Essential Newborn & Postpartum Care with Family Connects

This workshop is designed to help you and your newborn thrive after the birth of your baby, and is open to all pregnant Frederick County residents, wherever you choose to give birth. Led by Family Connects Frederick County Nurse, you’ll learn helpful information and tips about: Essential newborn care (diapering, bathing, feeding), safe sleep practices, postpartum recovery, warning signs for birth parent and newborn, and car seat safety basics. During this event, you will also learn about Family Connects Frederick County, a free service available to all Frederick County residents with a newborn which provides an at-home nurse visit when baby is about 3 weeks old.