Centering Parenting

BETTER HEALTH OUTCOMES

Data has shown that Centering families have
better attendance for their well-child visits.
Better attendance leads to higher immunization
rates, extended breastfeeding, and additional opportunities to screen for maternal mental health.

"Centering Parenting has lasting benefits
for the baby, parents and family."

SELF-CARE

All of the activities, discussions, and patient
materials in group reinforce healthy choices for
the entire family. 

"These sessions not only focus on
my child's health and well-being but
my whole family's as well!"

SELF-CONFIDENCE

Members of the group feel welcomed, respected,
and listened to - giving them greater confidence
in their parenting skills.

"I love coming to my Centering group.
I always feel welcome and supported by
the other mommies and facilitators."

MORE TIME WITH THE PROVIDER

Additional time with a provider creates an
opportunity to screen for developmental
milestones and mental health concerns, leading
to earlier intervention and referrals.

"We have more time with the provider
and no time in the waiting room!" 

SUPPORT & FRIENDSHIP

Centering Parenting groups foster healthy
family relationships, lasting friendships, and
community connections.

"It makes us feel like we are not alone.
A lot of times we think, 'I'm the only one going through this,' but then you get to group, and
you realize, 'Oh, I'm not the only one!'"

LEARNING & FUN

Sharing questions and experiences, the members
of the group learn and grow with each other and
the facilitation team. 

"I always learn something new. They make
every session so much fun and interactive
with group discussions and activities.
They even have special guests come in."

"My favorite session has to be when they demonstrated infant massages."