NETWORK UPDATES
Two Open Spots for Mothers in the Southwest Region – Leadership & Self-Advocacy Fellowship
The Missouri Maternal Health Action Network-MHAN is excited to announce a unique yearlong leadership and capacity-building opportunity for mothers with lived experience who are further along in their recovery journey (more than 2 years of sustained recovery from substance use and mental/behavioral health challenges).
We currently have two open spots specifically for mothers in the Southwest Region, which includes the following counties: Barry, Barton, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Howell, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Phelps, Polk, Pulaski, Stone, Taney, Texas, Vernon, Webster, and Wright. Participants who commit to the full year and complete 100% of program activities will be compensated for their time.
We encourage you to share this opportunity widely, within your departments, networks, and communities. If you or someone you know is interested, please apply using the Leadership & Self-Advocacy Fellowship Application. For more information, please see the recruitment flyer and additional program details.
Don’t miss this chance to help grow leadership skills, elevate the voice of lived experience, and make a meaningful impact in maternal health!
System UPDATES
Reminder – 2025 Missouri Substance Use Prevention Conference
The 2025 Missouri Substance Use Prevention Conference is coming up October 28–30, 2025, in Columbia, MO. Key sessions include:
- Pre-Conference: Ethics for Prevention Professionals – October 28, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, $50 (Credit Card only). Lunch provided.
- Main Conference: October 29–30, $50 per person.
- Post-Conference: Mental Health First Aid Facilitator Summit – October 30, 11:45 AM–4:30 PM, includes networking lunch.
The Missouri Behavioral Health Council (MBHC) has approved the program for behavioral health CEUs. Lunch accommodations are attempted but not guaranteed.
This is a great opportunity for professionals to earn CEUs, expand skills, and engage with peers across the state.
Learn More & Register: Missouri Substance Use Prevention Conference
Early Bird Registration Open for AMCHP 2026
Early bird registration is now open for the 2026 AMCHP Annual Conference, taking place March 7–10, 2026, at The Westin, Washington DC Downtown. Attendees can take advantage of discounted rates by registering by January 9, 2026.
Call for Proposals:
AMCHP is accepting proposals for discussion sessions, workshops, digital posters, and roundtables under the 2026 theme, “The Power of Connection”, across eight topical areas:
- Epidemiology, Data, Assessment, and Evaluation
- Family, Youth, and Community Engagement and Partnership
- Housing, Nutrition, and Other Social Determinants of Health
- Indigeneity and Health
- Mental and Behavioral Health
- Policy & Impact
- Title V Administration
- Workforce Development and Leadership
Proposals (including optional 5-minute video submissions) are due by October 31, 2025. Submitters will be notified of acceptance by December 15, 2025.
Learn More & Register: AMCHP 2026 Conference
Health Professional Loan Repayment Program
Missouri is offering a Health Professional Loan Repayment Program to help health care, mental health, and public health professionals repay educational loans in exchange for serving in areas with provider shortages.
Award Amounts:
- $65,000 – Licensed health/mental health practitioners with a doctoral degree
- $35,000 – Licensed health/mental health practitioners with a bachelor’s or master’s degree
- $20,000 – Public health professionals with a bachelor’s degree
- $10,000 – Licensed health/mental health providers with an associate degree
Deadline: November 1, 2025
Learn More & Apply: Health Professional Loan Repayment Program
DSS Launches New Pages on H.R.1 and Healthy SNAP Initiative
The Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) has launched two new webpages to keep residents informed about the implementation of H.R.1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act) and the newly announced Healthy Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) initiative. These pages provide updates, resources, and guidance for Missourians navigating the programs.
Read More: DSS News Release
program & member highlights
Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness
Join the Christina Bohn Foundation on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Twin Lakes Recreation Area in Columbia, MO for the Christina Bohn Memorial 5K, honoring Christina Bohn and raising awareness for PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). Participants can run or walk, receive a race T-shirt, and support education about this condition that affects millions of women.
Register / Participate Virtually: Sign Up – Christina Bohn Memorial 5K
Learn More: Christina Bohn Foundation
Missouri Jails Face Significant Mental Health Challenges
A recent survey by Missouri Appleseed, conducted with the Missouri Sheriff’s Association and Missouri Association of Counties, highlights the urgent mental health needs in jails statewide. Key findings include:
- Facilities are operating beyond capacity, caring for residents with severe mental illness and substance use disorders without adequate resources or funding.
- Individuals awaiting Department of Mental Health assessments or transfers experience average wait times of 18 months to nearly 3 years.
- 42% of jail leaders report that three-quarters of their residents face mental health challenges—well above national estimates.
