These sessions are designed to support parents and caregivers with trusted information about parenting and raising a family. Connecting NJ staff can help connect parents and caregivers to available resources for things that can make parenting easier, like childcare, emotional support, resources for supplies like diapers, clothing and food, and more. These education sessions are made to bring trusted and reliable information about pregnancy and early childhood directly to parents, and to give parents and caregivers opportunities to connect with others in their community.

If you’re looking for cool ways to donate your gently used items, check out this list of things you can and should donate, and some unique ideas of where to give them.

CJFHC staff and Family Connects NJ nurse Diana Gonzalez featured in Burke Foundation video supporting Family Connects NJ.

If you’re still not sure what you’re doing over spring break, check out these ideas for how you can have fun and give back.

Every day, social workers around the world play a vital role in supporting people and families. At Central Jersey Family Health Consortium, we have social workers in almost every program, dedicating their work to supporting families through pregnancy, early childhood and beyond.

These sessions are designed to support parents and caregivers with trusted information about parenting and raising a family. Connecting NJ staff can help connect parents and caregivers to available resources for things that can make parenting easier, like childcare, emotional support, resources for supplies like diapers, clothing and food, and more. These education sessions are made to bring trusted and reliable information about pregnancy and early childhood directly to parents, and to give parents and caregivers opportunities to connect with others in their community.

This National Women’s History Month, you can honor women who have strived to make a difference in the world, along with women in your community today.

Did you know you can give back by supporting small businesses? Here are some hows, whys and benefits of supporting small businesses for your altruistic lifestyle.

The month of February reminds us to seek out stories and histories, and recognize the significance of black history. Take these ideas to heart and practice them as you honor Black History Month.

Employers are looking for more than just a good employee; they want someone with experience, good people skills and who stands out from the crowd. Make your resume jump out by adding volunteer experience.

This Valentine’s Day, give love to others by living an altruistic lifestyle and giving back. Try out some of these Valentine’s Day tips to truly see love blossom in your life.

With the deep cold, consistent darkness and long hours spent indoors, winter can be a pretty difficult season to get through, and it can often affect our mood.

February offers multiple opportunities for parents, caregivers, and expecting families to learn, connect, and feel supported through Connecting NJ. Our February events include virtual and in-person educational sessions, Parent Cafés, and practical workshops designed to meet families where they are.

With the new year comes new goals, new ambitions and new horizons to set our eyes on. Last year is a thing of the past; now, we’re ready to accomplish something bigger and better in 2026.

Maternal Health Awareness Day (MHAD) in New Jersey is a time to recognize that maternal health is not just an individual journey—it’s a community effort. This observance highlights the importance of supporting birthing parents, their families, and the professionals who care for them, while raising awareness about the ongoing maternal health crisis in our state.

Connecting NJ invites pregnant individuals, parents, and caregivers to join us this January for a series of free education sessions designed to support families during pregnancy, postpartum, and early childhood.

If you want to make a difference in 2026, make giving a part of your New Year’s resolutions. Here are some ideas for how you can create resolutions that give back.

Santa Claus is a staple of the winter season, and has been for a very long time. But what do we really know about this jolly legend? Today, we’re going to find out.

As you prepare for all of the gifts, parties and dinners headed your way this season, here are some ideas for how to decrease stress during the holidays.

For those of us who are able to give more, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved in your community and help spread the holiday cheer this season.

If you want to join in and celebrate National Write a Friend Month during this wonderful winter season, here are a couple writing ideas to get you started.

A safety recall has been issued for the Model P700 play yard sold on Amazon by Anna Queen. This product does not meet required safety standards and may pose a risk of infant suffocation or entrapment. Out of an abundance of caution, families should stop using this play yard right away. Read for further instructions.

With Thanksgiving nearly behind us and the winter holidays coming up, how can you make others feel warm during the cold season? We have some ideas to get you started.

Gratitude is about more than taking a second to say “Thanks.” Gratitude shows true appreciation. This Thanksgiving, we have some ideas for how you can give gratitude.

How can you spread the cheer by giving back? We have five altruistic ideas for the holiday season that just might do the trick.

