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SUMMARY:Hudson County Parent Cafe: Reclaiming My Time
DESCRIPTION:We invite new and expectant mothers\, families\, and supporters to a welcoming and inclusive Parent Café designed to help you connect\, share\, and recharge. This session will focus on tips for managing newborn\, infant\, and toddler care—especially when parenting begins to feel more like a competition than a collaboration. \n📅 Thursday\, April 30\, 2026\n⏰ 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM\n📍 253 Martin Luther King Dr.\, Jersey City\, NJ 07305 \n✨ Enjoy: \n\nComplimentary food\nRaffle items\nDiapers and wipes\nCommunity resources\n\nMeet other parents\, share ideas\, make new friends\, and get connected to helpful supports in your community. \n✅ Registration is required and space is limited. Register here.\nFor more information\, please contact:\n📩 Metrice Johnson – MJohnson@ulohc.org\n📞 (201) 451-8888 Ext. 128
URL:https://pmch.org/event/hudson-county-parent-cafe-reclaiming-my-time/
LOCATION:Urban League of Hudson County\, 253 Martin Luther King Dr\, Jersey City\, NJ\, 07305\, United States
CATEGORIES:FCNJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
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SUMMARY:Skills Day for Perinatal Visiting Nurses
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nTarget Audience \nPerinatal Visiting Nurses \nLearning Outcome \nAt the conclusion of the program\, participants will report an increase in knowledge and skill to effectively and safely conduct perinatal home visits. \nDisclosure/Commercial Support \nThe planners and speakers do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity. There is no commercial support for this activity. \nContinuing Nursing Education Contact Hours \nThis program has been awarded 6.0 contact hours. \nThe 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 \nApproval 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. \nSuccessful Completion \nTo 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.  \nCost \n$125. Ticket price includes nursing contact hours and lunch. Contact ProfEd@pmch.org for scholarship opportunities. 
URL:https://pmch.org/event/skills-day-for-perinatal-visiting-nurses-3/
LOCATION:Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Center for Clinical Impact\, 150 Meadowlands Parkway\, Secaucus\, NJ\, 07094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Clinical Impact,Educational Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Planning Educational Session
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a free virtual Family Planning Educational Session! Are you a parent\, caregiver\, or community member interested in learning more about family planning options? Join us for an informative session presented by Iris Cooney from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. \nDetails: \n\nWednesday\, May 6 at 1:00 PM\nVirtual Session – Participants will receive the Zoom link once registered\n\nWhat to expect: \n\nLearn about family planning methods and resources\nDiscover local support options available to you\nBuild confidence in making informed decisions for your family’s future\n\nWho should attend: Expectant parents\, new parents\, caregivers\, community providers\, and anyone interested in family planning and reproductive health. \nGift disclaimer: all gifts are final and cannot be changed or exchanged. To be eligible to receive gifts\, you must have a valid mailing address within the state of New Jersey* \nFor more information\, please contact Chrismaelie Anselme at canselme@pmch.org or (862) 281-6657. \nRegister Here
URL:https://pmch.org/event/family-planning-educational-session/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,FCNJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T140000
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SUMMARY:Basic Life Support Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Tyeisha A. James\, MSN\, RNC-MNN\, CNL \nBasic 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. \nTarget 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. \nCourse Components:  \n\nHigh-quality CPR for adults\, children\, and infants\nThe AHA Chain of Survival\, specifically the BLS components\nImportant early use of an AED\nEffective ventilations using a barrier device\nImportance of teams in multi-rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multi-rescuer CPR\nRelief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://pmch.org/event/basic-life-support-certification-course-11/
LOCATION:Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus\, 150 Meadowlands Parkway Suite 201\, Secaucus\, 07094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Clinical Impact,Educational Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T143000
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SUMMARY:Lost Hopes & Dreams: New Jersey's Perinatal Bereavement Training for Community Health
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. Please email ProfEd@pmch.org to be added to the waitlist. \nPlease note – this program is intended for those working in the community setting. Healthcare professionals working in the inpatient setting may find more value in our full-day program\, which will be scheduled later in the year.  \nThis training is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in the community setting who provide care and support to New Jersey families experiencing perinatal loss.  \nAfter attending this program\, participants will be able to: \nDefine the five types of perinatal loss \n\nImplement communication skills with parents and family members\nReview the ethical dilemmas that can occur with deaths in the NICU\nExplain best practice for supporting families with pregnancy after loss\nDescribe ways to support families during pregnancy after loss\nState resources for bereaved families\nVerbalize methods of self care when working with bereaved families\n\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nPerinatal Community Nurses\, Doulas\, Community Health Workers \nLearning Outcome \nAfter attending the program\, 85% of attendees will report an increase in knowledge and skill to be able to effectively care for families who experience perinatal loss. \nDisclosure/Commercial Support \nThe planners and speakers do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity. There is no commercial support for this activity. \nContinuing Nursing Education Contact Hours \nThis program has been awarded 4.5 contact hours. \nThe 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 \nThis program is provided by The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey and jointly provided by Central Jersey Family Health Consortium and Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative \nApproval status does not imply endorsement by the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey\, Central Jersey Family Health Consortium\, Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative\, NJSNA or by ANCC of any commercial products discussed/ displayed in conjunction with the educational activity. \nSuccessful Completion \nTo receive contact hours/CEs for participating in the continuing education program\, the participant must be registered\, attend the entire program\, and complete and submit an online evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of the program. \nAgenda \n\nWelcome & Introductions\nTypes of Perinatal Loss\nNew Jersey Statutes and Legislative Mandates Relating to Perinatal Loss\nCommunication with Mothers/Parents; Support for Fathers & Family Members\nLoss in the NICU; Ethics/Periviability\nPregnancy & Birth After Loss\nSpiritual Support/Multicultural Needs\, Values; Memory Making/Photography\nLunch\nCare for the Caregiver; Support with Patient Assignments\nEvaluation\n\n  \nCost \n$30. Ticket covers full conference\, lunch\, and continuing education credits.
URL:https://pmch.org/event/lost-hopes-dreams-new-jerseys-perinatal-bereavement-training-for-community-health-3/
LOCATION:Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Center for Clinical Impact\, 150 Meadowlands Parkway\, Secaucus\, NJ\, 07094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T140000
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SUMMARY:Connecting Irvington Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Connecting Irvington\, an initiative operated by the Unity Family Success Center\, is a coalition of community organizations committed to supporting residents of the Irvington area. Join us virtually on Tuesday\, May 19\, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM for our bimonthly Connecting Irvington Coalition meeting. \nMembers meet bimonthly to: \n\n1. Share information about services\, programs\, and activities\n2. Network and collaborate with other community partners\n\n3. Discuss successes and challenges community members are experiencing \nInterested in becoming a member? We’d love to have you! Fill out our membership form here.
URL:https://pmch.org/event/connecting-irvington-coalition-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Unity Family Success Center
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LOCATION:https://pmch.org/event/connecting-irvington-coalition-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T165029
CREATED:20260319T185809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T185809Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTopics covered: \n\nCommon signs and symptoms of mental health challenges\nCommon signs and symptoms of substance use challenges\nHow to interact with a person in crisis\nHow to connect a person with help\nExpanded content on trauma\, substance use\, and self-care\n\n  \nThis 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.
URL:https://pmch.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-training-3/
LOCATION:Partnership’s Center for Clinical Impact\, 150 Meadowlands Parkway\, Secaucus\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Center for Clinical Impact,Educational Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T080000
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SUMMARY:AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \n**SPACE IS LIMITED** \nView Printable Flyer Here \n \nClick HERE to register
URL:https://pmch.org/event/awhonn-intermediate-fetal-monitoring-course-9/
LOCATION:Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Center for Clinical Impact\, 150 Meadowlands Parkway\, Secaucus\, NJ\, 07094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Clinical Impact,Educational Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T160000
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CREATED:20260411T105436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T110423Z
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SUMMARY:Maternal Newborn Nursing Certification Review Course
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Michelle L. Dickerson\, PhD(c)\, RNC-NIC\, C-ELBW\, RNC-MNN\, C-EFM\, NPD-BC\, CBC \nTarget Audience: Maternal and child health registered nurses \nContinuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: The program has been awarded 13.0 contact hours. \nThe 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 \nApproval 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. \nSuccessful Completion: To receive contact hours for this continuing education program\, the registrant must sign-in on the sign-in sheet\, attend the entire presentation\, and complete and submit an evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed electronically within two weeks of the event. \nDisclosure/Commercial Support: None of the planners or speakers for this educational activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing\, marketing\, selling\, re-selling\, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. There is no commercial support for this activity. \nLearning Outcomes: Immediately after attending the program\, 95% of learners will report an increase in knowledge regarding maternal and newborn nursing. Six months after the program\, 80% of attendees will report successful completion of the National Certification Corporation Maternal Newborn Nursing exam. \nCost: This conference is $250 for both days or $150 for one day. \nPartnership member hospital staff may receive a $25 discount at the time of registration by using the code CCI-MNN26 and indicating their member hospital. A list of Partnership member hospitals can be found at https://pmch.org/member-hospitals/ \nSpace is limited. No refunds after 7/6/26.  \nThe Partnership reserves the right to cancel the program due to lack of enrollment.
