP webpage at: www.mccsokinawa.com/npsp/
New Parent Support Program (NPSP)
Nurturing Parenting This class is designed to empower individuals and families with knowledge, strategies, and skills to make healthy parenting and lifestyle choices. Please call to register.
