Guiding Star Cedar Valley

Guiding Star Cedar Valley Guiding Star Cedar Valley is changing lives by rewriting the narrative of women's healthcare. https://linktr.ee/guidingstarcedarvalley

Guiding Star Cedar Valley provides natural, holistic, pro-woman, and pro-family care. Our facility meets the needs of everyday people in holistic, life-affirming ways. We facilitate cooperation between many providers to better serve women and families in one convenient, professional, welcoming location. Our service empowers women, embraces children, and enriches families. We look forward to serving you!

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with hope, renewal, and the beauty of new beginnings! 💛At Guiding Star Cedar Valley, ...
04/05/2026

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with hope, renewal, and the beauty of new beginnings! 💛

At Guiding Star Cedar Valley, we’re honored to walk alongside women and families through every season of life - today, we celebrate the gift of life itself.

Breastfeeding Moms’ Community is a space for encouragement and real support throughout your breastfeeding journey. 🤱✨Joi...
04/04/2026

Breastfeeding Moms’ Community is a space for encouragement and real support throughout your breastfeeding journey. 🤱✨

Join us Friday, April 10th from 9:30–11:00 am!

Come enjoy a relaxed morning with snacks, meaningful conversation, and connection with other moms who understand exactly where you are in your journey.

We’re here to uplift, support, and grow together—and we can’t wait to see you there! 🌟

Have you noticed changes in your cycle during stressful seasons? There’s a real connection between stress and your menst...
04/02/2026

Have you noticed changes in your cycle during stressful seasons? There’s a real connection between stress and your menstrual health - and we’re here to help you understand it.

Join us at Guiding Star Cedar Valley for an encouraging, educational evening exploring how different forms of stress can affect your hormones, cycle patterns, and overall well being.

Led by Julie Grunklee, RN, FCP - bringing nearly 30 years of experience - you’ll gain insight into what’s happening in your body and walk away with practical tools to better manage daily stress. 🌟

🗓 Tuesday, April 14th
🕡 6:00–7:30 PM

You were designed with intention. Let’s learn how to support your body through every season. ✨

Reserve your spot today using the link in our comments!

April brings a season of growth and renewal. As nature begins to bloom, it’s a beautiful reminder to reconnect with your...
04/01/2026

April brings a season of growth and renewal. As nature begins to bloom, it’s a beautiful reminder to reconnect with your body and the natural rhythm of your menstrual cycle.

Cycle syncing encourages you to tune into those rhythms, and support your body through each phase. By aligning your movement, nutrition, and self-care with your cycle, you can nurture your hormones, support your energy, and feel more balanced and in tune with your body. 🌟

Reach out at (319) 232-2695 to learn how to better support your cycle and sync into spring! 🌷

🐣 Hop in after the holiday! 🌷Guiding Star Cedar Valley will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday as we take time t...
04/01/2026

🐣 Hop in after the holiday! 🌷

Guiding Star Cedar Valley will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday as we take time to rest and reflect. We’ll see you again on Tuesday, April 7th - have a blessed Easter! 💛

When it comes to breastfeeding, we are here to give you the basics. The information you need to get started, not to over...
03/31/2026

When it comes to breastfeeding, we are here to give you the basics. The information you need to get started, not to overwhelm you before you even begin! 🤱

Breastfeeding is a journey filled with beauty, questions, and sometimes challenges. Our Breastfeeding Basics class is designed to help you feel prepared and supported from the very beginning. We’ll cover what to expect in the first few hours after birth, tips for a good latch, understanding milk supply, simple baby care guidance, and how your spouse can confidently support you along the way.

Led by Susan Wirtjes, RN and retired IBCLC, and Danielle Martens, CLC, this class offers wisdom, encouragement, and practical tools to help you build a strong foundation before questions turn into concerns. 💛

This class is FREE, and spouses are welcome!

Sign up using the link in our comments and step into your breastfeeding journey feeling equipped and empowered.✨

Endometriosis is a systemic inflammatory disease and is not curable. However, wholistic lifestyle changes can help manag...
03/31/2026

Endometriosis is a systemic inflammatory disease and is not curable. However, wholistic lifestyle changes can help manage the symptoms and target the root cause of the inflammation.

One treatment option is laparoscopic excision surgery and is considered the gold standard of surgical care for Endometriosis. NaPro surgeons work to restore the body to it's original design.

DISCLAIMER: This video contains graphic content showing an Endometriosis excision surgery. Viewer discretion is advised. This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a healthcare professional regarding your health.

