JUNE 2017 NEWSLETTER


Monthly Program Participant Reports 
Tobacco-Related Disparities: Washington Post Article
"America's new tobacco crisis: The rich stopped smoking, the poor didn't"
Did you see this new Washington Post article on tobacco-related disparities (particularly those related to income, education level, and rural areas)? Articles like this give further evidence to the need for Trauma Informed Care, and the importance of resiliency. 


Want more on this topic? Be sure to join us for our 2017 Regional Practice Sessions (more information below). 
2017 Regional Practice Sessions- Save the Date!
Our 2017 Perinatal Program Regional Practice Sessions (RPS) will take place this fall in Madison, West Allis, Green Bay, Eau Claire, and Hayward, from 10:00am-2:30pm. The focus of this year's sessions will be on 'resiliency', and the role which it plays in First Breath/My Baby & Me programming. 
 
Further information & registration will be coming in July, but for now... please "Save The Date"!
  • Madison- Monday, 10/2/17
    • Location: Lussier Community Education Center
    • Address: 55 S. Gammon Rd, Madison, WI 53717 
  • West Allis- Friday, 10/6/17
    • Location: Children's Hospital of Wisconsin- Summit Place
    • Address: 6737 W. Washington St, West Allis, WI 53214
  • Green Bay- Monday, 10/9/17
    • Location: Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC)
    • Address: 2740 W. Mason St, Green Bay, WI 54307
  • Eau Claire- Wednesday, 10/11/17
    • Location: Eau Claire City-County Health Department
    • Address: 720 2nd Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703
  • Hayward- Thursday, 10/12/17
    • Location: Comfort Suites
    • Address: 15586 Co Rd B, Hayward, WI 54843
My Baby & Me Webinar- Lactation & Alcohol Use
Title:  Lactation & Alcohol Use- What do our My Baby & Me participants need to know?
Description: This webinar will explore the commonly misunderstood topic of alcohol use and lactation. Our guest speaker, Dr. Stephanie Slock- Pediatrician and Certified Lactation Consultant with Aurora Health Care, will explore matters such as: the pharmacology behind alcohol and breast milk, the potential risks associated for Mom & Baby, and how to best educate parents on this issue.
Date and Time: Wednesday, Aug 2, 2017 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
Registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6158909269067836673  (Registration is free. Instructions for webinar attendance will be sent to each individual upon registration.) 

*This webinar will be recorded for those unable to tune in on Wednesday, August 2nd. Video of the recording will be shared through the monthly E-Newsletter once available. 
My Baby & Me Spotlight
Each month, we will highlight the wonderful work being done through our My Baby & Me Program's Pregnancy Educator, Rebecca. 
May Spotlight:
Nearly 50% of My Baby & Me participants report the following situations as triggers for feeling tempted to use alcohol: 
* being around others drinking
* at celebrations/parties 

My Baby & Me can assist women in anticipating these situations and identifying effective coping skills to utilize when faced with temptations.  

You can also support this through materials such as the " Staying Alcohol-Free in Social Situations" brochure. Order some for your participants today by emailing us at [email protected]. 

"Rebecca would go through a plan/goals- that was the most helpful for me. Having a conversation about alternatives and what you'll do in certain situations."- MBM Participant 
Care For You
Summer Transitions 

Summer is a time for transitions- the end of the school year, the beginning of a new schedule, vacations and relaxation, and maybe for some even graduation. During these times of transition, think to yourself- what do you need to hear right now?

You know yourself best, so why not be your own source of advice! This month's journaling exercise gives you the opportunity to tell yourself what you need to hear. Enjoy!

Looking for more information? Check out these resources related to the topic:
How to GIve Good Advice  - TheHopeLine

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reach their healthiest potential 
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