- Jail administrators emphasize the need for improved facilities, medical staffing, staff training, and expanded Medicaid enrollment before release to support better reentry outcomes.
These findings underscore critical systemic gaps and the need for statewide investment and policy reform in mental health services.
Missouri Nursery Program Spotlight
The Missouri Catholic Conference recently featured a story in The Messenger highlighting three women currently participating in the state’s nursery program. Each woman shares her personal journey to incarceration, as well as her hopes for her child and future, offering a powerful perspective on the impact of family-focused programs within the criminal justice system.
Read More: The Messenger – Missouri Nursery Program
Kansas City Expands Doula Program
Kansas City is expanding its doula program to provide additional support for expecting families. The program offers services such as prenatal education, labor and delivery assistance, and postpartum care. Families interested in participating can apply through the city’s health department.
The Kansas City Health Department, in partnership with Community Capital Fund (CCF), is offering free doula services to Kansas City, Missouri residents through the KC Doula Scholarship Program. This initiative, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), aims to enhance birth experiences, expand doula reach, and support the evolving landscape of doula care.
Program Highlights:
- Financial Assistance: Up to $6,000 per awardee to support doula services.
- Eligibility: Open to Kansas City residents who are pregnant or recently pregnant.
- Doula Requirements: Doulas must be certified, have at least 12 months of experience, and provide services within Kansas City.
- Services Covered: Includes prenatal visits, continuous labor support, postpartum assistance, and specialized services.
Both the doula and their client must apply together, with each doula eligible to support up to two clients through this program.
Learn More & Apply: KC Doula Program
Insights & Innovations
Rethinking Sleep Training Advice for New Mothers
A recent article in Psychology Today discusses how rigid sleep training methods can negatively impact new mothers’ mental health. The piece emphasizes that when prescribed sleep strategies fail, mothers often internalize the blame, leading to feelings of inadequacy and shame. Instead of questioning the methods, many women question their own capabilities, which can exacerbate postpartum depression and anxiety.
The article advocates for a more compassionate approach, encouraging mothers to redefine success in parenting by embracing flexibility and acknowledging the challenges of new motherhood.
Read More: It’s Me, Not the Method: When Sleep Advice Breaks New Mothers
Body Composition, Mental Health, and Lifestyle During Pregnancy
A recent narrative review published in Alcohol Research: Current Reviews examines the effectiveness of alcohol prevention iA recent study published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry examined the relationships between body fat mass percentage and mental health, specifically depression and anxiety symptoms, during pregnancy.
The study found that higher body fat percentage was significantly associated with increased depression and anxiety scores. However, these effects were moderated by physical activity and diet quality. Increased physical activity was found to mitigate the impact of body fat on depression, while adherence to a high-quality diet moderated the effect on anxiety.
These findings suggest that lifestyle interventions, including regular physical activity and balanced nutrition, may improve mental health outcomes for pregnant women, particularly those with obesity.
ACOG Guidance on Postpartum Depression Treatment with Zuranolone
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released a Clinical Practice Update to help clinicians navigate the use of zuranolone for treating postpartum depression. The update provides:
- Clear recommendations for clinical use
- Implementation considerations for practice
- Answers to common clinical scenarios
- Newly available data on zuranolone concentrations in human milk
This guidance makes it easier for obstetric and mental health providers to apply evidence-based care for patients experiencing postpartum depression.
Universal Screening for Maternal Mental Health Disorders
The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health has released an Issue Brief on Universal Screening for Maternal Mental Health Disorders, emphasizing the importance of standardized screening protocols for all individuals who are pregnant or in the postpartum period.
Key Highlights:
- Definition of Universal Screening: The systematic administration of assessments to identify individuals at risk for maternal mental health disorders.
- Importance of Screening: Early identification can lead to timely interventions, reducing adverse outcomes for mothers and infants.
- Positive Screen ≠ Diagnosis: A positive screening result indicates the need for further evaluation by a healthcare professional.
Access the Full Issue Brief: Universal Screening for Maternal Mental Health Disorders
community tools & supports
Cass County Coalition Releases Updated Housing Resource Guide
The Cass County Coalition has released its updated Housing Resource Guide, providing current information on local housing resources, assistance programs, and support services for residents.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at VIDA SANA
The Kansas City Health Department invites the community to VIDA SANA: A Healthy Life, A Proud Culture to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. This event honors the health, culture, and contributions of the Hispanic/Latino community.
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, October 18, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Kansas City Health Department, 2400 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Free Activities Include:
- Health screenings & wellness education
- Community resources & services
- Cultural performances and celebration
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Join the community to promote well-being and embrace a healthy life!
Swope Health Treat Town – Halloween Drive-Through
Swope Health invites the community to Treat Town, a Halloween-themed drive-through trick-or-treat event on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 4:00–7:00 PM in the Swope Health Central parking lot.
