Events - Healthix

August 8, 2026 • 8:30am – 9:30am

VIRTUAL: Saturday Morning Parent Education Support Group

Beginning at 8:30 AM, we'll spend an hour on Zoom on Saturday Mornings, learning and chatting about topics related to our families. Please do join us! WHEN: Scheduled to meet weekly on Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 AM WHERE: Virtually on Zoom in the AFFCNY.Network Join the ever fabulous AGAPE team in the AFFCNY NETWORK to start your weekend right with our Free Virtual Educational Parent Support Group for all adoptive, foster, or kinship families in New York

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August 12, 2026 • 1:00pm

Free Adjusting to Parenthood – Healthy Start Brooklyn

Learn to navigate your relationships, and changes that come with a new baby. This workshop guides soon-to-be and new parents on how becoming a parent reshapes relationships, identity, routines, and their sense of self.

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Hands holding symbols of various emotions: happy, neutral, sad

August 14, 2026 • 10:00am – 11:30am

Perinatal Mental Health – Brownsville Neighborhood Health

Every Friday, 10:00am - 11:30am. Parents will learn about the warning signs for perinatal and postpartum depression, how it's caused, and the options for healing.

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August 22, 2026 • 3:00pm – 4:30pm

NYC Caregiver Connection LIVE! – Staten Island

New Hope Community Center, 77 Alaska St., Staten Island NY

A free, in-person, parent support group for adoptive, foster, or kinship families in New York City — encompassing the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan, with a location in Staten Island.

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August 23, 2026 • 12:00pm – 5:00pm

East 37th Street Kids Fair & Community Day 2026

Bring the entire family out to a day of free games, activities, health screenings and school supply distribution to children in attendance while supplies last. Please note that children MUST be physically present to receive school supplies.

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August 7, 2026 • 10:00am – 11:30am

Perinatal Mental Health – Brownsville Neighborhood Health

Every Friday, 10:00am - 11:30am. Parents will learn about the warning signs for perinatal and postpartum depression, how it's caused, and the options for healing.

Women gathered and talking before a yoga session

August 6, 2026 • 6:00pm – 8:30pm

Fertility & Prenatal Wellness Yoga: De-stressing While Trying to Conceive

Ladies, join us for a thoughtful conversation, an intentional practice, tea and healthy bites to reduce stress and boost your fertility.

August 3, 2026 • 10:00am – 1:00pm

The Power of Knowing: Perinatal Mental & Physical Health

East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, 158 East 115th Street, New York NY

Let's dive deep into the journey of motherhood, exploring the highs and lows of mental and physical health during pregnancy and beyond.

July 31, 2026 • 10:00am – 11:30am

Perinatal Mental Health – Brownsville Neighborhood Health

Every Friday, 10:00am - 11:30am. Parents will learn about the warning signs for perinatal and postpartum depression, how it's caused, and the options for healing.

July 25, 2026 • 3:00pm – 4:30pm

NYC Caregiver Connection LIVE! – Staten Island

New Hope Community Center, 77 Alaska St., Staten Island NY

A free, in-person, parent support group for adoptive, foster, or kinship families in New York City — Encompassing the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan, with a location in Staten Island.

July 24, 2026 • 10:00am – 11:30am

Perinatal Mental Health – Brownsville Neighborhood Health

Every Friday, 10:00am - 11:30am. Parents will learn about the warning signs for perinatal and postpartum depression, how it's caused, and the options for healing.

July 22, 2026 • 11:00am – 3:00pm

NewYork-Presbyterian Mom & Baby Mobile Health Van

Join NewYork-Presbyterian's Mom & Baby Mobile Health Van as they provide maternal health resources and services to the community.

July 18, 2026 • 10:00am – 3:00pm

4th Annual West African Diaspora Health Fair

Join us on July 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Eastern Time) for a fun and informative day at 167th Street & McClellan. This event is all about celebrating health and community within the West African diaspora. Expect great resources, friendly faces, and plenty of ways to learn about ways to learn about staying healthy.

July 17, 2026 • 10:00am – 11:30am

Perinatal Mental Health – Brownsville Neighborhood Health

Every Friday, 10:00am - 11:30am. Parents will learn about the warning signs for perinatal and postpartum depression, how it's caused, and the options for healing.

July 17, 2026 • 10:00am – 2:00pm

Keeping Homes Healthy and Safe for Children

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will be hosting a table at the Sheepshead Bay Library from 10am - 2pm providing information on lead poisoning prevention, controlling pest safely, get rid of mold, and safety devices such as a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

July 16, 2026 • 10:00am – 11:00am

Free Lactation Clinic – Brownsville

Free support and resources to help you achieve your breastfeeding goals. Hosted by the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center.

