NWI Healthy Start Summer 2009 Mommie, Me & More

Inside this issue: Project Director’s Message

Director’s Message 1 Happy spring! I guess it’s safe to say that. saving money by growing their own food. Healthy Start friends, let’s go Healthy Start Conference It seems as if winter’s icy grip just didn’t There is a renewed sense of pride and self GREEN! It is time we all did our want to let us go. Well, we will just put reliance by turning back to a method that part to preserve our earth. Every all of that behind us and look forward to was once the only way our ancestors effort, no matter how small, counts. Motherhood 2 the warm, bright sunny days that the survived. The best thing is that you don’t I am far from perfect but I place Summer Fun spring and summer season bring. This is need a lot of space to get started. So, plastics and cans in the recycle bin, Memorial Day always a season of growth and change. even if you live in an apartment you can most of my light bulbs at home are Even as old as I am, I still marvel at how still be a gardener. I’m told that you can energy efficient and I take my own Expenses 3 the flowers and trees know just when to grow just about anything in pots and reusable to the grocery store Event Calendar show off their radiant beauty. It is a other . Those plastic with me. The one thing I can’t seem Recall List magnificent display of color and smell, a containers that most people probably just to shake is the use of plastic water combination that tells us that the land is pitch in the garbage, can be used to grow . I still buy bottled water but Bedtime Habits 4 being refreshed! Speaking of the land, something. Just cut off the top, throw in even at work I put the in the Baby Store have you thought about planting a gar- some dirt and you have a great place to bin. Hey, I try but seriously, let’s all F.Y.I. den? I had my first gardening experience grow. Low cost, easy and a wonderful try and do better. We owe it to all last year and it was really a lot of fun! I lesson for kids. I plan to try a little con- who come behind us. probably went a little too far with tomato tainer gardening myself in addition to the Agency Highlight 5 Have a wonderful spring and sum- plants because I had way too many. But little space I use in the yard. Try it, and Recipe mer. Be sure to read about some of even with that, I was still happy with my let me know how things went at the end Baby Bucks the fun things we have planned for accomplishment and was proud to share of the season! my homegrown vegetables with friends. our Healthy Start communities for Mission & Philosophy 6 I want to mention one other thing. You Our First Lady is leading the way by the rest of the year, meet our partici- know that plastic milk I talked Project Staff planting a garden at the White House. pants, some of our partners , and about for planting? Well another benefit Now, all over the country we are starting learn a new recipe. of using it is that it is being recycled. Yes, to hear more and more about families Easter Egg Hunt 7 Cinco de Mayo Event

National Healthy Start 10th Annual Spring Conference

March 1st-4th marked the 10th perience of visiting the Senate helped them personally. As an Annual National Healthy Start House and meeting with Peter added bonus the participants Conference in Washington, Visclosky, our Indiana Repre- got an opportunity to see our D.C. Northwest Indiana Heal- sentative. Both participants newly elected Vice President, hty Start had the opportunity got a chance to talk to the Rep- Joseph to take two of our participants, resentative about how impor- Biden. Marquita Jackson & Suzanna tant it is for continued funding Jimenez and their children. for the Healthy Start Program Both participants had the ex- and how the program has P a g e 2 Mommie, Me & More How Has Motherhood Changed You?

Whether you have one child or six children, a soul. To give to one who is unable to return happiness of having 3 girls. I prayed for a baby and new baby in the house changes things! In the anything. I’m thrilled to share with my child God gave me three. My husband and I love them a spirit of Mother’s day, we asked several of our the love that I have received!” –Sarah Rader lot. We also have a lot of patience for them. I’m so Healthy Start Consortium Members…”How has (Hammond) happy in the program. Healthy Start is a little like my motherhood changed you?” Here were some of “I was very glad to become a mommy mother telling me how to rear my children.”—Silvia the responses: with all of my babies. I love them and hope Vieyra, (Hammond) “My life changed while I was pregnant be- the best for their future.”—Beth Bline cause this baby gave me the blues. I kept run- (Hammond) ning back and forth to the hospital because I “I am glad to say that I have a baby and was sick. This baby made me feel happy be- expecting another baby. All my attention cause me and my soon to be husband are closer goes to my daughter. My money goes to her. that ever and our family will almost be complete I barely buy myself anything... just for her. I th when our baby is born on May 11 . I am so love my babies with all my heart. They are happy because I will have two girls and two my everything.”—Dora Juarez boys at home!” –LaTasha Dodds (East Chi- (Hammond) cago) “My life did a huge change in every aspect “Since my child was born, I’ve learned a new since I had Victoria. I haven’t been able to appreciation for my Mama and Daddy. A new lose the weight that I gained. But it is the understanding of the word love has filled my

