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Joy of Grandparenting Class

Helping grandparents be informed and involved

New grandma and grandpa holding infant baby girl New grandma and grandpa holding infant baby girl
Location
St. John's Hospital Carol Jo Vecchie Women & Children's Center 415 N 9th St | Springfield
In the event of a cancellation, we request that you notify us as soon as possible.
217-744-2229 womencare@hshs.org
Congratulations grandparents! This exciting class, The Joy of Grandparenting, will help grandparents be informed and involved. Integrating the most current guidelines, this class will provide new grandparents information about maternal and child health and safety recommendations. Having this knowledge allows grandparents to be loving and supportive mentors to the new parents.

Featuring evidence-based content, our high-quality videos will help you stay engaged. This class covers content about infant feeding, crying & comforting techniques, safe swaddling, SIDS, & safe sleep environment, health & safety tips, car seat tips, home safety and much more!

Two grandparents may attend together. This is an in-person class. Registration is required. This class is free. Only one grandparent needs to register, and this class is ONLY FOR THE GRANDPARENTS!! All instructors are registered nurses. You will be contacted via email the week prior to the class date for confirmation on attending and the specific class location. All classes are held at St. John’s Hospital. Please enter through the lobby. Parking is available in the ramp at 9th & Carpenter Street. Please stop at the information desk and they will assist with directions to the class location.