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SUMMARY:Intro to Fertility Ed (Creighton Model)
DESCRIPTION: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/ \nThe 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.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/intro-to-fertility-ed-creighton-method/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Natural Fertility and Family Planning
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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SUMMARY:Miscarriage and Infant Loss Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:If you or someone you love has suffered the loss of a child\, come join us for conversation and support. \nThe conversation will be led by compassionate moms\, Jenny Butler and Holly Erbes  who have experienced this kind of loss\, they are here to help you through this difficult time. \nThank you!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/miscarriage-and-infant-loss-peer-support-8/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breastfeeding and Postpartum,Family Life Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T190000
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SUMMARY:Harnessing Your Hormones: A New Year Approach to Hormone Health and Fat Loss
DESCRIPTION: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!  \nGuiding 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. \nChild watch available!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/harnessing-your-hormones-a-new-year-approach-to-hormone-health-and-fat-loss/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Life Services,Natural Fertility and Family Planning
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T183000
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SUMMARY:Grace Restored (Post-Abortion Peer Support)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed with compassion using resources learned by attending a weekend event with Restored by Grace http://restoredbygraceministries.com \nPlease register here (before noon the day prior to the event) or call 641-351-4041 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/life-after-abortion-peer-support-17/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Family Life Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T103000
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SUMMARY:Mugs and Mamas (Mom's Group)
DESCRIPTION:If you are a mama of young ones\, you are welcome!  This is a place for all mamas wherever you are in your parenting journey or whatever season of parenting you are in to connect with other moms and for your littles to do the same. A little cozy coffee play date!  Coffee and snacks provided. \nPlease register by the Thursday before the meeting and let us know how many children and what ages\, as we’ll need to plan for volunteers/staff to watch the little ones. \n  \nCHILDCARE IS FULL SO REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.  THANK YOU!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/mugs-and-mamas-moms-group-2/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Life Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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SUMMARY:Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning (By Appointment Only)
DESCRIPTION: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!  Rebecca Driscoll\, PA-C\, CLC\, the instructor\, will be providing an introductory class to the Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning\, which is a class for women and couples and will introduce them to how to naturally chart their cycle to either avoid or achieve pregnancy.  It is also a helpful way to track your cycle in postpartum/ breastfeeding setting as well as in perimenopause. \nThe first class is free and available by appointment.  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 1 month and 6 months. \nPlease register here and Rebecca will get back with you regarding an appointment for a class at a time and date that works for both of you.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/intro-to-marquette-model-of-natural-family-planning-by-appointment-only/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Natural Fertility and Family Planning
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
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SUMMARY:Parenting With Love and Logic
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister by the day before the event at 12 noon.  Childwatch available.  Thank you!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/parenting-with-love-and-logic-3/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Life Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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SUMMARY:Faith-Based Individual and Marriage Counseling (By Appointment Only)
DESCRIPTION: Brooke has her Master’s degree in Christian Counseling\, and 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\, and the first session is free while the ongoing sessions are $75/hour.\n\n\nRegister here and an email will be sent to Brooke and then she will call or email you and schedule a date and a time in the future that works for both of you.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/faith-based-individual-and-marriage-counseling-by-appointment-only-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Family Life Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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