Pregnancy and New Moms Virtual Support Group
2025-10-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
This virtual support group provides a safe space for pregnant and new moms with babies up to one year old residing in the following New Jersey counties: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren.
This group is online and free of charge.
Once you register, you will receive a reminder call or text from the support group facilitator 24 hours before the group as a reminder.

FATHER FOCUSED LEGOS FUN IN PERSON EVENT
2025-11-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Join us for a free in-person Father-focused workshop. Each Dad/father figure will get the opportunity to enjoy some one-on-one time with their children, bond over laughs, and get creative and build different artworks using Lego blocks while chatting and having snacks.

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY DIY FIDGET TOYS IN PERSON
2025-11-04 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Join us at the Unity Family Success Center for a fun in-person activity where children can create their own fidget toys like stress balls.

INFORMATIONAL WORKSHOP SELF CARE IMPORTANCE
2025-11-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
The Unity Family Success Center is hosting an informative workshop on the importance of self-care. Attend from beginning to end for a chance to win a gift basket.

Skills Day for Perinatal Visiting Nurses
2025-11-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus, 150 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
This program will review the basic essentials of conducting a home visit for birthing parents and newborns. Topics will include steps of conducting a home visit safely, maternal and newborn assessment, infant feeding challenges, addressing emergencies, and community resources and referrals. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, engage in discussions, and learn from one another.
Target Audience
Perinatal Visiting Nurses
Learning Outcome
At the conclusion of the program, participants will report an increase in knowledge and skill to effectively and safely conduct perinatal home visits.
Disclosure/Commercial Support
The planners and speakers do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity. There is no commercial support for this activity.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours
This program has been awarded 6.0 contact hours.
The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. P194-4/26-29
Approval status does not imply endorsement by the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey, NJSNA or by ANCC of any commercial products discussed/ displayed in conjunction with the educational activity.
Successful Completion
To receive contact hours for participating in the continuing education program, the registrant must sign in, attend the entire program, and complete and submit an evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of the program.
Cost
$125. Ticket price includes nursing contact hours and lunch. Contact ProfEd@pmch.org for scholarship opportunities.

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY FAMILY GAME NIGHT IN PERSON
2025-11-11 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
The Unity Family Success Center is hosting a family game night. Join us in playing board games and have a chance to win a prize.

JOB READINESS RESUME ASSISTANCE IN PERSON
2025-11-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Join the Unity FSC for resume assistance that helps get you on the right track to landing that job.

INFORMATIONAL WORKSHOP WORLD DIABETES PREVENTION PRESENTATION VIA ZOOM
2025-11-14 16:00 - 17:00 | NJ
November 14th is World Diabetes Day. The Unity Family Success Center will be hosting a virtual presentation on Zoom to go over what diabetes is and how to prevent it.

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY THANKSGIVING SCRAPBOOK CRAFTS
2025-11-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Join us at the Unity Family Success Center for a fun in-person activity, getting creative in making scrapbook crafts for Thanksgiving.

AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course
2025-11-21 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-26 08:00 - 16:00 | Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Center for Clinical Impact, 150 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
This course addresses principles of fetal heart monitoring and may be used as a knowledge assessment tool to validate the comprehension of experienced perinatal clinicians.
**SPACE IS LIMITED**
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Click HERE to register

