Upcoming Events for the Week of July 27

July 27, 2020July 28, 2020 LA Best Babies Network

NOTE: Most in-person events have been moved to an online format, postponed, or cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. 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 list that we update weekly. Do you have something for us to include? Email snish@labestbabies.org. And stay in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube!

Events Happening Throughout July

PARENT/FAMILY EVENT: Online COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Support Groups
Every Monday, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Every Tuesday, 11:00am – 12:30pm & 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Every Wednesday (Spanish), 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Every Thursday, 12:00pm – 1:00pm & 5:00pm – 6:30pm
These social support groups offer a space for continued connection during these times of increased isolation. These are not psychotherapy groups, but the therapists facilitate the groups to offer structure and support.
Presented by The Relational Center

Webinar: Caring for the Breastfeeding Dyad and Yourself During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Every Wednesday, 12:30pm – 1:30pm
This 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, July 27

PARENT/FAMILY EVENT: Be a Campaign Lead… Fundraise for BreastfeedLA
July 27 – August 31, TBA
This month-long campaign is to celebrate World Breastfeeding Month. As a BreastfeedLA campaign lead, you will contribute to real, immediate change for families all over LA County.
Presented by BreastfeedLA

PARENT/FAMILY EVENT: Experiment with Optical Illusions on YouTube
July 27, TBA
Presented by the Los Angeles County Library

Southern Region Student Wellness Conference: 20/20 Perspective
July 27 – 31, TBA: JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, 74-855 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Presented by The San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools & The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health

Webinar: The Updated FDA Nutrition Facts Label During the Era of COVID-19
July 27, 9:00am – 10:00am
Presented by the Food and Drug Administration and the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)

Virtual Training: Empowering Telehealth Providers Working with Families
July 27, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by the DMH-UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence

Webinar: Moment to Moment: Supporting Parents’ & Children’s Playful Interactions
July 27, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Presented by Profectum Foundation