Behavioral Health-Family Advocacy

Behavioral Health 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.

February 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.

February 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/