Northern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting is: March 12th, 2026 from 8:30am-10:00am

Southern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting: March 10th, 2026 from 8:30am-10:00am

We're thrilled to announce our upcoming Fall Symposium, a collaborative event with the Nevada Breastfeeding Coalition, and we're looking for dynamic speakers to join us!

This is an incredible opportunity to connect with professionals, advocates, and community members dedicated to supporting families during the perinatal period.

We welcome a diverse range of topics related to maternal and infant health, birth, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and more.

To express your interest in speaking, please complete our speaker interest form here: https://forms.gle/4CKNyz9vSwpvnDTK9



We can't wait to hear from you!

Please take a moment to complete: Title V Public Survey

Nevada’s Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Title V Program administers the annual Title V Maternal and Child Block Grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to help serve MCH populations across Nevada. To help us identify the community’s MCH population needs, MCAH is asking input from the community.

Please take the short survey below and share at your convenience. We appreciate your support and look forward to working with you to continue to improve the health of mothers, children, and families across Nevada.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KWVYXKS

PCANV is hosting Positive Parenting Classes

Triple P Stepping Stones: Positive Parenting for Children with a Disability

Date: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026

Target Audience: Parents and Caregivers

Description: Learn the seven core principles of positive parenting. These principles are: Ensuring a safe engaging environment, creating a positive learning environment, using assertive discipline, having reasonable expectations, looking after yourself as a parent, adapting to having a child with a disability, and being part of the community.

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Click here to register.

Triple P: Raising Resilient Children

Date: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026

Target Audience: Parents and Caregivers

Description: Participants will learn the six core building blocks for children to manage their feelings and become resilient in dealing with life stress.

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Click here to register.

Triple P: Raising Confident, Competent Children

Date: Thursday, March 5th, 2026

Target Audience: Parents and Caregivers

Description: In this seminar, parents are introduced to six core building blocks for children to become confident and successful at school and beyond.

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Click here to register.

Triple P TEEN: Raising Responsible Teenagers

Date: Tuesday, March 10th, 2026

Target Audience: Parents and Caregivers

Description: Find out what makes teenagers tick! You’ll come away with new ideas to encourage your teenager to make good decisions, be respectful, considerate, reliable and involved in family life.

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Click here to register.

Triple P TEEN: Raising Competent Teenagers

Date: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026

Target Audience: Parents and Caregivers

Description: Set your teenager up for life with the strategies in this seminar which focuses on helping your child get the most out of their school years. Find out how to help them communicate well, develop self-discipline and good routines, follow rules and solve problems.

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Click here to register.

Triple P TEEN: Getting Teenagers Connected

Date: Thursday, March 12th, 2026

Target Audience: Parents and Caregivers

Description: Help your teenager develop good, supportive friendships. You’ll learn ways to build their confidence, encourage their social skills, help them to plan and meet commitments and encourage them to take care of others.

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Click here to register.

Additional Parenting Classes

The Parenting Project offers free classes and workshops to support parents and caregivers at every stage of their child’s development.

Programs include:

• BabyCare and Triple P for Baby - for new and expecting parents
• Nurturing Parents - for parents of young children 6 month-4 years-old
• Nurturing Fathers – just for dads
• ABCs of Parenting - for parents of children ages 5-10
• Triple P - for parents of children ages 2-11
• Teen Triple P - for parents of adolescents
• Staying Connected with Your Teen – for parents and teenagers
• Stepping Stones Triple P – for parents who have a child with a disability
• Fear-Less Triple P – for parents who have a child with anxiety
• Workshops and seminars including Coping with Stress, Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits and Building Teenagers’ Survival Skills.

Click Here to Register or Learn More: https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/residents/family_services/parenting-classes

Get ready for Spring events all over Nevada!

A 2-Day Event Supporting the Transition of Youth into Adulthood

We’re excited to invite you to Navigating the Road to Independence, a unique event designed to support young people with special healthcare needs and disabilities, along with their families, caregivers, and professionals.

DATES: March 6th and 7th

LOCATION: Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, NV

This event offers a wealth of resources, tools, and connections to help you navigate the critical steps toward adulthood.

Whether you're a youth preparing for independence, a family member supporting a loved one, or a professional in the field, you’ll find expert-led workshops, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities in key areas like:

• Healthcare management
• Career readiness and employment
• Independent living
• Self-advocacy and education

And much more!

Additionally, continuing education credits are available for Nevada educators, school nurses, and school counselors.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, connect with others, and build the skills necessary for a successful future.

