Hopewell Petersburg Loving Steps

08/13/2026

🌸 Happy National Breastfeeding Month! 🌸

Breastfeeding provides incredible benefits for both mom and baby! From strengthening your baby's immune system to supporting maternal health and creating meaningful bonding moments. Every feeding journey is unique, and every family deserves support, education, and encouragement along the way.

This month, we celebrate the strength of breastfeeding parents and the communities that help them thrive. 💜

08/12/2026

We spy our CAN Coordinator and one of her favorite little friends! 👀

Thank you Women Of Endurance for allowing us to be a part of such a meaningful event!

Every mother deserves a soft landing. Women Of Endurance's Postpartum Shower brought together new moms across the Tri-Cities for a free celebration of motherhood — complete with diapers, postpartum care essentials, gift cards, and a curated resource table for maternal health and mental wellness. We are proud to support work like Women of Endurance through our grantmaking. 💛

08/10/2026

Being a mom is a lot like a s’more: sweet, messy, sticky, and made up of so many layers. 🤎

There’s the love, the late nights, the endless to-do lists, the hard days, the little victories, the laughter, the worry, and all the moments in between.

Today, we’re celebrating all the layers of motherhood. Take a moment to slow down, enjoy something sweet, and remember you’re doing s’more than you think. 😉🍫

08/06/2026

🍼 Wondering when your milk will come in?

Your body makes exactly what your baby needs, when they need it. 💛 Swipe through to learn what to expect during the first days of breastfeeding and gain confidence in your feeding journey!

08/05/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT WEATHER UPDATE 🚨

Due to the impact of today’s weather on several school buildings, Hopewell City Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5.

Please stay safe and continue to monitor official school communications for additional updates.

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08/04/2026

Happy from all of us at Loving Steps! 💜🖍️

We hope your Tuesday is filled with smiles, kindness, and a little creativity. Wishing you a wonderful day from our Loving Steps family to yours!

08/04/2026

🧡Lactation Specialist Spotlight: Champagne Talley 🧡

As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week during National Breastfeeding Month, we are proud to recognize Champagne Talley, a Lactation Specialist with the Loving Steps Program at the Department of Healthy Families! 🤰👣

For the past three years, Champagne has been dedicated to helping families navigate their breastfeeding journey by encouraging, educating, and empowering parents with compassionate support and evidence-based guidance. 🧠

Thank you, Champagne, for your commitment to improving the health and well-being of families in our community. Your passion and dedication make a lasting difference every day. 💌

08/04/2026

Breastfeeding is a natural way to nourish and bond with a baby, and every mother deserves to feel supported wherever she is!

Whether at the park, a restaurant, on public transportation, or while running errands, we all have a role in creating welcoming, breastfeeding-friendly communities.

This World Breastfeeding Week, let's celebrate mothers, encourage kindness, and help build a community where every family feels supported.

💛 Every act of understanding makes a difference.
🌎 Together, we can make society breastfeeding-friendly.

08/03/2026

⚠️ Don't risk losing your Medicaid coverage!

New Medicaid eligibility requirements are coming, but many pregnant and postpartum moms may qualify for an exemption. 💜

Now is the time to:
✅ Make sure your contact information is up to date.
✅ Know if you qualify for an exemption.
✅ Watch for important notices from Medicaid.

A few minutes now could help protect your health coverage for you and your baby.

If you're unsure whether these changes apply to you, reach out to your local Department of Social Services or your Loving Steps home visitor. We're here to help! 💕

08/01/2026

Loving Steps was proud to support the Protect the Peace Tournament today.

Together, we honored the memory of those lost to gun violence and stood united in our commitment to building safer communities for our children. We believe change starts with our youth, and no matter how big or small the effort, Loving Steps is always here to support our families and our community.