June 2006

Classes for Parents

Early Pregnancy Seminar. Learn about nutrition, early parenting, choices for healthcare providers, doulas, where to give birth and childbirth education opportunities. For women contemplating pregnancy or up to six months pregnant and their partner/family members. Free, but donation accepted. 6:30-8:30pm June 6. South Hill Library, 15420 Meridian Ave E, Puyallup. 253-845-2270 www.cea-tlc.org.

Power Parenting Workshop. Kids explore the museum while adults learn parenting tips. 6:30-8pm June 6. FREE. Registration required. Hands On Children's Museum, 11th Ave. and Capitol Way, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.

Family Friendly Career Fair. Learn about careers that allow for flexible hours or working from home. 11am-2:30pm June 8. FREE. Moore Library, 215 S 56th St., Tacoma. 253-212-1252.

Carseat Workshop for Expectant Parents. Learn from certified carseat technicians proper use and installation of infant seats. 6:30-8pm June 1. $20. Class meets at Tacoma General Hospital; fees are paid to Bates Technical College. 1-800-342-9919. www.multicare.org.

Postpartum Care and Breastfeeding Seminar. 2-4:30pm June 17. FREE, but pre-registration requested. Babies R Us, across from Tacoma Mall on S 48th St., Tacoma. 253-472-4441.

Newborn Basics. Information for new parents on newborn care and safety. Includes take-home materials. 6:30-9:30pm June 19. $35 per couple. Class meets at Tacoma General Hospital; fees are paid to Bates Technical College. 1-800-342-9919. www.multicare.org.

Ongoing Family Education

Bates Technical College Parent Education: Cooperative preschools, parenting classes. 253-680-7500. www.bates.ctc.edu/home_family.

Champion Moms: Special speakers and crafts. Champions Centre, 1819 E 72nd St., Tacoma. 253-475-6454.

Clover Park Technical College Parent Education: Serving Lakewood, Spanaway, Graham, Roy, McChord and Fort Lewis. 253-589-5569 or 253-974-7033.

Good Samaritan Childbirth and Parenting Classes: Good Samaritan Hospital, 407 14th Ave. SE, Puyallup. 253-697-5300. www.goodsamhealth.org.

Infant Massage: Adults and babies 8 weeks to crawling. 253-944-7957. www.fhshealth.org.

Kangaroo Kapers: A new baby in the family means adjustments for everyone, even siblings-to-be. This one-hour class helps prepare children for the arrival of a new brother or sister. Ages 2 to 6. 11am Saturdays, 6pm Tuesdays. Call for this month's dates. Harrison Medical Center, 1800 NW Myhre Rd., Silverdale. 360-337-8800. www.harrisonhospital.org.

Mary Bridge Love and Logic Parenting: Mary Bridge Center for Childhood Safety, Tacoma. 253-403-1234. www.multicare.org.

MOMS Clubs: For stay-at-home moms. Federal Way / Auburn: 206-202-0316. Lacey: 360-456-1245. Olympia: 360-943-0725. Puyallup: 253-841-1605. Tacoma: 253-596-8057. Tumwater: 360-273-9197.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS): Crafts, parenting discussions and activities for preschoolers. 1-800-929-1287. www.mops.org.

Pierce College Puyallup Parent Education: Cooperative nursery schools, parent and child classes. 253-840-8445.

Pierce College Parent/Child Classes: Ages 18 to 36 months, with parents. Pierce College, 9401 Farwest Dr. SW, Lakewood. 253-964-6691. www.pierce.ctc.edu.

Priority Families: A discussion / play class on international adoption topics. Children welcome. 10-11:45am first and third Fridays. FREE. Bethany Christian Services, 10333 Bridgeport Way SW, Lakewood. 253-983-9250. www.bethany.org.

Providence St. Peter Hospital: Offers parent and family education classes in cooperation with Bates Technical College. 360-493-4111.

Raising Children from the Foster Care System: Addresses attachment problems, discipline, grief and loss. Childcare available at some locations. FREE. 253-983-9250.

Tacoma Babies and Toddlers. An online resource for parents. www.smartgroups.com/groups/tacomababies.

Deadline Details
Submission deadline is the 20th of the month, about six weeks prior to publication. Next deadline is June 20 for August events. Please e-mail information, including date, time, cost and ages to PugetSoundParent@aol.com. All submissions are run on a space available basis.

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