Are you a first time parent? Are you a mom or dad that needs a refresher this round? We know that raising children can be difficult and know that ALL children are different. Not all like to be worn but know that for some children that is the only way for you to get something …
Did you know that it is recommended that all women exercise their pelvic floor muscles every day throughout life. Research says that up to 45% of women during their postpartum period experience some type of pelvic floor weakness. The question each of us ask is, just how exactly do we do this? Bryndee a licensed …
Talking to your teens can be tough- especially when the topic is sex! Join us with one of our partners Megan. We will be discussing some great conversation starters, ways to approach uncomfortable topics and building your confidence in being the one your teen comes to for this vitally important info! Join us if you …
Join us for our “Protector of Purpose” Gala happening September 16th at the Diamond Event Center. This special evening will be filled with inspiration as we hear from clients served, enjoy our community of supporters, and are uplifted by the artistic talents of Tatiana Jackson. Tickets include a three course plated meal, two drink tickets …
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Calling all doulas, nurses, childbirth educators, and parents to join us on October 10th at 6PM for The Magical Hour Watch Party! Join us for popcorn and great discussion with Susan Wirtjes, Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Professional. For more about this film, visit this link. Register here! Guiding Star Cedar Valley is located at 220 Southbrooke Drive, Waterloo, …
Believing that all life is sacred, Hagarty Waychoff Grarup Funeral Service and Guiding Star Cedar Valley invite you to the 5th Annual No Matter How Small Memorial Event to assist in commemorating the lives lost due to miscarriage and infant loss. We invite anyone who has been touched by miscarriage or infant loss to join …
We are excited to host a watch party for the film Microbirth on November 7th, 2023 at 6PM. Join us for popcorn and great discussion with Susan Wirtjes, Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Professional. "Microbirth is a multi-award winning documentary exploring the latest science about the ‘seeding and feeding’ of a baby’s microbiome during pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding. The film features …
The first weeks after your baby is born are challenging! Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, those postpartum weeks are a time of transition and finding your family’s “new normal.” From infant care to a new normal, come learn some tips for making that transition easier on everyone! You will get to sit …
We are excited to start hosting our Breastfeeding Support Group at our Guiding Star Center! Our Breastfeeding Support Group will meet at Guiding Star Cedar Valley on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month from 9:30am-11am. Childwatch is available and you can register here. Each meeting will be led by Susan Wirtjes who has been …
At Guiding Star Cedar Valley, we believe real healthcare empowers women with the knowledge of their fertility. Fertility should be respected and understood, not treated as an illness. But too often, women are simply given contraception with no invitation to learn about the way their bodies function and no opportunity to even begin to learn …
We are so excited to share this evening with you and your daughter! We focus on helping girls understand their 4 main superpowers and how puberty relates to each of them. Those "super powers" are Ovulation, Menstruation, Gestation, and Lactation. We spend most of our time in the Ovulation and Menstruation categories - explaining signs …
In Intro to Manhood, we will cover the objectives every boy undergoes in the process of becoming a man. These objectives include the development of the body, anatomy, physiology and character traits of an upstanding man. The material is designed to give boys a concise, yet digestible, knowledge of the changes their bodies will go …
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