Healthy Families of Fulton and Washington Counties

06/11/2026

Join us for Milk & Cookies! Moms get to meet and hear expert advise from Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home, littles get to play, and everyone gets to enjoy cookies from Cravings Bakery & Cafe! 🥛 🍪

06/08/2026

Save the Date!

06/08/2026

Looking for a Free Car Seat Program for Fulton County Residents?
Fulton County Public Health offers car seat installation checks and free car seats to qualifying residents.
Free Car Seat Check Clinics are held every Wednesday from 10am-noon at Fulton County Public Health Department. Call us at 518-736-5720 to make an appointment.

Image Description: Flyer advertising a free car seat check with event details and images of children in car seats.

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Don't wait to apply for Head Start Preschool until the last minute! Seats are limited, they'll fill quickly over the summer, and you won't want to miss out on all of the benefits of the high quality programming we offer.

We have options to meet your needs.
🏡 Expectant families, infants, and toddlers under 3 can take advantage of our once a week, in home Home-Based program.
🏫 Toddlers 18mos to 3 can join the daily fun in our Whitehall, Cambridge, River Street, or Dix Avenue Early Head Start Centers.
🏫 Preschoolers 3 to 5 also get to join in the daily Center-Based fun at all four of the centers above, AND at our Granville Center, too!

Seriously, what are you waiting for? Apply today! Home-Based and Early Head Start programs run year-long. Open Enrollment is currently happening for Head Start Preschool for the 2026-2027 school year.
All programs usually enroll in less than 30 days from acceptance!

Apply online or call 518-746-9600! Tell them Facebook sent you!

📸: Open enrollment yard signs line the road in front of the Dix Ave Center.

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

May is Maternal Mental Health Month!!
About 1 in 5 women report symptoms of Postpartum Depression (PPD) in the year after giving birth. You may feel sad, anxious, or overwhelmed. You might not feel connected to your baby, or you might not feel love or care for the baby.

Everyone’s PPD journey is different. Hear from women who experienced PPD and found their path toward healing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvrp9iOILTQYmeXEewNYAjyBF_0jJ3VDS
What important is You Are Not Alone. Free confidential support is available 24/7:
 Call 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
 Call of text 988, the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline

Together we can raise awareness and help a mother in need.

Image Description: Three images of mothers experiencing distress with their babies, accompanied by supportive text and a QR code.

05/15/2026

Image Description: Flyer for "Milk & Cookies Moms' Support Group" at Gloversville Public Library on May 15th, 2026, featuring support topics for new mothers. Transcribed text from the image states: "Milk & Cookies Moms’ Support Group
Join us for an afternoon of support, conversation, and connection! Friday, May 15th, 2026, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Gloversville Public Library, 58 East Fulton St, Gloversville, NY 12078. THIS MONTH’S HIGHLIGHTED TOPIC: Returning to work after having a baby. Because support doesn’t end at delivery. Meet with Robbien Quill, IBCLC, Nathan Littauer Birthing Center Nurse, for guidance, support, and answers to your breastfeeding and postpartum questions. Open discussion and support for: Breastfeeding & pumping, Newborn care, Sleep & routines, Maternal wellness, Parenting support, And more! All Moms & Children Welcome! Children of all ages are welcome to attend. Complimentary cookies from Cravings Bakery, Milk and bottled water, A welcoming and supportive atmosphere. NATHAN LITTAUER Hospital & Nursing Home, Sponsored by the PUBLIC LIBRARY, For more information, visit our page!, Here for YOU. Every step of the way."

05/13/2026

Sleep is one of the most talked-about topics for new parents—for good reason. In those early months, it’s common to wonder: “Is my baby sleeping enough? Am I doing this right?” The truth is, infant sleep is rarely simple or predictable. Setting realistic expectations can help reduce stress, ...