Happy November, Healthy Starters!

As we reflect on this year, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible support and encouragement from our community members, providers, and funders. Your contributions make it possible for us to continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most. Thank you!

Have you met our entire Healthy Start staff? If not, this month's newsletter edition will introduce you to our dedicated and passionate team!

Can you believe 2025 is less than six weeks away? With the new year quickly approaching, we’re excited to invite you to our inaugural New Year’s Eve party! Interested in joining the celebration? Keep reading to find out how you can be part of the festivities.

We are also hosting one last General Coalition meeting to wrap up the year and share what's happening in 2025!

November marks National Prematurity Awareness Month, a cause close to our hearts here at Healthy Start. Read on to learn how we are observing this important month.

Lastly, as we approach Thanksgiving, please note our holiday closures, which will be posted in our diaper pantry schedule.

Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday season,

Samantha Suffich and the Healthy Start Team

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Supporters 

We are overjoyed and deeply grateful for the generous donations we recently received from the Junior League, Sunshine Health, Labor and Delivery at Cleveland Clinic Martin North, Women's Health Specialists, and community members. Your donations of diapers, wipes, clothing, and feminine hygiene products are already making a powerful difference for our clients, especially those affected by the recent disaster. 

Thanks to your support, we can better meet the immediate needs of the mothers and families we serve, ensuring they have essential items that promote health, comfort, and dignity. This generosity is a testament to the compassion and community spirit that defines Martin County, and we are honored to be part of such a dedicated network of supporters. 

Our team is working diligently to distribute these items to every client who needs them, with each donation offering both relief and encouragement to families facing challenging times. Together, we are building a stronger, healthier future for all. 

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your continued support and kindness. We look forward to sharing more success stories with you as we make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients—together. 

Ring in the New Year with Us!

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on preterm birth and its impact on babies and families. With 1 in 10 babies born prematurely in Florida, this issue is close to our hearts. This year, we planted 97 butterflies at Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital to signify 97 babies born premature last year in Martin County.

Through education, healthcare access, and emotional support, we work to reduce premature births and ensure healthier starts for babies in our community. Together, we can give every baby the healthy start they deserve.