This conversation series is hosted by the Parent Peer Network of Help Me Grow Nebraska to normalize parenting challenges and connect you to community resources. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join this community conversation and seek social support and resources. Help Me Grow Nebraska is a coalition of health organizations, nonprofits, and care providers who are promoting the early identification of developmental, behavioral, or educational concerns to ensure all kids grow to their full potential.
Session Descriptions
Details:
Virtual sessions only
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Session
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding and infant feeding are major parts of caring for infants. Some parents find this difficult and others have found a way that works best for their families. Join the Help Me Grow Peer Parent Network of Nebraska leader Makaela and parent coach and physician Priscilla to share your stories and receive resources and support.
Thursday, January 8, 2026 Session
DADS
Dads are critical to the success of infants and children to get the best start along their development. Join the Help Me Grow Nebraska Parent Peer Network to share your stories of fatherhood and how building a village of support can support Dad's along the journey. You will hear from two dads who are leaders in the Help Me Grow Nebraska Peer Parent Network on their experiences and local resources.
Thursday, January 29, 2026 Session
Parent Mental Health
Many parents face many mental health challenges postpartum and in the months following birth. Lack of sleep, fussy infants, feeding challenges, and economic struggles can all contribute to the stress load. For other parents hurdles like postpartum depression arise. Parents are not alone. Please join the Help Me Grow Nebraska Parent Peer Network leader Wylicia and birth doula and community facilitator Sydney to share your stories and receive support and resources about this common challenge for parents of infants.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 Session
Parent Advocacy
Parents are the best advocates for their children no matter if they are choosing a Pediatrician for your infant, advocating for their child when something does not feel right, and learning to seek additional resources to get the care that you need. These advocacy skills are critical to ensure all children get the resources they need. Please join the Help Me Grow Nebraska Parent Peer Network leaders Most and Karina to share your stories and to receive support among parents who have also experienced similar challenges. Also, resources will be shared for common parent concerns such as language development, feeding, etc.