Child and Family Resource Network of Southwest Iowa

06/16/2026

Did you know that we send a free quarterly email newsletter with helpful parenting tips and upcoming family-friendly events and programs in Southwest Iowa?

Join our newsletter mailing list here: https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/subscribe

06/11/2026

Do you know how your baby’s brain is formed and grows? Watch our 4-minute video that shows why early childhood experiences are important and how you can help your baby’s brain grow in healthy ways. Need more parenting help and resources? Send us a message.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/LmVWOe1ky8s

06/10/2026

https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/event-details/helping-kids-build-confidence-and-self-worth

Join us for a supportive conversation and connect with other caregivers and leave with new ideas to support your child's growth.
Be part of the conversation and discover strategies to help children build confidence and resilience.

Join us for a Parent Café focused on helping children build confidence and self-worth at every age. Caregivers will learn simple, practical ways to encourage resilience, connection, and healthy self-esteem at home.

06/09/2026

“My baby isn’t rolling over from front to back yet, should I be worried?” At Child and Family Resource Network, we help parents understand developmental milestones, activities to help young children reach them and offer support resources when a child may be behind.

Learn more about developmental milestones in our FREE “Help Me Grow!” guide here:https://1df0a88f-b560-4303-9e30-d62a9451e59f.filesusr.com/ugd/16bd66_0fd9eb4139b64507a20ce226f8461747.pdf

06/09/2026

https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/event-details/helping-kids-build-confidence-and-self-worth
Children build confidence through everyday experiences, caring relationships, and encouragement from the adults in their lives.
We hope you'll join the conversation and connect with other caregivers in a welcoming and supportive space!
Registration is required.

Join us for a Parent Café focused on helping children build confidence and self-worth at every age. Caregivers will learn simple, practical ways to encourage resilience, connection, and healthy self-esteem at home.

06/07/2026

https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/event-details/helping-kids-build-confidence-and-self-worth

Join us for a free virtual Parent Café as we talk about ways to help children feel capable, valued, and resilient. Together, we'll explore how connection, communication, and opportunities to learn and grow can support healthy self-esteem.

Join us for a Parent Café focused on helping children build confidence and self-worth at every age. Caregivers will learn simple, practical ways to encourage resilience, connection, and healthy self-esteem at home.

06/05/2026

https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/event-details/helping-kids-build-confidence-and-self-worth
During this Parent Cafe, caregivers will:
Gain an understanding of how confidence and self-worth develop in children
Learn easy ways to encourage trying new things, bouncing back and being independent
Understand how words, support, and relationships shape self-esteem
Explore simple tools to help children face mistakes and challenges with confidence
Register today

Join us for a Parent Café focused on helping children build confidence and self-worth at every age. Caregivers will learn simple, practical ways to encourage resilience, connection, and healthy self-esteem at home.

06/03/2026

https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/event-details/helping-kids-build-confidence-and-self-worth
Children build confidence when they feel loved, supported, and encouraged. Join us for a free virtual Parent Cafe to learn simple ways to help children feel good about themselves and handle challenges with confidence.
We hope you can join us for this fun and helpful conversation on Wednesday June 10th at 9:00-10:15 am. Registration is required. The Zoom link will be sent out 3 days before the event.

Join us for a Parent Café focused on helping children build confidence and self-worth at every age. Caregivers will learn simple, practical ways to encourage resilience, connection, and healthy self-esteem at home.

06/02/2026

Is your child ready to take on potty training? We have a blog for that! Potty Training: 5 Evidence-Based Tips for Success covers some signs that your child may be ready and other tips for staying positive and helping them move toward potty-training success! 🌟

Read the full article: https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/post/potty-training-5-evidence-based-tips-for-success

06/01/2026

Southwest Iowa mom Angela shares how her Family Support Specialist Amy not only helps her family thrive, but also strengthens their connections community wide.