You are young and fabulous and you have your whole life ahead of you. You probably have big dreams for yourself. Thinking ahead gives you a plan. It’s like turn-by-turn navigation for what you need to do each day to reach your goals. You have the power to make a difference your life. Why should…
The Importance of a Good Night’s Sleep Turn off the TV, put down the cell phone, and get your beauty sleep! You’ll never hear someone say “I wish I hadn’t slept so well last night.” Getting enough sleep is one of the best things you can do for your body. Most adults need about 8…
Medical Family Tree Your physical traits, like your hair and skin color, are not the only things that are passed down to you from your family. Your likelihood of getting health conditions, like diabetes or asthma, can also be inherited. With your family’s medical history, your doctor can: Figure out your chances of getting certain…
Even for a superwoman like you, there are going to be times when you feel overwhelmed by life. Everyone has some stress in their life. What matters is how you respond to it. There are healthy and positive ways that you can deal with your feelings. Signs of Stress Stress looks different for everyone. Sometimes…
You have things to do and people to see. You are tired. It’s raining… There always seems like there is a reason for why today isn’t a good day to exercise. There are even more reasons to make today a good day to get your body moving. Exercising is good for your body and your…
Love every bit of you You are fabulous, but don’t just take our word for it! Your self-esteem has to do with how you feel about yourself as a person. It’s about the confidence you have in yourself and in what you are able to do. When you look in the mirror, what do you see?…
Having a baby is a big deal and should be a decision, not just a happy accident! There are things we can do to make sure our bodies and our babies are given the best chance. You want to be sure that you and your partner are ready for major change in your lives, your…
When you’re applying for different types of assistance programs (food, cash, Medicaid, utilities, etc.), you may need to fall into a certain poverty level. These levels are based on your income and the number of people in your home. To learn more about the different types of programs, visit Michigan’s Department of Human Services. HHS POVERTY…
Not having reliable access to a car, bus, or other form of transportation can make it harder to get to your healthcare provider throughout pregnancy. There are many free transportation resources in Detroit, even during COVID-19. Additionally, WIN Network: Detroit has more remote offerings to make sure you can receive care. Resources in Detroit Cars:
From left to right: Felicia, Linda, and Nada, WIN Network: Detroit Community Health Workers Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines, we have all been using technology more than ever to connect with one another. At WIN Network: Detroit, we are adapting our enhanced model of Group Prenatal Care (GPC) to a…
