Bayshore Counseling Services

06/08/2026

06/03/2026

⚠️ Safe Sleep Matters: The Dangers of Co-Sleeping ⚠️

Every year, families experience the unimaginable loss of an infant due to unsafe sleep practices. While many parents choose to co-sleep, believing it promotes bonding or makes nighttime feeding easier, sharing a bed with an infant significantly increases the risk of serious injury or death.

📊 The Facts:

Approximately 3,400 infants in the United States die each year from sleep-related deaths, including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), accidental suffocation, and strangulation in bed.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), bed-sharing increases the risk of sleep-related infant death, especially for babies younger than 4 months old.
Infants who sleep in an adult bed can become trapped between a mattress and a wall, become entangled in bedding, or be accidentally rolled onto by an adult.
The risk is even greater if a parent is extremely tired, smokes, has consumed alcohol, or has taken medications that cause drowsiness.

✅ The Safest Sleep Environment for Babies
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends:
• Always place babies on their backs to sleep for every sleep.
• Use a firm, flat sleep surface such as a crib, bassinet, or play yard that meets safety standards.
• Keep the sleep area free of blankets, pillows, bumper pads, stuffed animals, and loose bedding.
• Share a room with your baby for at least the first six months, but not the same bed.

💙 Room-sharing saves lives. Bed-sharing increases risk.

No nap or nighttime sleep is worth the risk. Creating a safe sleep environment is one of the most important steps caregivers can take to protect infants during their first year of life. If you are in need of a crib, you may be eligible for our cribs for kids program at the health department.

06/02/2026

📅 June is packed with great things at Oak House!

From support groups and wellness activities to ice cream socials, community clean-up, a picnic, and more, there's something for everyone this month. Check out the calendar and join us! ☀️🍦🌻

06/02/2026

We don't want to rush summer but we do want everyone to mark their calendars for the annual Team Mary 5K at Gem Beach. Join us as we run, walk and raise money to support the special needs community in Ottawa County.

06/02/2026

Join us this Saturday!

Come experience our natural space, meet some staff, play!

Event is Free but registration is required!

https://www.8acrewoodsnatureschool.com/event-details/open-woods-family-event?fbclid=IwdGRleASFIgBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeGbTFXFzaT3EwTjCSdkVa_5JuswpMzjyj7mbY9wifmBHce5b7GBOVKlCpmwg_aem_8e3MAsoM03GclNkAk4WgZw

06/02/2026

It’s staring to feel a lot like summer! This Thursday (6/4) we will have some good eats and maybe a couple of treats at the stops below! All locations in Sandusky, ОН.
*rain or shine*

Stop 1: Walk up Park (1607 S. Forest Dr) 4-4:40pm
-*the drive-thru for stop 1 is @ STROBEL FIELD (2118 camp st)

Stop 2: New Jerusalem Church (1920 Eddy Henry Way) 4.50-5.30p drive thru and walk up options.

Stop 3: Orlando Pace Park (1130 Wamajo Dr.)
5.50-6.30p walk up option only.

05/28/2026

Are you looking for summer programs? We want your input! Please click the link and let us know how we can support you and your family!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoXpL4g1QqajiJcH1gsd-30XilDRG5hTTJDjAzzLzq9RPU2w/viewform?usp=send_form

05/28/2026

We think a one-year anniversary calls for ice cream! Stop by during our office hours on June 2 and 3 for a sweet treat!

05/28/2026

Come out for a fun filled evening games and activities for youth and families! Tomorrow, 05/28/2026 at 7pm at 1215 Campbell St, Sandusky!

🎉 FREE FAMILY GAME NIGHT! 🎉
Kick off the summer with an evening full of fun, food, games, and community connection!
Bring the whole family out for a relaxed and welcoming night where kids can enjoy interactive games like our 🏀 Basketball Shootout and 🏈 Football Toss while parents connect with local organizations and other families in the community.
🍽️ Free dinner for the whole family
🎯 Interactive games & activities for youth
🤝 Meet other families and make lasting connections
❤️ Learn about local resources in a fun, low-pressure environment
This event is all about bringing families together, creating positive memories, and building a stronger community where everyone feels welcome.
📅 Thursday, May 28th, 2026
🕕 Doors Open at 6:00 PM
📍 1215 Campbell Street, Sandusky, OH
‼️ RSVP is encouraged so we can plan enough food and activities for everyone!
👉 RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/nCtv6AwRRWrkm11C6
All families and community members are welcome — come for the fun, leave with something valuable 💜
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