URL:https://pmch.org/event/maternal-newborn-nursing-certification-review-course-2/
LOCATION:Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Irvington\, 50 Union Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Irvington\, NJ\, 07111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Clinical Impact,Educational Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T140000
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SUMMARY:Morris County Community Baby Shower
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health is hosting a free event for pregnant women and women with infants to learn about the available resources in Morris County and to introduce Family Connects NJ\, a new statewide nurse home‑visiting program. Family Connects NJ provides one free home visit from a registered nurse to all families welcoming a new baby\, starting in December 2025\, regardless of income\, insurance\, or immigration status. The program officially launches in Morris County in January 2027. \n📅 Saturday\, August 01\, 2026\n⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \n📍 Dover Sportsplex – 111 Basset Highway\, Dover\, NJ 07801 \nThe Partnership for Maternal and Child Health invites all expectant and new moms to meet directly with community organizations that provide childcare\, healthcare\, medical insurance\, food stamps\, and more! Resources\, Giveaways\, and Raffles! \n✅ Registration is required.\nRaffles will be offered exclusively to families who attend the event. \nFor more information\, please contact Carmen Perez-Cedeno (862) 359-0563\, cperezcedeno@pmch.org\, or Veronica Ramirez (862) 362-7466\, vramirez@pmch.org. \nGuest Registration\nVendor Registration
URL:https://pmch.org/event/morris-county-community-baby-shower/
LOCATION:Dover Sportsplex\, 111 Bassett Hwy\, Dover\, 07801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,FCNJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T140000
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SUMMARY:Morris County Baby Shower Comunitario
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health invita a todas las futuras y nuevas mamás a conectarse directamente con diferentes organizaciones en nuestra comunidad para recibir apoyo con el cuidado de niños\, cuidado de salud\, seguro médico\, estampas de comida y más! Habrá Recursos\, Regalos y Rifas! \n📅 Sábado\, 01 de agosto de 2026\n⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\n📍 Dover Sportsplex – 111 Basset Highway\, Dover\, NJ 0780 \n✅ Se requiere registro.  \nLas rifas se ofrecerán exclusivamente a las familias que asistan al evento. \nPara más información por favor comuníquese con Carmen Perez-Cedeno (862) 359-0563\, cperezcedeno@pmch.org\, o Verónica Ramírez (862) 362-7466\, vramirez@pmch.org. \nRegistro Para Padres\nRegistro Para Vendors
URL:https://pmch.org/event/morris-county-baby-shower-comunitario/
LOCATION:Dover Sportsplex\, 111 Bassett Hwy\, Dover\, 07801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,FCNJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T165029
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SUMMARY:Lost Hopes & Dreams: New Jersey's Perinatal Bereavement Training
DESCRIPTION:This full-day training is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals who provide care and support to New Jersey families experiencing perinatal loss.  \nAfter attending this program\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine the five types of perinatal loss\nImplement communication skills with parents and family members\nExplain the ethical dilemmas that can occur with deaths in the NICU\nExplain best practice for supporting families with pregnancy after loss\nSummarize the documentation required for final disposition\nDescribe the steps of memory making for families\nDevelop tools for staff and parent follow-up\nState the essential components of discharge education\n\n  \nTarget Audience \nInpatient Perinatal Nurses\, Emergency Department and OR Nurses\, Social Workers\, Physicians\, Midwives \nLearning Outcome \nAfter attending the program\, 85% of attendees will report an increase in knowledge and skill to be able to effectively care for families who experience perinatal loss. \nDisclosure/Commercial Support \nThe planners and speakers do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity. There is no commercial support for this activity. \nContinuing Nursing Education Contact Hours \nThis program has been awarded 7.0 contact hours. \nThe 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 \nThis program is provided by The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey and jointly provided by Central Jersey Family Health Consortium and Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative \nApproval status does not imply endorsement by the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey\, Central Jersey Family Health Consortium\, Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative\, NJSNA or by ANCC of any commercial products discussed/ displayed in conjunction with the educational activity. \nSocial Workers \nThis course has been approved for 3 Generalist Social Work CE credits through ASWB ACE. \nSuccessful Completion \nTo receive contact hours/CEs for participating in the continuing education program\, the participant