Healthy Savannah, YMCA of Coastal Georgia hosting “Nourish, Sustain and Thrive” events

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month in August, Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are partnering on several educational community events aimed to “Nourish, Sustain and Thrive” – which is the theme for this year’s information campaign.

Dr. Elsie Smalls and Margie Watson, of Healthy Savannah, were on Morning Break to let new or expecting mothers know where they can join in the conversation about the benefits of breastfeeding.

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Faith Walk reminder

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Encourage Health Archives

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Savannah Corner Store Program Awarded $10k City Grant

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NewZO Passes!

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