Pediatrician Dr. Christian Canzoniero will headline a special Pregnancy & Infancy Summit at Project Self-Sufficiency, Saturday, March 15^th, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This unique event will spotlight important issues faced by expectant and new parents during pregnancy and through a child’s early years; free baby items, prizes and giveaways will also be offered.  

Participants at Project Self-Sufficiency’s Pregnancy & Infancy Summit can receive one-on-one coaching sessions with trained parenting experts, learn about online resources for tracking their child’s development, and get up-to-date information about car seat safety, breastfeeding, nutrition, childbirth, doula services, pediatric occupational therapy, and more. Professional photos will be taken by photographer Julian Huarte.

“The Pregnancy & Infancy Summit invites expectant parents and mothers and fathers of young children to gain valuable information about pregnancy and child development, along with expert advice about health and wellness,” explains Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.  “We are excited to be able to offer an opportunity for these families to gain the information and resources they need to become successful parents.”

In addition to pediatrician Dr. Christian Canzionero, representatives from several organizations will be on hand to offer additional information to mothers and parents of young children, including Project Self-Sufficiency’s Nurse Family Partnership team, occupational therapist Barbara Cheuvront, nutritionist Karla Hamal, lactation consultant Jacqulyn Potter, Macaroni Kids, NJ Safe Kids, and the Partnership for Maternal Child Health.

Free and reduced cost activities for families and other topics related to early childhood health, safety and education will also be explored. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. The Pregnancy & Infancy Summit supplements Project Self-Sufficiency’s robust programs for pregnant women and parents of young children, including home visitation programs, Baby Beginnings events, Mommy Parties, and Parent Cafes. To register for the Pregnancy & Infancy Summit, to discuss your parenting needs, or to find out more about other programs and services available at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500.