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SACCounty Healthy Beginnings Empowering families and children to thrive physically, socially, and
emotionally, free from the effects of substance use and misuse in
pregnancy.

10/21/2026

Lucy, a mother in recovery, wants people to know that there are many resources and people willing to help those who are struggling with substance use disorders.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health, help is available. Visit đź”— in bio for support and resources.

October is LGBT History Month – a time to recognize the experiences, contributions, and resilience of LGBTQ+ communities...
10/15/2026

October is LGBT History Month – a time to recognize the experiences, contributions, and resilience of LGBTQ+ communities.
It is also an opportunity to talk about health disparities.

During pregnancy and postpartum, LGBTQ+ parents deserve:

❤️ Respect for their identity and family
🧡 Supportive, nonjudgmental care
đź’› Providers who use inclusive language
đź’š Strong family and community support
đź’™ Access to mental health resources when needed

Providers, families, and communities can help create environments where LGBTQ+ parents feel respected, included, and supported throughout the perinatal journey.

Everyone deserves compassionate care and the opportunity for a healthy start.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health, help is available. Visit đź”— below for support, treatment, and resources.

Sources:
Nguyen KH, Daw JR, Allen HL. Postpartum care differences in LGBTQ+ and non-LGBTQ+ individuals. JAMA Health Forum. 2025;6(5):e250672. doi:10.1001/jamahealthforum.2025.0672

Croll, J., Sanapo, L. and Bourjeily, G. (2022), LGBTQ+ individuals and pregnancy outcomes: A commentary. BJOG: Int J Obstet Gy, 129: 1625-1629. https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-0528.17131

10/13/2026

Laura Pascua shares the story of her recovery journey, which began at River City Recovery Center, where she is now the site director.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health, help is available. Visit đź”— below for support, treatment, and resources.

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' guidance, the postpartum transition can be a parti...
10/12/2026

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' guidance, the postpartum transition can be a particularly difficult time for people with depression or anxiety, which increases the risk of substance use and overdose.

To learn more and find resources for mental health and/or substance use, visit the link below.

A child’s ability to learn is shaped by many factors – some beginning before birth.Prenatal exposure to alcohol or other...
10/11/2026

A child’s ability to learn is shaped by many factors – some beginning before birth.

Prenatal exposure to alcohol or other drugs can affect brain development, while trauma and prolonged stress during pregnancy or childhood may also influence the systems involved in learning, attention, memory, and emotional regulation.

These experiences do not affect every child in the same way, and they do not determine a child’s future.

Understanding what may be behind a learning or behavioral challenge can help parents, caregivers, educators, and other supportive adults respond with strategies that better meet a child’s needs.

To complement our free online trainings, in this series, we’ll take a closer look at FASD, prenatal substance exposure, trauma, and the ways they can affect learning – along with practical ways to help children thrive.

To see our training schedule, learn more about healthy pregnancies, and to find support resources for substance use and mental health, visit link below.

10/08/2026

By far, the most common deficit children with prenatal alcohol and drug exposure experience is difficulty with executive functioning – the ability to plan and complete a task.

To watch the entire online training “How Learning Takes Place: The Disruptive Influence of FASD and Trauma,” visit 🔗 below.

For some families, pregnancy and the months after birth can also bring challenges that make accessing consistent care an...
10/07/2026

For some families, pregnancy and the months after birth can also bring challenges that make accessing consistent care and support more difficult. Health during pregnancy can be influenced by much more than access to medical appointments. Behavioral health and challenges with basic necessities can also affect a person's ability to get consistent care.

Recognizing these needs, the Healthy Beginnings Perinatal Program (HBPP) is delivered by Bridges Professional Treatment Services in partnership with Sacramento County. The program provides coordinated services for pregnant individuals and people up to 12 months postpartum who have a substance use disorder, with or without co-occurring mental health needs. Medi-Cal members and uninsured or underinsured families are eligible.

Whether you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or are a provider helping someone find care, the Healthy Beginnings Perinatal Program is here to help connect Sacramento families with the support they need. Link in bio.

Healthy Beginnings Perinatal Program (HBPP)
đź“ž(916) 452-1565
✉️ [email protected]

Sacramento Behavioral Health Services
đź“ž(916) 875-1055, CA Relay: 711

10/07/2026

Jamie James began using substances when she was thirteen and used for seventeen years before starting on her road to recovery. She explains how her substance use led to losing her kids to CPS and how reaching a point of hopelessness resulted in checking herself into a residential treatment program.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health, help is available. Visit đź”— below for support, treatment, and resources.

If you’re pregnant and dealing with domestic violence, substance use, or both, you are worthy of support and safety. You...
10/03/2026

If you’re pregnant and dealing with domestic violence, substance use, or both, you are worthy of support and safety. You deserve to be safe – full stop. Even if you feel unsure that what you’re experiencing is “abuse,” you can still reach out for confidential support. Reaching out doesn’t mean you have to have all the answers. Start with one conversation, one call, or one visit.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or struggling with substance use or mental health, confidential and compassionate support is waiting for you.

National Domestic Violence Hotline:

📱Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Text “START” to 88788
đź’¬Chat at thehotline.org

For local Sacramento support resources, visit đź”— below.

09/30/2026

Recovery takes an entire community. Strong connections, biological or chosen, help recovery thrive across generations. When we support and empower one another, we thrive physically, socially, and emotionally.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use or mental health, help is available. Visit đź”— below for support and resources.

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