On August 8th 2026, Wellness Chair Ruth and Public Chair Anjali visited the Annual Moms’ Health Fair which the Collective Prevention Services held for World Breast Feeding week!
This year’s activities were held under the theme “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works.” The theme highlighted the importance of strengthening the support systems already available to mothers, children, and families within the community.
CPS participated in World Breastfeeding Week in collaboration with the Sint Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) and the White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation (WYCCF). While each institution coordinated and implemented its own program of activities, CPS participated in partner-led activities throughout the week, including SMMC’s Sip & Paint and WYCCF’s Story Time.
Breastfeeding Awareness Campaign
For 2026, CPS held a Breastfeeding Awareness Campaign, which was launched on July 25, 2026, and continued through August 7, 2026. Mothers were encouraged to share a breastfeeding photo on Facebook, tag Collective Prevention Services, and encourage their friends and family to engage with their posts.
CPS hopes to continue developing the awareness campaign and encourage greater participation from the community in future years.
The 3rd Annual Moms’Health Fair was held on Saturday, August 8, from 4:00 p.m. to7:00 p.m at the Aleeze Convention Center. The fair was designed to bring together organizations and professionals that provide information, guidance, and support to parents, children, and families throughout their parenting journey.
A total of 23 vendors registered, with 19 vendors participating on the day of the event. Attendees had the opportunity to meet directly with service providers, ask questions, learn about available resources, and receive guidance on how to access services within the community.
(information from www.sintmaartengov.org)
CPS participated in World Breastfeeding Week in collaboration with the Sint Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) and the White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation (WYCCF). While each institution coordinated and implemented its own program of activities, CPS participated in partner-led activities throughout the week, including SMMC’s Sip & Paint and WYCCF’s Story Time.
Breastfeeding Awareness Campaign
For 2026, CPS held a Breastfeeding Awareness Campaign, which was launched on July 25, 2026, and continued through August 7, 2026. Mothers were encouraged to share a breastfeeding photo on Facebook, tag Collective Prevention Services, and encourage their friends and family to engage with their posts.
CPS hopes to continue developing the awareness campaign and encourage greater participation from the community in future years.
The 3rd Annual Moms’Health Fair was held on Saturday, August 8, from 4:00 p.m. to7:00 p.m at the Aleeze Convention Center. The fair was designed to bring together organizations and professionals that provide information, guidance, and support to parents, children, and families throughout their parenting journey.
A total of 23 vendors registered, with 19 vendors participating on the day of the event. Attendees had the opportunity to meet directly with service providers, ask questions, learn about available resources, and receive guidance on how to access services within the community.
(information from www.sintmaartengov.org)