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10/15/2026

How do you like them apples (grown in Maine)? October's Harvest of the Month is apples! 🍏

Crunchy, delicious and packed with nutrients, apples are a healthy choice for the whole family. Eating apples as part of a nutrient-rich diet can help prevent illness and disease.

Whether you're picking them fresh from the orchard, slicing them for a snack, or adding them to your favorite fall recipe, there are so many ways to enjoy this seasonal favorite!
🍎 Do you know which apple is grown most in New England? Tell us your thoughts in the comments.

10/13/2026

Did You Know? School Lunch Has Big Benefits!

Nutritious? ✅Convenient? ✅ Helping kids fuel their day? ✅
School lunch offers students a balanced meal, introduces them to a variety of foods, and gives busy families one less thing to worry about.
During National School Lunch Week, we're celebrating the many ways school meals support healthy growth! These are just an example of what your kids school meals may look like!

10/08/2026

Who knew a simple disc could provide so much entertainment? It’s a great fall activity and the whole family can get in on the fun! Bonus - the movement counts towards 1 hour or more of physical activity a day. ⭐️

Engage your kids with 14 active frisbee games like ultimate frisbee, hoop-bee, and more! Keep them entertained and energized with these fun activities.

10/02/2026

Back to School, Back to Healthy Habits! Evening routines are an important part of healthy habits. They help families connect, wind down and get ready for the next day!
🗣️Talk about the school day: A simple “What was the best part of your day?” can make connection part of the family routine.
🍽Eat together when you can: Family meals offer a chance to connect and slow down—even if it’s only once a week.
⏰Prepare the night before: Pack bags, choose clothes and prep snacks to make mornings less stressful.
Check out our tips on making the most of family meal time: https://tinyurl.com/4w996zep
❓How do you make the most of family meal time?

10/01/2026

At Down East Family YMCA Afterschool program, the Hannaford Supermarkets Eat Well, Be Well grant money helped them revitalize their outdoor space. The new space is a safer, more engaging and enjoyable environment for the kids to thrive. What a tremendous success for the program and the kids!

09/30/2026

Back to school is in full swing. For parents trying to balance their kids digital habits, it can be tricky. From homework and gaming to social media and texting, screens are a big part of kids’ everyday lives. Finding a healthy balance isn’t always easy.

The American Academy of Pediatrics 5 C’s of Media Guidance gives parents and caregivers practical, age-based tips to help kids build healthier relationships with technology.
💡 Explore the 5 C’s and find tips for infants to older teens.

The "5 Cs" offers easy-to-remember, age-based media guidance tips for parents. It's based on research and what we know supports family relationships, social-emotional development and mental health. Learn how to use this guidance, which is available for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, school-age....

09/28/2026

A lot can change in 20 years!

Since Let’s Go! began in 2006, the way we learn, play, connect and even track our steps has changed quite a bit. But one thing hasn’t changed: our commitment to helping children and families build healthy habits.

For 20 years, Let’s Go! has worked alongside schools, early care and education programs, health care teams and communities to make healthy choices easier for children and families. We are grateful for their partnership and support and look forward to continuing to grow, move and thrive together! letsgo.org/20years

09/26/2026

Make this fall a fresh start for the whole family! 💛
There is still time to join the fall session of Bright Bodies, a free Bright Bodies lifestyle program for kids 6-12 is a family approach for kids who have overweight or obesity that offers healthy lifestyle skills, boosts self-esteem and strengthens family dynamics.
In-person classes start soon: South Portland (10/5) & Norway (10/6). Learn more about Bright Bodies and how to join the upcoming session: letsgo.org/brightbodies

09/25/2026

Back to School, Back to Healthy Habits! Kids daily routines should include movement but also allow for downtime, without screens for bodies and brains to recharge.
🚲Build movement into the day: Walk or bike to school when possible, play outside after school, or take a family walk after dinner.
💻Protect downtime without screens: After a busy school day, give kids time to relax, play and recharge
😴Get back to consistent bedtimes: Gradually return to a regular bedtime and wake-up routine to support sleep
Check out tips for healthy sleeping habits: https://tinyurl.com/sufw7fd9
❓What are your bedtime routines?

09/23/2026

Thank you!! Your votes helped the MaineHealth Diabetes Prevention and Self-Management Program win a $3000 grant from the 2026 Red Sox Foundation 12th Annual IMPACT Awards presented by the Manning Family Foundation. Thanks to your support, this grant will help us to continue expanding our work to improve the lives of people living with diabetes and prediabetes across our communities.