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New Parent Support Program
from November 2021 COE
by MCCS Okinawa
New Parent Support Program (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.
November 08 0815-1600 Camp Foster
Parents in Uniform:
There are many challenges related to being a military parent. This is a small, group-based class offered to parents at any stage of pregnancy. We recommend to take it earlier rather than later in the pregnancy, as we cover Marine Corps policies related to becoming a parent-housing information, legal requirements, community resources, leave policy, on-island child care options, DEERS, and other family readiness issues.
November 18 1500-1630 Camp Foster
Nurturing Parenting
This class is designed to empower individuals and families with knowledge, strategies, and skills to make healthy parenting and lifestyle choices.
Tuesdays 1330-1530 Camp Foster
Journey Through Pregnancy
This class is designed for expectant parents at any stage of pregnancy. It is a 4-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.
Thursdays Fridays 1330-1430 1330-1430 Camp Foster Camp Courtney
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) New Parent Support Program (NPSP)
Infant Massage
Learn massage techniques that help with gas, colic, teething, congestion and regulating temperature. Infant Massage is a great way for both parents to connect and bond with baby and also decreases the risk of Post-Partum Depression.
