Northern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting is: March 14th, 2024 from 8:30am-10:00am

Southern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting is: March 12th, 2024 from 8:30am-10:00am

Our annual fall symposium has been announced! The call for proposals has begun, please complete the interest form so we have a better idea of what topics you would like to see represented!

Register for the Maternal Mental Health Forum for free!

Early Bird admission is $95 and goes up to $155 after January 31st, but the NV MCH Coalition has purchased a group code to allow our members to register for free.

Please use code NEVADA2024 at check out to register for free.

The Maternal Mental Health FORUM is the conference where change agents come to convene, collaborate, and take in cutting-edge content to close gaps in care. 

Come together with cross-sector stakeholders in health care - including health systems, insurers, employer purchasers, public health and other government agencies, mothers, and more. 

Upcoming Events!

Councilwoman Olivia Diaz, La Campesina Radio, and Promotoras Las Vegas (PLV) invite you to attend the International Women's Day Health, Education, Resource Fair & Expo on March 9th from 11 am to 3 pm at the East Las Vegas Community Center, (250 N. Eastern Ave) 

The event will feature live entertainment, community booths, health services, resources, prizes, and activities!

March 9, 2024

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Clark County Government Center

500 S Grand Central Pkwy.

Free Admission

Join us for a day filled with family-friendly activities, one-of-a-kind custom cars, prizes and more! With a focus on pedestrian and bicycle safety, the Healthy Living Institute at UMC's Family Road Safety Event is proud to partner with the UMC Foundation's "Those Happy Days" Car Show. With free admission for attendees, the event will offer giveaways, outdoor games, educational resources, food stands, root beer floats, a live DJ and, of course, cars! You won’t want to miss this party!

Are you an expecting mom?

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Are you interested in helping a new mom?

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iCan Bike Camp

March 11-15, 2024

Green Valley High School, Henderson, Nevada

The iCan Bike Camp is a week-long camp that teaches our community of athletes with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities how to ride conventional two-wheeled bicycles in 75 minutes a day, over five (5) days. There are multiple morning and afternoon sessions available to choose from.

Interested in volunteering?

Spotters – volunteers must be at least 15 years old at the start of camp. They are responsible for the well-being of the rider, and walking/running behind and to the side of the rider to prevent mishaps. They will also be coaches and motivators, providing encouragement to build confidence and success.

Motivators – volunteers who are between the ages of 10-14. They cannot be the primary spotter, but can be an uplifting energy for their rider!

The time commitment to volunteer for one session is about 90 minutes per day (15-minute training followed by a 75-minute riding session). The ideal volunteer is able to come to the same session all 5 days because you build a relationship with your rider…but life sometimes gets in the way.

Requirements for Participation

• Minimum age - 8 years old
• Have a disability
• Able to walk without assistive device
• Willing and able to wear a properly-fitted bike helmet
• Has parent/guardian who will stay with athlete during scheduled sessions
• Able to sidestep to both sides
• Able to attend camp all 5 days
• Maximum weight 220 lbs.
•  Minimum inseam of 20” (measure from floor while wearing sneakers)

Perinatal Mental Health Trainings for All

Perinatal Mental Health Disorders, including postpartum depression, are the most common medical complication associated with pregnancy and childbirth. PMHDs present a widespread public health problem that may have serious consequences for mothers, infants, and families. Join us for one of our trainings if you'd like to learn more!

Upcoming sessions:

Friday, 3/15, 10am-11am

Tuesday, 4/9, 10am-11am

Friday, 5/10, 10am-11am

Tuesday, 6/4, 10am-11am

For larger group training sessions, please email Kairirenae.pangelinan@dignityhealth.org.

Are you making every bite count?

Southern Nevada Events

Northern Nevada Events

Biggest Little Easter Egg Hunt & Resource Fair 2024

Saturday, March 23rd, from 9am-1pm

Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows, 2680 E 9th St, Reno, NV

Food-related choking tool kit available!

More than half of choking incidents among children are caused by food. Learn how to keep your kids safer for meals, snacks, and every bite in between.

Heart & Sol Collective announcement

You are invited to participate in a community led assessment that is being conducted by a local non-

profit, Heart and Sol Collective, to help create the foundation for a community action plan. This online survey will have questions about your experience(s) with pregnancy, labor\birth, and postpartum, including loss, trauma informed services, and perinatal mental health.

Mobile Pre-School for Zip Cods 89106, 89107, and 89101

The Strong Start Go Mobile Pre-K Academy offers children and families a high-quality, early-education program close to their neighborhood at no cost to the families. This program provides half-day, pre-kindergarten classes, along with family-engagement workshops and activities. For more information, call 702-229-KIDS, option 4, or email arose@LasVegasNevada.Gov. Children living in or near 89106, 89107 and 89101 receive first priority and can attend for free. All other zip codes are encouraged to apply. Four locations include: 

• Owens Avenue and H Street (Sherman Gardens Annex location)
• Twin Lakes Drive and Washington Avenue (Derfelt Strong Future location)
• Mojave Road and Stewart Avenue (Chuck Minker Sports Complex location)
• Washington Avenue and D Street (Historic Westside location)

The PSI Chapters bring together perinatal mental health advocates (survivors, professionals, stakeholders) from across U.S. states and territories to further PSI’s mission and vision on a local level.

For more information please email, psichapternv@gmail.com.

• Thrive Wellness of Reno - 775-525-8103
• Megan Kornbluth - 530-580-8848
• Quest Counseling - Alyson Mullen - 775-786-6880
• Amber Creek - Rachel Goforth - 775-575-2144
• Desert Bloom Wellness - Caitlyn Wallace - 775-453-4149
• Healing Home Counseling - Ashley Hanna Morgan - 775-391-0781

Free community classes in Southern Nevada

Dignity Health Community Outreach is offering online and hybrid fitness, wellness, and children's classes.

• Free Birthing Center Tours: Register at StRoseHospitals.org/classes.
• My Baby App
• Mommy and Baby Yoga
• New Mommy Mixer
• Zumbini

• Sing & Sign: Food Time 
• Parenting the Love and Logic Way
• Baby Steps: Learn and Play
• Mommy Care Club
• Kinship Care Club

Nevada 2-1-1: Locate resources and services statewide

Go Before You Show: Prenatal campaign to ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy

Healthy Moms Sober Babies: Receive top priority admission at state-funded substance abuse treatment centers.

Medical Home Portal: A “one-stop shop” for:

• Families who need help with care coordination, resources, and providers
• Physicians and Medical Home teams
• Other Professionals and Caregivers

Tobacco Quitline: Free, convenient, safe, and secure way to quit smoking.

Count the Kicks: Easy, free, and reliable way for expectant parents to monitor their baby’s well-being in the third trimester in addition to regular prenatal visits

NVMCH | Phone: (702) 616-4912 | www.nvmch.org