The single mothers support group meet in a living room to talk and vent with one another.

July 14, 2026 • 3:00pm – 4:00pm

Postpartum Support Group

This support group meets weekly on Tuesdays at 3 PM ET. Are you a new mom/birthing parent (up to one year postpartum) struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or PTSD? You're not alone. 1 in 5 new or expecting mothers/birthing people suffer from a PMAD (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder), otherwise known as postpartum depression.

July 13, 2026 • 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Pregnancy Support Group

This support group meets weekly on Mondays at 5 PM ET. This group provides a safe space for women/birthing people to process their individual feelings about their pregnancy, learn coping skills for stress, anxiety, and/or depression, and connect with other expecting moms/birthing people who are facing similar difficulties.

Participants in a support group discussing

July 13, 2026 • 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Birth Trauma Support Group

This support group meets once a week on Mondays, 12:00 PM ET, and is co-hosted with Oula. If you find yourself replaying moments from a traumatic or distressing birth, struggling with guilt or confusion, or feeling disconnected from your baby or your body, you are not alone.

July 10, 2026 • 10:00am

Free Lactation Clinic – Brownsville

Free support and resources to help you achieve your breastfeeding goals. Hosted by the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center.

July 7, 2026 • 3:00pm – 4:00pm

Postpartum Support Group

July 6, 2026 • 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Pregnancy Support Group

July 6, 2026 • 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Birth Trauma Support Group

July 6, 2026 • 10:00am – 1:00pm

The Power of Knowing: Perinatal Mental & Physical Health

East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, 158 East 115th Street, New York NY

Dive deep into the journey of motherhood, exploring the highs and lows of mental and physical health during pregnancy and beyond.

July 1, 2026 • 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Prenatal Breastfeeding

Virtual

This breastfeeding course is open to the community and available for anyone interested in learning more about breastfeeding.

June 30, 2026 • 12:00am – 12:00am

Postpartum Support Group

June 1, 2026 • 10:00am – 1:00pm

The Power of Knowing: Perinatal Mental & Physical Health

East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, 158 East 115th Street, New York NY

Dive deep into the journey of motherhood, exploring the highs and lows of mental and physical health during pregnancy and beyond.

May 31, 2026 • 3:00pm – 6:30pm

The Confident Birth Experience Class

The Studio at Secret Garden Salon, 702 Forest Avenue, Staten Island NY

Feel calm, confident, and prepared for the birth that’s right for you with real tools, practical guidance, and support every step of the way.

May 6, 2026 • 11:00am – 12:00pm

Expanding Maternal Mental Health Care

Health and Welfare Council of Long Island

The Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI) invites you to a virtual information session on Project TEACH, a New York State Office of Mental Health-funded initiative supporting providers who care for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

May 5, 2026 • 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Advancing Women’s Health: What’s Now, What’s Next?

NYU Langone Health, 550 1st Avenue, New York NY

Hear from patients, experts, and innovators to learn about challenges in maternal health and how we can come together to overcome them.

May 4, 2026 • 10:00am – 1:00pm

The Power of Knowing: Perinatal Mental & Physical Health

East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, 158 East 115th Street, New York NY

Dive deep into the journey of motherhood, exploring the highs and lows of mental and physical health during pregnancy and beyond.

April 16, 2026 • 8:00am – 5:00pm

The Longest Table Kensington: A Community Meal on Black Maternal Health

200 East 8th Street, 200 East 8th Street, Brooklyn NY

Free baby shower event for expecting parents, includes giveaways, maternal health resources, and community support. Hosted by Brown Babies n’ Books: A community meal advancing Black maternal health, literacy & collective care.

April 15, 2026 • 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Black Maternal Health Week 2026

Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center, 259 Bristol Street, Brooklyn NY

The Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center is excited to be celebrating the seventh anniversary of Black Maternal Health Week! The Family Wellness Suite invites you to join us to uplift this year's theme: "Rooted in Justice & Joy"

April 14, 2026 • 10:00am – 1:00pm

Staten Island Community Baby Shower and Black Maternal Health Event

Grand Colony Hall, Staten Island, 460 Brielle Ave., Staten Island NY

Come hang out in person and celebrate our amazing community! This event is all about supporting parents, sharing resources, and raising awareness around Black maternal health. Whether you're expecting a new parent, or just curious, there's something for everyone. Fun, info, and connection await!

July 14, 2022 • 10:30am

NYC Mommies Club / Club de Mamás de NYC

Join us for maternal resources and lactation support / Grupo de apoyo para mamás. This support group is open to pregnant mothers, mothers of babies or toddlers. It's geared toward caregivers, but we understand that if you don't have childcare, babies and toddlers are welcome. It will be a great opportunity to socialize your little ones. Hablamos español!