Protecting our Future: Understanding Pediatric Vaccines
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | https://pmch.org/event/protecting-our-future/
Vaccines have saved an estimated 150 million lives over the past 50 years; however, parents today are exposed to conflicting messages on the efficacy, safety, and purpose of pediatric vaccination. Please join us for a talk on the core pediatric vaccines, including a brief overview of vaccine mechanisms, a discussion of vaccine-preventable illnesses, and how to recognize vaccine-related adverse events. Finally, we will review vaccine hesitancy in parents and discuss evidence-based strategies for navigating this evolving challenge in pediatric healthcare.
Presenters: Uzma Hasan, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, Rutgers NJ Medical School; Division Director, Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Shivani Patel, MBBS, PGY2, Pediatrics, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and Rohan Hublikar, B.S, MS4, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Target Audience: Nurses, Physicians, Community Health Workers, Health Educators
Learning Outcome: At the conclusion of the program, participants will report an increase in knowledge related to pediatric vaccines and intent to include information learned into practice.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: This program has been awarded 1.0 contact hours.
The Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Provider Number: P194-3/23-26. Approval status does not imply endorsement by the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey, NJSNA or by ANCC of any commercial products discussed/displayed in conjunction with the educational activity.
Successful Completion: To receive contact hours for attending the live continuing education program, the registrant must sign in for the meeting, attend the entire presentation (as defined by at least 80%), and complete and submit an evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of the live program.
Disclosure/Commercial Support: None of the speakers or planners have relevant financial relationships to disclose. There is no commercial support for this activity.
Cost: This program is free, but registration is required.
Registration: Click Here to register
Questions?: Contact Tyeisha James at tjames@pmch.org and/or Leanne Loewenthal at ymercedes@pmch.org

Trauma-Informed Care in Birth for Patients and Providers
2025-12-04 13:00 - 14:00 | https://pmch.org/event/trauma-informed-care-in-birth-for-patients-and-providers/
This one hour live virtual program will explore the critical concepts of trauma-informed care and their application in healthcare settings. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how trauma affects patients and providers and learn practical strategies to enhance patient care while safeguarding their own well-being. Considerations for an interdisciplinary care team will be provided. Participants will leave the training having a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care principles and their application in clinical practice.
Presenter: Kara Kushnir, LCSW, PMH-C, is the Founder and Clinical Director of A Work of Heart Counseling in Allendale & Oradell, NJ, and Chair of Postpartum Support International NJ. She has been practicing as a psychotherapist for over a decade and practices with survivors of trauma in the perinatal period, including birth trauma, NICU stays, infant loss, and stillbirth.
Target Audience: Perinatal nurses, counselors, social workers, and other support staff.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: This program has been awarded 1.0 contact hours. The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. P194-3/23-26
Approval status does not imply endorsement by the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey, NJSNA or by ANCC of any commercial products discussed/displayed in conjunction with the educational activity.
Social Work Continuing Education: This course, Trauma-Informed Care in Birth for Patients & Providers, Approval #11182024-295, provided by A Work of Heart Counseling is approved for continuing education by the New Jersey Social Work Continuing Education Approval Collaborative, which is administered by NASWNJ. CE Approval Collaborative Approval Period: Monday, November 18, 2024 through August 31, 2026. New Jersey social workers will receive 1 Clinical CE credits for participating in this course.
Other: This program is approved by PSI for PMH-C Renewal
Learning Outcome: At the conclusion of the program, the participants will be able to:
1.Demonstrate an understanding of trauma-informed care principles and their application in clinical practice.
2.Assess the impact of trauma on patients and providers and recognize potential signs of trauma.
3. Apply trauma-informed communication and care strategies in interdisciplinary healthcare settings.
Disclosure/Commercial Support: The planners and speakers do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity. There is no commercial support for this activity.
Successful Completion: To receive contact hours for attending this program, the registrant must complete the pre-test, sign in, attend the entire presentation, and complete and submit a post-test and evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of the live program.
Questions?: Contact Tyeisha James at tjames@pmch.org and/or Yessenia Mercedes at ymercedes@pmch.org

Perinatal and Infant Loss Virtual Support Group
2026-01-08 19:30 - 20:30 | NJ
If you’re interested in learning more about our program or support group offerings, please reach out to Yessenia Mercedes, the perinatal and infant loss group facilitator. You can reach her directly at 862-281-3718 or email via ymercedes@pmch.org.

