Escambia County Healthy Start Coalition

02/19/2026

You are not alone. Help is available.
Violence during pregnancy can have lasting impacts—but compassionate, confidential support can make a difference.
Escambia County residents can reach out to FavorHouse for help and resources.

02/18/2026

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at the Myrtle Grove Head Start from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will be serving residents in the 32506 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

02/12/2026

Mark your calendars!

The North Escambia Baby Shower is a free event open to pregnant and new parents, children 0-3, and their families. North Escambia families will have a chance to receive free resources and education from Healthy Start and various family organizations. We hope to see you on Saturday, April 18 from 10am to 1pm.

To sponsor this event or to participate as a community vendor, please contact Projects Coordinator, Jade Christian at Jade@healthystart.info.

02/11/2026

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at the Brigadier Head Start from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will be serving residents in the 32507 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

02/10/2026

Learn more about choking hazards and how to prevent them at cdc.gov/infant-toddler-nutrition/foods-and-drinks/choking-hazards.html

02/06/2026

Preconception health matters — your health before pregnancy affects future pregnancy outcomes.
Taking steps now can help reduce the risk of preterm birth and other problems later.

02/05/2026

We are starting 2026 off strong! Escambia County Healthy Start is excited to share our new mission and vision statement that drives what we do for our community. 🩷💚💙

02/04/2026

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at the 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

02/02/2026

Recalls to be aware of this Monday morning.
Details can be found in the captions

01/30/2026

01/29/2026

The Mobile Stork Stock continues this week at the 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