Guiding Star Marshalltown

Comfort Station - Oktemberfest
2024-09-28 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Marshalltown Square, IA, 50158, United States
Need a comfortble place to nurse or change a diaper? We got you! Our booth will have wipes, diapers, changing table, fans, refreshments, and comfortable chairs for nursing your baby! We will be set up on Main Street Marshalltown in front of the courthouse by the craft vendors all day Saturday.

One on One (By Appointment Only) Breastfeeding Support
2024-09-25 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-24 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-20 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-19 08:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-12 08:00 - 20:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Breastfeeding can feel complicated and overwhelming. Come and get your lactation questions answered and get the support you need! Baby weight checks also available. Free of charge.
Breastfeeding advice and support from our Lactation Counselor, Rebecca Driscoll PA-C, CLC.
Register one day before the date above and Rebecca will get back to you about an appointment time.

Life after Abortion (peer support)
2024-09-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Individual personal support for those who wish to find hope and healing after abortion. No matter where you are in your journey of healing, we want to help guide you. Our amazing counselor, Carrie, has worked with so many women on this topic and has a huge heart to help women, like herself, find hope and healing after an abortion.
Led with compassion using resources learned by attending a weekend event with Restored by Grace http://restoredbygraceministries.com
Please register here or call 641-351-4041 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

One on One Breastfeeding Support
2024-09-11 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Breastfeeding can feel complicated and overwhelming. Come and get your lactation questions answered and get the support you need! Baby weight checks also available. Free of charge.
Breastfeeding advice and support from our Lactation Counselor, Rebecca Driscoll PA-C, CLC.
Register at least one day before the date above and Becca will get back to you about an appointment time.

Stress, Your Cycle & What You Can Do About It
2024-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Have you ever wondered how stress affects your cycle? How sometimes when you’re under a lot of stress your period is early or late? Do you know about the different kinds of stress and how they can affect your cycle?
Join Julie Grunklee, RN, FCP at Guiding Star Marshalltown where you’ll learn about the different kinds of stress, how they affect your cycle (or your gynecological health-which affects your overall health & wellbeing) and what you can do about it.

Julie is an RN, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, FertilityCare Practitioner and holds a Masters Degree in Community Health Education with nearly 30 years of experience in helping others understand how they were designed as well as helping them discover the strategies they need to lead happy, healthy, vibrant lives by aligning with that design.

Miscarriage and Infant Loss (peer support)
2024-09-04 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-06-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
If you or someone you love has suffered the loss of a child, come join us for conversation and support.
Led by compassionate moms who have experienced this kind of loss, we are here to help you through this difficult time.
Please call or register by noon on the day prior to the meeting so that we know to expect you. 641-351-4041
Thank you!

One on One Breastfeeding Drop In Support
2024-08-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Breastfeeding can feel complicated and overwhelming. Come and get your lactation questions answered and get the support you need! Baby weight checks also available. Free of charge.
Breastfeeding advice and support from our Lactation Counselor, Rebecca Driscoll PA-C, CLC.

Harnessing Your Hormones for Health and Weightloss
2024-08-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Learn how to eat and exercise in sync with your monthly cycle to take advantage of your body’s natural rhythms. By understanding and aligning your nutrition and movement with your cycle, you can tap into your body’s innate wisdom for optimal well-being! You will learn about each phase of your cycle and the proper nutrition and exercise to help you feel energized and balanced! You will learn about proper water and protein intake, importance of sleep, what stress levels do to your health, exercise tips, endocrine disruptors and more!
Guiding Star Marshalltown’s partner and class instructor, Jen English, is a health & wellness coach and the owner of A Well+Fed Life! The mission of A Well+Fed Life is to help women learn to increase their freedom with food & elevate their life by taking ownership of their health through the support of personal coaching, education, and community.
Child watch available!

Gracefully Navigating Peri-Menopause and Menopause
2024-07-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Come celebrate our feminine design and learn how you can support your body and gracefully navigate the changes peri-menopause & menopause bring!
Women ages 35 and up are welcome to attend! We’ll cover some common issues and fears related to peri-menopause and menopause. We will also cover ways you can create health through mind-set, de-stressing, food choices, exercise, sleep, hormone therapy and intimate moments. This class will be two hours and will have time for Q/A and discussion. Come with any concerns and questions!

