Welcome to First Year Circle (FYC)! An open and welcoming group where parents with new babies can connect, support one another, and navigate this challenging yet special time together!
Join our First Year Circle Facebook Group to stay up-to-date on the latest tips and tricks!
Each week will welcome a new discussion topic relevant to pregnancy, postpartum care, parenting, infant health, and more!
Come relax in a quiet, safe space where your parenting choices are both respected and celebrated!
Expectant mothers are always welcome! Supervised play is provided (for children under 6) in the adjoining playroom for a donation of your choosing.
THIS GROUP IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL NEW PARENTS
Check our programs calendar to stay up-to-date on the latest FYC offerings
Meet Jackie!
Meet First Year Circle’s facilitator, Jackie Steffes! With backgrounds in child welfare social work, family support services and the Nurturing Parenting program, Jackie is the perfect leader for our group! As a mom of three and recently welcoming her newest child in August of 2022, Jackie understands the questions and concerns new and veteran parents may have.
Join our First Year Circle and get the support you need to be the best parent you can be!
UPCOMING DATES AND TOPICS
All First Year Circle sessions are held on Fridays from 10:00am-12:00pm at Bay View Community Center (unless a different location is indicated)
July 5 – NO FYC, enjoy the long holiday weekend!
July 12 – Discussing Pelvic Floor health and movement
with Stacie Hauenstein, PT, DPT – Aurora Sports Health
July 19 – Open Discussion and Play!
July 26 – Car Seat Safety
August 2 – CPR and choking basics
with Labor and Delivery Nurse, Lauren Pham
August 9 – Ages and Stages Development Assessment Day! (ASQ 3 and ASQ SE)
August 16 – Presentation from a Maternal Child Health Coordinator
with United Health Care, with Drew Gaddis, RN
August 23 – All Things Sleep
August 30 – FYC Outdoors @ Humboldt Park Splash Pad (start time is 10:30am)
*Group topics are subject to change; each group is designed to meet the needs of the group participants.
Any questions, please email the FRC directly anytime at frc@bayviewcenter.org
Baby Beginnings is First Year Circle’s sister program at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum!
Baby Beginnings is a free program for caregivers and their newborns to come together while exploring the five senses. Hosted in Betty Brinn’s Pocket Park exhibit, each class will include stretches, tummy time activities, tracking practice, music, and hands-on exploration.
This program is designed for babies under 12 months and is best suited for those not walking yet.
UPCOMING DATES
Baby Beginnings sessions are held on Thursdays.
Doors open at 8:00am, and sessions run from 8:15am-8:45am at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum: 929 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Space is limited, so advance registration is strongly encouraged. Follow the link below to register for the next available session.
register for baby beginnings sessions hereFuture session dates: 9/19, 10/17, 11/21, 12/19
