Mommy Matters: Breastfeeding Support Group
8/4/26
3-4:30pm
Building 3, Third Floor (Family Birthing Center) Conference Room, 1801 Hickman Road, Des Moines IA 50314
Meet with other moms who understand what you are going through and know that you are not alone. Share experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Scales will be available for you to weigh your baby and a lactation specialist will be available to answer questions. Siblings are welcome.
FREE and open to the public. You do not need to have delivered at Broadlawns.
If you have any questions, please call the Broadlawns Family Birthing Center at (515) 217-8380.
Hands & Tales – Marshalltown
Join EHDI for a playful, connection-filled story time where books come alive through spoken language and American Sign Language (ASL)! Learn new signs, meet other families and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space for you and your child. Come for the story, stay for the connection. Hands & Tales events will take place every other month in different locations across the state.
December 11, 2026
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Marshalltown Public Library
Hands & Tales – Bettendorf
Join EHDI for a playful, connection-filled story time where books come alive through spoken language and American Sign Language (ASL)! Learn new signs, meet other families and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space for you and your child. Come for the story, stay for the connection. Hands & Tales events will take place every other month in different locations across the state.
October 2, 2026
4:15-5:15 p.m.
Bettendorf Public Library
Join EHDI for a playful, connection-filled story time where books come alive through spoken language and American Sign Language (ASL)! Learn new signs, meet other families and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space for you and your child. Come for the story, stay for the connection. Hands & Tales events will take place every other month in different locations across the state.
August 7, 2026
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Sycamore Park Shelter – Ottumwa
“Save the date for our 2026 Fall Education Conference! Join us Friday, November 6th, for “More Than Words: Communication in Action”! Featuring keynote speaker Jenny Brodell, M.A., CCC-SLP, this year’s conference will focus on supporting meaningful communication, connection, and self-expression across all stages of life.
Sessions will explore a variety of approaches that recognize and build upon individual strengths while also addressing diverse communication needs in the home, school, workplace, and community settings. Attendees will gain practical insights into collaborative support strategies, inclusive communication practices, relationship-building, and tools that promote independence and self-advocacy.
Designed for professionals, caregivers, educators, service providers, and self-advocates, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to learn, connect, and discover at this year’s conference.”
