Family Resource Center

Our priority with safety extends beyond the walls of the hospital. We work to protect the ones we hold most dear our children. Knowing that the number one cause of injury or death among children 0-14 years is unintentional injuries, Children’s Hospital of Nevada works with Trauma Services at UMC to provide injury prevention education. The Family Resource Center provides child passenger safety seats to families whenever possible. Parenting classes, bicycle, water safety, and CPR are taught to interested families.

Baby Steps: Is a comprehensive program to assist expectant mothers in accessing early and continuous prenatal care. Baby Steps assists mother in obtaining financial assistance for prenatal care, referral to a physician, transportation to prenatal visits, emotional support and childbirth education. This program is offered free of charge to any pregnant woman.

Bright Beginnings: Provides community education in Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding, Sibling classes, Baby Basics, Infant Massage, Infant and Child CPR, Boot Camp for New Dads and Safe Sitter classes. Infant and Child playgroups are also available, where we emphasize the health and development and socialization of your child. Personal tours of UMC’s Maternal Child Unit are available upon request. All classes are offered at no charge to the UMC community.

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383-2229 (BABY)

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m.
1120 Shadow Lane

Second driveway south of Charleston on Shadow Lane. Print this map.

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Classes and Events

UMC sponsors and participates in several community events to promote health and wellness to the residents of Southern Nevada. In addition, UMC offers classes on a variety of health-related topics. Classes are open to the public and most are free. All that we ask is that you call to reserve space so we have enough materials for everyone.

Events are listed by upcoming Date.
Click the Event Name title for details and to register. Click on numbers at the bottom to view more pages.

DateEvent NameCostEvent Description
5/23/2012Library Story TimeFreeJoin staff from the West Charleston Library for Story time. We will have lots of stories, rhymes, finger plays and poems and every child will have fun making a craft. *Please include your child's name and date of birth in the comment section when registering online.*
5/29/2012Healthy Teeth Class and Free ScreeningFreeJoin Dr. Demopoulos from UNLV School of Dental Medicine for this FREE Dental Educational Event for the whole family. *Please include your child's name and date of birth in comment section when registering online.*
6/2/2012Infant & Child CPR$10 deposit*Unable to register online.* If you have a child or care for a child, you need to know these life-savings skills. Please call to register for this class. Must register in person. Requires a $10 deposit, refunded to you when you attend class. No children in class please. Call 383-2229 to get registration information.
6/4/2012Breastfeeding Preparation ClassFreeOne of our certified lactation specialist leads this discussion on the benefits of breastfeeding and provides expectant and new mothers with the skills they may need to successfully breastfeed. Birth partners and other family members are welcome to attend. Class should be completely prior to delivery and adults only, please. Call 383-2229 with any questions. *Please include due date, OB's name and where you are delivering in email registration.*
6/6/2012Childbirth ClassFree**This is a 3 part class: June 6, 13 &20, 2012 (6pm-9pm)** This class is designed to teach parents about the birth process, including breathing techniques, comfort measures and relaxation. You should complete your Childbirth class in your 7th or 8th month of pregnancy. CALL 383-2229 to REGISTER. Free for those families that are delivering at UMC hospital. $35 fee if delivering at another hospital. *Unable to register without the following information.* Please include: Due date, OB delivering baby and what hospital you plan on delivering your baby at.
6/15/2012Father's Day Celebration/Play DateFreeDads, you have earned this! We will have this fun play date to honor the dads, grandfathers, uncles or any significant male influences in your child's life. We will sing, dance and create crafts to remember this special day.
6/20/2012Summer Celebration Play DateFreeJoin us at the Family Resource Center as we discuss ways to enjoy the summer activities in a safe, protected and fun fashion. There will be music, dancing and a summer craft for all participants. *Please include your child's name and date of birth in the comment section when registering online.*
6/27/2012Library Story TimeFreeJoin staff from the West Charleston Library for Story time. We will have lots of stories, rhymes, finger plays and poems and every child will have fun making a craft. *Please include your child's name and date of birth in the comment section when registering online.*
7/2/2012I'm Pregnant, Now What?FreeJoin us as we explore the wonderful adventure of pregnancy. Come learn what to expect these early days of pregnancy. Learn what are normal changes and those to be concerned about. Hear how to keep yourself and your baby healthy. Should be taken between 1-6months pregnant. **Please include your due date, OB and what hospital you plan on delivering at, in the comments section.**
7/11/2012Infant MassageFree**3 classes 7/11/12, 7/18/12 & 7/25/12 3-4pm** Learn techniques to calm and relax baby as well as relieve stress and discomfort. Massage also promotes better sleep. This 3 part class is for infants 6 weeks to 6 months. *Please include your child's name and date of birth when registering.*
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