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Lifestyle changes can also help manage Endometriosis: reducing chronic inflammation, lowering estrogen levels and balancing hormones, and pelvic floor therapy can directly address what causes the pain and tissue growth caused by Endometriosis.

Reduce chronic inflammation: Alcohol, dairy, and caffeine may fuel endometrial tissue growth, so decreased consumption can help manage estrogen levels. Eating more anti-inflammatory foods can help to reduce overall inflammation in the body.

Lower estrogen levels: Consuming fiber-rich foods helps eliminate excess estrogen from the body, reducing potential symptoms.

Pelvic floor therapy and exercise: Highly beneficial for Endometriosis to address chronic muscle tension by relaxing overactive pelvic muscles.

Hormonal birth control is commonly prescribed to manage Endometriosis symptoms both before and after surgery. Birth control before surgery suppresses the menstrual cycle but does not address the root-cause of tissue growth. The relief is short lived and the disease is allowed to progress. Birth control after Endometriosis surgery is sometimes recommended which suppresses the menstrual cycle and will mask symptoms such as pain and bleeding. However, because birth control is estrogen-dependent, birth control can contribute to endometrial tissue growth.

https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/endometriosis/
https://naturalwomanhood.org/considering-endometriosis-surgery-heres-how-to-find-a-good-endo-surgeon/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/endometriosis-diet
https://endoexcellencecenter.com/pelvic-floor-therapy-for-endometriosis-relief/ #:~:text=Pelvic%20floor%20therapy%20offers%20significant,associated%20with%20dysmenorrhea%20and%20dyspareunia.

Thanks to each of you and your generous donations, we raised $9,977.00 during this year's Spring Appeal Campaign, highli...
03/30/2026

Thanks to each of you and your generous donations, we raised $9,977.00 during this year's Spring Appeal Campaign, highlighting Ten Years of Making Ripples Into Waves here at Guiding Star Cedar Valley!

"Thank you" is hardly enough... to you, and to the organizations and businesses in our community who generously donated this year's prizes: Escapology, Western Home Communities, Hansen's Dairy, Sub City, Grout Museum, NinjaU, Sidecar Coffee, the Waterloo Bucks, and the Isle Casino & Hotel.

🌟 Our drawing winner of the Grand Prize package is Susan Martens! 🌟

🌟 Our drawing winner of the bonus Prize Package is Amanda Tupper! 🌟

Although our virtual Spring Appeal is winding down, our mission continues - and we continue to look for monthly donors, one-time donations, and support to allow us to empower, educate, and support women and families in our community. Please consider making a lasting impact, and donating today.

Thank you to ALL of our supporters who encourage and empower, not only our community, but our staff, board members, and clients who continue on this mission of changing the narrative of women's healthcare. Thank you for joining us on this mission and for helping us Make Ripples into Waves!! 🌟

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Escapology Escape Rooms Cedar Falls Western Home Communities Hansen's Farm Fresh Dairy Sub City - Kimball & Ridgeway, Waterloo Grout Museum District Ninja U Cedar Falls Sidecar Coffee Waterloo Bucks

Donate this weekend to be entered into our Grand Prize and Bonus Prize drawings of the 2026 Spring Appeal!! 🌟All donatio...
03/29/2026

Donate this weekend to be entered into our Grand Prize and Bonus Prize drawings of the 2026 Spring Appeal!! 🌟

All donations of $500 or more made throughout the Spring Appeal campaign and through the weekend, help contribute to our $50,000 goal - and are entered into a final Grand Prize Package, with prizes generously donated by Grout Museum, NinjaU, Sub City, and The Isle Casino & Hotel!

The final Grand Prize Package includes a Luxury, Overnight Stay at the Isle Casino with Dinner and Breakfast, 4 Free Passes to NinjaU, 4 Explorer Guest Passes to the Grout Museum, a $25 Sub City Gift Card, a Modern Manhood T-Shirt, an Empower, Embrace, Enrich T-Shirt, and Guiding Star Stickers!

We also will be giving out a BONUS Prize Package for those who have made any donations under $500 throughout the campaign so far, or make a donation under $500 through the weekend. This package includes 4 Vouchers for reserved seats at the Waterloo Bucks game on July 4, 2026, as well as a $10 Gift Card to Sidecar, and a bag of Sidecar Project Blend!

