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Child and Family Resource Network of Southwest Iowa

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Child and Family Resource Network of Southwest Iowa

A group of family support programs in Southwest Iowa, hoping to connect with local families and assis

Child and Family Resource Network is a group of family support programs connecting local families to resources and assisting in building strong, healthy relationships. Family Support can offer many services to every family including: infant massage, potty training assistance, behavioral support, breastfeeding support, connection to community resources, budgeting, and much more. Research has shown

family support can increase school readiness, enhance parents' abilities to support their children's overall development, and improve family economic self-sufficiency. To request services or submit a referral, call our CFRN Coordinator at 712-355-2615 or go to www.tinyurl.com/pottcoCFRN to complete the form!

08/20/2026

When older siblings head back to school, little ones notice the change, too. Toddlers and preschoolers may become more clingy, emotional, or tired as the family gets used to a new routine. That’s normal!

Help your little one adjust by:

🥣 🌙 Keeping meal and bedtime routines consistent.
🤝 ❤️ Spending a few minutes of one-on-one time together each day.
🧸📅 Talking about what these new daytime routines will look like.

Small moments of connection can make big transitions feel easier!

08/18/2026

Why Breastfeed?

For more information and tips, check out our “Breastfeeding Basics” blog here: https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/post/breastfeeding-basics

08/14/2026

School-age kids may be heading back to the classroom, but there’s still some time to squeeze in some summer fun.

Check out our list of summer activities for toddlers (but plenty of fun ideas for any age) that don’t cost a thing!

https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/post/free-summer-activities-for-toddlers

08/11/2026

It’s back-to-school time! If you have a baby, toddler, or preschooler, now is a great time to create simple daily routines. Regular times for meals, naps, play, and bedtime help young children feel safe and know what to expect. Those routines build important skills that support learning and school readiness.

Need ideas to support your child’s growth? Visit: childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org to learn more about our free family support programs.

08/06/2026

Have you ever wondered, “Am I the only one who gets frustrated when nothing seems to work out for my family?” Guess what?

You’re not alone — parenting can be hard. We have supportive parenting groups and classes that can help you share, hear from and learn from other parents facing the same challenges as you.

Learn more about our family support services and complete our online form to get connected!

08/04/2026

Have you noticed that your baby communicates even before they can talk? “Serve and Return” is a fun activity you can do with your baby that helps create important connections that develop thinking, speaking and social skills. Learn about these simple activities here: https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/post/serve-and-return-easy-brain-development-activity-for-babies-and-toddlers

07/31/2026

Coming up September 16–17 for the 2026 SW Iowa DEC Conference.

Gain practical strategies to better support children and families affected by prenatal substance exposure and early trauma.

Drug Endangered Children coalition presents Chrisy Schmidt, PsyD, Ira Chasnoff, MD, and Sue Green, OTR/L as this year's featured speakers.

Register today by scanning the QR code or visiting the link on the flyer.

07/30/2026

Worried that your child may have a developmental delay?

The good news: Identifying a delay is the first step to connecting to resources that help a child work through or overcome obstacles to learning. We can help connect you to the right support!

07/28/2026

If hot or rainy sunny days leave you scrambling for ideas to keep the kids busy — don’t forget the local library! 🌞☔📚Books and reading are important to helping your child’s brain grow, no matter how young they are.

Learn more about the benefits of reading in early childhood here — https://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/post/the-benefits-of-early-childhood-reading-and-the-best-books-for-ages-0-5-years-old

Address

421 West Broadway Suite 540
Council Bluffs, IA
51503

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17123552615

Website

http://www.childandfamilyresourcenetwork.org/

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