#MMHFORUM #MaternalMentalHealth

When: March 17 | 9:30 ET – March 18 | 4:00 ET

Where: Livestream

Sessions will be recorded

You won’t want to miss the 2026 Maternal Mental Health (MMH) FORUM, where cross-sector change agents will gather to drive change in maternal mental health. 

Together with Policymakers, Payors, Provider Leaders, and our Partners, we will discuss progress, roadblocks, and solutions to closing gaps in maternal mental health care.

The FORUM agenda will focus on how Federal policy and funding cuts have transformed access to detection and care, and how states, philanthropy, and non-profits across the nation are responding.

The MCH Coalition has purchased a group code voucher to let our members register for free!

Use the code 'NEVADA2026' at checkout.

Early childhood is the foundation for lifelong learning, health, and success. At this year’s symposium, researchers, educators, service providers, community members, and professionals in the field will come together to share current research, real-world experiences, and ideas that can help strengthen early childhood systems and better serve children and families of Nevada.

The symposium will feature engaging research presentations, meaningful discussions, and dedicated time for networking with professionals who are passionate about early childhood development. Whether you work in education, health, policy, or community services, this event is a space to learn, collaborate, and be inspired.

May 1, 2026

8:30 am to 4 pm

College of Southern Nevada

6375 West Charleston Boulevard

Las Vegas, NV 89146

Planning to attend in person?

To attend in person, please click below to register.

*Spots are limited

Can't join us in person?

Attend virtually!

Join us virtually through ZOOM for an exciting gathering where Community Health Workers from all over Nevada come together to share ideas, learn, and connect. Whether you're looking to grow your network or pick up the latest tips in health outreach, this summit is for you. Be ready to learn more about mental health, immunizations, chronic disease, human trafficking, sexual orientation, cancer, and much more.

This free celebration of Women's History Month focuses on discussions to educate and empower women of color to bridge intergenerational friendships.

Join moderator Dr. Rochelle Hooks and guest speakers Daniela Fallye Cuevas and Trinity Ann Smith for a lively discussion. Check-in and brunch available 9-9:30 a.m. This event is open to the public. Call 702-229-4800 for more information.

Bring out your green! St. Patrick’s Day—observed every March 17—is packed with parades, good luck charms, and all things green. The event started as a religious holiday, but over time it’s become a celebration of Irish culture. 

Happy National Nutrition Month

This March, discover the power of nutrition during #NationalNutritionMonth!

Find out how nutrition has the power to help you and your community thrive, and how RDNs and NDTRs can expertly guide you with information driven by science: sm.eatright.org/NNM

Happy National CACFP Week

Did you know that the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provides over 2 billion meals and snacks to over 4.5 million children and adults daily?

Visit cacfpweek.org to learn more about the program and its services.

#CACFPWeek #NVwellness4kids

Current Publication

Nicotine and Mental Health

Vol 6, Issue 1

Examines the connection between nicotine use and mental health, highlighting how nicotine is often used to cope with stress while contributing to worsening mental and physical health over time. The issue combines education, expert insight, and local data with extensive resource listings to promote awareness, reduce stigma, and support informed, healthier choices through a whole-person approach to care.

Perinatal Mental Health Trainings for All

Cribs 4 Kids Parent Safe Sleep Workshop

Perinatal Mental Health Disorders, including postpartum depression, are the most common medical complication associated with pregnancy and childbirth. PMHDs present a widespread public health problem that may have serious consequences for mothers, infants, and families. Join us for one of our trainings if you'd like to learn more!

Please click the date below to register for a training.

Upcoming sessions:

March 13th 10-11am

April 8th 10-11am

May 8th 10am-11am

June 10th 10am-11am

For larger group training sessions, please email Kairirenae.pangelinan@commonspirit.org.

Please contact us if you do not have a safe sleep environment prepared for your child. You may also sign up for a scheduled safe sleep workshop below. 

Become a Cribs 4 Kids Partner: If you are an organization and would like to provide cribs to your clients, please contact Kairi at Kairirenae.Pangelinan@commonspirit.org.

Nevada 2-1-1: Locate resources and services statewide

Go Before You Show: Prenatal campaign to ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy

Sober Moms, Healthy Babies: Receive top priority admission at state-funded substance abuse treatment centers.

Tobacco Quitline: Free, convenient, safe, and secure way to quit smoking.

Count the Kicks: Easy, free, and reliable way for expectant parents to monitor their baby’s well-being in the third trimester in addition to regular prenatal visits

Safe Sleep: The Safe Sleep program ensures that every baby living in Nevada has a safe sleep environment.