Belly Buddies in Howard County

Belly Buddies in Howard County
Are you a Howard County Resident?*

YesNo
Are you 28 Weeks or less in pregnancy?*

YesNo
Class Format & Participation Requirements

This class will be offered in a hybrid format:

Mondays (with the exception of March 30) will be held virtually via Zoom
Wednesdays will be held in person at local libraries or community businesses in Howard County

During in-person Wednesday sessions, the following supports will be provided:

A meal for participants
A child corner with a childcare assistants
Transportation assistance, if transportation is a barrier to attendance

Attendance Requirement & Stipend

Participants who:

Attend at least 50% of classes (6 out of 12 total sessions), and
Attend at least one (1) in-person session
will receive a stipend upon completion of program requirements.

Class Schedule (2026)

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm

Wednesday, February 18 – In Person | Elkridge Branch Library
Monday, February 23 – Virtual | Zoom
Wednesday, February 25 – In Person | Elkridge Branch Library
Monday, March 2 – Virtual | Zoom
Wednesday, March 4 – In Person | Location TBD (Howard County)
Monday, March 9 – Virtual | Zoom
Wednesday, March 11 – In Person | Location TBD (Howard County)
Monday, March 16 – Virtual | Zoom
Wednesday, March 18 – In Person | Location TBD (Howard County)
Monday, March 23 – Virtual | Zoom
Wednesday, March 25 – Virtual | Zoom
Monday, March 30 – In Person | Location TBD (Howard County)

Graduation Ceremony
Monday, March 30, 2026
5:00–8:00 PM
In Person | Location TBD (Howard County)
All participants are required to attend, and guests are welcome.
Name*

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Email*
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Date of Birth*

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Race/Ethnicity*
How many children do you have
Will you be bringing your child/ childcare assistant needed?*

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Ages of Children Bringing to meeting that need childcare assistants*
Do you or your child have any food allergies, Please list below:*
How Many Weeks pregnant are you?*
What is your Estimated Due Date?*
Participant Agreement

By signing up for this program, you acknowledge that you:

Understand the class format and schedule
Agree to meet attendance requirements
Commit to participating in the graduation ceremony
Are willing to attend both virtual and in-person sessions as outlined above
Please confirm your agreement to participate and complete the full program.
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