Parent and Child Activity Slime Party in Person Event
2026-03-17 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! At the Unity Family Success Center, we’re throwing a slime party. You and your child will get the chance to make gooey but fun science phenomenon.

Live Webinar - Perinatal Hepatitis C Virus and Syphilis Management
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00
This program will explore emerging trends and challenges in perinatal hepatitis C virus (HCV) and syphilis. The speaker will review current clinical guidance, including maternal and infant screening recommendations, prevention strategies, diagnostic considerations, and available treatment options. In addition, effective strategies to improve care coordination for HCV and syphilis follow-up in infants and children will be discussed.
Speaker
Susan Burrows-Clark, RN, MSN, CNS-C, AACRN, has been the APN/Director at Southern N.J. Regional Pediatric & Family HIV Treatment Center since 1990. She is responsible for the administrative duties of the program, funded by private, state, and federal resources. Susan oversees the provision of direct patient care and coordination of patient services using a multidisciplinary, family-centered model in an ambulatory care setting. Her special interest includes perinatal HIV prevention.
Target Audience: Nurses, physicians, and other professionals in the healthcare setting
Learning Outcome: At the conclusion of the program, participants will self-report increased knowledge regarding the clinical management of HIV, hepatitis, and syphilis and effective strategies for care.
Registration: Click here to register.
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 and speakers do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity.
Commercial Support: There is no commercial support for this activity.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: This program is approved for 1.0 contact hours.
This program is jointly provided by The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey and the FXB Center, Rutgers School of Nursing. 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
THIS PROGRAM IS SUPPORTED BY A GRANT FROM THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

March Doula Dialogues - Meeting Minds Differently: Neurodivergence & Doula Support
2026-03-18 18:00 - 20:00
Presenter: Marise Angibeau-Gray, Certified Doula, Certified Lactation Support Counselor
Join us virtually in March as we explore how doulas can better understand and support neurodivergent clients. We’ll discuss communication, sensory needs, and practical strategies for creating more inclusive, affirming care. Come learn, share, and grow your practice in community.

Parent Education Workshop Online Safety Via Zoom
2026-03-19 16:00 - 17:00
For this virtual workshop, participants will be learning about internet safety, establish online and offline balance, and learn how to be an upstander so were able to keep as many people as possible safe on the internet.

Parent Advisory Council In Person Event
2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
We want to give you the opportunity to share any recommendations for our future programs that you would like for us to host. You’d be able to discuss further upcoming events, online workshops, and network with community organizations. Every voice matters!

Live Webinar - HIV and Infant Feeding: Navigating HIV and Infant Feeding Under the Updated HHS Guidelines
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00
Recent updates to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Perinatal HIV Clinical Guidelines reflect a meaningful shift in how infant feeding is discussed with families living with HIV. Rather than a directive approach, the current guidance emphasizes shared decision-making in the context of sustained viral suppression and ongoing clinical support. For labor and delivery, newborn, and community nurses, this change calls for thoughtful communication, clear coordination, and attention to stigma, equity, and trust. This program will explore the updated recommendations through real-world case studies and clinical examples, highlighting relational nursing practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strategies to support families from birth through the first year of life.
Speaker: Emily Anne Barr, PhD, CNM, CPNP-PC, ACRN, FACNM, FAAN, Associate Professor and Director of Translational Innovations in Maternal, Child, and Family Health, University at Buffalo School of Nursing
Target Audience: Nurses, physicians, doulas, community health workers, and other perinatal healthcare professionals.
Learning Outcome: At the conclusion of the program, participants will self‑report increased knowledge of updated HHS perinatal HIV infant‑feeding guidance, breastfeeding transmission risks with sustained viral suppression, and nursing strategies that support safe feeding and shared decision‑making
Registration: Click here to register.
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 and speaker do not have any conflicts of interest to report for this activity.
Commercial Support: There is no commercial support for this activity.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: This program is approved for 1.0 contact hours.
This program is jointly provided by The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey and the FXB Center, Rutgers School of Nursing. 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
THIS PROGRAM IS SUPPORTED BY A GRANT FROM THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Learning for Liberation: Birth & Reproductive Justice In Person Event
2026-03-25 16:30 - 18:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
This session is designed to build shared understanding around rights, equity, and community-centered care while creating space for reflection, dialogue, and community voice. We welcome those who are new to these frameworks as well as those seeking to deepen their understanding in a collective, supportive environment.

AWHONN Obstetric Patient Safety (OPS): OB Emergencies Workshop 4th Edition
2026-03-27 08:00 - 16:00
This workshop is designed to disseminate best practices for various obstetric emergencies. Through active simulation and debriefing, this Workshop helps clinicians in any clinical setting identify, assess, and manage the care of patients with an obstetric emergency.
**SPACE IS LIMITED**
View Printable Flyer Here

Free Book Fair In Person Event
2026-03-27 15:30 - 17:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
In honor of March being National Reading Month, the Unity Family Success Center is having a book fair! This event is free and meant for book lovers of all ages.*

CROCHET & CONNECT - IN PERSON EVENT
2026-04-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Interested in learning to crochet? Join the Unity Family Success Center for our communal crochet class, meant for all skill levels and it’s a great way to connect with fellow crocheters!

