Welcome to Pickles & Ice Cream!
Whether you’re pregnant, just gave birth, or are thinking about having a child in the future, you can find all the information you crave here.
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PRE-PREGNANCY
Are you thinking about becoming pregnant or trying? Or do you just want to know what you should be prepared for when the time comes? Wherever you are in your fertility journey, Pickles & Ice Cream is here to help!
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PREGNANCY
Congratulations, you are pregnant! Or maybe you just want to research ahead of time to make sure you’re well informed. Whatever your reason, Pickles & Ice Cream is here to guide you!
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POSTPARTUM
Congratulations, you just had a baby! It’s fun, exciting, nerve-racking, a little scary, and oh my god why do I keep crying even if I’m not sad!? It’s okay, we’re here to help you navigate all of it!
About Pickles & Ice Cream Georgia
Pickles & Ice Cream Georgia (P&I) is the project of Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia (HMHBGA), a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to improving maternal and infant health outcomes across Georgia through education, access to resources, and advocacy. Georgia has some of the worst maternal and infant health outcomes in the U.S. 79 out of Georgia’s 159 counties don’t have even access to obstetric care!
Baby Care Self-Led Online Class
Enhance your parenting journey by enrolling in Pickles and Ice Cream's Baby Care self-led online class. This comprehensive course is designed to equip new parents with essential baby care skills that can be learned conveniently at your own pace. From mastering diaper changing techniques to discovering effective soothing methods, this thoughtfully crafted program aims to boost your confidence in nurturing your little ones while fitting seamlessly into your busy schedule.
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