Maternal and Child Health Program - Mille Lacs County Community and Veterans Services - Human Services Programs

Helps ensure the health of pregnant, and postpartum women, infants, and special needs children. Information and assistance are provided through public health clinics or home visits such as:- After-home care and resources to assist new mothers such as exercise programs, health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs, and infant growth and development- Car seat program providing education and distribution of car seats for children birth to 8 years- Child immunizations, physical development screening, and well-baby checks at public health clinics- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effect including home visits- Guidelines for parents to provide safe care and a healthy environment for their child- Identification of problems and early intervention activities in conjunction with families and schools to assist families with special needs children- Nutritional assessment and counseling/education- Prenatal health needs include nutrition, weight gain, exercise, and substance use- Preparation of labor and delivery- Prevention of child maltreatment- Special care for high risk pregnant women- Supportive community resources

11/14/2024