Summer Fun

Summer is almost here and school will be out Oct.12-16 www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org FREE before you know it! Now is the time to plan year round. Chicago Children Museum – 700 E. Grand, activities for the family! Living here in North (312)527-1000, Adler Planetarium – 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, West Indiana sure has its benefits! Chicago is www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org FREE for (312)922-7827, www.adlerplanetarium.org FREE just a short train ride away. Here is a list of free everyone on Thursdays from 5pm to 8pm. May 12, 19, and 26, June 7-12, Sept.1, Sept.8, 14- activities that your family may enjoy! FREE the first Monday of every month for 18 Field Museum -1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, children 15 and under ($10.00 for adults). DuSable Museum – 740 East 56th Place, (312)922-9410, www.fieldmuseum.org FREE Shedd Aquarium- 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, (773)947-0600, www.dusablemuseum.org FREE the second Monday of each month (June 8, July (312)939-2438, www.sheddaquarium.org FREE for children under 6 and Sundays are FREE to all. 13, Aug. 10, Sept.14) June 14-19, Mondays and Tuesdays in Septem- The South Shore train fare is $4.75-$5.50 per Museum of Science and Industry-5700 S. ber, Oct.2-10 person one way. For directions, train schedules Lake Shore Drive, (773)684-1414, Mexican Fine Arts Museum- 1852 W. 19th and fares call 1(800)356-2079 or go to www.msichicago.org FREE June 1-5, June 19, Street, (312)738-1503, www.nictd.com Memorial Day

Some holidays find their begin- who gave their lives defending many towns and communities nings in religion, others cele- the nation. Although the holi- were dedicating time to deco- brate an important historical day was officially proclaimed in rate the graves of American person, and still others cele- 1868 by General John Logan, soldiers and arranging gather- brate a particular day or world the official recognition does ings in remembrance of our culture. Memorial Day stands not mark the holiday’s true nation’s heroes well before alone as a holiday that arose beginning. No one person or Memorial Day was officially out of appreciation for and place can be credited with declared. remembrance of every person starting Memorial Day because Mommie, Me & More P a g e 3

Babies Can Be Expensive

Having a baby is one of the most incredible Toiletries (shampoo, etc.)= $21 per month plies, such as towel, bathtub, etc. =$49, experiences in the world. There are no x 12 months, Toys/Books/Media = $35 per pump and accessories= words to describe the moment that you hold month x 12 months, SUB TOTAL= $4,632 $177, SUBTOTAL=$ 460 your baby in your arms for the first time or One Time Costs Childproofing supplies=$43, 2 Safety the first time that you look in their eyes. gates= $120, Pacifiers= $8, SUBTO- While these memories are priceless, having a Infant Car Seat=$100, Convertible Car TAL=$171 child is very costly. Seat= $139, Basic Stroller= $129, Front Carrier = $159, Diaper =$50, Swing = TOTAL FIRST YEAR= $6,742 According to Baby Center, typical costs in $100, Bouncy Seat = $40, Play Mat = $50, the first year alone include: These are just the basic costs for the Doorway Jumper= $40, SUBTOTAL= $786 Disposable diapers=$72 per month x 12 first year of life and are estimates. By be- Crib=$230, Changing tables=$120, Basic months, Baby wipes = $20 per month x 12 ing thrifty, you can cut down on costs. bedding=$64, Mobile= $30, Dresser= $250, Breastfeeding alone can cut down on costs. months, Formula= $105 per month x 12 Mattress=$99, Baby Monitor= $50, SUB- Borrowing items, such as a dresser and months, Solid Food= $57 per month x 6 TOTAL=$693 months, Clothes= $59 per month x 12 toys, can also help. months, Medicine/First Aid = $23 per Bottles and nipples= $60, Highchair= www.revolutionhealth.com month x 12 months, $100, Utensil, cups, etc= $74, Bathing sup-

Healthy Start Events Calendar

Healthy Start has several community Tech, Gary, 10:00 - 1:00) Center) events planned for the year. We hope July 24, 2009- Hammond Ice October 30, 2009 - Lake Station to see you and members of the com- Social (Mom, Kids and Company) “Halloween Spooktacular” (St. Fran- munity at the events. Please bring a 1238 173rd St. 12 pm - cis Church) 2453 Putnam St. friend! 2p.m. June 19, 2009 - Juneteenth Celebra- August 7, 2009- East Chicago “A tion (Gary neighborhood Services) Stroll In the Park” (Tod Park) 300 W. 21st Ave. 10 am – 2 p m October 2009- Gary” New Release June 24, 2009– Health Fair (IVY on Life/Balloon Release” (Genesis Recall List

Austin Quality Foods including: Keebler Snacks Including: Dark Pine Olympia Lifetime Crib, Model Num- ber 0108L00 Antique Walnut Capri Single Crib, Crackers with Peanut , Cheese and Cheese and Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, Model Number 0308C00 White Capri Lifetime Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, Mega Stuffed Toast and PB&J Flavored Sandwich Crackers, Crib Cheese Crackers with Peanut Butter, PB & J Toast and Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, Cracker Sandwiches, Super Snack Pack Sand- Soft Batch Homestyle Peanut Butter Cookies, Rashti & Rashti Taggies Sleep and Play Infant wiches, Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwich Garments: Style Numbers- T20615H, Famous Amos Peanut Butter Cookies Crackers, Toasty Crackers with Peanut Butter, T20616H, T20617H, T21317H, T21318H, Reduced Fat Cheese and Peanut Butter Sand- Stork Craft Baby Cribs: Model Number T21319H (If you have questions, please call 1 wich Crackers, Reduced Fat Toasty Crackers 04588-434* Ariel Stages Crib- Cherry (888)594-3730 with Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, Cookie/ Jardine Cribs: Model Numbers DA715BC For additional information visit www.FDA.gov Cracker pack, Variety Pack P a g e 4