As the ongoing government shutdown continues and SNAP benefits are reduced or delayed, many local families are struggling to access the food they need. In response, CJFHC is hosting a Community Food Drive to support our neighbors facing food insecurity.

We are collecting non-perishable food items, cash, and gift card donations through December 1, 2025, to help replenish local food pantries and ensure families in our community have the essentials they need.

This month looks at the world through the eyes of a child, so today we look at how you can recognize National Child Safety and Protection Month, and keep the children in your life safe.

We want to make sure all NJ families know about an important update from the Department of Human Services regarding SNAP benefits and the government shutdown.

If you strive to live an altruistic lifestyle, there are lots of ways to help out this Halloween. Here are some top tricks to make Halloween a treat for everyone.

Tutors help students young and old to better their education, improve their skills and gain more success in a field of their choice. Why should you consider becoming a tutor?

How can you encourage the children in your life to be active and volunteer with their community? We have some ideas for how to get kids involved in giving back.

There are plenty of ways to get involved in your community this month. To get you started, we came up with six spooky-fun volunteering ideas for October.

If you’re a bookworm, you know just how great reading can be. If you’re not, check it out, and see all the benefits books can give.

Our mission is to promote an equitable and healthy future for children and families through advocacy, education and collaboration, and in doing so we enthusiastically support continued research to understand the potential causes of neurodevelopmental disabilities in children.

Central Jersey Family Health Consortium is dedicated to ensuring its staff, community partners, and families remain confident in providing and seeking evidence-based care, and the trusted guidance of medical professionals.   

Make this season about more than just pumpkin spice lattes and costumes. Check out some of these ideas on how you can give back this month.

Values and beliefs instilled now flourish into actions later. What can you do to instill philanthropic values in your children? To get you started, here are six ways to teach your child about giving.

A recent news story reminds us that while protections exist, families still face obstacles breastfeeding in New Jersey. The NJ Supports Breastfeeding initaitive is working to close that gap.

NJ Supports Breastfeeding website & initiative launched as the cornerstone to New Jersey’s Breastfeeding Strategic Plan, advancing the plan’s initiatives to create a statewide environment that normalizes and supports breastfeeding.

If you’re looking to celebrate this multicolor season in style with your family, check out these fun fall adventures you need to go on this year.

Sometimes we all need to feel like a kid again. If you’re tired of adulthood and want to rewind the clock, check out these six activities to relive those childhood memories.

Studies have found that volunteering can positively impact both your body and your mind. Here are a few ways doing good in your community can do some good for yourself!

This community event will connect families with valuable resources, services, and information to support maternal health and family well-being. Come meet local organizations, learn about programs available to you, and enjoy a welcoming environment filled with support and connection.

Fundraisers are an important way to give back to your school and raise money to support causes you care about. However, fundraisers aren’t the only way to get involved.

Whether they’re familial, romantic or platonic, relationships are vital to beneficial and stable lives. So how can we learn to build positive and enriching relationships?

This August, we celebrate National Water Quality Month. How can you have an impact on water quality?

New Jersey families now have a one-stop resource for breastfeeding education, support, and empowerment, just in time to celebrate National Breastfeeding Month this August. The NJ Supports Breastfeeding initiative has been launched to help New Jersey families make informed infant feeding decisions – and to ensure all families have the tools they need to make breastfeeding accessible and successful.

At Connecting NJ, we believe that empowered families create healthier communities. That’s why we’re excited to offer a full lineup of free educational sessions this August—designed to inform, support, and uplift parents, caregivers, and professionals alike. Whether you're expecting a baby, raising a toddler, or supporting families in your work, these virtual and in-person events are for you.

On July 26, 2025, Healthy Women, Healthy Families (HWHF) hosted a truly special milestone — the ONE-derful Birthday Party, a program-wide celebration for all the babies in the program turning one this year!

For individuals and their families, the words “You need a new organ” are earth-shattering. Luckily, we can make a difference.

On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, a groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site of the soon-to-be constructed Trenton Maternal & Infant Health Innovation Center (MIHIC), at the southwest corner of Pennington Avenue and Warren Street in the Battle Monument neighborhood. Local and state leaders were in attendance to celebrate the milestone, including Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy. Central Jersey Family Health Consortium CEO Robyn D’Oria was also in attendance.