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You may be excited, yet nervous about what’s to come. Filled with joy, yet also filled with the fear of not knowing what to expect.
Healthy Start is here for you. This free, voluntary program offers compassionate support and resources to pregnant women – many referred by their physician – and families with newborns.
In the comfort of your home, our caring and professional Home Visitors provide guidance and encouragement as you prepare for the birth of your baby. After you bring home your newborn, we’re there by your side to coach you through the challenges and celebrate the milestones.
You’ll also receive:
Pregnant women in Duval, St. Johns, Leon, Wakulla and Santa Rosa counties who meet specific criteria.
Through compassionate, professional support, Healthy Start serves pregnant women and provides parental education and guidance until baby turns 3. Moms learn to care for themselves and their babies during pregnancy, and receive one-on-one lactation support, as well as support to secure safe sleeping arrangements for baby, developmental screenings and more so families can build safe, strong and healthy foundations.
Even if you didn’t participate in the program during your pregnancy, your baby may qualify, as babies are screened for Healthy Start services at birth.
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