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Maternal and Family Health Services

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Maternal and Family Health Services

Connecting our community to better health. Find out if you qualify for MFHS programs now: mfhs.org

As a private non-profit health and human services organization, MFHS works to meet the health and nutrition needs of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s women, children and families with information, education, and quality care. Founded in 1971, MFHS has been preventing disease, promoting wellness, and empowering individuals to realize the promise of better health for over forty years. Today, we oversee and support a network of health and nutrition centers in 16 Pennsylvania counties, serving over 90,000 women, men and children annually through four core programs:

-WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Nutrition
-Reproductive Health
-Nurse-Family Partnership
-Pregnancy Care

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

09/12/2026

Our President and CEO, Dr. Maria Montoro Edwards, was recently recognized by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeastern PA at the Champion of Youth Awards!

Congratulations to all of this year's honorees who are doing outstanding work to support the children and youth in our community. ⭐️ 💜

09/10/2026

💜 You're invited! Join MFHS for our 2026 Annual Community Luncheon, where we will honor the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus with the 2026 Outstanding Public Service Award. 💜

📅 October 27 at 12 PM
📍 The Banks Waterfront in Pittston

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now! Please RSVP by October 16th to reserve your seat.

09/09/2026

MFHS recently hosted our first Postpartum Party, which connected postpartum moms with different MFHS services and community partners available during the postpartum period. 💜 Thank you to all of our amazing community partners who participated!

Looking for postpartum support? Contact our team of Care Navigators to get connected to postpartum care. 📲 (570) 273-1288

09/07/2026

All MFHS offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will open for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th. ❤️🤍💙

09/04/2026

Today is World Sexual Health Day. AT MFHS, we believe that everyone deserves access to confidential, high-quality reproductive health services. 💜

Reproductive health services at MFHS help you care for your own — and your partner’s — sexual and reproductive health. From birth control to STI testing to GYN exams and more, MFHS is here for your during every stage of your reproductive healthcare journey.

Looking to take control of your reproductive health? Call (570) 273-1288 to talk to make a reproductive health appointment near you.

09/03/2026

The MFHS crew recently attended the Wild Women NEPA Festival 🌺 We are proud to support women and their families throughout NEPA!

09/02/2026

At the Circle of Care, we believe in supporting your wellness journey with welcoming, confidential and personalized care 💜

Call (570) 273-1288 for appointments!

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09/01/2026

Thank you to Rep. Joanna McClinton for visiting Maternal and Family Health Services! We are grateful for her continued advocacy for women’s health and maternal health and for leaders who understand the importance of ensuring women and families have access to the care and support they need. We are lucky to have such a strong advocate serving in office and standing with Pennsylvania’s women, mothers, and families. 💜

08/31/2026

A reminder as National Breastfeeding Month comes to an end: You are doing a great job on your journey. 💙

Breastfeeding can be rewarding, challenging, emotional, and empowering, sometimes all in the same day. No matter what your breastfeeding journey looks like, know that support is available for you and your family.

Thank you for allowing MFHS to be part of your family's breastfeeding journey. 💜

08/27/2026

Trust your instincts. 💜
With Claudia Streets Cramer, Advocate and Mother of Seven and WVIA

Address

15 Public Square, Ste 600
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18701

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.mfhs.org/

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