PARENT & CHILD ACTIVITY - PIECE OF A DIFFERENT PUZZLE - IN PERSON EVENT
2026-04-07 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
With April being Autism Awareness Month, the Unity Family Success Center is hosting a sensory friendly event as we learn about what makes us different.

Lead Safety 101: What Every New Parent Should Know
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 | https://pmch.org/event/lead-safety-101-what-every-new-parent-should-know/
Family Connects NJ, in partnership with the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ, invites you to a free virtual workshop focused on keeping your little one safe from lead exposure. Learn about the effects of lead, common sources, and practical steps you can take to protect your family.
🗓 Wednesday, April 8
⏰ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Online via Zoom
👉Register Here
All participants will be entered into a raffle for a $25 ShopRite gift card!
(Gifts are final and cannot be exchanged. Participants must have a valid New Jersey mailing address to receive any gift.)

Prenatal Yoga: Union County
2026-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 | 1200 Myrtle Avenue, Plainfield, NJ, 1200 Myrtle Avenue, Plainfield, 07063, United States
A free and relaxing Prenatal Yoga session designed especially for expecting mothers. Instructed by Lateefa Fleming. This gentle, supportive class will focus on movements and breathing techniques that promote comfort, reduce stress, and support overall well‑being. We are thrilled to be partnering with the Cardinal Family Success Center to offer this class!
Who should attend?

Expectant parents at any stage of pregnancy
New parents interested in gentle postpartum movement
Partners or support persons who want to learn helpful techniques
Students or professionals in health, wellness, or early childhood fields

April 10, 2026, from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
1200 Myrtle Avenue, Plainfield, NJ
Register: Prenatal Yoga – Union County April 10th, 2026 – Fill out form
For more Information, please contact Chrismaelie Anselme at Canselme@pmch.org or (862) 281-6657.

Strong Starts Community Baby Shower
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Temple of Hip Hop, 15 Ludlow st, Newark, NJ, 07114, United States
We are thrilled to be partnering with the Montclair Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to support their annual Strong Starts Community Baby Shower in honor of Black Maternal Health Week! Expectant parents and parents of newborns are invited to attend this free event on Saturday, April 11, from 11 AM – 2 PM at the Temple of Hip Hop in Newark. Guests are in for an amazing day filled with guest speakers, lunch, raffles, giveaways, and more. We hope to see you there!
Please note: Registration is required for this event.

PIECE OF A DIFFERENT PUZZLE - DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING IN PERSON EVENT
2026-04-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Following our Piece of a Different Puzzle event, parents, role models and caregivers will learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and get the chance to screen their child.

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY IN PERSON EVENT - SUPER SAFE KIDS
2026-04-14 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
The best way to keep your child safe is to keep them informed. For this event, participants get the chance to make themselves into superheroes and learn to differentiate good touch and bad touch.

PREVENGA EL ENVENENAMIENTO POR PLOMO. ¡COMIENCE AHORA!
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Excellence Family Success, 73 Bassett Hwy., Dover, NJ, 07801, United States
¡Únase a nosotros para aprender cómo usted y su familia pueden mantenerse libres de plomo!
📅 Fecha: Martes, 14 de abril de 2026
⏰ Hora: 04:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Lugar: HÍBRIDO (En Persona y Virtual)

En Persona: 73 Basset Hw, Dover NJ 07801
Virtual: Regístrese aquí para asistir vía Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qXGbGnXMTAWpVAVpJWZtdA#
✅ Se requiere registrarse para asistir en persona o virtual.
Rifaremos pañales y tarjetas de regalo entre los asistentes.
Para mas información por favor contacte a
📩 Carmen Pérez-Cedeno – cperezcedeno@pmch.org
📞 (973) 776-6740

April Doula Dialogues - Assessing Maternal Health Sepsis Rates to Inform Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Training for Frontline Perinatal Healthcare Personnel
2026-04-15 18:00 - 20:00
Presenter: Hannah Tipa, BS – Infection Control Specialist, New Jersey Department of Health
Join us virtually in April as we look at how frontline providers can better understand and address maternal health disparities while recognizing early signs of maternal sepsis. We’ll talk about prevention, culturally responsive care, and practical ways to bring this knowledge into everyday practice. Come learn and grow in community.
We will start our program with a 30-minute discussion with Sabrina Newkirk and Kieyeitha Ward of The Dope Konscious Doulas, facilitated by Irina Polanco Ventura, Director of Public Health Initiatives at the Partnership. Hear about their journeys to becoming community-based doulas and lessons learned for doulas just starting out.

FELLAS Hudson County Kick-Off
2026-04-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Culinary Conference Center at HCCC, 161 Newkirk St., Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
Join the FELLAS Fatherhood Program in celebrating our expansion to Hudson County! Kick-off this Spring season with our theme of Fresh Starts: Renewing Your Role as a Father. Enjoy FREE food, swag, and fun activities related to:
Learning from the Past to Grow in the Future
Resetting Goals for Family and Self
Guided Goalsetting and Commitment Pledges

Pinwheel Festival and Food Distribution in Person Event 50 Union Ave Irvington NJ
2026-04-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Pinwheel Festival and Food Distribution.

