Philly Loves Families

07/28/2026

You don't have to go through a pregnancy loss alone: www.phillylovesfamilies.com/pregnancy-loss

07/27/2026

Information for parents who use alcohol, to***co, opioids, co***ne, and/or other substances, including those with substance use disorder:

Information for parents who use alcohol, to***co, opioids, co***ne, and/or other substances, including those with substance use disorder.

07/24/2026

New Infant Safe Sleep Classes have been added in the fall! The next classes are on July 29 and August 5. Register here: https://redcap.phila.gov/surveys/?s=HJPWR3PEYE8YWWCC

07/23/2026

Philly Joy Bank is two years old! Here is what some of the participants have shared about how the program has transformed their pregnancy and postpartum journeys:

The Philly Joy Bank officially launched two years ago! As we hit this milestone, we are incredibly excited to share the first wave of meaningful insights from our ongoing program evaluation.

07/22/2026

Get ready for the new school year with FREE health services for School District of Philadelphia students! 🩺🎒

This summer, students can receive:

✅ Immunizations
✅ Sports physicals
✅ Vision exams* 👓
✅ Dental exams* 🦷

Services will be available at select Health Fairs, Back-to-School Bus Tour stops, and Philadelphia Health Centers. All students are welcome, regardless of insurance status.

📍View dates, locations, and register: bit.ly/SDPHealth26

*Vision and dental exams are available at select events.

07/21/2026

"GET TO KNOW ME" is a provider‑facing campaign designed to improve care for and by pregnant and parenting people living with substance use disorder. Learn more and check out the resources: https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/families-impacted-by-substance-use-disorder -Stigma-Campaign

07/20/2026

Black Maternal Mental Health Week (July 19 – 25) raises awareness of maternal mental health issues affecting Black women during pregnancy, childbirth, and after. For information and local resources, visit https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/mental-emotional-support

07/19/2026

The Pacify app is free for Philly families when you use the enrollment code PHILLY. The app provides unlimited access to live expert help (by voice, video, or chat) on a wide range of topics, including successful latching techniques, breast pain, maintaining an adequate milk supply, pumping, transitioning to solid foods, and more.

07/17/2026

Tips for pregnant people during air quality alert days.

For more information on the current status of Philly's air quality, visit: https://www.phila.gov/2026-07-17-philadelphia-under-code-purple-air-quality-alert-for-particulate-matter-2/

07/17/2026

BREAKING: Today, July 17, 2026, has been declared a CODE PURPLE Fine Particles Action Day in Philadelphia due to the Canadian wildfire smoke.

All residents should avoid optional outdoor activities during a Code Purple Air Quality Alert. If you must go outside, wear a high-quality mask, like an N-95 or KN-95.

The City of Philadelphia Government is operating as normal, but trash collection is suspended, and pools and spraygrounds are closed. Free Library of Philadelphia is open for anyone who needs an air-conditioned space.

For more information and to monitor current air quality conditions: ow.ly/C0ne50ZoQOf