Ever wonder why your gas and electric bills cost what they do? Join Ryan Hsu, Assistant People’s Counsel, for a clear and informative breakdown of how energy rates are determined and how they appear on your monthly bill.

What You’ll Learn:

• The process utility companies follow to set rates

• The role of state oversight and regulations

• How market changes affect your monthly costs

• Where your money goes once you pay your bill

Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, or just curious about the costs behind your energy usage, this webinar will give you the knowledge to better understand — and even question — your utility charges.

Sign Up: Register for August 28 at 12 PM

Don’t miss this chance to get informed and empowered about your energy bills!

A Space to Reflect, Release, and Reconnect

The journey through early motherhood is more than diapers and to-do lists — it’s an emotional transformation. As the final part of The Fourth Trimester Miniseries, this session is not about more input, but inner integration.

Through gentle reflection and shared support, this space is designed to help mothers pause, process, and embrace all that’s shifting inside.

What You’ll Take Away

You’ll leave this space with:

• A stronger connection to your inner voice

• Gentle clarity on next steps or continued support needs

• Tools to navigate motherhood from a grounded and informed place

• The comfort of knowing: you are not alone, and your story is still unfolding

At Baltimore CONNECT, we believe in amplifying maternal mental health voices. While we are not the event host, our Care Coordination Committee is proud to promote this session as part of our effort to support whole-person healing, reduce stigma, and bring community-based support to the people who need it most.

Rediscovering Yourself in Motherhood

In the rush to care for a newborn, mothers often feel invisible — even to themselves. This session from The Whole Mom’s Fourth Trimester Miniseries brings the focus back to you: the evolving woman behind the role of “mom.”

Baltimore CONNECT proudly shares this powerful virtual event to promote mental health awareness and integrated postpartum care for mothers in our communities.

What This Session Covers

In Becoming Her: Reclaiming Self-Awareness, participants will explore:

• How your body, identity, and emotions shift after birth

• Finding your advocacy at the new motherhood

• Finding solutions and alliance with people

This is where the birth of the mother begins.

Why Baltimore CONNECT Supports This

At Baltimore CONNECT, our Care Coordination Committee uplifts community mental health by connecting residents to trusted resources like this series. We believe maternal mental wellness is essential, not optional — and that every mother deserves support that goes beyond the basics.

Through cross-sector partnerships and community sharing, we aim to shift systems, reduce stigma, and prioritize postpartum health across Baltimore City and beyond.

Why This Session Matters

Sleep deprivation in early motherhood isn’t just about fatigue — it can deeply impact mental health, physical healing, and relationships. As part of our mission to uplift underserved communities and improve care coordination in Baltimore, Baltimore CONNECT is proud to promote this powerful session to support new mothers and their support networks.

What You'll Learn

During this session, participants will explore:

• When and why sleep deprivation hits – and how to spot the signs early

• Realistic, proactive strategies to manage the lack of sleep

• How to talk to your partner for more understanding and real support

• Mental & physical effects of sleep loss that are often overlooked

• Actionable steps to stay resilient, supported, and self-aware during this tough season

This is more than just a parenting class — it’s a safe, stigma-free space to talk about maternal mental health.

While Baltimore CONNECT is not the direct host, our Care Coordination Committee works to bring vital mental health events like this to light — making sure underserved families in Baltimore have access to life-changing knowledge, support, and community tools.

We believe the fourth trimester deserves just as much care and conversation as pregnancy itself.

Talking to your child or teen about mental health can feel overwhelming — but you’re not alone. Join Baltimore CONNECT for an empowering free webinar designed to help caregivers, community members, and professionals learn how to support young people’s emotional well-being.

Featuring youth mental health advocate Taanvi Arekapudi and national children’s mental health expert Millie Sweeney, this session offers practical tools, medically endorsed advice, and real-world stories to guide open, compassionate conversations with teens.

What You’ll Learn

By attending this session, you will:

• Understand why mental health conversations matter — especially with youth.

• Learn a three-step approach for starting safe and meaningful discussions with teens.

• Gain strategies that reduce stigma, build trust, and promote youth-led wellness.

• Connect with other parents, peers, and professionals committed to youth mental health.

Why This Matters

In Baltimore and across the country, youth mental health is a growing concern. According to national research, 60% of parents want to support their kids but feel unsure how. Baltimore CONNECT is proud to serve as a bridge — connecting families with trusted voices, evidence-based strategies, and a supportive community.

Together, we can create a future where mental health is understood, prioritized, and talked about without shame.