Nourish the Journey 5K: Celebrating Breastfeeding, Family & Community Support

<p>Join host Kierstyn Long on <em>Along the Rock</em>, brought to you by the Radar Free Press, as she welcomes Gwen Strum from OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center to discuss the Nourish the Journey 5K Walk!</p><p>This special community event celebrates the unique journeys of families who breastfeed or provide breast milk for their children while recognizing the friends, family members, and caregivers who offer support along the way.</p><p>Gwen shares how the walk helps families feel connected, why postpartum support is so important, and what participants can look forward to this year, including a community resource fair and special keepsakes for the first 100 registered participants.</p><p>📅 <strong>Event Details:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, October 24</p></li><li><p><strong>Check-in:</strong> 9:30–10 a.m.</p></li><li><p><strong>Walk begins:</strong> 10:15 a.m.</p></li><li><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lion Shelter at Page Park, Dixon, Illinois</p></li><li><p><strong>Cost:</strong> Free</p></li><li><p><strong>Registration:</strong> <a href="https://osfhealthcare.org/calendar">https://osfhealthcare.org/calendar</a></p></li></ul><p>The 5K follows Dixon’s paved paths, including the new Petunia Crossing Bridge, and welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you&#39;re a new parent, a seasoned parent, or someone who has supported a breastfeeding family, everyone is invited to celebrate these meaningful journeys together.</p><p>❤️ Watch now to learn how Nourish the Journey is bringing families together through encouragement, connection, and community support!</p><p><br></p><p>👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond.</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online</p><p><br></p><p>🎤 Highlights:</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Along the Rock</p><p>00:34 Introducing the Nourish the Journey 5K</p><p>01:14 The Challenges and Rewards of Breastfeeding</p><p>01:39 Supporting New Moms and Families</p><p>02:12 Event Date, Location and 5K Route</p><p>03:09 How to Register for the Walk</p><p>03:40 Check-In, Start Time and Participant Gifts</p><p>04:06 Registration Updates and Deadlines</p><p>05:02 Along the Rock Community Announcement</p><p>05:20 Is the Nourish the Journey 5K Free?</p><p>05:47 Bringing Generations of Families Together</p><p>06:19 Building Community and Support for New Moms</p><p>06:36 The Nourish the