La Leche League of Columbus
May 7, 2010 by cbowman
Filed under Newborns, Support Groups
All breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be interested in breastfeeding are welcome to come to the La Leche League of Columbus meetings or to call one of our Leaders for breastfeeding help or information.
2nd Tuesday of the month, 10:00 AM
Meeting Location:
Columbus Regional Education Center
Main Street Village Shopping Center
6298 Veterans Parkway, Columbus
Babies and children are always welcome at the meetings.
La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own
babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League
International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding.
They are available by phone whenever you have breastfeeding questions or
concerns.
Hannah @ 706-494-2651
Amanda @ 706-507-5650
The Mostly Military Bookclub
October 4, 2009 by cbowman
Filed under EVENTS, Support Groups
The Muscogee County Navigator Team (MCNT)
(a project of Parent to Parent of Georgia)
presents
The Mostly Military Bookclub
(for parents of children with special needs)
October 7, 2009 @ 11 a.m. – Noon
Are you a parent of a child with special needs?
Are you a parent with military connections? Do you like to read? Come read, learn and socialize with us.
Barnes and Noble Columbus Park Crossing
For more information:
MCNT
Mae 706-325-2617
mcnt_mae@yahoo.com
Mindy 706-341-8710
mcnt_mindy@yahoo.com
Cristina 706-409-1224
mcnt_cristina@yahoo.com
ADD/ADHD Support Group
February 16, 2009 by cbowman
Filed under ADHD, Support Groups
If you think your child has ADHD or if your child has been diagnosed, contact LEAN.
LEAN (Listen, Educate and Nurture) is Columbus’ local support group for parents, educators and other concerned adults who interact with children affected by attention deficit hyperactivity and impulsivity.
The group was started by two friends, who found strength in leaning on each other. This group offers empathy, encouragement and information for other faced with the mental, physical and emotional challenges of raising children affected with these symptoms.
Location: Fox Elementary School
Facts About ADHD:
- No one knows what causes ADHD
- ADHD is not due to poor parenting or lack of discipline
- 3-10 percent of children have ADHD
- Only 3 million children are diagnosed
- Americans spend 1 billion dollars a year on ADHD medications
Info: jenmulvany@bellsouth.net. Also visit ADDitude Magazine.
Chattahoochee Valley Down Syndrome Support Group
November 19, 2008 by cbowman
Filed under Down Syndrome, Support Groups
If there is a child with Down Syndrome in your life or you are expecting one, come the Chattahoochee Valley Down Syndrome Support Group.
The group holds quarterly support group meetings and monthly mom’s lunches. Location is subject to change, so be sure to call before going.
Lunch: October 22, 2009 @ 11:30 a.m.
Atlanta Bread Company at Columbus Park Crossing
Currently, 90 percent of expecting parents that find out their unborn child has Down Syndrome choose to terminate the pregnancy. But having a child with cognitive challenges isn’t the end of the world. People with Downs Syndrome are capable of so much and lead full, happy and quality lives.
Info: Send an email to columbusds@gmail.com
