Missouri Bootheel Regional Consortium

09/01/2026

Like & SHARE! Save the date! Friday, September 25th, 2026 is our 28th Annual Low Birthweight Conference! Please scan the QR code for registration! We hope to see you there!

08/10/2026

Next Thursday, August 20th, from 5-7 we will be hosting a Community Baby shower in Sikeston. We look forward to seeing you there.

🌸 Community Breastfeeding Educational Baby Shower 🌸

August is National Breastfeeding Month, and we are celebrating with a massive, resource-packed community baby shower! Whether you are an expecting parent, currently breastfeeding, or raising young children, this event is designed for you.

👥 Open to the Public! Community partners and exhibits are also welcome to join us.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: CBC Family Life Outreach Center, 127 W Trotter Street, Sikeston, MO 63801
📍 Serving families across Butler, Dunklin, Mississippi, New Madrid, Pemiscot, and Scott Counties.

✨ What’s Waiting For You At The Baby Shower?
🎁 Free Gifts & Prizes: Breastfeeding gift baskets for nursing moms, door prizes, and exciting gift baskets!
🩺 Free Health Kits: Get a FREE High Blood Pressure Cuff Kit (available for pregnant moms and parents with children under 2).🧠 Expert Advice: Learn directly from an on-site Breastfeeding Expert and enjoy special presentations.
🌟 Bonus Perks: Get 100 points toward Stork’s Nest incentives if you enroll in site case management!

🤝 Connect with Local Resources on Site:
Healthy Start Case Management Enrollment
National Fatherhood First Program Information
Doula Resource Information
Agency Resource Tables & Refreshments

🚗 Need help getting or staying here?
Mileage reimbursement is available for Healthy Start Case Management and Maternal Community Consortium participants.
Childcare reimbursement is available for current/previous Healthy Start participants (up to 2 children under age 12 at $12.00 per child).

📲 How to Join Us:
Admission is completely free!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register early, visit our website at www.mbrcinc.org, or call us directly for more information:
📞 Office: 1-573-471-9400
📞 Toll-Free: 1-888-317-4949

See you there! 💕

08/10/2026

Reminder, mark your calendars for this Saturday from 9-1 at Combs Lake in Kennett! There will be plenty of activities on site for the children to enjoy! Come out and spend the day with us!

Join Us for Fatherhood First Fishing Day 2026! 🎉🎣

The Missouri Bootheel Regional Consortium, Inc., in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, invites families out for a fun-filled day of outdoor activities at Combs Lake in Kennett, Missouri!

📅 Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Lunch provided from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM)
📍 Location: Combs Lake, Kennett, MO

What’s Happening:
🏹 Activities: Fishing, archery, and boat rides!
🛡️ Safety & Special Guests: Official safety presentations by the Missouri Department of Conservation. The Missouri National Guard and state & local officials will also be on-site.
🎁 Perks: Free music, refreshments, and breakfast snacks during registration. Free T-shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis!
🎟️ Prize Drawing: Enter the MBRC Board of Directors drawing for a chance to win incredible prizes, including an $1000 cash grand prize, a Smart TV, or a laptop (Donations: $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00).
Important Details:
🚌 Free Transportation: Pick-up services are available at designated community hubs across Scott, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Mississippi, Dunklin, and Butler counties.
🎣 Gear: Adults and children are highly encouraged to bring their own fishing poles and equipment. A very limited number of loaner poles will be available on-site (I.D. required).
👶 Supervision: All children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult at all times.
For more information regarding pickup points, prize drawings, or to RSVP, please call (573) 471-9400 or toll-free at 1-888-317-4949. You can also visit www.mbrcinc.org.

08/10/2026

🚑 Ready to start a rewarding career as an EMT?

DAEOC’s SkillUP program is offering EMT Training & Classes to help you take the next step in your career!

Visit our website for full details and to submit your interest:

👉 https://www.daeoc.com/skillup-1

08/07/2026

Breastfeeding is a very personal experience that can and often does take time for you and your baby to learn. If you have questions or are struggling, your ob-gyn can help.

This , learn more about the support options available to you on your breastfeeding journey. Your support team can include peer counselors, nurses, doctors, and certified lactation consultants. Your ob-gyn can refer you to these resources and help you discover what works best for you and your baby.

See our breastfeeding FAQ for more information and a list of resources: https://bit.ly/4hlEAM5

08/05/2026

08/05/2026