Making Good Bedtime Habits For Baby

When you bring your baby home from the hos- Limit how long baby sleeps during the day. will settle herself and go back to sleep pital, you will probably find that your baby has If baby sleeps for long periods of time during the shortly after waking anyway. irregular sleep cycles, and that baby sleeps most day, he’ll be more likely to wake up during the If her crying continues, quietly check of the time. (16-17 hours per day) Baby may night. on her. Avoid turning on the lights, pick- only sleep for one to two hours at a time, how- At first sign of drowsiness, put baby down to ing her up, rocking her, or playing with ever. As your baby gets older, you will see sleep. It is best for baby to learn early on how to her. If she continues to cry, or if her cries changes in her sleep cycles and need for sleep. relax herself and drift off to sleep. When baby is increase in intensity, wait just a few min- For those of you parents that that have bags rocked and held as she goes to sleep, she may rely utes longer and check on her again. If she and dark circles under your eyes, I have good on you to help her fall back to sleep when she just can’t seem to settle down, try to think news for you!! There are many things you can wakes up in the middle of the night. about what might be wrong. Is she hun- do to begin establishing good sleep habits for gry, wet or soiled, sick or just uncomfort- Avoid the use of a pacifier at bedtime. If baby your baby right from the start. Here are some able? Tend to her needs, and it’s likely gets used to going to sleep with a pacifier and suggestions from the American Association of she’ll soon settle in for some more sleep. uses it to soothe himself to sleep, it may become a Pediatrics to help everyone get a better night’s habit. Pacifiers are best used to satisfy the baby’s Good Luck!! sleep: sucking reflex, not help him get to sleep. Source: Ameri- Keep baby calm and quiet. When you have to Delay your reaction to baby’s fussing. Begin- can Academy of feed or change baby during the night, don’t ning at about 4 to 6 months of age, it’s a good Pediatrics stimulate her too much, or wake her with move- idea to wait a few minutes before going to check ment or noise. With less stimulation, she can on baby when she wakes up. It’s likely that she easily fall back to sleep. Healthy Start’s March 2009 Baby Store

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Agency Highlight

The Answer for Pregnancy *Pregnancy education 705 Colonial Drive Aid, Inc. *Medical referrals Hobart, I N 46342 The organization is established to *Maternity and baby items Hotline #: 1 (800) 848 -5683 provide information and loving sup- *Adoption information and referrals port to mothers and mothers-to be. Office Hours The staff is trained and dedicated to helping women and their children. All Monday information is treated sensitive and 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. confidential. Friday What is offered? 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. *24 Hour hotline Call for an appointment *Free pregnancy tests (219) 947 – 2297

Summer Recipe

Pineapple Chicken Tenders tenders in a medium bowl. Cover with Ingredients: 1 cup pineapple juice, the pineapple marinade, and refrigerate 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 for at least 30 minutes. Preheat grill for cup light soy sauce, 2 lbs chicken medium heat. Thread chicken length- nreast tenderloin or strips, skewers. wise onto wooden skewers. Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill chicken tenders 5 Directions: minutes per side, or until juices run clear. In a small saucepan over medium They cook quickly, so watch them heat, mix pineapple juice, brown closely. sugar, and soy sauce. Remove Enjoy ! ! ! from heat just before the mixture comes to a boil. Place chicken Baby Bucks ! !

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Healthy Start Staff

Risë L. Ratney, Project Di- Imogene Cunningham, Case Jayma Rodino, Case Man- rector Manager/Gary ager/Lake Station Clara Sanders, Director of Kathie Gibson, Health Edu- Jenna Smith, Case Man- Case Management/ cator ager/Lake Station Outreach/Transportation Hermelinda Gomez, Case Angela Wadley, Case Man- Lee-Ann Weber-Hatch, Di- Manager/EC ager/Hammond rector of Health Education Annette Lenoir-Johnson, Maria Zendejas, Health Avis Rogers-Dumas, Com- Case Manager/Gary Educator munity Outreach Coordina- Alicia Mondragon, Case tor Manager/Hammond Angela Noel Peasant, Pro- Maria Negrete, Outreach ject Fiscal Clerk Worker Lourdes Cisneros, Case Delores Pratt, Lead Out- Manager/EC reach Worker P a g e 7

Easter Egg Hunt, Penn Center, East Chicago

Cinco De Mayo Celebration, East Chi0cago Roberto Clemente Center — May 2, 2009 Healthy Start 6939 Grand Avenue Hammond, IN 46323