Seventy-five area businesses and organizations made donations in support of the informational gathering and 47 booths will be set up providing insight into pregnancy and child health and safety. The gala is particularly important for expectant and new parents and grandparents who are often surprised at how much new information there is and how many rules have changed, Adams said. There is a wealth of information that benefits both parents. Years ago new mothers were instructed to never put a sleeping baby on its back for fear the child would vomit and choke. Today the accepted position is on the back which helps prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Adams said.
Many grandparents are surprised to learn of the change.
New and expectant fathers are also surprised by what they learn at the event and come away with the feeling they have more to contribute to the rearing of their children than they'd imagined, Adams said. Fathers are especially interested in learning about the proper installation of car seats. In her resume cover letter, she says these two positions have given her the opportunity to work toward the district concept, which is also found in the Maysville Community College system. Within this short time, my knowledge of the presidential leadership role sharpened and my interaction with the local community continued to broaden.