Healthy Start

Healthy Start is a voluntary educational and supportive program designed to assist pregnant women and families with children under age 3. Our goal is to promote healthy pregnancies, positive birth outcomes, and healthy growth and development for infants and toddlers.

Services

• Parenting Education
• Childbirth Classes
• Breastfeeding Support
• Smoking Cessation
• Interconceptional (Women’s Health) Services
• Developmental Screenings
• Case Management
• Discounted Car Seats

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in Healthy Start?

Healthy Start clients must reside in Nassau County. They also must be pregnant, have a child under 3, or have been pregnant within the last 2 years.

How much does Healthy Start cost?

Our services are free for all Healthy Start clients.

How can I join Healthy Start?

You will be offered Healthy Start at your first pregnancy appointment with your doctor or at the hospital after the birth of your baby. You can also call us at 904-557-9125 to sign up at any time.

Where can I get Healthy Start services?

Services can be provided in your home, at any Health Department site, at your local doctor appointments, or any other location in Nassau County.

Classes

Car Seat Classes

Time: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Location: Fernandina Beach Clinic, 1620 Nectarine St., Fernandina Beach

To have your car seat checked, please call 904-557-9125 to make an appointment.