Join the fun and celebrate safely with treats and spooky surprises!
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Gamber Community Center Thanksgiving Luncheon
The Gamber Community Center is hosting its annual Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Enjoy a catered Thanksgiving meal with friends and family for $12 per person.
Pre-registration is required. Secure your spot by visiting the Gamber Community Center or calling 816-969-1580.
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resources & supports
Missouri Resources
mental & behavioral health resources/supports
support resources
- Missouri Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
- Visit 988lifeline.org
- Veterans (press 1)
- Español (oprime 2)
- LGBTQ+ Youth (press 3)
- National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
- SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- NAMI Helpline: Call 1 – 800 – 950 – NAMI (6264)
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: Call 1-800-656-4673
- National Call Center for Homeless Vets: Call 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838)
- United Way: Dial 2-1-1
HELPFUL WEBSITES
SUPPORT GROUPS
- Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/
- Postpartum Support International (Spanish Support Groups): Encuentros de apoyo
- SAMHSA Support Groups: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/health-care-or-support/support-group-or-local-program
- NAMI Support Groups: https://www.nami.org/support-education/support-groups/
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Food Services & supports
Second Harvest Community Food Bank
- Pantry Locator
- Food Distribution Events
- For more information, visit Second Harvest Community Food Bank
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insights ON-DEMAND
New MCH-now Microlearning: Interdisciplinary & Interprofessional Team Building
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Webinar Alert! Join March of Dimes for a 2-part learning series focused on pregnancy and infant loss. They will explore the impact of loss, highlight strategies for healing and support, and discuss the systems that shape care.
This series is designed for health professionals, advocates and community leaders who are working to improve support for families navigating loss.
Register Today: https://hubs.la/Q03Mzl6g0
new NAMI Podcast, Episode 87 – Breaking Through: Combating the Silent Suicide Crisis in Men’s Mental Health Featuring Raymond Braun, James Longman, and Don Mordecai, MD
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On this podcast, Daniel H. Gillison Jr., CEO of NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness), brings important mental health topics to light, one conversation at a time. Hope starts with us sharing our stories. Hope starts with us breaking the stigma. Hope starts with us sharing resources and practical advice. If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health condition and are looking for hope, this podcast is for you.
In this special episode recorded during NAMICon 2025, hear from a panel of mental health champions who bravely share their personal stories of struggle, survival, and hope. Raymond Braun and James Longman share their personal, lived experiences of mental health and serious mental illness while Don Mordecai, MD, shares his expert knowledge.
Through this episode, listeners will be inspired by their commitment to challenge stigma, break down silence, and create spaces for connection, healing, and recovery. Listeners will also discover the critical work Calm and Kaiser Permanente are doing to support men’s mental health through awareness, education, and culturally responsive resources – and understand how to turn men’s mental health awareness into action.
“Hope Starts With Us” is a podcast by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. It is hosted by NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr.
You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast
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UPCOMING TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Find upcoming trainings and development opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events
FREE prenatal education classes at phelps health
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Are you expecting a little one? Join us for free prenatal classes designed to help you prepare for labor, delivery and newborn care! These classes are open to expectant mothers after 20 weeks of pregnancy and include a tour of the Phelps Health Obstetrics Unit.
What you’ll learn:
- Pregnancy danger signals
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Breathing & relaxation techniques
- Cesarean birth (C-sections)
- Pain management and epidurals
- Newborn care and nutrition
- Breastfeeding and more!
Training date
- October 11, 2025
A support person is welcome to attend with you! Classes are free and open to the public.
Please call (573) 458-7397 to register. Sign up today!
pregnancy & infant loss: 2-part series
Date: Part 1, October 14, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, October 15, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: Understanding Anabolic Steroids
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Beth Cohen, MD, will provide an overview of the prevalence of anabolic and androgenic steroid use, the associated health risks, and approaches to support patients in discontinuation of use. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
Demystifying digital behavioral health platforms for parents
Date: October 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
This webinar is the second of a two-part series featuring innovative digital behavioral health platforms that focus on providing direct support to pregnant and postpartum parents. Check out the recording and other information from the first webinar, Demystifying Digital Behavioral Health for PROVIDERS.
pregnancy & infant loss: 2-part series
Date: Part 2, October 28, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, November 5, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: The Nuts and Bolts of Contingency Management for Stimulant Use Disorders
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Kristin Parent, MA, LMHC, will explain the principles of contingency management as a treatment for stimulant use disorder, review evidence-based protocols for its implementation, and discuss structural barriers to its implementation along with how to address them. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
FREE prenatal education classes at phelps health
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Are you expecting a little one? Join us for free prenatal classes designed to help you prepare for labor, delivery and newborn care! These classes are open to expectant mothers after 20 weeks of pregnancy and include a tour of the Phelps Health Obstetrics Unit.
