NOTE: Most in-person events have been moved to an online format, postponed, or cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re making updates as we learn about them, but we recommend contacting organizers before registering for in-person events.For updated information and resources for home visitors, visit our COVID-19 page. From all of us at LABBN, we wish you and yours good health during these challenging times.
Here is a roundup of this week’s conferences, webinars, and trainings for home visitors and others who work with pregnant women and families with little ones. also included: events around L.A. county that you can share with the families you serve. want to look further into the future? See the comprehensive lists we update weekly for:
Home Visiting and Early childhood Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, and Families
Do you have something for us to include? Email vreyes@labestbabies.org. and stay in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube!
March is:
Bleeding Disorders awareness Month
Brain Injury awareness Month
Developmental Disabilities awareness Month
Endometriosis awareness Month
Multiple Myeloma awareness Month
National Colorectal cancer awareness Month
National Kidney Month
National Nutrition Month
Trisomy awareness Month
Birth Defects Day (March 3)
International Women’s Day (March 8)
National school breakfast Week (March 8 – 12)
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS awareness Day (March 10)
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day (March 10)
National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week (March 14 – 20)
Patient safety awareness Week (March 14 – 20)
Sleep awareness Week (March 14 – 20)
National Poison Prevention Week (March 15 – 21)
World Oral health Day (March 20)
National drug and Alcohol Facts Week (March 22 – 28)
World Tuberculosis Day (March 24)
National Doctor’s Day (March 30)
Events happening throughout March
COVID-19 Vaccine Registration for LA county ResidentsOpen Registration, 8:00am – 8:00pmSee the website for information on which groups are currently being vaccinated. No Internet access? Call (833) 540-0473 for assistance with appointments Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 8:30pm.Presented by county of Los Angeles department of Public HealthNurturing Parenting ClassesWednesdays (March 3 – may 12, 2021), 10:00am – 11:00amThis class is to help you and your family learn about a child’s developmental milestones, self-awareness, and positive forms of reinforcement. There is a total of 11 sessions that take place once a week on Wednesdays. All sessions are in English only and open to all zip codes. For registration information, please call Victoria at (213) 590-2457 or Jasmine at (323) 397-5798.Presented by Children’s BureauEarly childhood and family Engagement EventsPresented by the Los Angeles Public Library:
Music Mondays: Mondays, 10:00am
Storytime Online: Tuesday – Friday, 10:00am
Baby and Toddler Storytime: Tuesdays, 10:30am
Virtual Mini-Storytime: Thursdays, 11:00am
For more information on the events hosted, please refer to this calendar.
Webinar: Caring for the Breastfeeding Dyad and yourself during the COVID-19 PandemicEvery Wednesday, 12:30pm – 1:30pmThis weekly webinar was created as a safe place for lactation professionals to gather. There will be a new speaker/topic each week to provide current information on guidelines and recommendations.Presented by the Inland Empire Breastfeeding Coalition
Monday, March 15
Today is the start of national Poison Prevention Week (March 15 – 21)!Virtual Program: The growing Brain: From Birth to 5 Years Old Training of TrainersMarch 15 – 19, TBAPresented by ZERO TO THREEParenting While Black Webinar Series: Becoming a Family, part IMarch 15, 1:00pmPresented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center
Tuesday, March 16
Suicide Loss Grief GroupMarch 16 – may 4, TBAGroup sessions are held over the course of 8 weeks and meet once a week for 1 hour and 30 minutes.To register, please call (562) 429-0075 ext. 2 or email programs@newhopegrief.orgPresented by new Hope Grief support CommunityVirtual Event: 42nd annual WIC ConferenceMarch 16 – 18, 6:00am – 10:00amPresented by WIC association of new York StateWebinar: Highlights from the field on Hybrid VisitsMarch 16, 9:00am – 10:30amPresented by California primary care association (CPCA)Freedom of information Day: how to find the law OnlineMarch 16, 11:00am – 12:00pmPresented by LA law LibraryOlder Adults: impact on the economy and WorkforceMarch 16, 11:00am – 12:15pmPresented by Los Angeles county LibraryThe learning Table: Nutrition and Mindful EatingMarch 16, 12:00pmPresented by Cedars-SinaiFreedom of information Day: how to access Court RecordsMarch 16, 12:30pm – 1:30pmPresented by LA law LibraryWebinar: Matching family Needs to ResourcesMarch 16, 12:30pm – 1:30pmFor more information, please refer to this flyer.Presented by the OunceThe single Moms at work Program information SessionMarch 16, 1:00pmTo register or for more information, call (510) 414-1553 or email haninah@urbanuniv.org with your full name, phone number and date that you would like to attend. After sending your information, you will receive a GoogleMeet video link (no pre-installation is required).Presented by urban UniversityVirtual Training: building Nourishing PantriesMarch 16, 1:00pm – 3:00pmPresented by Leah’s Pantry in partnership with CalFresh healthy LivingFreedom of information Day: how to use the Public Records ActMarch 16, 4:00pm – 5:00pmPresented by LA law LibraryFreedom of information Day: Ask a Lawyer: Accessing Public RecordsMarch 16, 5:00pm – 6:00pmPresented by LA law Library
