Escambia County Healthy Start Coalition

12/23/2025

The Healthy Start Office will be closed for the holidays on the following days
There will be NO Stork Stock Van on December 26th

12/22/2025

💙 The holidays can be beautiful — and sometimes overwhelming, especially if you’re in the postpartum phase. It’s okay to feel what you feel. Self-care, reach out, set boundaries. You’re not alone. 🤍
https://coastalkids.com/how-to-help-seasonal-holiday-and-postpartum-depression/

12/19/2025

We have 18 cans of Similac Alimentum for food allergies and colic.
Please message us or call the coalition at 850-696-2291
First come first serve while supplies last

12/18/2025

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at Bellview Library from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will be serving residents in the 32526 zip code only! Please be sure to bring proof of residency (driver's license or photo ID & a household bill) and a Medicaid OR WIC card to receive assistance.
For more information, please contact the Healthy Start office at 850-696-2291

12/17/2025

12/16/2025

🕯️ Candles = cozy. Fire risk = not so cozy. Before you light, trim the wick, use a stable base, keep away from flammable items & never leave it unattended. Let’s keep the ambiance safe. 🔥
👉 Safety guide: https://candles.org/candle-safety-tips/

12/11/2025

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at Fricker Resource Center from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will be serving residents in the 32501 zip code only! Please be sure to bring proof of residency (driver's license or photo ID & a household bill) and a Medicaid OR WIC card to receive assistance.
For more information, please contact the Healthy Start office at 850-696-2291

12/08/2025

🥗 “Expecting this holiday season? 🎄 Stay safe and stress-free! Highlights from this guide: cook foods thoroughly, steer clear of raw eggs or soft cheeses, and always wash your hands when prepping. Because your little one deserves the best start. 💕
👉 Read more:https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/holiday-food-safety-when-youre-pregnant

12/05/2025

❄️ Baby’s bedroom getting ready for winter? 🛏️ Cozy and safe go hand in hand: monitor the room temp, choose the right bedding layers, keep the bed away from drafty windows/heaters… small tweaks = big comfort and safety!
👉 More tips:https://www.halosleep.com/blogs/halo/childs-bedroom-for-winter?srsltid=AfmBOooQu0afYbyRMMkNMoGS0jRFtZu2Sv04F20dydvaQYSqw39gwqyL

12/04/2025

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at Brownsville Community Center from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will be serving residents in the 32505 zip code only! Please be sure to bring proof of residency (driver's license or photo ID & a household bill) and a Medicaid OR WIC card to receive assistance.
For more information, please contact the Healthy Start office at 850-696-2291