About the Instructor: Julie Grunklee is a Registered Nurse, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Fertility Care Practitioner Intern and holds a Masters Degree in Community Health Education from the University of Northern Iowa.
Please register by noon on the day before class.
If child watch is needed, please note that in the “support person” section of the online registration.

Breastfeeding Empowerment Class
2024-06-24 18:00 - 19:00 | IA
Discover essential, empowering tips for an enjoyable breastfeeding experience!
You will learn helpful and practical tips and tricks for the soon to be or current breastfeeding mom will be shared, including what to expect from a breastfed newborn in the first days and beyond, useful products and how to use them, what’s a good latch, info for introducing bottles and pacis, intro to pumping, will be tailored to individuals who register.

Breastfeeding advice and support from our Lactation Counselor, Rebecca Driscoll PA-C, CLC. Rebecca is new mother and currently a breastfeeding and working mama (boss woman)! She is available to meet with you to help with lactation needs and support. Call our center at 641-351-4041 to make a free appointment.

Park Play Date at Mega-10 Park
2024-06-10 11:00 - 13:00 | IA
Come for a fun play date at Mega-10 Park in Marshalltown on Monday, June 10th from 11:00-1:00.
Bring your kiddos to play and enjoy some connection time with other local parents & grandparents! Grilled hotdogs and chips will be provided!
Address: 802 3rd-6th St, Marshalltown, IA 50158

Basic Infant and Child CPR and Choking
2024-05-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
In this class you’ll learn the basics of Infant & Child CPR & Choking.

You’ll learn:
How to recognize when a child and/or infant needs CPR or choking relief
How to correctly perform CPR and choking relief using manikins for hands-on practice
This class is taught by Julie Grunklee, RN & Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor through the American Heart Association. This class is a basic overview and is designed to prepare parents and caregivers with practical, hands-on skills to respond in an emergency. However, this class does not provide certification in CPR or Choking.
Child watch available. Please register by 12:00 of the day prior to class. Suggested donation of $10

Mother's Circle
2024-05-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
We offer baby weight checks as well as wellness check ups for infants and toddlers.
Come in and get your questions answered by Toni Whannel , Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
Stop by on Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00

MHS Health Fair
2024-05-02 08:30 - 12:30 | Marshalltown Community High School, 1002 S. 3rd Ave., Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
We will be attending the MHS Health Fair this year at the Round House!
Teens, please come and see us between 8:30-12:30 on Thursday May 2nd.
Spin the wheel and win a prize!

Childbirth Education Series
2024-04-30 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-04-23 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-04-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
This educational series is led by Dawn Bollhoefer, Certified Childbirth Educator.
Session topics will include: 1)physiology of birth, 2)diet and exercise, 3)what to expect during labor and delivery, 4)postpartum, 5) Q&A and final thoughts.
Please register to attend the Introductory Class (held on 3/36) by noon on March 25 and feel free to call us at 641-351-4041 with any questions.

Breastfeeding Support
2024-04-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
GSM now offers this opportunity for breastfeeding mamas to receive advice from Becca, Certified Lactation Counselor!
Baby weight and wellness checks also available at this time during our Mother’s Circle Session (Tuesdays 10-12).
Register here so that we can expect you! Walk-ins welcome too and childwatch (during your visit) is available.
Call us for more information at 641-351-4041

Mother's Market
2024-04-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Shop local vendors offering natural and sustainable products, enjoy local pampering services tailored for women, get a picture in the photobooth, enter to win one large giveaway, and indulge in complimentary refreshments and mom-osas!
At Guiding Star Marshalltown, we value and hold a special place in our hearts for mothers in our community.
We wanted our Spring Fundraiser to focus on celebrating and pampering the mom figures in our lives!
Please share the word and bring your loved ones!
Early Bird admission price is $10 (until April 12th). $15 admission at the door.