What you’ll learn:
- Pregnancy danger signals
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Breathing & relaxation techniques
- Cesarean birth (C-sections)
- Pain management and epidurals
- Newborn care and nutrition
- Breastfeeding and more!
Training date
- November 8, 2025
A support person is welcome to attend with you! Classes are free and open to the public.
Please call (573) 458-7397 to register.
Overview of Bipolar Disorder (Part 1)
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Please note that Bipolar in the Perinatal Period (Part 2): Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment will be held in January 2026. All sessions are free to attend, and education credits will be provided at no cost. Please see the attached flyer for more information, and please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.
Bipolar Screening and Diagnosis
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Please note that Bipolar in the Perinatal Period (Part 2): Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment will be held in January 2026. All sessions are free to attend, and education credits will be provided at no cost. Please see the attached flyer for more information, and please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, November 19, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: Nicotine and THC Vaping Among Adolescents: Screening and Treatment Management for Stimulant Use Disorders
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Brittany Carney, DNP, FNP-BC, will present a didactic on clinical strategies for identifying and treating adolescent nicotine and THC vaping. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, December 3, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: Preventative Health Issues in SUD Care
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Joanna D’Afflitti, MD, MPH, will identify issues where preventative health screening and education may benefit patients in addiction treatment and describe communication strategies for educating patients about and engaging patients in preventative treatments. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
FREE prenatal education classes at phelps health
To Download: On a computer, right click and select “Save image as…”. On a mobile device, hold a finger down on the image until you are shown an option to “Share” or “Add to Photos”. Once saved, you can upload the image to your social account with its accompanying caption.
Are you expecting a little one? Join us for free prenatal classes designed to help you prepare for labor, delivery and newborn care! These classes are open to expectant mothers after 20 weeks of pregnancy and include a tour of the Phelps Health Obstetrics Unit.
What you’ll learn:
- Pregnancy danger signals
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Breathing & relaxation techniques
- Cesarean birth (C-sections)
- Pain management and epidurals
- Newborn care and nutrition
- Breastfeeding and more!
Training date
- December 6, 2025
A support person is welcome to attend with you! Classes are free and open to the public.
Please call (573) 458-7397 to register. Sign up today!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find upcoming events and opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events
Conscious Parenting Classes
Date: Tuesdays, October 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Location: 506 S Grant Ave, Springfield
Register: (417) 523 – 1160
FREE Flu Shots
Date: October 1-31, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; On Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
More Information: (877) 406 – 2662
RUNG Open House
Date: October 11, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: 2717 Sidney St, St Louis
Community harvest open house
Date: October 11, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown East Prairie
For information, call (817) 894 4865
second chance job fair
Date: October 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: 6347 Plymouth Ave, St Louis
To register, email rsedodo@fwca-stl.com
Parenting Workshop
Date: October 14, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
St. bernards mobile mammography unit at new madrid county health department
Date: October 16, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: New Madrid County Health Department
To schedule, call (573) 748-5541
Community Conversations About Suicide Prevention
Date: October 17, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Christina bohn memorial 5k for pmdd awareness 2025
The Christina Bohn Foundation was created to advocate for women suffering from Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME). Through increased awareness and education, we hope women will receive an accurate and more timely diagnosis. We also hope our efforts will prevent deaths by suicide related to having PMDD
To learn more, visit the Christina Bohn Foundation.
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Mental health kc fall symposium
We live in a digital age where a single post can carry lasting consequences. This interactive workshop will explore the ethical principles and best practices for navigating social media and online client data.
Through case studies and real-world examples, participants will gain practical strategies for:
- Maintaining client confidentiality and privacy
- Managing online reputation and professionalism
- Applying ethical frameworks to social media use
- Building trust and transparency in digital interactions
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Parenting Workshop
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Parenting Workshop
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
2026 Convening for Maternal and Infant Health in Missouri!
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This statewide gathering will bring together changemakers, health care professionals, advocates, and community leaders to advance maternal and infant health across Missouri. Stay tuned for more details on speakers, sessions and registration!
SUBMIT SYSTEM UPDATES, ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS
Submit System Updates, Organizational News
Use the following form Bee in the Know – System Updates, Organizational News to submit updates, or organizational news to be featured by the Missouri Maternal Health Action Network. These updates and news will be shared in upcoming installments of the Weekly Snapshot, on our social media platforms, as well as in Action Network meetings, workgroup meetings, and other activities. To share time-sensitive information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu
For more information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu or visit moactionnetwork.org.
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