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Explore Everything Baby at Ingalls Babypalooza May 24

If you are planning to start a family, already expecting a child or have a brand-new baby at home, mark your calendars for Babypalooza Saturday, May 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Ingalls Memorial Hospital!

This first-of-its-kind event will feature education, entertainment and everything baby.

Highlights include hourly educational sessions about healthy pregnancies and babies by Ingalls childbirth experts; free samples; unit tours of the Ingalls Maternity Suites; car-seat safety checks; vendor displays; giveaways; face painting; raffles; and more.

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“New and expectant moms and their guests can come tour the labor and delivery area at Ingalls, and receive a wealth of information from health experts and other vendors,” explains Shanice Graham, Ingalls Healthy Baby Network coordinator.

Educational topics include immunizations, breastfeeding, safe sleep, healthy eating, what to look for in healthcare and childcare providers, the latest in baby retail items and more.

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Raffle items include a new car seat, stroller, baby blankets and Bath & Body gift cards for moms.

Reservations are not required, but for more information, call 708.915.3825.

Babypalooza will meet in East Meeting Rooms A, B and C.

The event is free of charge. 

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