Wednesday, March 17
Virtual Training: Tools & Tricks for powerful Online education & CollaborationMarch 17, 9:00amPresented by CalFresh healthy Living in collaboration with other California-based organizationsWebinar: Utilizing Intermittent Sites to increase access to care Q121March 17, 9:00am – 10:30amPresented by California primary care association (CPCA)Virtual Event: child and family team Facilitator TrainingMarch 17 – 18, 9:00am – 2:00pmPresented by Los Angeles county department of mental health child welfare division (CWD)Webinar: FASD: understanding Developmental Stages and Diagnoses across the Lifespan March 17, 9:30am – 12:30pmPresented by the FASD Network of southern California, in collaboration with WellnestWebinar: Findings from CHCF’s Sacramento area regional Markey StudyMarch 17, 12:00pm – 1:00pmPresented by California health care FoundationWebinar: Vaccinations: Optimizing EClinicalWorks to work for YouMarch 17, 1:00pm – 2:00pmPresented by California primary care association (CPCA)Virtual Event: Exploring and Explaining EquityMarch 17, 1:00pm – 4:00pmPresented by California family resource AssociationThe single Moms at work Program information SessionMarch 17, 5:00pmTo register or for more information, call (510) 414-1553 or email haninah@urbanuniv.org with your full name, phone number and date that you would like to attend. After sending your information, you will receive a GoogleMeet video link (no pre-installation is required).Presented by urban University
Thursday, March 18
Save the Date: community Forum on Violence, Racism & TraumaMarch 18, TBAPresented by MLK community Healing & Trauma CenterWebinar: Life After Transplant: how to Navigate Your new routine & Take care of Your new KidneyMarch 18, 10:00am – 11:00amPresented by national Kidney foundation in collaboration CareDxVirtual Event: La Hub West Valley Collaborative event GatheringMarch 18, 10:00am – 11:30amMonthly gathering of West San Fernando Valley community partners to share resources and info.Presented by StrengthUnitedWebinar: “Hosting a Virtual Day of action in 2021”March 18, 10:30amPresented by CalFresh healthy LivingWebinar: Maternal mental health 101March 18, 10:30am – 12:00pmPresented by 2020 mom and Postpartum support InternationalVirtual Event: Prevention town Hall: Preventing sexual and Intimate partner violence After One Year of the Coronavirus PandemicMarch 18, 11:00am – 12:30pmPresented by PreventConnect, a national project of the California coalition against sexual AssaultPolitical Advocacy 101: Political Advocacy Basics brown Bag Lunch-And-LearnMarch 18, 12:00pm – 1:00pmPresented by StrengthUnited’s leadership and the staff Advisory CommitteeWebinar: contemporary Caries Prevention & Management: The value of Team-Based ApproachesMarch 18, 12:00pm – 1:05pmPresented by James J. Crall, D.D.S., M.S, SC.DVirtual Monthly Open house event – free family support Services March 18, 2:00pmThis event will share more information on family support services for you and your family. For questions and/or to register, call Victoria at (213) 590-2457.Presented by Children’s BureauBreastfeeding TidBits and FAQs with Aqueelah, MBA, IBCLCMarch 18, 2:30m – 4:00pmPresented by CinnaMoms and Kaiser PermanenteAsk a Lawyer: Renting during COVIDMarch 18, 5:00pm – 6:30pmPresented by LA law Library
Friday, March 19
Webinar: how to Make a better form WorkshopMarch 19, 8:00am – 11:00amFor more information, click here.Presented by Clear Language Lab, a division of Literacy WorksVirtual Event: Doing business with the department of Public Social Services – information SessionMarch 19, 9:00am – 12:00pmTo join this session via phone, call (323) 776-6996 and enter code #: 95673969Presented by the Los Angeles county department of Public Social Services (DPSS) contract management Division, in partnership with the department of consumer and business Affairs and the internal Services DepartmentBaby Shower Drive-By EventMarch 19, 10:30am – 1:00pm: 2152 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90047This event is for pregnant women and families with babies 0 – 2 months old who live in these zip codes: 90002, 90003, 90044 and 90047. proof of address and proof of pregnancy or newborn’s age is needed. Participants must RSVP to attend this event. To reserve your spot, please call (323) 971-7360.Presented by El Nido family CentersWebinar: StorytellingIn the Time of COVID-19March 19, 1:00pm – 2:00pmPresented by StoryCenter
Saturday, March 20
Today is world Oral health Day (March 20)! We don’t know of any events happening today.
Sunday, March 21
We don’t know of any events happening today!
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