P   619.524.0805

H   Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

L   Building 14 - Located within Marine and Family Services

The New Parent Support Program is a support system for Marine Corps families with children ages five and under. This free, voluntary program has been available at 17 Marine Corps bases all over the world since 1993. 

• All of the programs below are available at no cost to military families
• To sign-up, please call: MCRD 619.524.0805 or MCAS Miramar 858.577.9812

This one-day class is the first step in preparing young Marines to be confident and competent parents. All expectant parents can benefit from this educational and informative class. Infant development, social and emotional changes in the family, baby safety, diapering, bathing, soothing a crying infant, and community resources are just a few of the topics covered.  Whether it is a Marine’s first baby or third, current information about infant care and local resources is crucial to build strong families. This class provides a solid foundation for infant care.

• Classes are held the 3rd Monday of each month from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Registration is required

Playmorning is a chance for parents and children to come together to spend time having fun (crafts, games, snacks) and connecting with other parents and children. Join them at the Admiral Baker Recreation Area.

• Classes are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• No reservations required

This parenting class is held every other month, focusing on a particular subject each month. Some examples of subjects are: How stress level and feelings influence parenting, developmental stages, behavior and discipline, praise, preventive teaching, corrective teaching and much more. You must register for this class. Childcare reimbursement is available.

This two-part (3 hours each day) class focuses on children aged 18 months to 3 years. It covers growth and development, discipline, temper tantrums, play activities, safety, toilet training, bedtime routines, eating habits and more. Offered quarterly. Childcare reimbursement is available. 

Held once a month. Designed to provide support for parents of young children. Open discussion and dialog.

Home Visitors work one on one with families to enhance their parenting skills and provide needed support. The Home Visitor helps families learn to cope with stress, isolation, deployment and family separation issues, as well as, the every day demands of parenthood. Any Marine family with a child five years or younger is eligible to receive these services. 

Home visits are arranged, when possible, at the convenience of the Marine family. Maximum effect is achieved when both parents can be involved. Your home visitor may be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) or Registered Nurse (RN), who has extensive knowledge of the issues confronting parents in the military. Sensitive to the many challenges and unique stresses of military life, the home visitor will be available to clients by cell phone for questions and concerns.