CROCHET AND CONNECT - IN PERSON EVENT
2026-04-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Interested in learning to crochet? Join the Unity Family Success Center for our communal crochet class, meant for all skill levels and its a great way to connect with your fellow crocheters!

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY IN PERSON EVENT - LET IT GROW
2026-04-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
We have one Earth, so let’s take care of it. To celebrate our planet Earth, join the Unity Family Success Center in a dirt-digging event where you’ll get the chance to make your own terrarium and take home a plant.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Across the Lifespan: Strengthening Best Care and Support for Families
2026-04-22 09:00 - 14:15 | Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey – Secaucus, 150 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ, 07094, United States
This event is sold out. Please contact ProfEd@pmch.org to be added to the waitlist.
In-Person Conference
This conference will explore how Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) affect individuals and families across the lifespan. Participants will learn about the importance of early diagnosis and how delays in identification can create challenges in care, including during interactions with the justice system. The sessions will offer practical, skill‑building approaches to improving screening, strengthening education, and enhancing support for families raising children with FASD at every stage of life.
Target Audience: Nurses, Social Workers, Patient Navigators, Police Officers, Addiction Counselors, School Personnel, Early Childhood Providers, Case Workers, Family Support Professionals, and other professionals working with families affected by FASD.
Disclosures: None of the speakers or planners for this educational activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclosure with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. One of the planning committee members. There is no commercial support for this activity.
Continuing Nursing Education Contact Hours: This live program has been awarded 3.5 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. P194-4/26-29. 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 attending the continuing education program, the attendee must register for the program, attend the entire program, and complete and submit an electronic evaluation within two weeks. Your certificate of completion will be distributed within two weeks of the live program.
Three months after the live program, attendees will be asked to complete an online follow-up survey to assess the long-term impact of the education provided.
Learning Outcomes: After attending the program, 90% of learners will report intent to incorporate information presented into their professional practice. Three months after the program, 75% of attendees will report having incorporated the information into professional practice.
Cost: Free. However, registration is required.
For more information about continuing education credits, please contact ProfEd@pmch.org.

LIFE SKILLS WORKSHOP VIA ZOOM - FAMILY TIME MANAGEMENT
2026-04-23 16:00 - 17:00
For this virtual workshop, parents will learn how to create a schedule, routine, or day-to-day plan to promote structure in their family’s lives.

FELLAS Passaic County Kick-Off
2026-04-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Paterson Free Public Library, 250 Broadway, Paterson, NJ, 07501, United States
Join the FELLAS Fatherhood Program in celebrating our expansion to Passaic County! Kick-off this Spring season with our theme of Fresh Starts: Renewing Your Role as a Father. Enjoy FREE food, swag, and activities related to:
Learning from the Past to Grow in the Future
Resetting Goals for Family and Self
Guided Goalsetting and Commitment Pledges

PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL - VIA ZOOM
2026-04-27 11:00 - 12:00

PARENT AND CHILD ACTIVITY IN PERSON - LET'S SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM
2026-04-28 15:30 - 16:30 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Join the Unity Family Success Center for a smooth, sweet, and cool treat of ice cream and popsicles. Meant for the whole family to enjoy.

The Spring Soiree
2026-04-29 18:30 - 21:30
Join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, when The Spring Soiree will illuminate The Westmount Country Club, uniting community leaders, healthcare advocates, and passionate supporters of maternal and child health. The Spring Soiree is a night of celebration and an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to quality healthcare and safe respectful births for all. We will honor dedicated healthcare and community leaders who exemplify our mission of changing the paradigm in maternal health. Guests will indulge in a sumptuous dinner, enjoy captivating entertainment, and participate in an exciting silent auction filled with unique items and experiences. Join us in making a difference – your presence will help pave the way for change!
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Learn more or purchase tickets here.

Hudson County Parent Cafe: Reclaiming My Time
2026-04-30 10:30 - 13:30 | Urban League of Hudson County, 253 Martin Luther King Dr, Jersey City, NJ, 07305, United States
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.
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 253 Martin Luther King Dr., Jersey City, NJ 07305
✨ Enjoy:

Complimentary food
Raffle items
Diapers and wipes
Community resources

Meet other parents, share ideas, make new friends, and get connected to helpful supports in your community.
✅ Registration is required and space is limited. Register here.
For more information, please contact:
📩 Metrice Johnson – MJohnson@ulohc.org
📞 (201) 451-8888 Ext. 128

COMMUNITY PROGRAM CROCHET & CONNECT IN PERSON EVENT
2026-05-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Unity Family Success Center, 50 Union Avenue, 4th Floor, Irvington, NJ, 07111, United States
Interested in learning to crochet? Join the Unity Family Success Center for our communal crochet class, meant for all skill levels, and it’s a great way to connect with fellow crocheters!
