Parents both new and experienced made their way to the Lyon County Fairgrounds Anderson Building for the annual Lyon County Community Baby Shower.
Along with those parents were multiple local agencies and vendors all set up to provide important resources and materials that every new parent could use. The attendance of so many local agencies is what has made the event so popular since it began over a decade ago according to organizer and event founder Gail Barrett.
Barrett says in recent years she has begun to notice an evolution in the individuals who attend the event from just mothers to other caregivers as well such as fathers, grandparents, childcare providers and more. Newman Regional Health Women’s Life Director Heather Aylward says she is happy to see the growth in attendance as the information provided at the event is crucial to any and all child caregivers.
This year’s event was once again split into three sessions through the afternoon and early evening hours. Along with an opportunity to speak with local agencies and pick up needed information, parents also received a free Pack-N-Play through the Wade Barrett Memorial Fund.
Door prizes were also given out throughout the afternoon.
Photos by Tagan Trahoon/KVOE News
