Guiding Star Marshalltown

One on One Breastfeeding Drop In Support
2024-08-14 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Miscarriage and Infant Loss (peer support)
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!

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, 2024-04-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-02 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, 2024-04-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-04-02 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, 2024-04-09 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.

Mama Mingle (breastfeeding Support)
2024-04-06 08:30 - 10:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Whether you are breastfeeding for the first time , an experienced mama or still pregnant, come and get your lactation questions answered.
Breastfeeding advice and support lead by Donna Adelmund – Certified Lactation Counselor.
No Cost. Drop ins welcome!

Great Expectations (pregnancy support)
2024-04-01 18:30 - 19:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
What can you expect when your baby is ready to make his/her arrival?
Come and socialize with other expectant moms, share your advice and get your questions answered by Dawn (certified birth doula) and Megan (hormone coach).
Please call 641-351-4041 for more information or register by noon of the day prior to class.
Walk-ins are welcome, however, if you are in need of child watch, please call or note it in the “support person” section of the registration form.
Thank you!

Introduction to Childbirth Education
2024-03-26 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.
The Introductory class is free of charge and all are welcome to attend. The remainder of the sessions will then be offered only to those who attend the Intro and plan to attend the series of 5 sessions (April 2- April 30). 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 for the Introduction by noon on March 25 and feel free to call us at 641-351-4041 with any questions.

GSS for MIL
2024-03-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States

teenFEMM Workshop
2024-03-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Your daughter’s cycle affects her whole health! teenFEMM classes provide the necessary information to understand what’s normal and healthy at every stage of your daughter’s life.
teenFEMM classes cover: the link between hormones and health / how to track your hormonal health / brain development and changing emotions / lifestyle choices / sexual health and STIs
The class is offered as a 3-hour workshop for teen girls. Space is limited to 8 teens, so register early! Registration deadline: 3/8/24 by 6pm.
Mothers may attend with daughters OR teen may attend alone with a signed “permission to attend” prior to class.
A suggested donation of $15 to attend. Snacks provided.

Annual Public Board of Directors Meeting
2024-03-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Annual meeting – current state of GSM – installation of new members – open to the public.
Guiding Star Marshalltown 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Please register here so that we can anticipate attendance. Thank you!
