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Pee Dee Healthy Start, Inc.

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P*e Dee Healthy Start Inc. P*e Dee Healthy Start was one of the 15 original federally-funded demonstration sites created in 1991 to reduce infant mortality.

(PDHS), is a community based, 501c3 non-profit organization which primarily serves Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro, and Williamsburg counties. The organization was changed in Phase II of the federal initiative to P*e Dee Healthy Start Inc. It is a nonprofit organization, and its services are free. Those eligible for services include pregnant and parenting women ages 10 through 44 who live in Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marlboro, Marion, and Williamsburg counties. Services provided include outreach and client recruitment, case management, health education, parenting services, public safety and consortium. The consortium provides local, county and regional forums where consumers, providers and concerned volunteers can gather to collaborate regarding action to achieve the common goal of healthier birth outcomes in the P*e Dee.

11/02/2026

One of the simplest ways loved ones can help postpartum? Food. If you're building your postpartum plan, consider: 🍲 Freezing meals before baby arrives 📋 Setting up a meal train with friends and family 🥗 Keeping easy, one-handed snacks stocked for feeding sessions 💧 Not forgetting to hydrate, especially if you're breastfeeding

Nourishing yourself is part of healing. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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10/31/2026

As we welcome the cozy days of fall, don’t forget to adjust your clocks! 🍂 Daylight Saving Time ends tonight, giving us an extra hour of rest. Enjoy the slower morning, stay safe, and make the most of the season! 🕰️

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10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at P*e Dee Healthy Start! 🎃

A few simple steps can keep the night fun and safe for your family:

🔦 Be seen. Add reflective tape or glow sticks to costumes and bags.
👣 Stay together. Little ones should always trick-or-treat with a trusted adult.
🍬 Check the treats. Look over all candy before anyone digs in.
💊 Lock up medications. Keep them up and away. Pills can look like candy to curious kids.
🧡 Trust your gut. If something feels off, head home.

From our P*e Dee Healthy Start family to yours: stay safe, stay healthy, and have a spooktacular night!

10/30/2026

"The nurse at PDHS spent so much time teaching me about safe sleep. I had no idea soft bedding and co-sleeping could be so dangerous. Now I make sure to share that information with every new mom I know." - D. Simmons, Dillon County

Safe sleep saves lives. Make sure your family knows the ABCs. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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10/29/2026

Your baby's first pediatrician visit usually happens within the first week. Here's what to expect: ✅ Weight, length, and head circumference checks ✅ A full physical exam ✅ Feeding and diaper questions (write them down ahead of time!) ✅ A plan for the next few well-child visits

Not sure how to find a pediatrician? Your PDHS case manager can help you get connected. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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10/28/2026

Did you know that opioid use during pregnancy can impact your baby? Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) affects infants born to mothers who used opioids during pregnancy. Recovery is possible, and PDHS is here to support families without judgment, connecting them to treatment, resources, and ongoing care. A healthy start for baby starts with a healthy mom. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org/opioidinfo

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10/27/2026

Nobody hands new parents an instruction manual, because there isn't one. You're learning your baby's cues in real time, just as they're learning the world for the first time. Give yourself the same grace you'd give any beginner. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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10/26/2026

Crying is actually a late hunger sign, here's what to watch for earlier: 👶 Rooting (turning head, opening mouth) ✋ Bringing hands to mouth 👄 Smacking or licking lips 😣 Getting fussy or restless

Feeding on cue, rather than waiting for crying, can mean a calmer baby and an easier feeding session for you. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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10/23/2026

"My doctor kept dismissing my concerns about my blood pressure. My PDHS nurse specialist encouraged me to go back in and demand to be heard. They found preeclampsia, and that advocacy may have saved my life." - T. Williams, Darlington County

At PDHS, we will advocate with you when needed. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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10/22/2026

Preeclampsia can develop during pregnancy or in the weeks after delivery, and it's serious. Know your numbers: 🩺 Blood pressure at or above 140/90 is a red flag 🚨 Watch for severe headaches, vision changes, or swelling in your face and hands 📋 Ask your provider what your baseline blood pressure is so you know what's normal for you

If something feels off, don't wait it out, call. 📞 (800) 747-2229 | pdhs.org

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Address

314 W Pine Street
Florence, SC
29501

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+18436621482

Website

http://www.pdhs.org/

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