In recognition of National Maternal Health Awareness Day on January 23, the Chatham County Health Department is hosting a free community celebration focused on supporting and uplifting mothers and families. Nurturing the Nest: A Day to Celebrate Maternal Health will take place on Thursday, January 22, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Midtown Clinic, located at 1602 Drayton St. in Savannah.
Participants can enjoy a variety of activities and resources, including raffle prizes and incentives; access to a diaper and wipes locker provided by Over the Moon Diaper Bank; light snacks and refreshments; vendor and informational tables; blood sugar and blood pressure screenings; and on-site community resources focused on women’s health, children’s services, and STD prevention.
The event will feature five 30-minute Community Education Sessions offered throughout the afternoon, covering key topics in maternal and family health. A tentative schedule of sessions includes:
3:30 – 4:00 pm: Breastfeeding Education
4:00 – 4:30 pm: Fathers Matters Education
4:30 – 5:00 pm: Domestic Violence & Maternal Mental Health Discussion
5:00 – 5:30 pm: Chronic Disease Prevention & Nutrition
5:30 – 6:00 pm: Safe Infant Sleep
For more information about the Chatham County Health Department’s National Maternal Health Awareness Event, please email Katee.Sykes@dph.ga.gov.
