Healthy Families Broome- PACT

05/07/2026

Sharing this helpful information from the Academy of Pediatrics for . Small, everyday steps can make a meaningful difference in supporting your child's mental and emotional health.

May is . Here are some tips for parents to help nurture your child's mental & emotional well-being:

1. Acknowledge and accept that every child is different and unique. Some are more reserved and shy, while others are outgoing and expressive. These ingrown traits should be celebrated—in fact, they are all quite helpful in different situations.

2. Provide trust and understanding. Kids need to feel safe sharing their thoughts and experiences with you. Knowing you will listen without shaming, blaming or judging shows that you're in their corner, no matter what.

3. Help kids get sleep. Growing bodies and brains need lots of rest! Explain to teenagers why sleep is important for their mind and body to work well.

4. Share meals together. Eating together gives your child a sense of closeness and belonging. Hearing about their experiences at the family table keeps you in touch with their daily lives.

5. Model healthy media use. Creating a family media plan that sets expectations and rules around devices, content, safety, privacy, kindness and more is an essential step.

For a full list of tips, read our new article: https://bit.ly/4tmHdjb

05/04/2026

Check out all the great activities happening this May at the Mothers & Babies Perinatal Network of SCNY, Inc. PAL Centers in Johnson City, Binghamton, and Whitney Point!

05/01/2026

It's Mental Health Awareness Month.
Your feelings matter. Your story matters. You matter.💚
SAMHSA.gov/find-help

May is —a great time to check in on yourself & your loved ones. If you or someone you know needs help, confidential support & treatment options are available.

💚 Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

04/29/2026

Check out the FREE events at The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier this Friday, May 1, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Fun activities for you and your children- don't miss it!

Join us this Friday, May 1 from 4-6:30PM for an art show and evening of FREE fun in the Museum thanks to the Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation.

🎨 The Creative Hive Art Show: Explore "Together We Play," a gallery takeover featuring vibrant works and a special collaborative masterpiece by talented young artists.

🎵 High-Energy Music Jam: Grab some rhythm sticks and scarves! We’re hosting an interactive jam session where kids can explore rhythm and teamwork, leading up to a massive "grand finale" parade and drum roll.

Come connect, create, and play together as one. We can't wait to see the rhythm our community creates!

04/28/2026

Sharing this to help more families learn about the support available through WIC and their breastfeeding resources.

Did you know that can help answer your questions, offer support and advice from lactation specialists, and provide pumping tools, if needed, to support your breastfeeding journey? 💗

Get started by visiting www.signupwic.com to find a clinic near you! 🌟

04/27/2026

🌼 Join us for Parent‑Child Playtime! 🌼

The Healthy Families Broome and Guthrie Lourdes PACT/ImPACT teams are hosting another fun and free playtime event this Wednesday at the Whitney Point PAL Center — and you’re invited!

Come enjoy music, movement, crafts, friends, and lots of playful moments with your little ones. It’s a wonderful chance to connect, explore, and spend quality time together.

This event is a collaboration between Healthy Families Broome, Guthrie Lourdes PACT & ImPACT, and Mothers and Babies Perinatal Network in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month: Supporting Child and Family Well‑Being.

Bring your kiddos, bring a friend, and come play with us! 💛🌈

04/24/2026

Thank you to our incredible home visiting team, who are always willing to dive in and support parents on their parenting journey!

One family shared: We enrolled in the program today, and the home visitor “seems like an absolute gem.” “So supportive, explains things in great details, responsive to questions and very respectful- I’m looking forward to working with her.”

We’re grateful for our dedicated team and the families who welcome us into their lives.

To get started: https://forms.office.com/g/jp3fD8DiJ7

04/23/2026

Celebrating our dedicated home visitors who are there to support families and share valuable information about growth and development—beginning prenatally through all the exciting milestones: teething, first words, first steps, toilet training, and all the way up to age 5.

One of our enrolled families shared, “I am so grateful to have had this service for the last 5 years! It has been tremendously helpful!”

We’re proud of our team and grateful for the families who welcome us into their homes and lives.

To get started: https://forms.office.com/g/jp3fD8DiJ7

04/22/2026

Celebrating our Home Visiting team who truly focuses on the family.

Our team supports you, your child, and your entire family in reaching your goals. They help with goal setting and connect you with local community resources—always with you and your family in mind.

Here’s what one of our enrolled families shared about the program:

“A great program that is super awesome and helpful to families to explore more opportunities to help the child and parents.”

We’re proud of our dedicated team and grateful for the families who let us be part of their parenting journey.

To get started: https://forms.office.com/g/jp3fD8DiJ7

04/21/2026

Celebrating our incredible Home Visiting team today!

Every day, they make a real difference by offering support, guidance, and encouragement through the many changes that come with pregnancy and welcoming a new baby.

We’re honored to walk alongside families during such an important time. And hearing feedback like this reminds us why the work matters so much:

“More families should know about this program!”

Thank you to our dedicated team—and to the families who invite us into their lives.

To get started: https://forms.office.com/g/jp3fD8DiJ7