Valentine's Date in the Box
2025-01-14 08:00 - 2025-02-10 18:00 (America/Chicago) | IA
Surprise your loved one with a Date in a Box from Guiding Star Marshalltown for just $20! This thoughtful gift is packed with everything you need to make Valentine’s Day extra special:

Two chocolates and two caramels from Lillie Mae’s
Fridley Theatre’s famous popcorn (the best in town!)
A “Year of Dates” idea kit with 26 fun Marshalltown date ideas for adventures or cozy nights in—perfect for those ‘What should we do?’ moments
Hydrating face masks for a little self-care
Sweet letters to write to each other
A couples activity to spark meaningful connections
And more surprises!

All beautifully wrapped and tied with a bow, this box is ready to gift.
Best of all, 100% of proceeds directly support mothers and infants in Marshalltown through programs like Aggie’s Closet and educational classes, empowering women to embrace their bodies and care for their families with confidence.
Pickup is February 13th, 10 AM – 6 PM at Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S Center St Ste M, Marshalltown, IA
The last day to purchase is February 10th!
Click the “Register” button below to purchase your Date in a Box!

One on One Breastfeeding Support (by appointment only)
2025-01-15 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-21 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-22 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-24 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-29 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-01-31 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-06 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-07 08:00 - 19:00 | 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 at noon and Rebecca will get back to you about an appointment time.

Bump to Baby Pregnancy Support
2025-01-16 17:30 - 18:30 | 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 Emily, a Certified Nurse Midwife, and Danielle, a doula.
Please call 641-351-4041 for more information or register by 5:00pm of the day prior to class.
Thank you!

Life After Abortion (peer support)
2025-01-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-02-20 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 (before noon the day prior to the event) or call 641-351-4041 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Harnessing Your Hormones for Health and Weight Loss
2025-01-23 18:30 - 19:30 | 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!

Faith-Based Counseling
2025-01-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Currently completing her internship for a Master’s degree in Christian Counseling, Brooke has a strong foundation in pastoral counseling and behavioral health and a heart for empathy-driven, trauma-informed care. Brooke is here to support individuals facing a variety of challenges, including trauma and abuse recovery, infertility or postpartum struggles, anxiety and depression management, and marriage and relationship guidance. Counsel is all virtual, is free, and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register here and an email will be sent to Brooke and then she will call or email you and schedule a date and a time that works for both of you.

One on One Breastfeeding Support
2025-02-03 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-10 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-12 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-20 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-21 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-27 08:00 - 19:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States

Intro to Pumping
2025-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Discover essential, empowering tips for an enjoyable breastfeeding experience, especially tips for expressing your breastmilk through pumping!
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, and intro to pumping. It will be tailored to individuals who register.

Breastfeeding advice and support from our Lactation Counselor, Rebecca Driscoll PA-C, CLC. Rebecca is currently a breastfeeding and working mama! She is available to meet with you to help with lactation needs and support. Register a day before the event (at noon) so we can prepare and plan.

Intro to Fertility Education (Creighton Model)
2025-02-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Are you experiencing fertility related issues? Are you trying to avoid or achieve pregnancy? Are you experiencing menstrual health related issues? This class is for you! Kaleigh, the instructor, of Guiding Star Sioux Land, will be providing a virtual introductory class to the Creighton Model of natural fertility and family planning, which is a mucus observation based system with referrals to natural, life-affirming medical professionals. It is a versatile system that can be used from the ages of 16 until menopause. Kaleigh has been a user of the Creighton Model since 2011, a practitioner since 2018, and was certified in 2020. Sign up for the introductory class at the following “contact us” link: https://guidingstarsiouxland.org/contact-us/
To adequately and confidently learn the system, it is recommended that you have individualized follow-up sessions. The recommended follow-up schedule is 2,4,6,8,12 weeks, then 6,9, and 12 months from the Intro session.

Bump to Baby (Pregnancy Support)
2025-02-13 17:30 - 18:30 | 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 Emily, a Certified Nurse Midwife, and Danielle, a doula.
Please call 641-351-4041 for more information or register by 12:00pm (noon) of the day prior to class.
Thank you!

Faith-Based Counseling (By Appointment Only)
2025-02-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual

Gracefully Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause
2025-02-17 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.

Miscarriage and Infant Loss (peer support)
2025-02-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-03-05 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!

Parenting with Love and Logic
2025-02-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M, Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
Feeling the frustration of parenting? Want to learn how to set limits without using anger or threats? Want to learn tips on how to set expectations that will help your child? Mrs. Karen Mussig, School Counselor and mother of six, will provide a parenting class based on the book, Parenting with Love and Logic. The class is based on the Love and Logic parenting theory, which is a gentle parenting strategy that emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and natural consequences. Geared for parents toddler through adolescent.

Intro to Fertility Education (Creighton Model)
2025-03-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Are you experiencing fertility related issues? Are you trying to avoid or achieve pregnancy? Are you experiencing menstrual health related issues? This class is for you! Kaleigh, the instructor, of Guiding Star Sioux Land, will be providing a virtual introductory class to the Creighton Model of natural fertility and family planning, which is a mucus observation based system with referrals to natural, life-affirming medical professionals. It is a versatile system that can be used from the ages of 16 until menopause. Kaleigh has been a user of the Creighton Model since 2011, a practitioner since 2018, and was certified in 2020. Sign up for the introductory class at the following “contact us” link: https://guidingstarsiouxland.org/contact-us/
The first class is free. However, to adequately and confidently learn the system, it is recommended that you have individualized follow-up sessions, which have a cost to them. The recommended follow-up schedule is 2,4,6,8,12 weeks, then 6,9, and 12 months from the Intro session.

Healthy Family Fair @ Marshalltown High School Round House
2025-03-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Marshalltown Community High School, 1002 S. 3rd Ave., Marshalltown, IA, 50158, United States
GSM will have an information table at the Healthy Family Fair at the MHS Round House on Saturday March 8 10am-1pm. Come and visit us to find out about our services. Games and prizes too!
