Family Friendly Halloween Fun
When children think of October they think of Halloween, candy, fun costumes and trick-or-treating! But for parents, the thought of Halloween is a little different. Parents are always thinking about…
Recognizing National Infant Loss Awareness Month
October begins Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and it is a season we commemorate each year as so many local families experience the pain of losing a pregnancy or…
Navigating Stress Postpartum
Having a baby ignites a whirlwind of emotions, some happy and others not. After giving birth your hormones are unbalanced and your life is significantly different, which is why postpartum…
Child Safety Month
Did you know that September is National Child Safety Month? Whether that is safe car seat practices, safe feeding practices or even safe sleeping practices our goal at Healthy Start…
Socializing Your Child During COVID
Throughout the pandemic, one of the main topics on parents’ minds has been how a lack of socialization during COVID can impact their child’s development. As vaccine rollouts continue and…
Breastfeeding Basics
Did you know that August is National Breastfeeding Month? While breastfeeding has its advantages, it can certainly be a tedious process. Breastfeeding preferences can differ from mother to mother, so…
Hurricane Preparedness
Before and during Hurricane season, it is vital to have a preparedness plan to avoid added stress on the family, especially during pregnancy. Having a plan means mom, dad, and…
What is a Healthy Start?
A healthy start can mean something different for everyone. No matter what stage you are at in your pregnancy or early parenthood, Capital Area Healthy Start can help guide your…
The ABC’s of Safe Sleep
Healthy Start’s mission has always been to provide needed services to local women, babies, and families. Thanks to our supporters and hardworking staff, we’ve been able to do this for…
Celebrating 30 Years of Healthy Start
On February 11, we were proud to host our 2021 Angel Awards & Benefit in support of local women, babies, and families. Staff, sponsors, and attendees gathered virtually to recognize…