Do you have a story you’d like to share about the importance of prenatal care? Have you been involved in a successful program and want to share your story? Do you belong to an organization in Shelby County that could benefit others to ensure their baby is healthy? We are looking for personal stories for the IMRI blog, and we’d like to feature you as a guest blogger! Send an email to ShelbycountyIMRI@gmail.com and someone from our team will be in contact with you.
Shine Bright like a BF STAR: Benefits of Social Support of Breastfeeding
By: Shenika Holmes, Public Health Intern (BF STARS)
Shelby County Health Department
Hi, my name is Shenika Holmes, and I am a proud supporter of breastfeeding!
How many children do I have? Zero.
Am I expecting? No.
My Love for Babies and Physical Fitness
By: Gilbert Barnes Carter III – Executive Director / Founder
The First Year Foundation Incorporated
Everyone Loves HUGS
By: Linda Busby,RN
Shelby County Health Department
901-222-9703
Everyone Loves HUGS
Have you had your HUG today?
As we know there are many different kinds of hugs ranging from the polite hug to the never-ending rocking side to side embrace hug. And just as there are so many ways to hug there are endless reasons why hugs are wanted and needed. Today I want to share HUGS with you!
What is HUGS?
THREE TIPS FOR MOMS-TO-BE
By: Alicia Anderson
A Step Ahead Foundation
Pregnancy Nutrition Tip
If you are pregnant or might get pregnant soon, start taking folic acid (Vitamin B) to reduce the risk of birth defects. In addition to folic acid supplements or prenatal vitamins, stock up on orange juice, fortified cereals, grapefruit, broccoli, spinach, asparagus, lentils, and peas – all great sources of folic acid.
Baby Safety Tip
Lifting Health through Collaboration
By: Kellie Spilman, MPH
A Step Ahead Foundation
“In a country as great as this one, a child’s zip code should never be what determines his or her opportunity,”
– Domestic Policy Council Director Cecilia Muñoz