must be registered\, attend the entire program\, and complete and submit an online evaluation. A certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of the program. \nAgenda \n\nWelcome & Introductions\nTypes of Perinatal Loss\nNew Jersey Statutes and Legislative Mandates Relating to Perinatal Loss\nCommunication with Mothers/Parents; Support for Fathers & Family Members\nLoss in the NICU; Ethics/Periviability\nPregnancy & Birth After Loss\nSpiritual Support/Multicultural Needs\, Values; Memory Making/Photography\nLunch\nCreation of a Staff Resource Book/Packets for Parents/ Helpful Hints for Paperwork; Electronic Documentation\nDischarge Education\nCare for the Caregiver; Support with Patient Assignments\nParent Panel/ Debrief from Parent Panel\nEvaluation\n\n  \nFaculty and Author Biographies \nAnn Coyle\, RNC\, CPLC has worked at Virtua for over 40 years as a NICU nurse and Manager of Perinatal Bereavement Programs. She recently obtained a certificate in Grief and Loss Studies through the Center for Loss and Life Transition. She was pivotal in initiating the Palliative Care Program\, Rainbow Baby Program and facilitates two support groups for loss parents. She lives in Audubon with her husband\, Tom\, and is a mother of two and proud grandmother of three. \nKathy Donaldson\, MSN\, APN\, C\, WHNP-BC\, PMH-C\, RNC-OB\, C-EFM is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with 40 years of practice in perinatal nursing and perinatal bereavement. She is an experienced caregiver and support person and has educated healthcare professionals about perinatal loss both regionally and nationally. Kathy received a Master of Science in Nursing (Health Care of Women track) from the University of Pennsylvania. She holds a certificate in Grief and Loss Studies through the Center for Loss and Life Transition and Colorado State University and is nationally certified in Perinatal Mental Health\, Inpatient Obstetrics\, and Electronic Fetal Monitoring. Kathy serves as the chairperson of the Education Committee for AWHONN NJ and is a member of the Education and Training Committee for Postpartum Support International’s NJ Chapter. \nKara Hennessy\, MSN\, RNC-OB is currently an Education Specialist for Obstetrics at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC). Prior to this role\, she was a Labor & Delivery nurse at HUMC for 15 years. Kara was one of the founding members of the L&D/NICU Bereavement Committee at HUMC and has been actively involved in Perinatal Loss and Bereavement training since 2014. \nSarah Muller-Robbins\, MPH\, RN\, IBCLC\, ICCE is the Director of Clinical Education at the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey. She has 24 years of clinical and public health experience as a nurse\, lactation consultant\, and community and professional educator in the maternal and child health field. Her experience includes directing community and professional education and direct service care in nonprofit organizations\, public health departments\, and hospital environments. \nKristen Samuelson has more than eight years’ experience serving hundreds of families from a professional and personal perspective through Three Little Birds Pregnancy & Infant Loss\, a peer-led non-profit providing its services at no cost. As Executive Director of Three Little Birds\, Kristen manages several virtual and in-person support groups\, legacy projects\, events and grant/funding/program development. The establishment of a Bedside Bereavement Program has resulted in more than 250 perinatal loss families at five hospitals receiving the support Kristen wished she had when she experienced stillbirth and ectopic loss. Additionally\, Kristen has authored three books to support siblings and parents through loss. She also developed the Perinatal Bereavement Training Program that Three Little Birds offers to medical professionals and advocates. The training program focuses on using communication scripts\, cultural diversity and humility and basic photography skills to capture the love the family has for their baby\, despite the outcome. It is her goal to bridge the gap between patient and provider through education\, empathy and empowerment. \nJennie Sherlock-Loeb\, MSN\, RNC-OB\, C-ONQS is the Chief Clinical Officer at the Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative\, where she focuses on Clinical Education\, Fetal/Infant Mortality Review\, and Nursing Leadership. Prior to this role\, Jennie served as childbirth educator and bedside nurse in labor and delivery and mother-baby. She achieved her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from West Chester University in 2011\, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University in 2015\, with a focus on Nursing Leadership & Health Systems Management. Jennie is board-certified in Inpatient Obstetrics\, with a subspecialty in Obstetric and Neonatal Quality and Safety. Jennie utilizes her clinical expertise with the development of educational programs and initiatives. \nCost \n$35
URL:https://pmch.org/event/lost-hopes-dreams-new-jerseys-perinatal-bereavement-training-4/
LOCATION:Hackensack University Medical Center\, Hackensack\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Educational Opportunities
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