Thrive! hosts a variety of events throughout the year, with a focus on fun, socialization and health education.
Check this page for upcoming events, or visit our classes & events calendar for a full list of Thrive! events.
Mommy & Me Walking Group
Beginning March 20, 2024 | 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Westvale Park, 235 Harrington Ave, Westwood NJ
Bring your little ones and get moving with moms in your community.
Sleeping Like a Baby?
Thursday, September 19, 2024 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
buybuy Baby 34 E. Ridgewood Ave., Paramus
Presenter(s): Lewis Kass, MD, Medical Director, Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, Valley Medical Group
Let’s talk about what normal sleep patterns at each age might look like and how to help our little ones develop positive sleep routines!
How Menopause Could Be Impacting Your Sleep Health
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ridgewood Public Library, 125 N. Maple Ave., Ridgewood
Presenter(s): Rahat Salamat, MD, Sleep Medicine
Menopause can impact so many aspects of life and sleep is a big one! Join us to learn about sleep health as your body changes.
What To Expect During Delivery
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual
Presenter(s): Kajal Angras, DO, Director, Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Program
Having a baby is one of the most exciting and empowering things a new mom will do, but it can also be scary! Join us to learn what to expect during your delivery so that you can feel as confident as possible in welcoming your little one!
Parenting Puberty: Navigating Change Together
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual
Presenter(s): Merilyn Baby, DO Pediatric Endocrinologist
This program is tailored to equip parents and grandparents with essential skills and tips to guide children through the transformative period of puberty changes.
Raising Resilient Children & Teens
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ridgewood Public Library 125 N. Maple Ave., Ridgewood
Presenter(s): Michael Tozzoli, LCSW, CEO, West Bergen Mental Health, Inc
Raising confident, strong kids is a goal we all have! Learn ways to give our kids the best tools to build resilience as they grow.
Listen & Learn: Understanding Hearing Tests & Speech Delays
Thursday, October 24, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual
Presenter(s): Katherine Kleban, AuD, CCC-A, F-AAA Pediatrics Audiologist and Layhee-Gordon MA, CCCSLP Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
Join us for an insightful session led by our pediatric team as they delve into the essential relationship between hearing tests and speech delays in children. Learn why it's crucial to intervene early with thorough hearing assessments to optimize speech development.
Toddler Time
Friday, October 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Stew Leonard’s 700 Paramus Park, Paramus
Join our in-person Toddler Time! Let’s celebrate spooky season with our littles with crafts, pumpkins, and snacks!
Unveiling the Realities of Vaping
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual
Presenter(s): Jill Lefkowitz, BS, RRT-NPS Respiratory Care Educator
Join us as we delve into the truths and consequences of vaping. As vaping continues to surge in popularity, it’s crucial to understand its impact on respiratory health and overall well-being.
News Flashes & Hot Flashes
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual
Presenter(s): Tia Welsh, MD, Chair, Women’s Services, Valley Medical Group
Menopause is a time of transition and strength! It often comes with stress, anxiety, and mood changes, among other things. Let’s talk about what’s normal and what’s not during this season of change!
buybuy BABY Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, November 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
buybuy BABY 34 E. Ridgewood Ave., Paramus
Expecting your first baby is exciting and stressful all at the same time! Join us at buybuy Baby to connect with a variety of health professionals, prepare for baby’s arrival, learn what baby may need, enter to win prizes, and more.
Pelvic Floor Health for Mom
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual
Presenter(s): Corinne Russo, PT, DPT Physical Therapist
No, it’s not normal to tinkle when you sneeze! Whether you’re newly pregnant or well past those days, strengthening your pelvic floor can help with a smooth delivery, bladder control, and more!