Basic Life Support Certification Course
2026-01-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus, 150 Meadowlands Parkway Suite 401, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
Instructor: Tyeisha A. James, MSN, RNC-MNN, CNL
Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare professionals trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality CPR, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED.
Target Audience: The BLS Course from the American Heart Association is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in-facility and prehospital settings.
Course Components:

High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components
Important early use of an AED
Effective ventilations using a barrier device
Importance of teams in multi-rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multi-rescuer CPR
Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

Empowering Care: HPV Strategies for Health Leaders
2026-01-20 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2-q5KcxMSvWRssNidFcs3A?_x_zm_rtaid=RSCMf9U9Tk6Lrum6C5o3Bg.1765469109630.f7c2227e259041318986ba4edd870762&_x_zm_rhtaid=730#/registration
Join us for an informative webinar on HPV, presented by the Partnership in collaboration with Fidelis Care. Together, we’re empowering health professionals with the knowledge and tools to protect futures and strengthen community wellness.
Dr. Noa’a Shimoni is a family physician on faculty at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School who focuses on student health and population health initiatives at Rutgers University. Together they’ve been working on an HPV initiative they’re here to share with us today.

January Doula Dialogues - More Than Maternity: Empowering Young Parents
2026-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus, 150 Meadowlands Parkway Suite 401, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
Presenter: Juwana Montgomery, Full-Spectrum Doula, CBE, CLC, CFPW, PCHW
Join us this month as Juwana Montgomery leads a conversation on supporting adolescent families with compassion and confidence. Whether you work with teens regularly or are looking to deepen your understanding, come connect, learn, and strengthen your practice in community.

Ticket price includes light refreshments.

HOOKED ON HEALING - CROCHET SERIES IN PERSON EVENT IN COLLABORATION WITH RUTGERS NEW JERSEY MEDICAL OFFICE OF PRIMARY CARE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT-
2026-01-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Learn to Crochet in a fun and welcoming group! Whether you’re a beginner or a skilled crafter, these sessions are a great way to relax, make friends, and share stories in a supportive space. We’ll also talk about health and wellness while we work on our projects. Come hang out, create, and heal together- one stitch at a time!
NO COST, ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED.
Two (2) sessions at 5 PM, October 22nd and January 28, 2026

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY MY PARENT, MY HERO IN PERSON EVENT
2026-02-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Join the Unity Family Success Center for our Parent Leadership Month (PLM) event: My Parent, My Hero. We’re kicking off PLM with a small award ceremony for you, the parent/guardian. Your child(ren) will get the chance to make cards, rewards, and show tokens of appreciation to showcase how great you are! This event will help parents identify their roles as leaders within their families and communities, recognizing their achievements, and while having the children give thanks for all they have done.
*Parents, guardians, and role models are all welcome.

PARENT EDUCATION WORKSHOP UNDERSTANDING MY CHILD'S DEVELOPMENT VIA ZOOM
2026-02-05 16:00 - 17:00 | NJ
For this virtual workshop, parents will be learning about the foundational stages of their children’s cognitive, physical, and emotional development and milestones, while also learning how to navigate age-appropriate behaviors and activities that promote growth.

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY BE MY VALENTINE IN PERSON EVENT
2026-02-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, join the Unity Family Success Center for our Valentine’s Day event, where we’ll make jewelry and cards for our loved ones.

February Doula Dialogues - Doulas, Public Health, Public Funding, Public Policy: Centering Accountability for Systems Change in Maternal Health
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus, 150 Meadowlands Parkway Suite 401, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
Presenter: Jill Wodnick, MA, LCCE, IMH-E®(II)
Join us in February as Jill Wodnick leads a conversation on examining how doulas, public health leaders, and community advocates can work together to advance meaningful systems change in maternal health. We’ll explore the role of public funding, policy accountability, and collaborative care models that center equity and real-world impact. Come learn, connect, and strengthen your practice as we imagine a more just maternal health landscape—together.

Ticket price includes light refreshments.

Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
2026-02-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Partnership’s Center for Clinical Impact, 150 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ
Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy, providing an action plan that teaches people to safely and responsibly identify and address a potential mental health or substance use challenge.
Topics covered:

Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges
Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges
How to interact with a person in crisis
How to connect a person with help
Expanded content on trauma, substance use, and self-care

This is a Blended course. Learners will be expected to complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course prior to the in-person, instructor-led class.

