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Doctor visits during pregnancy are essential to make sure mom and baby are doing well. During your second trimester, you...
10/16/2026

Doctor visits during pregnancy are essential to make sure mom and baby are doing well. During your second trimester, you should see your provider 4 times. For instance, during weeks 18-20, C-Sections are scheduled, and during weeks 26-28, providers screen for gestational diabetes.

Read more from Corewell Health: https://corewellhealth.org/care-and-specialties/womens-health/pregnancy-hub/second-trimester

At Healthy Families, we can help you keep track of your check-up visits! We know that parenthood doesn't come with instructions, so we are here to help you navigate this with one-on-one guidance. Reach out!

📲 Learn more or get connected: hf.dpcs.org
📞 434-799-0456 ext 3817
📧 [email protected]

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Did you know that every year on October 15th, families across the world light candles at 7 pm local time to honor all ba...
10/15/2026

Did you know that every year on October 15th, families across the world light candles at 7 pm local time to honor all babies who have died in pregnancy or infancy? It's called the International Wave of Light.

It's simple to participate! Just set a reminder for 7 pm on 10/15 to light your candle, then let it blaze for at least one hour to pass the torch to the next time zone.

With families joining in solidarity all over the world, we'll create a continuous 24 hour wave of light in honor of all the babies we are missing! Because every baby .

Learn more here: https://give.thetearsfoundation.org/event/2026-national-walk-or-washington-dc/e757570

Having trouble breastfeeding? You're not alone. These are the most common breastfeeding challenges and tips on what to d...
10/09/2026

Having trouble breastfeeding? You're not alone. These are the most common breastfeeding challenges and tips on what to do when facing them. Still having problems? We can help you find care!

Read more from the U.S. Dept of Health & Human Services: https://womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-challenges/common-breastfeeding-challenges

At Healthy Families, we pride ourselves on guiding you in this new chapter of your life: all the way from pregnancy through early age, we are here to support you and your family. We provide access to many local resources available to you, as well as one-on-one guidance. We are here for you!

📲 Learn more or get connected: hf.dpcs.org
📞 434-799-0456 ext 3817
📧 [email protected]

Are you struggling during breastfeeding? Do you have swelling, redness, or pain? Know when to see a doctor and when you ...
10/07/2026

Are you struggling during breastfeeding? Do you have swelling, redness, or pain? Know when to see a doctor and when you can remedy a treatment at home.
Learn more from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine.

Happy Tummy Time Day! 👶Tummy Time is an essential daily exercise that builds the muscles Baby needs to lift their head, ...
10/06/2026

Happy Tummy Time Day! 👶

Tummy Time is an essential daily exercise that builds the muscles Baby needs to lift their head, roll, sit, crawl, and more. It also helps prevent flat spots on their head.

But let's be honest: many babies don't like it at first. If that sounds like your little one, you're not alone, and there's a lot you can do to help!

Check out this article from Pathways.org to learn more about tummy time: https://pathways.org/baby-does-not-like-tummy-time

There are many ways to honor the brief loss of a pregnancy, infant, or child. This month, take a moment to light a candl...
10/05/2026

There are many ways to honor the brief loss of a pregnancy, infant, or child. This month, take a moment to light a candle for your or a loved one's loss. Think about the wave of light across the country and remember: you are not alone.

Pregnancy is a time of major changes and adaptation for the body. You may experience sensations that you hadn't before! ...
10/02/2026

Pregnancy is a time of major changes and adaptation for the body. You may experience sensations that you hadn't before! It's normal to wonder what is normal and what isn't!

Read more: Texas Childrens: https://bit.ly/4vuHcdV

It's important that you stay informed during such an important time in your life! It may feel daunting, but it shouldn't! We are here to help! At Healthy Families, we provide one-on-one guidance to parents all the way from pregnancy through early childhood development. We provide education and connection to resources that can help you achieve your best in parenthood.

📲 Learn more or get connected: hf.dpcs.org
📞 434-799-0456 ext 3817
📧 [email protected]

In 1988, President Ronald Regan proclaimed October Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. In the United States, 1 ou...
10/01/2026

In 1988, President Ronald Regan proclaimed October Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. In the United States, 1 out of every 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage, and 1 and every 160 pregnancies end in stillbirth. These numbers do not include infant death from preterm labor, diagnosis of life-limiting conditions, or SIDS.

Help Healthy Families Danville-Pittsylvania County honor Pregnancy, Infant, and Child Loss Awareness Month. Feel free to share your story or just take advantage of the resources and information we will post this month.

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245 Hairston Street
Danville, VA
24540

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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