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Family Advocacy Program ( FAP )
2034 Barnett Ave . LH , 703-784-2570 Call to pre-register for all FAP courses .
FAP ’ s mission is to promote healthy military family development through the prevention , identification , and treatment of intimate partner violence and child abuse and neglect . FAP stresses early intervention and education to protect victims and increase family competencies .
CENTURY ANGER MANAGEMENT EVERY THU 6 SEP-25 OCT , 0900-1100 LH CR2 Topics include stress , empathy , respond versus react , self-talk , communication , forgiveness , and time-outs . Brief pre-screening required .
CO-PARENTING 20 SEP , 0900-1530 , COX HALL Seminar topics include ages and stages of childhood development and how to begin establishing a successful co-parenting relationship .

STRESS LESS

20 SEP , 0900-1530
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE MARINE CORPS Stress management retreat in honor of National Suicide Prevention Month and National Recovery Month . Agenda includes : yoga , breathing techniques , sleep coaching , mindfulness techniques and nutrition . Although the event is free , preregistration is required as space will be limited . This workshop would be a great event for couples , individuals or small groups / shops of Marines .
New Parent Support Program ( NPSP )
2034 Barnett Ave . LH . 703-784-4248 Call to pre-register for all NPSP courses . All classes are held in Little Hall , Lower Level , NPSP Activity Room unless stated otherwise .
UNDERSTANDING PREGNANCY : BREASTFEEDING 7 SEP , 0830-1230 A monthly class taught by Registered Nurses who are Board Certified Lactations Consultants , covering the basics of breastfeeding . Classes are for expectant moms and dads ! Recommended for the last trimester of pregnancy . Class size is limited ; pre-registration is required .
TODDLER TIME 11 & 25 SEP , 0930-1100 Interactive playgroup for children ages 1-3 and their parents . Enjoy meeting other parents in a child friendly environment .
BABY AND ME 11 & 25 SEP , 1300-1430 Network with other parents with newborns and infants . Learn about Infant stimulation , infant massage , infant sign language , music and your baby , and other topic of interest to parents with children ages 0-12 months old .
BABY BOOTCAMP 28 SEP , 0800-1530 Learn about the first few months of your baby ’ s life and the fulfillment of being a parent . Learn how to diaper , bathe , dress and feed a baby . Learn ways to communicate with your baby , how to calm a fussy baby , and when to call the doctor . This class is for both expectant moms and dads !
WIC Services are available at MCB Quantico ! MON-WED 0830-1200 & 1300-1600 NPSP ACTIVITY ROOM WIC can also be reached by email at pwcwic @ vdh . virginia . gov or call 703-792-7319 .
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