Louisiana Healthcare Connections is inviting expectant mothers, new moms, families, and community members to attend its upcoming Maternal Health Matters event on July 11 at Ponchatoula Area Recreation District 1, 19030 Ponchatoula Parks Drive.
Held from 12 p.m.-3 p.m. at the recreation center, the free community event is designed to support healthy pregnancies, healthy births, and healthy families by connecting attendees with maternal health resources, educational information, and local community partners. Expectant moms and families with young children can enjoy free food, healthy food demonstrations, wellness and relaxation activities, games and giveaways, health information and screenings, and opportunities to learn more about services available before, during, and after pregnancy.
The event is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about prenatal care, postpartum support, infant health, nutrition, wellness services, and other resources available to families throughout the region.