Healthy Futures: A Foundation for Healthy Childhoods
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for an informative webinar on Healthy Childhoods, presented by the Partnership in collaboration with Fidelis Care. Together, we’re empowering health professionals with the knowledge and tools to protect futures and strengthen community wellness.
Featuring:
– Shivani Patel, Pediatric Resident at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, is passionate about preventive care, family education, and fostering trust in healthcare through open, empathetic communication.
– Rohan Hublikar, Fourth-Year Medical Student at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, is dedicated to advancing community health, preventive medicine, and pediatric infectious diseases.

Live Webinar - Don't Forget Your Heart! Highlighting the Importance of Cardiovascular Assessment Prior to and During Pregnancy
2026-02-27 13:00 - 13:30 | NJ
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women and a cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. It is important to identity pre-existing cardiac conditions or risk factors prior to conception. Cardiovascular complications of pregnancy (including the hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes, and peripartum cardiomyopathy) impact pregnancy, the post partum period, and are markers for increased cardiac disease later in life. This program will review risk factors, signs and symptoms to be aware of, as well as the conditions that would prompt evaluation by a cardiologist.
Speaker – Dr. Alexandra Ward, FACC. Dr. Ward is the medical director for the Women’s Heart Center at RWJ Barnabas Health- Jersey City Medical Center. Dr. Ward graduated from New Jersey Medical School, she then did her residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center, where she was Chief of medical residents. She completed her Cardiology fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. As the Medical Director of the Women’s Heart Program, Dr. Ward is dedicated to working with women to help them understand their risk factors, learn the often-missed signs of cardiovascular concerns and diagnose existing conditions. When issues are identified, she works with each individual woman to develop treatments and lifestyle plans to help them manage – and improve their cardiovascular health. She believes in the importance of listening to her patients and sharing decision-making, as well as actively engaging patients in all aspects of their care.
Target Audience: Nurses, physicians, and other health professionals
Learning Outcome: At the conclusion of the program, participants will self-report increased knowledge of cardiac care before and after pregnancy.
Successful Completion: To receive contact hours for participating in the continuing education program, the registrant must join the webinar, attend the entire presentation, and complete and submit an electronic evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of submission of the evaluation.
Disclosures: The planners do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity. The speaker discloses that she was a consultant with Zio, but the relationship ended prior to this presentation.
Commercial Support: There is no commercial support for this activity.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: This program is approved for 0.5 contact hours.
The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. P194-3/23-26
Approval status does not imply endorsement by the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey, NJSNA or by ANCC of any commercial products discussed/displayed in conjunction with the educational activity.
Questions? Contact Professional Education at profed@pmch.org

Baby’s First Year: Growth, Connection, and Wellness
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-ppxyVKtQl2npyCPDTr8Cw
The first year of life is a time of incredible growth, discovery, and connection—not just for babies, but for families too. This panel brings together experts to guide parents and caregivers through the essential building blocks of early childhood health and development. With perspectives from Bibiana Vazquez, Christine Vargas, Victoria Lopes, and Dr. Avni Shah, attendees will gain valuable tools to nurture resilience, foster healthy habits, and celebrate every milestone along the way.

Parent and Child Activity Play-Doh Palooza In Person Event
2026-03-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Kick off the month of March at the Unity Family Success Center for our Play-Doh Palooza. Attendees will get the chance to mold the colorful clay into whatever your mind can imagine!

Parent and Child Activity Family Game Night In Person Event
2026-03-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Are you and your family competitive? Join us at the Unity Family Success Center in a night of fun for our Family Game Night. You’ll get a chance to play board and card games and partake in arts in crafts with the whole family!

Basic Life Support Certification Course
2026-03-10 16:00 - 20:00 | Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus, 150 Meadowlands Parkway Suite 401, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
Instructor: Kieyeitha Ward
Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare professionals trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality CPR, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED.
Target Audience: The BLS Course from the American Heart Association is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in-facility and prehospital settings.
Course Components:

High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components
Important early use of an AED
Effective ventilations using a barrier device
Importance of teams in multi-rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multi-rescuer CPR
Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

Building Birth Justice: A Community Voices Listening & Input Session In Person Event
2026-03-11 16:30 - 18:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
This gathering is both an orientation and a listening space. We will share the mission, values, and purpose of the Birth Justice Institute and its hubs, while centering community voices to help guide and shape our work moving forward.
