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SUMMARY:Caffeinated Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Caffeinated Conversations offers networking in a fun and relaxed atmosphere at the Guiding Star Marshalltown office suites. Light breakfast/brunch food and coffee will be provided. All friends of Guiding Star Marshalltown and any employee of a Chamber member business/organization is encouraged to attend.  No need to RSVP.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/caffeinated-conversations/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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SUMMARY:Miscarriage and Infant Loss Support (By Appointment Only)
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.  If you are interested in an appointment with Jenny and Holly\, register here and they will get back to you through email or phone and set up a day and time that works for both of you! \nThank you!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/miscarriage-and-infant-loss-support-by-appointment-only-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:Harnessing Your Hormones for 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!  In order to ensure volunteers for child watch\, please register by the Thursday before the class by noon.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/harnessing-your-hormones-for-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:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T200000
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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 using logical consequences? 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 Monday before the event at 12 noon.  Childwatch available.  Thank you!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/parenting-with-love-and-logic-4/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T190000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Adoption (Peer Support)
DESCRIPTION:This group is for families who are in the beginning stages of adoption or have adopted through private\, foster\, and kinship.  It will bring your focus back to Jesus in the midst of the process.  This peer-to-peer group offers a gentle\, confidential space for honest conversation\, prayer\, and connection. We’ll discuss topics like waiting\, attachment\, trauma\, helping children process loss\, and understanding your role within the adoption triad. \nLed by Sarah\, a child and family pastor with 15 years of experience and an adoptive mom of three\, this group is for moms and dads seeking community\, encouragement\, and practical support.  Register here by  noon the Thursday before so we can provide childcare for the little ones who come with you!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/navigating-adoption-peer-support-5/
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:Mugs and Mamas (Moms Support Group)
DESCRIPTION:If you are a mama of young ones or school-age children\, 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!  Scooters coffee provided. \nPlease register by noon the Thursday at noon before the meeting and let us know how many children and what ages you will have for child watch\, as childcare is limited.  We can only accommodate up to 10 children for child watch\, but you don’t have to bring your kids!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/mugs-and-mamas-moms-support-group/
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:Grace Restored (Post Abortion 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/grace-restored-post-abortion-support-4/
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-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
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 is for you!  Rebecca\, PA-C\, CLC\, the instructor\, will be providing an introductory consultation for the Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning\, which is 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 consultation 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 at a time and date that works for both of you.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/marquette-method-of-natural-family-planning-by-appointment-only-7/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T193000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Breastfeeding
DESCRIPTION:Discover essential\, empowering tips for an enjoyable breastfeeding experience! \nYou 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.  It will be tailored to individuals who register. \nBreastfeeding 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 the Friday before the event (at noon) so we can prepare and plan.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/intro-to-breastfeeding-2/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breastfeeding and Postpartum
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T080000
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SUMMARY:One-On-One Breastfeeding Support (By Appointment Only)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBreastfeeding advice and support from our Lactation Counselor\, Rebecca.  \nRegister here and Rebecca will get back to you about an appointment time.
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/one-on-one-breastfeeding-support-by-appointment-only-78/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breastfeeding and Postpartum
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T201031Z
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SUMMARY:Bump to Baby Pregnancy Support
DESCRIPTION:What can you expect when your baby is ready to make his/her arrival? \nCome and socialize with other expectant moms\, share your advice and get your questions answered by two doulas who are sisters\, Abbey Rhoades\, and Vivian Kahler. \nPlease call  641-351-4041 for more information or register by 12:00pm (noon) of the day prior to group. \nThank you!
URL:https://guidingstarmarshalltown.org/event/bump-to-baby-pregnancy-support-13/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Marshalltown\, 2501 S. Center Street Suite M\, Marshalltown\, IA\, 50158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pregnancy and Childbirth
ORGANIZER;CN="Guiding Star Marshalltown":MAILTO:contact@guidingstarmarshalltown.org
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