Convention Offers Moms Much-Needed Training, Support

February 19, 2007

The 2007 Successful Mothering Convention will offer moms a day of support, motivation, inspiration, laughter and education. The convention will be Feb. 24 at the newly rebuilt Murray High School in Salt Lake City. Classes begin at 9 a.m. and continue throughout the day.

Prominent speakers like Don Aslett and Sandra Phillips, Dr. Jane Nelsen, Janet Penley, Dr. James Jones, and many more will cover more than 50 topics. The final event will be a keynote presentation from 4 to 5:30 p.m. by Dian Thomas. The event is sponsored by FM100 and KSL’s Studio Five.

Interested mothers can register at www.successfulmothering.org and receive a discount when registering with a friend. The price of registration, $45 for an individual mother and $40 when mothers come together, includes light breakfast, choice of five workshops, a hot lunch, a binder full of resources and a gift bag.

While mothering is a demanding and important profession, there is no formal training or standard set of qualifications to be a mom. As a result, mothers can struggle with feelings of inadequacy. “We’re inviting moms of all types, in every age and stage of life, to take a break from the daily doldrums and come synergize with other mothers,” said Regan Barnes, ChairMom of the Convention.

Proceeds go to YWCA of Salt Lake City and the Peace House, a refuge for victims of domestic violence. A scholarship fund makes this event accessible to all mothers regardless of their financial circumstances.

“Mothers will leave feeling lighter in the heart and brighter in the mind after this day of education and rejuvenation,” Barnes said.

This convention is combined with the Utah Mothers of Twins Club annual convention. Mothers of multiples should visit www.slmot.com for a special discount.

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