Donate using the link in our comments to be eligible to win, and to support our mission! 🌟

We are so grateful for all of the support we have received so far, and can't wait to share the prize winners, as well as the total impact you each have made through this year's campaign!

Grout Museum District Ninja U Cedar Falls Sub City - Kimball & Ridgeway, Waterloo Waterloo Bucks Sidecar Coffee Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo

FertilityCare Practitioners are skilled in the identification and management of Endometriosis. NaPro trained surgeons fo...
03/28/2026

FertilityCare Practitioners are skilled in the identification and management of Endometriosis. NaPro trained surgeons focus on root-cause treatment of Endometriosis, and specialized excision surgery to remove the Endometriosis while preserving fertility.

Endometriosis excision surgery is considered the gold-standard of care as it is a minimally invasive procedure that cuts out endometriosis and scar tissue to provide long-term pain relief, treat infertility, and remove deep infiltrating Endometriosis.

Guiding Star Cedar Valley offers Creighton Intro Sessions with our in-house FertilityCare Practitioners, Julie Grunklee and Amanda Blohn. Through this process, women are given opportunities to better understand their fertility.

"As a Fertility Care Practitioner I teach Creighton Model to a large variety of couples. Creighton Model is a method of charting a woman's natural fertility cycle. One of my favorite things about the Creighton Model is the ability to help couples get good, ethical medical care for their fertility concerns.

When Creighton Model charting and Natural Procreative Technology come together much is discovered about a woman's fertility. Endometriosis is a disease that is not easy to spot but there are some signs and symptoms. Creighton Practitioners and NaPro Medical Consultants are trained to listen for signs and walk along in the process of diagnosing and treating endometriosis. I love this approach because we consider the woman's goals and desires currently and in the future. When a woman is ready for treatment her NaPro surgeon can help her with symptoms now and reduce her chances of recurrence in the future!" - Amanda Blohn

Give us a call at (319) 232 - 2695 for a free care consult to better understand Creighton charting and if it is the right fit for you.

The process of understanding and diagnosing Endometriosis can be extremely overwhelming. We are here to walk alongside you during this process, providing support and resources to help you receive the care and treatment you deserve.

https://naturalwomanhood.org/considering-endometriosis-surgery-heres-how-to-find-a-good-endo-surgeon/

Our lives have purpose. Our bodies have purpose. Our hearts, minds, and souls have purpose. And we believe that offering...
03/27/2026

Our lives have purpose. Our bodies have purpose. Our hearts, minds, and souls have purpose. And we believe that offering an approach to healthcare that honors and understands that helps us live differently.

A comprehensive, life-affirming approach to healthcare is the missing link to being able to truly connect with women, in whatever stage of life they are in, and to helping them feel empowered and supported in their bodies. Women's healthcare hasn't always done this well - but the Ripples and Waves created here at Guiding Star Cedar Valley are working to make the change.

Help us make it over the finish line of our $50,000 goal and prayerfully consider a gift towards our efforts.

Today, we excitedly announce the winner of our second prize package, Keri Brecht! Thank you, and all who have donated, for your contributions.

Although we have given out our week one and two prizes, there are still opportunities to donate and make a change in the healthcare women receive!

All donations of $500 or more made throughout the Spring Appeal campaign, today, and through the weekend, help contribute to our $50,000 goal - and are entered into a final SURPRISE Grand Prize Package, with prizes generously donated by Grout Museum, NinjaU, Sub City, and The Isle Casino & Hotel!

The final Grand Prize Package includes a Luxury, Overnight Stay at the Isle Casino with Dinner and Breakfast, 4 Free Passes to NinjaU, 4 Explorer Guest Passes to the Grout Museum, a $25 Sub City Gift Card, a Modern Manhood T-Shirt, an Empower, Embrace, Enrich T-Shirt, and Guiding Star Stickers!

We also will be giving out a BONUS Prize Package for those who have made any donations under $500 throughout the campaign so far, or make a donation under $500 through the weekend. This package includes 4 Vouchers for reserved seats at the Waterloo Bucks game on July 4, 2026, as well as a $10 Gift Card to Sidecar, and a bag of Sidecar Project Blend!

We are so grateful for all of the support we have received so far, and can't wait to share the prize winners, as well as the total impact you each have made through this year's campaign!

Grout Museum District Ninja U Cedar Falls Sub City - Kimball & Ridgeway, Waterloo Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Waterloo Bucks Sidecar Coffee

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220 Southbrooke Drive
Waterloo, IA
50702

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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