LIFT Healthy Start

LIFT Healthy Start Pregnant??? Let us give your baby a Healthy Start! Why Healthy Start? Although the U.S. infant deaths.

Healthy Start works to prevent infant mortality in 87 communities with infant mortality rates at least 1.5 times the national average and high rates of low birthweight, preterm birth, maternal mortality and maternal morbidity (serious medical conditions resulting from or aggravated by pregnancy and delivery). Healthy Start communities are some of the nation's poorest and Healthy Start families fre

quently struggle to meet their most basic needs. Healthy Start reaches out to pregnant women and new mothers and connects them with the health care and other resources they need to nurture their children. infant mortality rate has declined in recent years, major disparities persist. More than twice as many African American babies do not live to see their first birthdays as their white counterparts. African American women are more likely than white or Hispanic women to deliver their babies before 37 weeks gestation, putting them at risk for infant death. Healthy Start programs use proven strategies to reduce preterm birth, low birthweight, birth defects, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), maternal complications and unintentional injuries, which account for more than half of U.S. Healthy Start programs also address social and economic factors that have been shown to have a negative impact on child health and development, including having a mother who is younger than 18 or older than 35, has less than a high school education, is low income, has a disability and/or lives under stressful conditions. What Works

Since Healthy Start awarded its first 15 grants in 1991, the program has learned that successful programs
•Improve women's health – before, during, after and between pregnancy
•Discourage alcohol use during pregnancy
•Promote breastfeeding
•Include fathers
•Develop interventions that culturally sensitive, community specific and family-oriented
•Foster partnerships with other programs and organizations

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Requirement: Must have children 12 or under in the home.

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Did you know that WIC offers a lot more than just supplemental food? WIC also can help with resources like nutrition education, breastfeeding support and community referrals to qualifying pregnant and post-partum women, infants and children up to 5.

For more information on everything WIC offers or to apply for WIC, visit Oklahoma.gov/health/WIC

09/02/2026

🥕 Mobile Food Market – Hugo, OK! 🥕

Mark your calendars! The Mobile Food Market will be back in Hugo, providing FREE food for our community! 💚

📅 Thursday, October 29th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM *(or until food is gone)*
🚗 Drive-Thru Pickup

📍 PLEASE NOTE: THE LOCATION HAS CHANGED!
The Mobile Food Market will now be held at:
300 E. Clayton, Hugo, OK 74743

All cars are welcome to pick up. One box per household, with a maximum of two households per vehicle.

🚦 Please follow the traffic flow shown on the flyer when arriving. There will be some temporary barricades in the area to help keep traffic moving safely.

💚 Please share to help us spread the word—and make sure your friends and family know about the new location!

💜 JOIN US THIS FRIDAY! 💜Join us Friday, September 4th at the Elephant Walking Trail for an Infant Mortality AWARENESS WA...
09/02/2026

💜 JOIN US THIS FRIDAY! 💜

Join us Friday, September 4th at the Elephant Walking Trail for an Infant Mortality AWARENESS WALK! 👣

Let’s come together to raise awareness, honor the importance of healthy pregnancies and babies, and support families in our community.

👣 Every step matters.
💜 Every baby matters.
🫶 Every family deserves support.

We hope to see you there! Bring your family, friends, and walking shoes!

Every Baby Deserves a Chance! National Healthy Start Association's campaign, Celebrate Day 366…Every Baby Deserves a Cha...
09/02/2026

Every Baby Deserves a Chance!
National Healthy Start Association's campaign, Celebrate Day 366…Every Baby Deserves a Chance, celebrates babies living beyond the first year of life.

NHSA promotes the effectiveness of ongoing programs and evidence-based efforts implemented to reduce infant deaths, low birthweight, pre-term births and poor perinatal outcomes all year round.

The Celebrate Day 366…Every Baby Deserves a Chance
Infant Mortality Awareness Campaign supports and inspires people from around the nation to take action to improve the health and well-being of women, infants, children and families.

Join the National Healthy Start Association and be part of the generation that ensures that every baby has a chance…

To take their first step.
To say their first word.
To graduate from college.
To become President.
To Celebrate Day 366.

Come spend some time learning, connecting, and preparing for the journey of parenthood at our FREE Group-Based Education...
08/27/2026

Come spend some time learning, connecting, and preparing for the journey of parenthood at our FREE Group-Based Education Class!

We’ll talk about important topics including pregnancy health, preparing for childbirth, and safe sleep practices.

🎁 Eligible participants may be able to receive a $25 gift card for attending!

📅 Thursday, September 24th
⏰ Starting at 10:00 AM
📍 312 NW Texas, Idabel, OK 74745
📞 (580) 326-6441

Who can attend?
Pregnant women • Parents • Fathers/Partners • Those preparing for or between pregnancies

Must reside in Atoka, Choctaw, Coal, Johnston, McCurtain, or Pushmataha County.

Come learn. Come connect. Come get a SAFE BEGINNING! 💛

Join us for a free group-based education session where you can learn, connect, and receive support alongside other paren...
08/27/2026

Join us for a free group-based education session where you can learn, connect, and receive support alongside other parents and families.

Topics include:

Pregnancy Health
Preparing for Childbirth
Back to Sleep
Safe Sleep Environment

🎁 Eligible participants may be able to receive a $25 gift card for attending!

📅 Friday, September 25th
⏰ Starting at 10:00 AM
📍 500 E. Rosewood St., Hugo, OK 74743

Who can benefit?
Pregnant women • Fathers/Partners • Parents • Those preparing for or between pregnancies

Must reside in Atoka, Choctaw, Coal, Johnston, McCurtain, or Pushmataha County.

Come join us for a FREE, supportive learning experience!

There’s Something for Every Mom at Healthy Start!Whether you’re a first-time mom or already have a growing family, there...
08/27/2026

There’s Something for Every Mom at Healthy Start!

Whether you’re a first-time mom or already have a growing family, there’s something for you at LIFT Healthy Start! ❤️

Our program offers free, individualized support to help you and your family throughout pregnancy and beyond. There are no income guidelines to qualify!

🤰 If you’re pregnant and live in Atoka, Coal, Choctaw, Pushmataha, Johnston, or McCurtain County, don’t wait—get signed up today!

This is just a small glimpse of what you could earn and receive through our program. We have so much to choose from, along with support, education, resources, and guidance designed to help you and your baby have a healthy start!

✨ Free program. No income guidelines. Individualized support. So many opportunities!

📲 Don’t wait—reach out to us and get started today! Message us on Facebook or call our office to get signed up 580-326-6441!

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104 N E
Hugo, OK
74743

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+15803266441

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